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ENGINE LUBRICANT WARNING
You must add lubricant before first operating the generator. The oil reservoir
capacity is 1.1 qt. Always check the lubricant level before each operation. The
lubricant level should always register between the hatched areas on the dipstick.
The unit is equipped with a sensor which will automatically shut off the engine if
the lubricant level falls below a safe limit.

ELECTRICAL

EXTENSION CORD CABLE SIzE
Refer to the table below to ensure the cable size of the extension cords you use are capable of carrying the required load.
Inadequate size cables can cause a voltage drop, which can damage the appliance and overheat the cord.
Load in Watts
Current in
Amperes
At 120V
2.5 300
5 600
7.5 900
10 1200
15 1800
20 2400
25 3000
30 3600
40 4800
ELECTRIC MOTOR LOADS
It is characteristic of common electric motors in normal operation to draw up to six times their running current while start-
ing. This table may be used to estimate the watts required to start "Code G" electric motors; however, if an electric motor
fails to start or reach running speed, turn off the appliance or tool immediately to avoid equipment damage. Always check
the requirements of the tool or appliance being used compared to the rated output of the generator.
Motor Size (H.P.)
1/8
1/6
1/4
1/3
1/2
3/4
1
At 240V #8 Wire
600
1200
1800
2400
3600
4800 175 ft.
6000 150 ft.
7200 125 ft.
9600 90 ft.
Running Watts
Repulsion Induction
275
275
400
450
600
850
1100
GROUNDING WARNING
National Electric Code requires generator to be grounded to
an approved earth ground.
Maximum Allowable Cord Length
#10 Wire #12 Wire
1000 ft.
500 ft.
350 ft.
250 ft.
150 ft.
125 ft.
100 ft.
65 ft.
Watts Required to Start Motor
600
600
850
975
1300
1900
2500
7 — English
#14 Wire
600 ft. 375 ft.
300 ft. 200 ft.
200 ft. 125 ft.
150 ft. 100 ft.
100 ft. 65 ft.
75 ft.
Capacitor Split Phase
850
850
1050
1350
1800
2600
3300
#16 Wire
250 ft.
125 ft.
100 ft.
50 ft.
1200
2050
2400
2700
3600
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