Use and Care Manual

7 — English
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FUEL CAP WARNING
Never remove fuel cap when unit is running. Shut off
engine and allow the unit to cool at least five minutes.
Remove cap slowly to release any pressure built up in
the fuel system and to avoid the heat from the muffler
igniting fuel vapors.
ENGINE LUBRICANT WARNING
You must add lubricant before first operating the generator.
Always check the lubricant level before each operation. The
lubricant level should always register between the hatched
areas on the dipstick. The unit is equipped with a sensor
which will automatically shut off the engine if the lubricant
level falls below a safe limit.
GROUNDING WARNING
This generator does not include a ground rod or copper wire.
Call a qualified electrician for local grounding requirements.
CLEARANCE WARNING
While operating and storing, keep at least 3 feet of clear-
ance on all sides of this prod-
uct, including overhead. Allow
a minimum of 30 minutes of
“cool down” time before stor-
age. Heat created by muffler
and exhaust gases could be
hot enough to cause serious
burns and/or ignite combustible
objects.
SPARK ARRESTOR
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can
start fires around dry vegetation. A spark arrestor may be
required. The operator should contact local fire agencies for
laws or regulations relating to fire prevention requirements.
HOT SURFACE WARNING
Do not touch the muffler or aluminum cylinder of the en-
gine. They are very HOT and will cause severe burns. Don’t
put body parts or any flammable or combustible materials
in the direct path of the exhaust.