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SAFETY
l Maintain Safe Distance. While operating and storing, keep at
least five feet of clearance on all sides of the generator, including
overhead. Turn the unit off and allow it to cool a minimum of 30
minutes before storage. Heat created by the muffler and exhaust
gases could be hot enough to cause serious burns and/or ignite
combustible objects.
l Do not operate the unit in areas where combustible or hazardous
materials are stored including gasoline and natural gas filling
stations.
l Do not operate the generator while barefoot, with wet hands or
feet, while standing in water or in wet conditions.
l Do not use this unit when tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or medication.
l Burn Hazard. Do not touch hot surfaces.
l Do not contact the muffler or engine. They are very HOT and will
cause severe burns. Do not put body parts or any flammable or
combustible materials in the direct path of the exhaust.
l Keep hands, fingers, feet, and other body parts away from all
moving parts of the generator.
l Do not connect worn or damaged electrical cords to the gen-
erator. NEVER touch frayed or exposed wires.
l Do not operate the generator on an incline. The unit should
always be placed on a flat stable surface.
l Inspect the physical condition of the product prior to each use.
Look for loose bolts, fluid leaks, and other signs of wear. Replace
all damaged items. For replacement parts or assistance, contact
our customer service team.
l For optimal performance, use the generator in temperatures
between 23°F (– 5°C) and 104°F (40°C) with a maximum relative
humidity of 90%.
l Before starting the generator, inspect all fluids (oil and gasoline).
l Do not remove the oil dipstick or fuel cap when the generator
is running.
l Securely tighten the oil dipstick after adding oil and the fuel cap
after adding gasoline.
l Avoid skin contact with engine oil or gasoline. Wear protective
clothing and equipment. Wash all exposed skin with soap and
water. Prolonged skin contact with gasoline or engine oil may
cause severe skin irritation and other adverse reactions.
l Generators vibrate and bounce during normal operation. Inspect
the generator and all of the cords connected to it for any damage
that may have resulted from the vibration. Replace or repair
damaged items as needed. Do not use the generator or any
items that show signs of damage.
l All electrical tools and appliances operated from this generator
must be properly grounded by use of a third wire or be dou-
ble-insulated.
l Before transporting the generator, disconnect the spark plug
boot, drain the fuel tank and properly restrain the unit.
l Fuel or oil may leak from the generator during transport. Place
a towel, plastic sheet, or absorbent pad beneath the unit to
protect the transportation vehicle.
l To prolong the life of this product, follow the instructions in the
Maintenance section of this manual.
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l Replace damaged or worn items with recommended or equivalent
replacement parts. Using an incorrect or incompatible part might
create a hazard that could result in serious personal injury.
l Always remove any tools or other service equipment used during
maintenance away from the generator before operating.
GROUNDING
See Figure 3.
WARNING
ground the generator can result in electric shock.
NOTICE
Only use grounded 3-prong extension
cords, tools, and appliances, or double-insulated tools and
appliances.
The generator neutral is bonded to the frame. There is a permanent
conductor between the generator (stator wire) and the frame. If
this generator will be used only with cord and plug equipment
connected to the receptacles mounted on the generator, National
Electric Code does not require that the unit be grounded. However,
other methods of using the generator may require grounding to
reduce the risk of shock or electrocution.
Before using the ground terminal, consult a qualified electrician,
electrical inspector, or local agency having jurisdiction for local
codes or ordinances that apply to the intended use of the generator.
DISCONNECTING THE BONDED NEUTRAL
See Figure 3.
The bonded neutral should only be removed under specific
circumstances. Consult a qualified electrician to determine if
circumstances require disconnecting the bonded neutral.
l Remove the alternator cover.
l Remove the green/yellow bonded jumper wire from the ground
bolt and unmarked terminal connection. Reinstall the bolts and
tighten securely.
l Keep the bonded jumper wire in a secure location so that the
generator can be returned to the original configuration.
NOTICE
Apply a new "NEUTRAL UNBONDED" Label
over the "NEUTRAL BONDED TO FRAME" label on the front
of the control panel.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR GASOLINE
AND GASOLINE VAPOR
DANGER
is highly explosive and flammable and can cause severe
burns or death.
WARNING
or remove the fuel cap while the generator is running. Turn
the unit off and allow it to cool for at least five minutes be-
fore adding gasoline. Loosen the fuel cap slowly.
Shock hazard. Failure to properly
Fire and explosion hazard. Gasoline
Fire and Burn Hazard. NEVER loosen
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