PROPER OPERATION OF YOUR PORTABLE GENERATOR

ALWAYS CHECK THE FUEL LEVEL BEFORE STARTING YOUR GENERATOR

ALWAYS THINK SAFETY. PROTECT YOURSELF AND EVERYONE AROUND YOU. SAFETY FIRST!

Here are some simple rules to help you keep your portable generator running smoothly and for a long time. Most portable generator engines are engineered, designed and certified to run on unleaded fuel. Use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher. Unleaded fuel will reduce deposit build-up on valves, spark arrestor, muffler and spark plug. Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or oil/gasoline mixture. Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank. Gasoline blended with alcohol or ether is referred to as "oxygenated" fuel. Before using oxygenated fuel, try to confirm the fuel’s contents (refer to the owner’s manual). Some states (provinces of Canada) require the information to be posted on the pump. If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline. Refuel when the engine is off. Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions. Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. Do not over fill. Make sure that any spilled fuel has been wiped off before starting the generator. The fuel tank cap vents to the atmosphere. Don’t store the generator below the deck of a boat. Gasoline fumes can collect and ignite. Store the generator in a well-ventilated area. Do not smoke or allow sparks in the area when refueling. Never refuel while the engine/generator is running. Refuel the generator with the engine stopped and the engine cool. Wipe up spilled fuel before starting the generator. The engine produces enough heat at the exhaust system, and the generator produces sufficient static electricity, to ignite the fuel vapors. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS Voltage Selector Switch Allows simultaneous use of 120V and 120/240V receptacles. "120 ONLY" position: maximum power from locking plug. "120/240V ONLY" position: simultaneous use.