Generac 000393a Manuel Du Propriétaire page 7

Fuel
DANGER
Explosion and Fire. Fuel and vapors are extremely
flammable and explosive. Add fuel in a well
ventilated area. Keep fire and spark away. Failure
to do so will result in death or serious injury.
Fuel requirements are as follows:
• Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.
• Minimum rating of 87 octane/87 AKI (91
RON).
• Up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) is acceptable
(where available,
recommended).
• DO NOT use E85.
• DO NOT use a gas oil mix.
• DO NOT modify engine to run on alternate
fuels.
• Add a fuel stabilizer prior to storing.
1. Verify unit is OFF and cooled for a
minimum of two minutes prior to fueling.
2. Place unit on level ground in a well
ventilated area.
3. See Figure 2-9. Clean area around fuel
cap and remove cap slowly.
4. Slowly add recommended fuel. Do not
overfill.
Figure 2-9. Add Recommended Fuel
5. Install fuel cap.
NOTE: Allow spilled fuel to evaporate before
starting unit.
Water Supply
NOTE: DO NOT run unit without sufficient
water supply. Failure to follow water supply
requirements will void unit warranty.
Water supply must
requirements:
• DO NOT siphon standing water for the
water supply.
• Water temperature must be less than
100°F (38ºC).
• Water supply hose length must not exceed
50 ft (15.2 m).
• Water must be greater than 3.8 gallons per
minute (17.3 liters per minute) and no less
than 30 psi (206.8 kPa).
Owner's Manual for Power Washer
(000105)
non-ethanol fuel
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meet the following
• DO NOT use a one-way valve, vacuum
breaker, or check valve in any part of the
water supply.
Connect Water Supply
1. Run water supply for 30 seconds prior to
connection to eliminate debris.
2. See
Figure
debris. Clean screen or replace as
necessary. DO NOT run power washer if
inlet screen is damaged or missing.
is
Figure 2-10. Inspect Inlet Screen
3. See
Figure
hose to pump water inlet and hand-
tighten.
Figure 2-11. Connect Water Supply Hose
Connect High-Pressure Hose
and Lance
1. See
Figure
gun and hand-tighten.
Figure 2-12. Connect Lance
2. Place spray gun and nozzle extension into
spray gun holder.
3. Remove and discard shipping cap from
the pump water outlet.
General Information and Setup
2-10. Inspect inlet screen for
2-11. Connect water supply
2-12. Connect lance to spray
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