OPERATION
NOTE: You will feel some resistance as the hose seals
in the cylinder valve. To complete the connection, turn
the connector an additional one-half to three-quarters
of a turn. If you are unable to complete the connection,
disconnect the hose and try again. If you still cannot
complete the connection, DO NOT use this hose!
l Connect the LPG/propane hose to the generator using
the quick-connect collar.
• Pull back the quick-connect collar.
• Push the hose onto the natural gas/propane inlet.
• Push the collar forward so that the hose is secured
properly. Gently pull the hose to see that it is secure.
CONNECTING GENERATOR TO NATURAL
GAS SUPPLY LINE
See Figures 18 - 19.
DANGER
Never connect or disconnect the natural gas hose
while the engine is running. Do not smoke or create
sparks while handling natural gas. Always turn the
engine off and allow the generator to cool for at
least five minutes before connecting to natural gas.
WARNING
line, natural gas hose, or any other fuel item that
appears to be damaged.
WARNING
perform a leak test any time the natural gas hose is
disconnected and reconnected.
l Turn the generator off and allow the engine to cool for at
least five minutes.
l Verify that the gas is turned off at the natural gas supply
line.
l Completely unwrap and straighten the natural gas hose
to prevent kinks.
l Use your hand to thread the hose to the natural gas
supply line. Do not cross-thread. Do not use tools or
sealants.
l Connect the natural gas hose to the generator using the
quick-connect collar.
• Pull back the quick-connect collar.
• Push the hose onto the natural gas/propane inlet.
• Push the collar forward so that the hose is secured
properly. Gently pull the hose to see that it is secure.
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Fire and explosion hazard.
Never use a natural gas supply
To reduce the risk of injury,
FIG. 18
A - Natural Gas/Propane Inlet
B - Natural Gas Hose or LPG/Propane Hose
C - Pull Collar Back
D - Push Hose Onto Inlet
E - Push Collar Forward
FIG. 19
A
A - Natural Gas Hose
B - Natural Gas Supply Line
A
D
C
B
E
B