King Canada PowerForce KCG-1501GX Instruction Manual page 12

High Altitude Operation Above 2,000 feet
WARNING! Operating this engine above 2,000 feet above sea level without the proper High Altitude Parts Kit installed may increase the engine's
emissions and decrease fuel economy and performance.
WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM FIRE:
1) Follow instructions in a well-ventilated area away from ignition sources.
2) If the engine is hot from use, shut the engine off and wait for it to cool before proceeding.
3) Do not smoke.
NOTE: Warranty is void if necessary adjustments are not made for high altitude use above 2,000 feet above sea level.
At high altitudes, the engine's carburetor, governor (if so equipped), and any other parts that control the fuel-air ratio will need to be adjusted by
a qualified mechanic to allow efficient high-altitude use and to prevent damage to the engine and any other devices used with this product. The
fuel system on this engine may be influenced by operation at higher altitudes. Proper operation can be ensured by installing an available High
Altitude Parts Kit listed below at altitudes higher than 2,000 ft. above sea level.
WARNING! At elevations above 7,000 ft, the engine may experience decreased performance, even with the proper main jet from the proper High
Altitude Parts Kit.
The High Altitude Parts Kit (part order number 73-15016400) should be installed by a qualified mechanic.
How to install the appropriate High Altitude Parts Kit:
1. Turn off the engine, let it cool down completely.
2. Close the fuel valve.
3. Place a bowl under the fuel cup to catch any spilled fuel.
CAUTION! Carburetor fuel cup may have gas in it which will leak upon
removing the bolt.
4. Remove the bolt holding the fuel cup. Then remove the bolt seal, fuel cup,
fuel cup seal and main jet from the body of the carburetor assembly. A
carburetor screwdriver (not included) is needed to remove and install the
main jet.
Note: The mixing tube is held in place by the main jet and might fall out when
it is removed. If it falls out, replace it in the same orientation before replacing
the main jet.
5. Replace the main jet with the appropriate replacement main jet needed for
your altitude range:
• Part 1A (2,000 to 3,000 ft.)
• Part 2A (3,000 to 5,000 ft.)
• Part 3A (5,000 to 6,000 ft.)
• Part 4A (6,000 to 7,000 ft.)
Note: The fuel cup seal and bolt seal may be damaged during removal and
should be replaced with the new ones from the High Altitude Parts Kit (5A &
6A).
6. Replace the fuel cup seal (6A), fuel cup, bolt seal (5A), and tighten bolt.
Note: Do not cross thread bolt when tightening. Finger tighten first and then
use a wrench to make sure the bolt is properly threaded.
7. Wipe up any spilled fuel and allow excess to evaporate before starting
engine. To prevent FIRE, do not start the engine while the smell of fuel
hangs in the air.
PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LISTS
Refer to the Parts section of the King Canada web site for the most updated parts diagram and parts list.
OPERATING YOUR GENERATOR
IN HIGH ALTITUDE
(2,000 FT - 7000 FT ABOVE SEA LEVEL)
No. Description
1A Main jet (2,000 to 3,000 ft.)
2A Main jet (3,000 to 5,000 ft.)
3A Main jet (5,000 to 6,000 ft.)
4A Main jet (6,000 to 7,000 ft.)
5A Bolt seal
6A Fuel cup seal
No. Order# Description
640 73-15016400 High altitude parts kit
Qty
1
1
1
1
1
1
Qty
1