The operating manual is an important part of your generator. It should be read thoroughly before initial use, and referred to often to make sure adequate safety and service concerns are being addressed.
Even if you can’t smell exhaust fumes, you may still be exposed to carbon monoxide. NOTICE indicates a situation that could result in equipment damage. • NEVER operate the generator in an explosive atmosphere, near Follow safety messages to avoid or reduce the risk of injury or death.
If generator has been covered to protect it Extension cords, when not in use should be stored in a dry and well from the weather during non use, be sure to remove it and keep it well ventilated area.
GENERATOR COMPONENTS GENERATOR COMPONENTS Read this user manual and safety rules Read this operator’s manual and safety before operating your generator. rules before operating your generator. BE3500PS BE4200PS 4200 3500 watt watt 1. Fuel Tank 1. Fuel Tank 2. Fuel Tank Cap 2.
A metal underground water pipe in direct contact with the earth for at least 10 feet can be used as a grounding source. If a pipe is unavail- able, an 8 foot length of pipe or rod may be used as the ground source. High Mark The pipe should be 3/4”...
PRE-OPERATION CHECK GENERATOR SURROUNDINGS WARNING When listening to the radio near the generator, the radio signal may be disturbed. This may cause distortion or reduced volume from the radio. DO NOT overfill the tank, leave room for the fuel to expand.
3. Pull the recoil starter handle slowly until passing the compression point 2. Turn off the switch(es) of the electrical appliance(s) before connecting (resistance will be felt), then return the handle to its original position to the generator. and pull briskly.
They need 3 to 5 times the normal running wattage in 3. Install the spark arrester, and muffler protector in the reverse order order to start. For example, a 5000 watt generator would only be able to of disassembly.
STOPPING THE GENERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING Stopping The Generator Troublshooting 1. Turn off the power switch of the electric equipment and unplug the TROUBLESHOOTING CHART cord from receptacle of the generator. If you are experiencing a problem that is not listed in this chart, or have 2.
MAINTENANCE CHANGING ENGINE OIL Maintenance Change oil after the first 20 hours of operation. Thereafter it should be MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE changed every 100 hours. This generator uses SAE 10W30 oil. 1. Place an oil pan beneath the unit. Drain oil by removing the drain plug CAUTION and the oil filler cap while the engine is warm, but not hot.
2. Start engine. PREPARATION FOR STORAGE 3. With appliance such as lighting activated, run the engine for over ten The following procedures should be followed prior to storage of your minutes. generator for periods of 6 months or longer. 4. Check the following items: •...
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