Sportsman GEN3000IOF Step-By-Step Manual

Follow This Step-By-Step
Guide To Using Your Generator
1
Remove Generator From Package
Oil Type: SAE10W-30 Oil (Must add BEFORE first use)
2
Add Oil Oil Capacity: 20.2 fluid oz
Because this generator includes Low Oil Shut Off, the
generator will not start with low oil. Start out with 20.2 oz,
3 then fill until almost overflowing.)
Add Fuel
Unleaded gasoline only octane rating of 87 or higher
Maximum Capacity: 3.1 Gallon fuel tank
4
Start The Generator
Use the generator OUTDOORS in a WELL VENTILATED AREA.
DO NOT CONNECT electrical devices until AFTER the generator
is started.
Turn Power Switch to ON
Turn FUEL PETCOCK to ON (Figure A)
Adjust the CHOKE Lever Position to CLOSED/START (Figure B)
Start the generator manually with the Recoil (Pull) Start.
Once the engine has started, GRADUALLY move the choke lever
to the "OPEN TO RUN" position until the engine levels off. Then
let the engine run approximately 5 minutes BEFORE adding
appliances or tools.
You can now connect electrical devices.
O
On
Fuel Petcock (Figure A)
WARNING
IF THERE IS ANY QUESTION ABOUT A
CONDITION BEING SAFE OR UNSAFE,
DO NOT OPERATE THIS PRODUCT!
Always follow Warning labels placed on the
generator, and read and follow all Warning
labels included inside the Product Manual.
WARNING: NEVER use a generator inside
a home or a garage, EVEN IF the doors
and windows are open.
ONLY USE OUTSIDE and far way from
windows, doors and vents leading into an
enclosed area.
Using a generator indoors can kill you in
minutes. The generator produces an
exhaust that contains carbon monoxide.
This is a poison you cannot see or smell.
Do not attach a chain or rope to secure the
generator to a post as this can be difficult to
remove in the event of an emergency.
TOLL-FREE NATIONWIDE HELP LINE! 866-460-9436
This generator includes
ATTENTION
a built-in Carbon Monoxide
Warning Alert! The generator
will automatically shut-off if
dangerous levels of Carbon
ALERT!
Monoxide is detected.
Choke (Figure B)
Power
Switch
Recoil
Start
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GEN3000IOF
3,000 Surge / 2,850 Running Watts
UNLEADED GASOLINE FUEL
GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS:
• 2 - 120V A/C Outlets
• 1 - 120V RV Outlet
• 2 x USB Ports
• Recoil Start
• Parallel Port Output Capability
(Parallel Cable Available Separately)
• Sine Wave Output For Sensitive Electronics
• 5.5 HP OHV Engine
• Displacement: 208cc
• Phase: Single
• AC Voltage: 120V @ 60Hz
• Decibel Rating <65 db @ 24 Feet
• Complies with EPA emissions
• Engine Run Time: 8 Hours @ 50% Load
• Fuel Tank Capacity: 3.1 Gallon
• DO NOT use E85, gas/oil mix, or modify the
engine to run on alternate fuels.
• High Altitude Use: This generator is not
recommended for high altitude use 3,000 feet above
sea level.
• If you are using a generator at 3,000 feet above
sea level, the generator may not function properly
because of air flow getting through the carburetor.
• Warranty: 2 YEAR Limited Emissions
• Warranty: 1 YEAR Limited
OIL IS NOT INCLUDED WITH THIS
GENERATOR. IT IS SOLD SEPARATELY.
Read and understand instruction manual
before using generator.
Add Fuel
Add Oil
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