Product Manual

Fig. 5 Choke Lever

STARTING THE GENERATOR

DANGER: CARBON MONOXIDE - USING A GENERATOR INDOORS CAN KILL

YOU IN MINUTES.

Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Generator exhaust contains carbon monox-

ide (CO). This is a poison gas you cannot see or smell. If you can smell the generator exhaust, you are

breathing CO. But even if you cannot smell the exhaust, you could be breathing CO.

NEVER use a generator inside homes, garages, crawl spaces, or other partially enclosed areas. Deadly

levels of carbon monoxide can build up in these areas. Using a fan or opening windows and doors does

NOT supply enough fresh air. ONLY use a generator outside and far away from windows, doors, and

vents. These openings can pull in generator exhaust.

Even if you use a generator correctly, CO may leak into the home. ALWAYS use a battery-powered or

battery-backup CO alarm in the home. If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak after the generator has been

running, move to fresh air RIGHT AWAY. See a doctor. You may have carbon monoxide poisoning.

WARNING: This generator may emit highly flammable and explosive gasoline vapors, which

can cause severe burns or even death if ignited. A nearby open flame can lead to explosion even

if it isn’t directly in contact with gasoline. Do not smoke near the generator.

WARNING: Do not use in rainy or wet conditions. Do not touch bare wires or receptacles

(outlets). Do not allow children or non-qualified persons to operate.

WARNING: This generator produces heat when running. Temperatures near exhaust can

exceed 1500 F (650 C). Do not touch hot surface.

WARNING: This generator produces powerful voltage, which can result in electrocution.

HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION ABOVE 2000 FEET

The fuel system on this generator may be affected by operation at high altitudes. Proper operation can be ensured

by installing an altitude kit at altitudes higher than 2000 feet above sea level. At elevations above 7000 feet, the en-

gine may experience a decrease in performance, even with the proper altitude kit. Operating this generator without

the high altitude kit may increase the engine’s emissions and decrease both fuel economy and performance.

The high altitude kit can be ordered from wenproducts.com by searching the model number 56160-HA27. The kit

should be installed by a qualified mechanic.

NOTE: engines with the high-altitude kit installed operated at lower altitudes could cause severe engine damage and

affect emissions compliance. Be sure to uninstall the high altitude kit when operating at altitudes below 2000 feet.

WARNING: To prevent serious injury from fire, follow the kit installation procedures

in a well-ventilated area away from ignition sources. If the engine is hot from use, shut the

engine off and wait for it to cool before proceeding. Warranty will be void if adjustments

are not made for high altitude use.