OPERATION
BREAK-IN PERIOD
For proper break-in, DO NOT exceed 50% of the rated
running watts (1500 watts) during the first five hours of
operation.
Vary the load occasionally to allow stator windings to heat
and cool and help seat the piston rings.
FREQUENCY OF USE
If the generator will be used on an infrequent or intermittent
basis (more than one month before next use), refer to the
Storage section of this manual for information regarding
fuel deterioration.
BEFORE STARTING THE GENERATOR
Verify that:
• The generator is placed in an safe, appropriate location.
• The generator is on a dry, flat, and level surface.
• The engine is filled with oil.
• Gasoline is in the fuel tank.
• All loads are disconnected.
• The ECO switch is in the OFF position.
Fire and explosion hazard. DO NOT move or tip the
generator during operation.
STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Turn the fuel cap vent to the ON position.
2. Turn the engine/fuel switch to the Choke position.
Note: The generator can be started from the Run position
if warm from operation.
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DANGER
3. Firmly grasp and pull the recoil handle slowly until you
feel increased resistance, then pull rapidly.
4. After the engine starts, turn the fuel switch to the RUN
position.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
1. Turn OFF and unplug all connected electrical loads.
Never start or stop the generator with electrical devices
plugged in or turned on.
2. Let the generator run with no load for several minutes
to stabilize internal temperatures of the engine and
generator.
3. Turn the engine/fuel switch to the OFF position.
4. Allow the engine to cool, then turn the fuel cap vent to
the OFF position.
Note: If there is an emergency and the inverter must be
stopped quickly, immediately move the fuel switch
to the OFF position.