Manual

1.3 EMiSSiONSiNFORMATiON
The EnvironmentalProtectionAgency (andCaliforniaAir Resource
Board for generators certified to CA standards) requires that
this generator comply with exhaust and evaporative emission
standards.Locatethe emissions compliance decal on the engine
to determinewhatstandardsthe generatormeets,andto determine
which warranty applies.This generator is certified to operateon
gasoline. The emission control system includes the following
components(if equipped):
• Air Induction System
- IntakePipe/ Manifold
- AirCleaner
• FuelSystem
- Carburetor
- FuelTank/Cap
- FuelLines
- EvaporativeVentLines
- CarbonCanister
• IgnitionSystem
- SparkPlug
- IgnitionModule
• ExhaustSystem
- ExhaustManifold
- Muffler
- PulsedAirValve
- Catalyst
2.1 KNOWTHEGENERATOR
Read the Owner'sManual and Safety Rules before operating
thisgenerator.
Compare the generator to Figures 2 through 4 to become
familiarizedwith the locationsof variouscontrols andadjustments.
Savethis manualfor future reference.
1. 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacle - Supplies
electrical power for the operationof 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp,
single-phase, 60 Hz electrical lighting, appliance, tool and
motor loads (CARBmodelsare equippedwith GFCIoutlets).
2. 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp LockingReceptacle - Supplies
electrical power for the operation of 120 and/or 240 Volt AC,
30 Amp, single-phase, 60 Hz, electrical lighting, appliance,
tool andmotor loads.
3. CircuitBreakers (AC) - Each receptacle is provided with a
push-to-resetcircuit breakerto protect the generatoragainst
electricaloverload.
4. Oil Drain- Useto drainengineoil.
5. Air Filter- Filters intakeair as itis drawn intothe engine.
6. ChokeKnob- Usedwhen starting a cold engine.
7. FuelTank- SeegeneratorSpecificationsfor tank capacity.
8. GroundingLug - Groundthe generatorto an approvedearth
groundhere. See"GroundingtheGenerator"for details.
9. Run/Stop Switch- Controls the operationof the generator
(pull start models).
9A. Start Switch - Used to start engine from the starter motor
(electric start modelsonly).
10. Muffler- Quietsthe engine.
11. Handle - Pivot and retract for storage. Press the spring-
loadedbuttonto move handles.
12. Gas Cap- Fuelfill location.
l& FuelGauge- Showsfuel levelin tank.
14. Oil Fill- Add oil here.
15. Recoil Starter - Useto start enginemanually.
15. FuelShut Off - Valve betweenfuel tank and carburetor.
17. Roll Over Valve- Passesfuel to the engineairbox.
18. Recovery Hose- Installbetweenthe carbon canister andthe
roll over valve (if equipped).
19. Hourmeter - Trackshours of operation.
20. Battery ChargerInput - This receptacleallowsthe capability
to recharge the 12 volt DO storage battery provided with
the 12 Volt Adaptor Plug Charger which is included in the
Accessory Box. Located behindthe battery charger input is
a 1.50 Amp in-line fuse which is inside the control panelto
protect the battery (electric start models only).
21. Battery - Powersthe electric starter (electric start models
only).
22. Spark Arrestor - Reducesfire hazardsby containing sparks
(CARBmodels only).
Figure 2.4 - Contro/ Panel (49 State Models)
Figure 2B - Contro/ Panel (CARB Models)