Sportsman GEN4000DF-SS 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: 18.5 fluid oz
Because this generator includes Low Oil Shut Off, the
generator will not start with low oil. Start out with 18.5 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 Switch to ON
A. If using GASOLINE, Turn FUEL PETCOCK to ON (Figure A)
B. If using PROPANE, connect Turn Tank Vale to ON (Figure B)
Adjust the CHOKE to CLOSED/CHOKE position (Figure C)
Start the generator manually with the Recoil (Pull) 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.
O
On
Fuel Petcock (Figure A)
LP Gas Inlet (Figure B)
Run/Open
Closed/Choke
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.
If using Gasoline, add Unleaded gasoline only
octane rating of 87 or higher. Maximum Capacity:
3.9 Gallon gasoline fuel tank. Do Not Use E85 Fuel
If using Propane, connect Regulator Hose to
Propane Tank and the LP Gas Inlet on Generator.
Engine
4
Switch
4
Recoil
Start
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SPORTSMAN SPORTSMAN
GEN4000DF-SS
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
• 3.9 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 at 50% Load (Gas)
• Run Time : 12 hours @ 50% Load (LPG)
on 20 lbs of LPG Fuel
• Decibel Rating < 69 db @ 0% load
• 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
• DO NOT use E85, gas/oil mix, or modify
the engine to run on alternate fuels.
* SURGE WATTS / RUNNING WATTS
MAY BE REDUCED BY 10% WHEN USING
PROPANE FUEL VS USING GASOLINE.
OIL IS NOT INCLUDED WITH THIS
GENERATOR. IT IS SOLD SEPARATELY.
Read and understand instruction manual
before using generator.
3
Add Gasoline
2
Add Oil
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