Stopping The Engine; Maintenance And Storage - IVT GN-750B Manual

Gasoline generator

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the fuel's contents. Some states require this information

to be posted on the pump. If you notice any undesirable

operating symptoms, switch to a conventional unleaded

gasoline.

Fuel

system

problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel

are not the responsibility of IVT and are not covered

under warranty.

NOTICE: oxygenated fuels can damage paint and

plastic. Be careful not to spill fuel when filling your

fuel tank. Damage caused by spilled fuel is not

covered under warranty.

Oil-mixed gasoline [F2]

(GN-750B)

GAS 50 : 1 OIL

1 (L) : 0.025 (L)

2 (L) : 0.050 (L)

3 (L) : 0.075 (L)

4 (L) : 0.100 (L)

∙

Allow approximately ¼ inches (6 mm) of space for

fuel expansion.

∙

Use oil mixed gasoline. If not, the engine will be

overheated.

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Gasoline and oil mixed ratio is 50:1. Use special

purpose oil for 2 strokes.

Engine oil [F3]

(GN-2200B;

GN-2700B;

GN-6500B)

NOTICE: engine oil is a major factor affecting engine

performance and service life. Non-detergent and

2-stroke engine oils will damage the engine and are

not recommended.

Check the oil level before each use with the

generator on a level surface with the engine stopped.

Remove the oil filler cap (7) and wipe the dipstick

clean.

Check the oil level by inserting the dipstick into the

filler neck without screwing it in.

If the level is low, fill to the top of the oil filler neck

with the recommended oil.

damage

performance

GN-3300B;

GN-5500B;

STARTING THE ENGINE [F4]

Make

sure

all

receptacles are disconnected. The generator may be

hard to start if a load is connected.

Turn the fuel valve (11) to the ON position.

Move the throttle lever (if present) halfway between

SLOW and FAST.

The choke rod (13) will be closed if the engine is

cold. If you operate the choke manually, then move the

choke rod to the CLOSED position.

Start the engine:

(GN-5500B; GN-6500B)

∙

Turn the engine switch (9) to START position

(for max. 5 seconds)

∙

Return the key to the ON position once the

engine has started.

(GN-750B; GN-2200B; GN-2700B; GN-3300B)

∙

Turn

the

engine

position.

∙

Pull

the

recoil

resistance is felt, then pull briskly.

NOTICE: do not allow the starter grip to snap back

against the engine. Return it gently to prevent

damage to the starter or housing.

If you have manually closed the choke rod (13)

move it to the OPEN position as the engine warms up.

Move the throttle lever (if present) to the FAST

position.