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7. Slowly remove fuel cap to relieve pressure in tank.
8. Slowly add unleaded fuel to max fill indicator in fuel tank.
Be careful not to fill above the indicator. This allows
adequate space for fuel expansion.
9. Install fuel cap and let any spilled fuel evaporate
before starting engine.
High Altitude
At altitudes over 1524 m (5,000 ft.), a minimum 89 RON
(85 octane/85 AKI) fuel is acceptable. To remain emissions
compliant, high altitude adjustment is required. Operation
without this adjustment will cause decreased performance,
increased fuel consumption, and increased emissions.
See an authorized Briggs & Stratton dealer for high altitude
adjustment information. Operation of the engine at altitudes
below 762 m (2,500 ft.) with the high altitude kit is not
recommended.
Transporting
When transporting equipment, turn starting dial to off
position. Do not tip engine or equipment at an angle which
causes fuel to spill.
Step 3: Generator Start Up
Turn off all electrical loads connected to the generator. Use
the following start instructions:
1. Make sure unit is outdoors on a level surface.
NOTICE Failure to operate the unit on a level surface
may cause the unit to shut down.
2. Turn starting dial to the cold start position.
NOTICE For a warm engine, turn starting dial to the run
position.
3. Grasp recoil and pull slowly until slight resistance is felt.
Then pull rapidly to start engine.
4. Slowly turn starting dial to run position. If engine
falters, turn starting dial halfway between cold start
and run position until engine runs smoothly, and then
to run position.
NOTICE If engine starts but fails to run, see Low Oil Indicator.
Step 4: Connecting Electrical Loads
To Restore Home Power Using a Transfer Switch
Connections to your home’s electrical system must use a
manual transfer switch installed by a qualified electrician.
The connection must isolate the generator power from
the utility power and comply with all applicable laws and
electrical codes.
To Restore Power Using Extension Cords
Generator may only be loaded up to rated power under the
rated conditions as shown on unit data tag. Reduce load
when using generator outside of rated conditions.
Use only high quality, well-insulated extension cables in
accordance with IEC 60245-4 with the generator’s 230
Volt AC outlets. Inspect extension cables before each use.
Check that all extension cables are suitably rated and are
not damaged. When using extension cords under 40° C,
the total length of cords for a cross section of 1.5 mm²
should not exceed 60 m or for a cross section of 2.5 mm²
should not exceed 100 m.
WARNING! Damaged or overloaded extension
cords could overheat, arc, and burn resulting in
death or serious injury.
• Electrical equipment, including cables and plug
connections, should not be defective.
1. Install carbon monoxide alarm(s).
2. When operating generator with extension cords, make
sure it is located in an open, outdoor area, at least 6.1
m from occupied spaces with exhaust pointed away.
3. Extension cords running directly into home, powering
indoor items IS NOT RECOMMENDED.
WARNING! Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, a poisonous gas that could kill you in
minutes. You cannot smell it, see it, or taste it.
Even if you do not smell exhaust fumes, you could still be
exposed to carbon monoxide gas.
• Extension cords running directly into the home increase
your risk of carbon monoxide poisoning through
openings.
• If an extension cord running directly into the home is
used to power indoor items, the operator recognizes that
this increases the risk of CO poisoning to people inside
the home and assumes that risk.
4. Install a manual transfer switch as soon as possible
if generator will be used to provide home power
restoration.
Operation
Max Fill
Indicator
Starting dial