Excel Power XL8000ii Owner's Manual page 18

OXYGENATED FUELS
NOTICE:
Do not use E15 or E85 fuel (or fuel
containing greater than 10% ethanol)
in this product. It is a violation of
federal law and will damage the unit
and void your warranty.
Fuel system damage or performance
problems resulting from the use of an
oxygenated fuel containing more than
the percentage of oxygenates stated
below are not covered under warranty.
Ethanol. Gasoline containing up to 10%
ethanol by volume (commonly referred
to as E10) is acceptable. E15 and E85
are not.
CHECKING/ADDING FUEL
WARNING:
Gasoline and its vapors are highly
flammable and explosive. To prevent
serious personal injury and property
damage, handle gasoline with care.
Keep away from ignition sources,
handle outdoors only, do not smoke
while adding fuel, and wipe up spills
immediately.
When adding gas to the generator, make
sure the unit is sitting on a flat, level
surface. If the engine is hot, let the
generator cool before adding gas.
ALWAYS fill the fuel tank outdoors with
the machine turned off.
 Remove the fuel cap.
 Fill the fuel tank to 1 in. below the
top of the fuel neck.
OPERATION
 Replace and secure the fuel cap.
NOTE: Always use unleaded gasoline
with a pump octane rating of 86 or
higher. Never use old, stale, or
contaminated gasoline, and do not use
an oil/gas mixture. Do not allow dirt or
water into the fuel tank. Do not use E85
fuel.
STARTING THE ENGINE
NOTE: If location of generator is not
level, the unit may not start or may shut
down during operation.
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NOTICE:
On a level surface with the engine off,
check the lubricant level before each
use of the generator.
NOTICE:
Do not place the generator directly on
the ground when using the unit in
grassy areas or in areas with dense
vegetation. Doing so could result in
grass discoloration and/or localized
soil damage.