Product Manual

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Operation GP
4.22 Before Starting
1. Read and understand the safety and operating labels and instructions at the
beginning of this manual.
2. Inspect the generator for any signs of damage which may affect operation or
pose a safety hazard.
3. Check:
 Oil level in engine
 Fuel level
 Condition of air cleaner
 Tightness of external fasteners
 Condition of fuel lines
Note: The engine is equipped with an oil alert system. If the oil level in the engine
drops too low, the engine will not start.
4. Fill the fuel tank with fresh, regular, unleaded grade gasoline. Do not exceed the
fuel tank capacity (see Technical Data).
NOTICE: Fill the tank after placing the machine on level ground.
5. DO NOT use an oil/gas mixture to fill the tank. The use of gasohol or any fuel
containing more than 10% ethanol is not recommended. Consult the engine
owner's manual for complete fuel specifications.
DANGER
► Carbon monoxide. Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO). This is a poison you cannot
see or smell. If you can smell the generator exhaust, you are breathing CO. But
even if you cannot smell the exhaust, you could be breathing CO.