Use and Care Manual

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6.Always power the largest
electric motor first. Then, plug in
other appliances, tools, and
equipment.
a.Connect "inductive" load
appliances, tools, and
equipment first. Inductive loads
consist of small hand tools and
some small appliances. Connect
the items that require the most
wattage first.
b.Connect any lights next.
c.Voltage sensitive appliances,
tools, and equipment should be
the last to be connected to the
Generator. Plug voltage
sensitive items such as T.V.’s,
VCR’s, microwaves, and
cordless telephones into a UL
Listed voltage surge protector
(not included). Then, connect
the surge protector into the
Generator.
7.IMPORTANT! Failure to
connect and operate appliances,
tools, and equipment in this
sequence can cause damage to
the Generator, appliances, tools,
and equipment and will void the
Warranty of this Generator.
8.Once the Engine is running,
simply connect the 120 VAC
appliances, tools, and
equipment into the 120 VAC
Outlet Sockets. Also, connect a
240 VAC appliance, tool, or
equipment into the 240 VAC
Outlet Socket .(See Figure F.)
9.NOTE:If Engine speed or
voltage fluctuates with a load
below 250 watts, move the
Engine Choke Lever to the
"HALF-CHOKE" position. (See
Figure D.)
NOTE: Do not allow the
generator to completely run
out of fuel with devices
attached. A generator’s output
may sharply spike as it runs
out of fuel, causing damage to
attached devices.
10.When finished using the
Generator, disconnect all
electrical loads. Turn the Engine
Switch to its "OFF" position to
stop the Engine. Then, close the
Engine Fuel Valve. (See Figures
C and D.)
11.Allow the Generator and its
Engine to completely cool. Then
store the unit in a clean, dry,
safe location out of reach of
children and other unauthorized
people
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the Generator
Always try to use your generator
in a cool dry place. In the event
your generator becomes dirty
you may clean the exterior with
one or more of the following:
- a damp cloth
- a soft brush
- a vacuum
- pressurized air
Never clean your generator with
a bucket of water or a hose.
Water can get inside the
working parts of the generator
and cause a short circuit or
corrosion.
Checking the Oil
The generator is equipped with
an automatic shutoff to protect it
from running on low oil.
Nonetheless, you should check
the oil level of the generator
before each use to ensure that
the generator crankcase has a
sufficient amount. To check the
oil level:
1. Make sure the generator is on
a level surface.
2. Unscrew the oil filler/dipstick
cap (see figure G).
3. With a dry cloth, wipe the oil
off of the stick on the inside of
the cap.
4. Insert the dipstick as if you
were replacing the cap and then
remove again. There should
now be oil on the stick. If there
is no oil on the stick, or oil only
at the very end of the stick, you
should add oil until the engine
crankcase is filled. See
"Changing/ Adding Oil" in this
section.