Moving Generator; Add Engine Oil; Add Fuel - Troy-Bilt Portable Generator Operator's Manual

Moving Generator

1. Remove handle pin (A) from bracket on right side of
handle (viewing generator from engine end).
2. Pull folding handle to the upright position until latch (B)
locks into place.
B
3. Reinsert handle pin in bracket on right side of handle.
WARNING Body Crush/Tip Over Hazard.
Generator could tip over while moving resulting
in serious injury and/or property damage.
• Handle pin must be installed prior to moving generator.
4. Place your foot onto the axle (C) located under the
recoil starter and pull back on the handle.
C
5. Always face generator and push or pull to desired
location. When moving generator on an incline, always
make sure you are uphill from generator.
6. Place foot on axle and gently let generator tip forward
to rest on support leg.
7. Remove handle pin from right side of handle.
8. Pull up on latch and push handle forward to fold down
handle.

Add Engine Oil

1. Place generator on a flat, level surface.
2. Clean area around oil fill and remove yellow oil fill
cap/dipstick.
3. Using oil funnel (optional), slowly pour contents of
provided oil bottle into oil fill opening to the "Full"
mark on dipstick.
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NOTICE Improper treatment of generator could damage it
and shorten its life.
• DO NOT attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been
properly serviced with the recommended oil. This may result in an
engine failure.
4. Replace oil fill cap/dipstick and fully tighten.
A

Add Fuel

Fuel must meet these requirements:
• Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.
• A minimum of 87 octane/87 AKI (91 RON). High
altitude use, see High Altitude.
• Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up to
15% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) is acceptable.
NOTICE Avoid generator damage.
Failure to follow Operator's Manual for fuel
recommendations voids warranty.
• DO NOT use unapproved gasoline such as E85.
• DO NOT mix oil in gasoline.
• DO NOT modify engine to run on alternate fuels.
To protect the fuel system from gum formation, mix in a fuel
stabilizer when adding fuel. See Storage. All fuel is not the
same. If you experience starting or performance problems after
using fuel, switch to a different fuel provider or change brands.
This engine is certified to operate on gasoline. The emission
control system for this engine is EM (Engine Modifications).
WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable
WHEN ADDING FUEL
• Turn generator engine OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes
before removing fuel cap. Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure
in tank.
• Fill fuel tank outdoors.
• DO NOT overfill tank. Allow space for fuel expansion.
• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine.
• Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and
other ignition sources.
• Check fuel lines, tank, cap and fittings frequently for cracks or
leaks. Replace if necessary.
• DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.
1. Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove cap.
2. Slowly add unleaded gasoline (D) to fuel tank (E). Be
careful not to fill above the baffle (F). This allows
adequate space for fuel expansion as shown.
3. Install fuel cap and let any spilled fuel evaporate before
starting engine.
and explosive which could cause burns,
fire or explosion resulting in death,
serious injury and/or property damage.
TANK E
F
FUEL
D
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