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8
GENERATOR PREPARATION
The following section describes steps necessary to prepare the generator for use. If after reading this
section, you are unsure about how to perform any of the steps please call (800) 791-9458 Mon-Fri 9-5
EST for customer service. Failure to perform these steps properly can damage the generator or shorten its
life.
Step 1 - ATTACHING THE CARRYING HANDLE
1.
Remove the 2 bolts and 2 washers.
2.
Place the bolts and washers into the carrying handle.
3.
Position the handle over the threaded holes in the fuel tank.
4.
Tighten bolts using the screwdriver until the bolts are snug.
Step 2 – MIXING FUEL FOR 2 STROKE ENGINE
2 STROKE OIL
To operate the engine, use unleaded gasoline mixed with high quality 2 Cycle oil at a ratio of 50 to 1.
Note: Use NMMA or TC-WII or TC-W3 or JASO FB or FASO FC classified oil in the mixture.
GASOLINE
Use unleaded regular, unleaded premium, or gasoline containing 10% ethanol. Fuel must be fresh and
clean. Never use gasoline stored for long periods.
MIXING GASOLINE AND OIL
WARNING: Never store generator with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building with potential sources of
ignition such as hot water tanks, space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc.
Notes: DO NOT mix gasoline and oil directly in the fuel tank.
USE NMMA or TC-WII or TC-W3 or JASO FB or JASO FC classified oil.
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Make sure fuel container is outside and in a well ventilated area.
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Fill the approved, clean red gasoline container with ¼ of the recommended gasoline amount.
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Add the required amount of oil to the gasoline.
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Tighten the cap on the fuel container.
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Shake vigorously to mix the gasoline and oil.
•Undo the fuel cap and add the remainder of the recommended fuel. Wipe away any spilled fuel or oil.
Mixing Ratios: 50:1
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To 1 gallon gasoline, add 2.5 oz 2 cycle oil
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To 2 gallon gasoline, add 5 oz 2 cycle oil
• To 5 gallon gasoline, add 13 oz 2 cycle oil
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