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1.3 EMISSIONS INFORMATION
The Environmental Protection Agency requires that this generator
comply with exhaust and evaporative emission standards. This
generator is certified to operate on gasoline. The emission control
system includes the following components:
• Air Induction System
– Intake Pipe / Manifold
– Air Cleaner
• Fuel System
– Carburetor
– Fuel Tank / Cap
– Fuel Lines
– Evaporative Vent Lines
• Ignition System
– Spark Plug
– Ignition Module
• Exhaust System
– Exhaust Manifold
– Muffler
2.1 KNOW THE GENERATOR
Read the Owner's Manual and Safety Rules before operating
this generator.
Compare the generator to Figures 2 through 4 to become
familiarized with the locations of various controls and adjustments.
Save this manual for future reference.
1. 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacle – Supplies electrical
power for the operation of 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, single-phase,
60 Hz electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads.
2. 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle – Supplies
electrical power for the operation of 120 and/or 240 Volt AC,
30 Amp, single-phase, 60 Hz, electrical lighting, appliance,
tool and motor loads.
3. Circuit Breakers (AC) – Each receptacle is provided with a
push-to-reset circuit breaker to protect the generator against
electrical overload.
4. Oil Drain – Use to drain engine oil.
5. Air Filter – Filters intake air as it is drawn into the engine.
6. Choke Knob – Used when starting a cold engine.
7. Fuel Tank – See generator Specifications for tank capacity.
8. Grounding Lug – Ground the generator to an approved earth
ground here. See "Grounding the Generator" for details.
9. Run/Stop Switch – Controls the operation of the generator
(pull start models).
9A. Start Switch – Used to start engine from the starter motor
(electric start models only).
10. Muffler – Quiets the engine.
11. Handle – Pivot and retract for storage. Press the spring-
loaded button to move handles.
12. Gas Cap – Fuel fill location.
13. Fuel Gauge – Shows fuel level in tank.
14. Oil Fill – Add oil here.
15. Recoil Starter – Use to start engine manually.
16. Fuel Shut Off – Valve between fuel tank and carburetor.
17. Roll Over Valve – Passes fuel to the engine airbox.
18. Recovery Hose – Install between the carbon canister and the
roll over valve.
19. Hourmeter – Tracks hours of operation.
20. Battery Charger Input – This receptacle allows the capability
to recharge the 12 volt DC storage battery provided with
the 12 Volt Adaptor Plug Charger which is included in the
Accessory Box. Located behind the battery charger input is
a 1.50 Amp in-line fuse which is inside the control panel to
protect the battery (electric start models only).
21. Battery – Powers the electric starter (electric start models
only).
Figure 2 - Control Panel
2
3
Figure 3 - Generator Controls
17
18
6
5
11
15
Operation
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20
16
19
9A
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