Homelite HG1800 Quick Start Manual

1

UNpACk GENERATOR

(a) Remove inner packaging.
(b) Lift unit out of carton.
Prior to use, check to ensure that you have all the included items. If items are
missing or damaged call 1-800-242-4672.
ADD FUEL AND CHECk ENGINE
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LUbRICANT
(a) Move generator outside to a flat, level
surface.
(b) Remove lubricant fill cap. Engine ships
without lubricant. Use a funnel to add
18 oz. 4-cycle small engine lubricant
10W30 into the engine. Fill to the upper
mark of the oil dipstick. Use caution to avoid
spilling.
(c) Remove fuel cap (see Figure 1) and fill with REGULAR UNLEADED fuel.
Do not overfill.
Keep maximum fuel level 1/4 inch below the top of the fuel tank.
(d) Replace fuel cap.
MOvE GENERATOR TO SAFE OpERATING
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LOCATION
(a) Move generator outside to a flat, level surface, away from doors, windows
and vents.
DANGER
Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This
is a poison you cannot see or smell.
L'utilisation d'une génératrice à l'intérieur PEUT VOUS TUER EN QUELQUES MINUTES. Les génératrices
produisent du monoxyde de carbone, un gaz mortel incolore et inodore.
Usar un generador en el interior PUEDE MATARLO EN POCOS MINUTOS. Los gases de escape del
generador contienen monóxido de carbono. Es un veneno que no puede verse ni olerse.
NEVER use inside a home or garage, EVEN IF doors and
windows are open.
NE JAMAIS utiliser à l'intérieur d'une maison ou d'un
garage, MÊME SI les portes et les fenêtres sont ouvertes.
NUNCA lo use dentro de su hogar o del garaje, INCLUSO
con las puertas y las ventanas abiertas.
Avoid other generator hazards.
Éviter d'autres dangers associés aux génératrices.
Evite otros peligros provocados por el generador.
987000-358
5-28-08 (REV:03)

ITEMS NEEDED:

Utility Knife
Oil Funnel
Unleaded Fuel

ITEMS INCLUDED:

Operator Manual (not shown)
(a) Generator
(b) 12V DC Charging Cable
Typical Generator Shown
Exhaust port
Pointed away from
dwelling openings
DANGER PELIGRO
Only use OUTSIDE and far away from windows, doors,
and vents.
Utiliser uniquement À L'EXTÉRIEUR et loin des fenêtres,
des portes et des évents.
Sólo utilícelo AL AIRE LIBRE y lejos de ventanas, puertas
y respiraderos.
READ MANUAL BEFORE USE.
LIRE LE MANUEL AVANT D'UTILISER L'APPAREIL.
LEA EL MANUAL ANTES DE USARLO.
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4

START GENERATOR

(a) Turn fuel valve to the ON
position (see Figure 2).
(b) Move choke control lever fully
to the right (see Figure 2).
(c) Select the ON position on the
engine ON/OFF switch (see
Figure 2).
(d) Start generator by slowly
pulling on the starter rope
handle (see Figure 2) until
resistance is felt. Then pull
cord rapidly to overcome
compression to start engine.
(e) Slowly move choke control
lever fully to the left as engine warms.
Figure 1
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pOWER CONTROL pANEL

(a) With generator running, power is now
provided to the receptacles.
(b) Plug in items to be powered, using only
grounded extension cords.
(c) The included 12V DC Charging Cable plugs
directly into the 12 Volt receptacle (see
Figure 3).
WARNING: DO NOT overload generator or electrical cords.
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SHUT DOWN AND STORAGE pROCEDURES

(a) Before shutting engine off, unplug all electrical loads.
(b) Let engine run for 2 minutes.
(c) Turn engine ON/OFF to OFF (see Figure 2).
(d) Turn fuel valve to OFF (see Figure 2).
(e) If generator is to be stored for longer than 30 days, refer to the operator's
manual for further instructions.
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For questions or clarification on these Quick Start Guide
instructions, contact us at 1-800-242-4672.
Product style and configuration may vary.

Quick Start Guide

1800 Watt Portable Generator
Manual Starter Rope
Engine Choke Engine ON/OFF
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Fuel Valve ON/OFF
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