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GEN1000 1000 Surge Watts / 900 Running Watts 2-CYCLE PORTABLE GENERATOR INSTRUCTION MANUAL READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. This manual provides important information on proper operation & maintenance. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this manual. These instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur.
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Parts replaced during warranty repairs will be considered as part of the original product and will have the same warranty period as the original product. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary from state to state. GEN1000 1000 Surge Watts/900 Running Watts Portable Generator...
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage. GEN1000 1000 Surge Watts/900 Running Watts Portable Generator...
• Empty the fuel tank before storing or transporting this generator. • Always handle fuel outdoors. • Before transporting, turn the fuel valve to the “OFF” position and disconnect the spark plug. GEN1000 1000 Surge Watts/900 Running Watts Portable Generator...
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Do not use fuel stabilizers with this generator, doing so could cause damage to the generator, or decrease the fuel and operating efficiency of the generator. You may choose to add a fuel conditioner to oxygenate the fuel and to help it run more efficiently. GEN1000 1000 Surge Watts/900 Running Watts Portable Generator...
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In addition to the previously described safety information, familiarize yourself with all safety and hazard placards on this generator. GEN1000 1000 Surge Watts/900 Running Watts Portable Generator...
1) Fuel Tank With Cap 2) Carry Handle 3) Power Outlet 4) Fuel Switch 5) Choke Lever 6) Restart 7) On/Off Switch 8) Hand Start 9) Control Panel 10) Air Filter Cover 11) Grounding Terminal GEN1000 1000 Surge Watts/900 Running Watts Portable Generator...
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• Always allow several minutes for the engine to cool before refueling. • Do not overfill the fuel tank. Check for fuel spills and immediately wipe them up. Spilled fuel is a fire hazard and causes environmental damage. GEN1000 1000 Surge Watts/900 Running Watts Portable Generator...
The choke is used to provide an enriched fuel mixture when starting a cold engine. It can be opened and closed by operating the choke rod manually. Pull the rod out toward CLOSED to enrich the mixture for cold starting GEN1000 1000 Surge Watts/900 Running Watts Portable Generator...
Electrical devices running on AC current may be connected according to their wattage requirements. The rated (running) and surge wattage for this Model GEN1000 1000 Surge Watts / 900 Running Watts Portable Generator is 900 and 1,000 respectively. Model GEN1000 Rated (Running) Wattage...
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#14 wire #16 wire Figure 6 - 1000 NR = Not Maximum 1200 Recommended. Extension 1800 Cord 1200 2400 Lengths by 1800 3600 Power 2400 4800 Requirement 3000 6000 3600 7200 4800 9600 GEN1000 1000 Surge Watts/900 Running Watts Portable Generator...
2. Unscrew the spark plug from this generator by using the included spark plug wrench. 3. Inspect the spark plug. If it is cracked and/or chipped, install a new spark plug. A F5TC spark plug, such as NGK , is recommended. BP5ES GEN1000 1000 Surge Watts/900 Running Watts Portable Generator...
Empty the fuel tank. (See “Emptying the Fuel Tank” in the “Maintenance/Care” section.) 1 year or more Empty the fuel tank. (See “Emptying the Fuel Tank” in the “Maintenance/Care” section.) Disconnect the spark plug. GEN1000 1000 Surge Watts/900 Running Watts Portable Generator...
Disconnect any faulty or short-circuited electrical loads. Air filter is dirty. Clean or replace air filter. Do not secure the generator with a chain or rope, which would prevent it from being moved in an emergency. GEN1000 1000 Surge Watts/900 Running Watts Portable Generator...
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GEN1000 PARTS DIAGRAM GEN1000 PARTS LIST GEN1000 1000 Surge Watts/900 Running Watts Portable Generator...
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