Westinghouse iGen2800 User Manual page 14

OPERATION
l Clean the dipstick and re-seat it inside the oil fill hole. Do
not thread the dipstick.
l Remove the dipstick and verify that the oil level is within
safe operating range.
l If the oil level is low, add recommended engine oil in-
crementally and recheck until the level is within the safe
operating range.
l Replace the oil dipstick and hand-tighten.
l Install the engine service cover and screws. Tighten
securely.
GASOLINE REQUIREMENTS
NOTICE
Do not use E15 or E85 fuel in this prod-
uct. Engine or equipment damage caused by stale fuel
or the use of unapproved fuels (such as E15 or E85
ethanol blends) is not covered by warranty. Only use
unleaded gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol.
l ALWAYS use CLEAN, FRESH, un-
leaded gasoline (87–93 octane) in
this unit. NEVER use OLD, STALE,
or CONTAMINATED gasoline.
l Up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) is acceptable (where avail-
able; non-ethanol fuel is recommended).
l DO NOT use E85 or E15.
l DO NOT use a gas oil mix.
l DO NOT modify the engine to run on alternate fuels.
USING FUEL STABILIZER
Adding a fuel stabilizer (not included) extends the usable
life of fuel and helps prevent deposits from forming that can
clog the fuel system. Follow the manufacturer's instructions
for use.
Always mix the correct amount of fuel stabilizer to gasoline in
an approved gasoline container before fueling the generator.
Run the generator for five minutes to allow the stabilizer to
treat the entire fuel system.
ADDING GASOLINE
See Figures 8 - 9.
DANGER
remove the fuel cap or refuel the generator while the
engine is running. Do not smoke or create sparks while
fueling. Always turn the engine off and allow the gen-
erator to cool for at least five minutes before refueling.
DANGER
not overfill fuel tank. Fill only to the red maximum fill
ring on the fuel screen. Overfilling may cause fuel to
spill onto engine causing a fire or explosion hazard.
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E85 E15
Fire and explosion hazard. Never
Fire and explosion hazard. Do
FIG. 8
A - Fuel cap
FIG. 9
A - Fuel cap
B - Max fill line
C - Screen filter
WARNING
gasoline tank, or any other fuel item that is broken, cut,
torn or damaged.
NOTICE
Only fill the tank from an approved gas-
oline container. Make sure the gasoline container is
internally clean and in good condition to prevent fuel
system contamination.
l Turn the generator off and allow the engine to cool for at
least five minutes.
l Place the generator on a level surface in a well-ventilated
area. DO NOT fuel indoors.
l Clean area around fuel cap and remove the cap slowly.
l Slowly add the recommended fuel. Do not overfill.
NOTE: The gasoline level should NOT be higher than the
red maximum fill ring on the fuel screen.
l Install the fuel cap. Tighten securely.
l Clean up any spilled fuel.
A
A
B
C
Never use a gasoline container,