Step-By-Step Quick Start
Guide To Using Your Generator
1
Remove Generator From Package
2
Add Oil
3
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 Switch to ON
A. If using GASOLINE, Turn FUEL PETCOCK to ON (Figure A)
B. If using PROPANE, connect the regulator hose kit to the gas
inlet, then turn tank valve to ON (Figure B)
Adjust the CHOKE to CLOSED/CHOKE position (Figure C)
Start the generator manually with the Recoil (Pull) Start, OR
Install battery then turn switch to START.
Once the engine has started, GRADUALLY move the choke lever
to the "RUN/OPEN" 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
O
Fuel Petcock (Figure A)
(Figure B)
Run/Open
Closed/Choke
(Figure C)
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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.
Oil Type: SAE10W-30 Oil (Must add BEFORE first use)
Oil Capacity: 38 fluid oz
Because this generator includes Low Oil Shut Off, the
generator will not start with low oil. Start out with 38 oz,
then fill until almost overflowing.)
If using Gasoline, add Unleaded gasoline only
octane rating of 87 or higher. Maximum Capacity:
8.0 Gallon gasoline fuel tank
If using Propane, connect Regulator Hose to
Propane Tank and the LP Gas Inlet on Generator.
4
Recoil
Start
Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Central Time
GEN9000DF
9,000 Surge / 8,000 Running Watts
GASOLINE OR PROPANE FUEL
GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS:
• 15.0 HP Engine, 4 Stroke OHV
• Recoil Start
• 8.0 Gallon Fuel Tank
• Low Oil Shut Off
• AVR Automatic Voltage Regulation
• UL Listed Electrical Components
• Engine Shut Off Switch
• Circuit Breaker & Power Outlets
• 4 x 120 Volt GFCI A/C Outlets
• 1 x 120/240 Volt Twist Lock Outlet
• 1 x 120 Volt RV Outlet
• Complies with EPA emissions
• Run time = 10 hours @ 50% load
• Run time = 5 hours @ 50% load
on 20 lbs of LPG Fuel
• Decibel Rating < 80 db @ 0% load
• Warranty: 2 YEAR limited
*
SURGE WATTS / RUNNING WATTS MAY
BE REDUCED BY 10% WHEN USING
PROPANE FUEL VS USING GASOLINE.
• DO NOT use E85, gas/oil mix, or modify the
engine to run on alternate fuels.
• 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.
4
2
Engine
Switch
Need Help? Call Customer Service!
POWERED BY UNLEADED
Add Gasoline
3
4
Install
Battery
Add Oil
2
CO
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