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Quick Start Guide 4500 Watt Portable Generator ITEMS INCLUDED: Operator's Manual Generator with Portability Kit Engine Lubricant ITEMS NEEDED: Utility Knife 7/16 in., 9/16 in. and 1/2 in. Socket Wrench 7/16 in., 9/16 in. and 1/2 in. Box End Wrench Oil Funnel Unleaded Fuel 1 unpack generator (a) Do not attempt to lift generator out of the carton. Cut each corner of the carton to open and lay carton flat. (b) Prior to assembly check to ensure you have all the included items. If items are missing or damaged call 1-800-242-4672. ON / MARCHE OFF / ARRET 00:00 ON / MARCHE OFF / ARRET 3 ADD lubricant and FUEL 00:00 (a) Move generatorON/MARCHE ouside to a flat, level surface. OFF / ARRET (b) Remove oil cap/dipstick. (c) Use a funnel to pour the supplied lubricant into the engine. Fill to the upper mark of the oil dipstick. Use caution to avoid spilling. (d) Replace oil cap/dipstick. (e) Remove fuel cap and fill with REGULAR UNLEADED fuel. Do not overfill. Keep maximum fuel level 1 inch below the top of the fuel tank. (f) Replace fuel cap. 4 MOVE GENERATOR TO SAFE OPERATING LOCATION (a) Move generator outside to a flat, level surface, away from doors, windows and vents. ON / MARCHE WARNING: This Quick Start Guide is not a substitute for reading the operator's manual. OFF / ARRET To reduce the risk of injury or death, user must read and understand operator's manual before using this product. 5 start generator (a) Turn fuel valve under tank to the ON position. (b) Select the ON position on the engine switch. (c) Pull choke out. (d) Start generator by slowly pulling on the recoil starter grip until resistance is felt. Then pull cord rapidly to overcome compression to start engine. (e) Push choke in. b ON / MARCHE OFF / ARRET a A ON / MARCHE OFF / ARRET ON / MARCHE OFF / ARRET 6 using generator (a) With generator running, power is now provided to the receptacles. (b) Allow generator to warm up for 3 to 5 minutes, then plug in items to be powered, using only grounded extension cords. WARNING: DO NOT overload generator or electrical cords. 00:00 00:00 ON / MARCHE OFF / ARRET ON / MARCHE OFF / ARRET Typical Generator Shown Exhaust Port Pointed away from dwelling openings c,e d 7 shut down and storage procedures (a) Before shutting engine off, unplug all electrical loads. (b) Let engine run for 2 minutes. (c) Turn engine switch to OFF. (d) Turn fuel valve to OFF. (e) If generator is to be stored for longer than 30 days, refer to the operator's manual for further instructions. 2 basic assembly (a) Move generator to a flat, level surface. (b) If desired, install feet, wheels, and handle with enclosed hardware. See pages 11-12 of the operator's manual for instructions. 987000732 5-28-09 (REV:01) For questions or clarification on these Quick Start Guide CALL instructions, contact us at 1-800-242-4672. Product style and configuration may vary.