Product Manual

Operation

Inspect the entire fuel system.

Look for:

• signs of leaks or deterioration,

• chafed or spongy fuel hose,

• loose connections,

• loose or missing fuel hose clamps,

• a damaged gasoline tank, or

• a defective gasoline shut-off valve.

Personal

Protection

1) Hearing can be damaged from prolonged, close-range exposure to the type of

noise produced by this generator. The use of ear plugs or other hearing

protection device is recommended for persons working within 15-20 feet of

the running generator for an extended period of time.

2) Loose or dangling apparel can become entangled in moving parts. Metal

jewelry can conduct electricity. Never wear jewelry or loose-fitting

clothing when starting or operating the generator.

Battery

Connection

Your generator is equipped with an electric starter which requires a 12 volt DC

battery. The battery is supplied with the generator and will need to be connected

upon first use. Follow the instructions detailed below for connecting and

disconnecting the battery.

WARNING: Battery hazards

Batteries are hazardous because they contain caustic acid, can emit explosive

gases, and can cause electric shock. Caution must be exercised when making

connections to a battery to avoid shock and contact with the acid, and to prevent

any sparking that could lead to an explosion.

ALWAYS follow the general battery safety rules and instructions listed below.

• ALWAYS use eye protection when handling batteries.

• NEVER smoke or work near sparks or other sources of ignition.

• NEVER touch both battery terminals at the same time with your hand

or any non-insulated tools.

• If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, flush immediately with water

and neutralize with baking soda.

Connecting the battery

Always connect the cables in the following sequence to avoid possible shock:

1) Find the battery cables located behind the battery location cover.

2) Connect the red cable to the positive(+) terminal of the battery.

3) Then connect the black cable to the negative(-) terminal of the battery.

Disconnecting the battery

Always disconnect cables in the following sequence to avoid possible shock.

1) First, disconnect the black cable from the negative (-) terminal of the battery.

2) Next, disconnect the red cable from the positive (+) terminal of the battery.