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5) Clean up gasoline spills /splashes immediately.
6) Replace gasoline cap securely before starting engine.
7) Store extra gasoline in a cool, dry place in an UL-approved, tightly sealed
IMPORTANT:
For continuous operation, be prepared to check and refuel the engine on a
regular basis. A tank of gasoline should last about 4 hours under 100%
load, and about 8 hours under 50% load.
Propane (LPG):
Start LPG/NG
supply 1) Make sure the fuel hose is securely connected to the propane tank regulator
(if using)
2) Open the propane tank main valve.
3) Check ¾" NPT gas inlet connection for leaks each time you connect. Use the
Natural Gas:
1) Make sure the gas line is securely connected to the ¾" inlet on the generator
2) Open line valve, if gas line is so equipped.
Operation (cont'd)
generator's tank is not grounded and high velocity flow from the
pump can cause static electricity build-up. Use an approved
portable container to transfer gas to the generator's tank.
•
Never fill the portable gas container while it is sitting inside a
vehicle, trailer, trunk, or pick-up truck bed. ALWAYS place
container on the ground to be filled.
•
Keep nozzle in contact with portable container while filling.
Manually control the flow of gasoline; do NOT use nozzle's
lock-open device.
•
A portable container made of metal or conductive plastic is
preferred because it dissipates charge to ground more readily.
•
If possible, move the generator away from spilled gasoline on the
ground.
•
Wipe up spilled gasoline, and wait 5 minutes for excess gasoline to
evaporate before starting engine.
•
Gasoline soaked rags are flammable and should be disposed of properly.
•
If gasoline is spilled on your skin or clothes, change clothes and wash
skin immediately.
container.
on one end, and the ¾" NPT gas inlet on the generator base on the other end.
leak test method described below.
base.
Check ¾" NPT gas inlet connection for leaks each time you connect. Use the
leak test method described below.
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