Add Engine Oil; To Start The Engine; Add Gasoline - Craftsman 580.327122 Owner's Manual

Generally, connecting a No.12AWG (American Wire
Gauge) s tranded c opper wiretothegrounding wingnut
andtoanearth-driven copper o rbrass grounding rod
(electrode) provides adequate p rotection against electrical
shock. However, local c odes vary widely. Consult witha
local e lectrician forgrounding requirements inyourarea.
Proper g rounding ofgenerator willhelp prevent electrical
shock intheevent o fa ground fault c ondition i nthe
generator or inconnected electrical devices. Proper
grounding alsohelps dissipate s tatic electricity, which
often builds upinungrounded devices.
BEFORE STARTING THE
GENERATOR
To operate the engine you will need to do the
following:
Add Engine Oil
NOTE: When adding oil to the engine crankcase in the
future, use only high quality detergent oil rated with
API service classification SF, SG, SH or SH/CD.
Select the oils viscosity grade according to your
colder _ 32°F
5W30 SAE 30
expected operating temperature:
Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30, etc.)
improve starting in cold weather, these oils will result
in increased oil consumption. Check your engine oil
level more frequently to avoid possible damage from
running low on oil.
To Add Engine Oil:
• Place the generator on a level surface.
• Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick.
• Wipe dipstick clean, re-insert into oil fill hole and
tighten securely.
• Remove dipstick, if oil is not up to "FULL" mark,
slowly add recommended oil. Do Not fill above the
"FULL" mark on the dipstick. Replace oil fill cap.
• Check the engine oil level before starting each time
thereafter.
• Reinstall the oil fill cap and tighten securely.
Add Gasoline
WARNING! Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never
fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot. Do
Not light a cigarette or smoke when filling the
fuel tank.
,_ CAUTION! Do Not overfill the fuel tank.
Always leave room for expansion.
• Use regular UNLEADED gasoline with the
generator engine. Do Not use premium gasoline.
Do Not mix oil with gasoline.
Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove cap.
Slowly add unleaded regular gasoline to fuel tank.
Be careful not to overfill. Allow about 1/2" of tank
space for fuel expansion, as shown here.
1/2" Air Space Tank
Fuel
• Install fuel cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline.
To Start The Engine
• Unplug all electrical loads from the generator
receptacles before starting the engine. Never start
or stop the engine with electrical devices
connected to the receptacles AND turned on.
• Be sure the spark plug wire is attached to the
spark plug.
* Place the Run/Stop switch in the "RUN" position.
• Push the primer button 2 or 3 times. Wait about
2 seconds between each push. In cold weather
50°F/10°C or below) push 5 times.
Prime
Button
NOTE: Primer may be needed to restart a warm
engine after a short shutdown.
• Grasp starter grip and slowly pull the rope until you
feel some resistance, then pull the cord out with a
rapid full arm stroke. Let rope return slowly. Do
Not let rope "snap back" against engine.
NOTE: If the engine fails to start after 3 pulls, push the
primer button 2 times and pull the starter rope again.
,_ CAUTION! Breathing Hazard! Never run
engine in enclosed poorly ventilated areas.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly gas.
,_ WARNING! Burn Hazard! Temperature of
muffler and nearby areas may exceed 150°F
(65°C). Avoid these areas.