Assembly
Your generator requires some assembly and is ready
for use after it has been properly serviced with the
recommended fuel and oil level is verified.
If you have any problems with the assembly of
your generator, please call the generator helpline
at (800) 743-4115. If calling for assistance, please
have the model, revision, and serial number from the
identification label available.
Unpack Generator
1. Set the carton on a rigid, flat surface.
2. Remove everything from carton except generator.
3. Open carton completely by cutting each corner
from top to bottom.
4. Leave generator on carton to install wheel kit.
The generator is supplied with:
• Operator's manual
• Wheel kit
Install Wheel Kit
NOTICE Wheel kit is not intended for over-the-road
use.
Install the wheel kit as follows:
1. Tip generator so that engine end is up.
2. Slide a washer (A) over axle stud (B).
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3. Slide a wheel (C) over axle stud (B).
NOTICE Be sure to install wheel with raised hub
inboard.
4. Slide axle stud (B) through mounting bracket.
5. Insert retaining pin (D) through hole on axle stud.
6. Repeat steps 2 thru 5 to secure second wheel.
7. Line up holes in support leg (E) with holes in
generator frame.
8. Attach support leg using four capscrews (F) and
four flange nuts (G). Tighten with 10 and 13 mm
wrenches.
9. Return generator to normal operating position
(resting on wheels and support leg).
Verify Engine Oil Level
The generator engine is shipped from the factory filled
with oil (API SJ or higher 10W-30). This allows for
generator operation in the widest range of temperature
and climate conditions. Before starting the engine,
check oil level and ensure that engine is serviced as
described in Maintenance.
NOTICE Any attempt to crank or start the engine
before it has been properly filled with the recommended
oil could result in equipment failure.
• Refer to Maintenance for oil fill information.
• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
NOTICE See Oil in the Maintenance section to review
A
oil recomendations. Verify provided oil in engine is the
correct viscosity for current ambient temperature.
B
C
D
F
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