Homelite HGCA4500 Quick Start Manual

Quick Start Guide

4500 Watt Portable Generator
itEmS incluDED:
Operator's Manual
Generator with Portability Kit
Engine Lubricant
itEmS nEEDED:
Utility Knife
7/16 in., 9/16 in. and 1/2 in. Socket Wrench
7/16 in., 9/16 in. and 1/2 in. Box End Wrench
Oil Funnel
Unleaded Fuel
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unpAck GEnErAtor
(a) Do not attempt to lift generator out of the carton. Cut each corner of the
carton to open and lay carton flat.
(b) Prior to assembly check to ensure you have all the included items.
If items are missing or damaged call 1-800-242-4672.
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bASic ASSEmbly
(a) Move generator to a flat, level surface.
(b) If desired, install feet, wheels, and handle with enclosed
hardware. See pages 11-12 of the operator's manual for
instructions.
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ADD lubricAnt
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AnD FuEl
(a) Move generator
ouside to a flat, level
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(b) Remove oil cap/dipstick.
(c) Use a funnel to pour the supplied
lubricant into the engine. Fill to the
upper mark of the oil dipstick. Use
caution to avoid spilling.
(d) Replace oil cap/dipstick.
(e) Remove fuel cap and fill with
REGULAR UNLEADED fuel. Do
not overfill. Keep maximum fuel
level 1 inch below the top of the fuel
tank.
(f) Replace fuel cap.
moVE GEnErAtor to SAFE
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opErAtinG locAtion
(a) Move generator outside to a flat, level surface, away
from doors, windows and vents.
typical Generator Shown
Exhaust port
Pointed away
from dwelling
openings
WARNING:
This Quick Start Guide is not a substitute for reading the operator's manual.
To reduce the risk of injury or death, user must read and understand operator's manual before using this product.
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StArt GEnErAtor
(a) Turn fuel valve under tank to the ON position.
(b) Select the ON position on the engine switch.
(c) Pull choke out.
(d) Start generator by slowly pulling on the recoil starter grip
until resistance is felt. Then pull cord rapidly to overcome
compression to start engine.
(e) Push choke in.
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uSinG GEnErAtor
(a) With generator running, power is now provided to the receptacles.
(b) Allow generator to warm up for 3 to 5 minutes, then plug in items to be
powered, using only grounded extension cords.
WARNING: DO NOT overload generator or electrical cords.
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Shut Down AnD StorAGE
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procEDurES
(a) Before shutting engine off, unplug all electrical loads.
(b) Let engine run for 2 minutes.
(c) Turn engine switch to OFF.
(d) Turn fuel valve to OFF.
(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.