Owner's Manual

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• Never handle the generator, electrical devices, or any cord while standing in water, while barefoot, or when hands or
feet are wet.
• Always keep the generator dry. Never store or operate generator in rain or under wet conditions.
• Use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) in a damp or highly conductive area, such as metal decking or steel work.
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Never plug electronic devices into generator having frayed, worn, or bare wires. Never touch bare wires or contact
receptacles.
Never permit a child or unqualified person to operate generator. Always keep children a minimum of 10 feet away
from the generator.
• If using the generator for backup power, notify the utility company.
• If connecting generator to a building’s electrical system for standby power, you must use a qualified electrician to
install a transfer switch. Failure to isolate the generator from the power utility could result in serious injury or death to
electric utility workers.
W
ARNING!
This generator produces high voltage which could result in burn or
electrocution causing serious injury or death.
Connecting Generator to a Building Electrical System
• If connecting generator to a building electrical system for standby power, you must use a qualified electrician to install a
transfer switch. The power from the generator must be isolated from the utility power source. The connection must
comply with all electrical codes and applicable laws.
• Set generator outdoors in a well-ventilated area, away from structures and people.
• Slowly remove fuel cap.
• Insert a funnel into the fuel tank and carefully pour gasoline into the tank until fuel level reaches 1 ½ inches below the
top of the neck. Be careful not to overfill the tank to allow space for fuel expansion.
Adding Fuel (See fig 5)
You must add oil before first operating this generator. Always check oil level before each
operation.
DO NOT USE E15 OR E85 FUEL IN THIS UNIT. IT IS A VIOLATION OF FEDERAL LAW AND
WILL DAMAGE THE UNIT AND VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
CAUTION!