Sportsman GEN4KDF Step-By-Step Quick Start Manual

Step-By-Step Quick Start
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 fluid oz
Because this generator includes Low Oil Shut Off, the
generator will not start with low oil. Start out with 18.6 oz,
3 then fill until almost overflowing.)

Add Fuel

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 Engine Power Switch to ON
A. If using GASOLINE, Turn FUEL PETCOCK to ON (Figure A)
B. If using PROPANE, turn FUEL PETCOCK to OFF first, then
connect regulator hose and turn Tank Valve to ON (Figure B)
Adjust the CHOKE to CLOSED TO START position (Figure C)
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.
On
(Figure A) Fuel Petcock
LP Gas Inlet (Figure B)
Open To Run
Closed To Start
Choke Position (Figure C)
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If using Gasoline, add Unleaded gasoline only
octane rating of 87 or higher. Maximum Capacity:
3.6 Gallon gasoline fuel tank
If using Propane, connect Regulator Hose to
Propane Tank and the LP Gas Inlet on Generator.
4
Recoil
Start
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GEN4KDF
4,000 Surge / 3,500 Running Watts
POWERED BY UNLEADED
GASOLINE OR PROPANE FUEL
GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS:
• 7.0 HP Engine, 4 Stroke OHV
• Recoil Start
• 3.6 Gallon Fuel Tank
• Low Oil Shut Off
• AVR Automatic Voltage Regulation
• UL Listed Electrical Components
• Engine Shut Off Switch
• Circuit Breaker & Power Outlets
• 1 - 12V D/C Outlet
• 4 - 120V A/C Outlets
• 1 - 120V RV Outlet
• Complies with EPA emissions
• Run time = 10 hours @ 50% load
• Decibel Rating < 69 db @ 0% load
• Warranty: 2 YEAR Limited Emissions
• Warranty: 1 YEAR Limited
* SURGE WATTS / RUNNING WATTS
MAY BE REDUCED BY 10% WHEN USING
PROPANE FUEL VS USING GASOLINE.
• If you are using a generator 3,000 ft. above
sea level, the generator may not function
properly because of air flow getting through
the carburetor.
• High Altitude Use: This generator is not
recommended for high altitude use 3,000 ft.
above sea level.
OIL IS NOT INCLUDED WITH THIS
GENERATOR. IT IS SOLD SEPARATELY.
Read and understand instruction manual
before using generator.
3
Add Gasoline
4
Engine
Switch
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2
Add Oil