Use and Care Manual

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Operation of Generator
HOW TO USE YOUR GENERATOR
ELECTRICT START MODELS:
5. For Electric Start Models, using provided key, turn the key switch to the “ON” position, for models with the
rocker switch start, push the rocker switch to the “ON” position. Hold key switch in the “START” position or
the rocker switch until engine starts or for NO MORE than 10 engine rotations. If the engine does NOT start,
wait 15 seconds and repeat starting procedures.
6. On ce th e e n g in e runs fo r 3 - 5 s ec onds , push th e c ho ke pin in to dis e n gage .
NOTE (all models): If generator does not start within FIVE pulls, check the crankcase oil level. The engines “Low
Oil Alarm System” may be activated and preventing the engine from starting.
CONNECTING ELECTRICAL LOADS:
1. Ensure engine is started before plugging in any electrical appliance.
2. P lu g in d e si re d 120 Vol t loads to th e 120 Vol t U - Gr ound and 240 Vol t loads to th e 240 Vol t rece p tac l e s on
the LF8000E model. A l way s plu g applian ce s into th e ge n er ato r w ith applian ce in its “OFF” position.
3. Do NOT connect 240 Volt loads to the 120 Volt receptacles.
4. Onl y c onn ec ts sin g l e - phas e 60 Hertz loads.
5. DO NOT OVERLOAD THE GENERATOR. FOLLOW THE PROVIDED “GENERATOR WATTAGE REFERENCE
WORKSHEET” TO DETERMINE THE RUNNING AND STARTING WATTAGE OF YOUR EQUIPMENT REFER TO
THE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS TO ENSURE YOUR GENERATOR WILL OPERATE THE DESIRED
EQUIPMENT.
NOTE: Use the running and starting wattage provided by the equipment manufacturer if available. If not
available, use provided “Generator Wattage Reference Worksheet.”