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UTi2100 SERIES QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE WARNING: This Quick Reference Guide is not a substitute for reading the operator's manual. To reduce the risk of injury or death, user must read and understand operator's manual before using this product. All page references refer to the operator's manual. IMPORTANT! STARTING THE UNIT (CONTINUED) USING THE GENERATOR WARNING: Do not connect to a building's electrical system unless the generator and transfer switch have been properly installed and the electrical output has been verified by a qualified electrician. The connection must isolate the generator power from utility power and must comply with all applicable laws and electrical codes. Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is a poison you cannot see or smell. NEVER use inside a home or garage, EVEN IF doors and windows are open. Only use OUTSIDE and far away from windows, doors, and vents. 2 Open the vent on the vented fuel cap (see page 13). FIRST TIME ASSEMBLY 11 Remove side cover and add entire bottle of lubricant provided to the generator (see page 13). 3 Put auto idle in OFF position (see page 14). 5 Pull the starter grip until the engine runs (a maximum of 6 times) (see page 14). ON OFF 1 Connect devices to be powered by generator by following the steps below (see pages 8-9). • Make sure the generator can supply enough continuous (running) and surge (starting) watts for the items you will power at the same time. See page 9 for how to calculate total amount of power needed. • Start the generator with nothing connected. • Plug in and turn on the first load, preferably the largest load you have. • Permit the generator output to stabilize (engine runs smoothly and attached device operates properly). • Plug in and turn on the next load. • Again, permit the generator to stabilize. • Repeat previous two steps for each additional load. IMPORTANT: Never add more loads than the generator capacity. Take special care to consider surge loads in generator capacity. (See pages 8-9.) STORING THE UNIT 1 When preparing to store the generator, allow the unit to cool completely, then follow the guidelines listed on page 17. Turn the On/Off switch to OFF before adding oil. Set unit on flat surface so engine is level. Remove dipstick, wipe clean, put back in hole (but don't screw in) and check oil level. STARTING THE UNIT 1 Put the on/off switch in the ON ( I ) position, and then add fuel (see pages 13 and 14). NOTICE: Do not use E15 or E85 fuel (or fuel containing greater than 10% ethanol) in this product. It is a violation of federal law and will damage the unit and void your warranty. ON OFF ON/OFF SWITCH (ON) 6 Allow engine to run for 15-30 seconds, then move choke to RUN position (see page 14). TROUBLESHOOTING AUTO IDLE (OFF) 4 Pull the choke lever out to the start position. (see page 14). CBHATATREGREYONLY ON THSRMOATRTTLOEFF CBHATATREGREYONLY ON THSRMOATRTTLOEFF CHOKE LEVER (RUN) CHOKE LEVER (START) STOPPING THE UNIT 1 Put the on/off switch in the OFF ( O ) position (see page 14). ON OFF PROBLEM Engine will not start. Engine hard to start POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION On/Off switch is OFF ( O ). Turn On/Off switch to ON (I). No fuel. Fill fuel tank. Stale gasoline or water in gasoline. Drain entire system and refill with fresh fuel. Lubricant level is low. Engine is equipped with Low Oil Shutoff. If engine lubricant level is low, it must be filled before unit will start. Check engine lubricant level and fill, if n ecessary. Spark plug faulty, fouled, or improperly Replace spark plug. gapped. Choke lever is in run position. Pull the choke lever out to the start position. Engine stored without treating or draining Drain fuel and carburetor. Refuel with fresh gasoline, or refueled with bad gasoline. gasoline. Dirty fuel filter. Contact authorized service center. Water in gasoline. Drain entire system and refill with fresh fuel. Weak spark at spark plug. Contact authorized service center. Engine lacks power. 15-30 S 15-30 S AC receptacle does not work. DC receptacle does not work. Dirty air filter. Check air filter element. Clean or replace as needed. Engine stored without treating or draining Drain fuel and carburetor. Refuel with fresh gasoline, or refueled with bad gasoline. gasoline. Generator is overloaded. Item plugged in is defective. Circuit protector engaged Item plugged in is defective. Remove loads and press the reset button. Try a different item. Remove any load from the generator. Turn the auto idle switch to off, then depress the DC circuit breaker. Try a different item. Generator makes a "spark knock" or "ping- An occasional light "knocking" or "pinging" Switch to a different brand of gasoline, ing" noise. under heavy load is not a cause for concern. making sure that the octane rating is 86 or However, if the knocking or pinging oc- higher. If problem continues, contact your curs under normal load at a steady engine nearest authorized service center. speed, the problem may be with the brand of gasoline being used. If problem persists after trying the above solutions, contact your nearest authorized service center for assistance. The following symptoms may indicate problems that will affect the emissions level of the unit: Hard starting or stalling after starting Rough idle Misfiring or backfiring under load Afterburning (backfiring) Black exhaust smoke or high fuel consumption If you encounter any of these symptoms, have the unit inspected and repaired by the nearest authorized service c enter. ON/OFF SWITCH (OFF) Make the most of your purchase! Go to www.homelite.com and register your new tool online. For questions about operating or maintaining your product, please call, 1-800-242-4672. 991000032 5-27-14 (REV:01)