Starting/Stopping The Engine; The Importance Of Maintenance; Maintenance Safety - Makita EG2250A Instructions For Use Manual

Recommended Fuels
This engine is certified to operate on regular unleaded
gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher.
Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil-
gasoline mixture. Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel
tank.
Regular unleaded gasoline containing no more than 10%
ethanol (E10) or 5% methanol by volume can be used. In
addition, the methanol must contain cosolvents and
corrosion inhibitors.
If fuels containing levels of ethanol or methanol greater
than those shown above are used, starting and/or
performance problems may occur. The metal, rubber, and
plastic parts of the fuel system may also be damaged.
Engine damage or performance problems resulting from
the use of fuel with percentages of ethanol or methanol
greater than the values shown above are not covered by
the warranty.
STARTING/STOPPING THE
ENGINE
Starting the Engine
For safety reasons, do not operate the generator in an
enclosed area such as a garage. The generator's exhaust
contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas that can collect
rapidly in an enclosed area and cause illness or death.
WARNING:
Exhaust from the generator contains poisonous
carbon monoxide gas that can build up to dangerous
levels in closed areas.
Inhaling carbon monoxide can cause
unconsciousness or death.
Never run the generator in a closed or partially closed
area where people may be present.
To prevent fires, keep the generator at least 3 feet
(1 meter) away from buildings and other structures during
operation. Keep flammable objects away from the engine.
NOTICE:
Do not operate this generator less than 3 feet (1 meter)
from a building or other obstruction. Doing so can cause
overheating and/or damage the generator. In order to
maintain proper cooling, allow at least 3 feet (1 meter) of
empty space above and around the generator.
Refer to the "AC OPERATION" or "DC OPERATION" of
this manual for how to connect loads to the generator.
1. Perform the PRE-OPERATION CHECKS.
2. Make sure that the AC circuit breaker is in the
"O (OFF)" position. It may be difficult to start the
generator if a load is connected.
3. Turn the fuel valve lever to the "I (ON)" position.
4. Turn the engine switch to the "I (ON)" position.
5. Pull the starter grip slowly until resistance is felt, then
pull swiftly.
NOTICE:
Return the starter grip back gently to prevent damage to
the starter. Do not let it snap back against the engine.
With the electric starter:
1. Connect the battery cables to the generator.
2. Turn the engine switch to the "S (START)" position
and hold it there for 5 seconds or until the engine
starts.
NOTICE:
• The motor can be damaged if the starter motor is
operated for more than 5 seconds. If the engine fails to
start, release the switch and wait 10 seconds before
operating the starter again.
• If the speed of the starter motor drops after a period of
time, it is an indication that the battery should be
recharged.
When the engine starts, allow the engine switch to return
to the "I (ON)" position.
If the choke was manually closed, push it to the "OPEN"
position as the engine warms up.
Stopping the Engine
In an emergency:
To stop the engine in an emergency, move the engine
switch to the "O (OFF)" position.
In normal use:
1. Turn the AC circuit breaker to the "O (OFF)" position.
Disconnect the DC battery charging cables.
2. Turn the engine switch to the "O (OFF)" position.
3. Turn the fuel valve lever to the "O (OFF)" position.
MAINTENANCE

The Importance of Maintenance

Good maintenance is vital to the safe, economical, and
trouble free operation of the generator. It will also help
reduce air pollution.
WARNING:
Improper maintenance, or failure to correct a problem
before operation, can cause a malfunction which can
result in severe personal injury or loss of life.
Always follow the inspection and maintenance
recommendations and schedules in this instruction
manual.
The following pages include a maintenance schedule,
routine inspection procedures, and simple maintenance
procedures using basic hand tools required for properly
caring for the generator. Other service tasks that are more
complicated or require special tools are best handled by
professionals and are normally performed by a Makita
technician or other qualified mechanic.
The maintenance schedule included in this manual is
based on normal operating conditions. If the generator is
operated under severe conditions, such as sustained
high-load or high-temperature operation, or it is used in
unusually wet or dusty conditions, consult your servicing
dealer for recommendations applicable to your specific
needs and use.
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission
control devices and systems may be performed by
any nonroad engine repair establishment or
individual, using parts that are ''certified'' to EPA
standards.

Maintenance Safety

The following are some of the most important safety
precautions. However, we cannot cover every
conceivable hazard that can arise in performing
maintenance, so please remember that only you can
decide whether or not you should perform a given task.
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