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4. Move the choke/run
switch to the choke
position.
5. Turn engine switch
on by pressing the
top of the switch.
6. Pull the starter rope
with a brisk smooth
motion.
7. Return choke/run switch to the run
position.
8. After each start up, allow engine to
run 2-3 minutes with no load.
Engine speed is
preset to provide
proper output voltage. Never attempt to
modify or adjust engine speed or output
voltage.
ENGINE BREAK-IN
The first 25 hours of operation is
considered the break-in period for the
engine. During this time, use a 30:1 mix
of gas and oil and operate at less than
75% of the load limit.
GENERATOR SHUT OFF
1. Remove all electrical load devices
from the generator.
2. Allow the engine to run for 2-3
minutes with no electrical loads.
3. Turn engine switch
off by pressing the
bottom of the
switch. This will stall
the engine.
!
CAUTION
4. Set the fuel switch to the
closed (horizontal)
position.
5. Verify that the generator has
completely stopped.
6. Allow unit to cool before placing in
storage.
LOAD DEVICES
1. The 120 volt receptacles (type
NEMA 5-15) are rated for 13 amps
on 60 Hz models (GN950). The 220
volt receptacles are rated for 10
amps on 50 Hz models (GN800).
2. Total combined load through any
combination of receptacles must not
exceed rated load limits of generator.
3. Reduce load if
AC Protector
(circuit
breaker) turns
off. Press
button to reset.
NOTE: Power draw can be calculated
by multiplying volts and amps. The
resulting number is wattage.
Never exceed the posted maximum
wattage for the generator or any
individual receptacle. Refer to owner's
manuals and product tags to determine
the wattage of electrical load devices.
Long power cords and extension cords
draw additional power. Keep cords at
minimum possible length. See chart
above.
INFREQUENT USAGE
If the generator is used infrequently,
starting difficulty may occur. To help
prevent difficulty starting, the generator
should be run for approximately 30
minutes per week.
STORAGE
If the generator is not to be used for
extended periods of time, the following
pre-storage procedures should be
performed:
1. Drain all fuel from the tank, lines,
and carburetor.
2. Remove spark plug.
Clean off any carbon
deposits. Check for
discoloration – plug
should be tan in
color. Check the gap;
it should be 0.7 –
0.8mm.
3. Pour approximately one teaspoon of
oil into spark plug hole.
4. Pull starter cord several times to
spread the oil throughout the
cylinder.
5. Slowly pull the starter cord until
resistance is felt. This indicates that
the piston is moving upward on the
2.5 300 600 1000 600 375 250
5 600 1200 500 300 200 125
7.5 900 1800 350 200 125 100
Amps Watts Watts #8 #10 #12 #14 #16
120 V 220 V Wire Wire Wire Wire Wire
EXTENSION CORDS
MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED LENGTHS (IN FEET)
Operation
(Continued)
Computer 300
CD Player 100
VCR 100
Radio 100
Television 300
Receiver 420
Microwave 800
Blender 300
Load Device Watts Load Device Watts
Hand Vacuum 500
Power Drill 500
Hedge Trimmer 500
Weed Whip 500
Coffee Maker 1200
Slow Cooker/Frying Pan 200
Outdoor Lights 75-150
Bug Light 50
ESTIMATED POWER USAGE (WATTS)
Maintenance