Quick Setup Guide
5000 Watt* Generator
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improve the product and this document at any time without prior notice and without incurring obligation. *This generator is rated in accordance with CSA (Canadian Standards Association) standard C22.2 No. 100-04 (motors and generators).
Verify Engine Oil Level and Add Fuel
NOTICE Be sure you have attached wheels and support leg prior to this
step.
NOTICE Before starting the engine, check oil level and ensure that
engine is serviced as described in the Operator’s Manual.
Move generator outdoors to a flat, level surface. 1.
NOTICE DO NOT use E85 fuel.
NOTICE DO NOT mix oil with fuel.
The generator engine is shipped from the factory filled with oil. 2.
Before starting the engine, check oil level (
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Replace and fully tighten oil fill cap.3.
Remove fuel cap (4.
), and add clean, fresh, UNLEADED fuel. Leave
room for fuel expansion per instructions located on top of tank.
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Replace fuel cap, and let any spilled fuel evaporate before starting 5.
engine.
Move Generator to
Safe Operating Location
Move generator outdoors to a flat, level surface, in an area that will 1.
not accumulate deadly exhaust gas. DO NOT place generator where
exhaust gas could accumulate and enter inside or be drawn into a
potentially occupied building. Ensure exhaust gas is kept away from
any windows, doors, ventilation intakes, or other openings that can
allow exhaust gas to collect in a confined area. Prevailing winds and
air currents should be taken into consideration when positioning
generator.
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To reduce the risk of exhaust heat or exhaust gases igniting nearby 2.
combustible material, keep at least 5 feet (1.5 m) clearance on all
sides of generator, including overhead.
Start Generator
Make sure unit is on a level surface. Disconnect all electrical loads 1.
from the generator.
Ensure fuel valve (N) is in the ON position. 2.
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Move choke lever (P) to CHOKE position. 3.
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Push rocker switch (R) to ON. 4.
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Pull starter rope handle slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull 5.
rapidly to overcome compression, prevent kickback and start engine.
If engine starts, proceed to step 9. If engine fails to start, proceed to 6.
step 7.
Move choke lever to “Half” choke position, and pull recoil handle 7.
twice. If engine starts, proceed to step 9.
If engine fails to start, repeat step 7.8.
Slowly move choke lever (P) to “Run” position. If engine falters, move 9.
choke lever to “Half” choke position until engine runs smoothly, and
then to “Run” position.
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NOTICE If engine floods, place choke lever in “Run” position and repeat
step 5 until engine starts.
Plug in Items to be Powered
WARNING Damaged or overloaded electrical cords could overheat,
arc, and burn resulting in death, serious injury, and/or
property damage. ONLY use cords rated for your loads.
Follow all safeties on electrical cords. Inspect cord sets before
each use.
Let engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes after starting.1.
Ensure the circuit breaker (S) on the control panel is in the ON 2.
position.
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Connect electrical loads in OFF position, then turn ON for operation.3.
Plug in and turn on the desired 120 (T) and/or 240 (U) Volt AC, 4.
single phase, 60 Hz electrical loads.
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Refer to 5. Do Not Overload Generator section of Operator’s Manual.
Shut Down Generator
Turn OFF and unplug all electrical loads from generator panel 1.
receptacles. NEVER start or stop engine with electrical devices
plugged in and turned ON.
Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to stabilize internal 2.
temperatures of engine and generator.
Push engine rocker switch (R) to “Off” position. 3.
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Move fuel valve (N) to “Off” position. 4.
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To prepare for storage, refer to Operator’s Manual.5.
Exhaust Port
Pointed away
from dwelling
openings
“On”
Position
WARNING Failure to read and follow the operator’s
manual and all operating instructions could
result in death, serious injury, and/or property
damage.
WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely
flammable and explosive which could cause
burns, fire or explosion resulting in death,
serious injury and/or property damage. Turn
generator engine OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes
before removing fuel cap. Let spilled fuel evaporate
before starting engine. Always allow space for fuel
expansion.
WARNING Contact with muffler area could cause
burns resulting in serious injury. DO NOT
touch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases.
WARNING Running engine gives off carbon
monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poison
gas. Breathing carbon monoxide could result
in death, serious injury, nausea or fainting.
Operate this product ONLY outdoors. DO NOT operate
this product inside any building or enclosure, even if
windows and doors are open.
WARNING Generator voltage could cause electrical
shock or burn resulting in death or serious
injury. DO NOT operate under wet conditions
Items Included:
Operator’s Manual (Not Shown)
You Will Need:
• Utility knife • Pliers • Safety glasses • Socket wrench with 13 mm socket • Unleaded fuel
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Unpack Generator
Set the carton on a rigid, flat surface.1.
Remove everything from carton except generator.2.
Open carton completely by cutting each corner from top to bottom. 3.
Ensure you have all included items prior to assembly. If items are 4.
damaged or missing, call 1-877-370-7501.
Leave generator on carton to install the wheels.5.
Attach Wheels
NOTICE: Wheels and support leg must be attached prior to adding any
fuel.
Tip generator so that engine end is up. 1.
Slide axle (A) through both mounting brackets. 2.
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Place a wheel (B) on each side as shown above. 3.
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Place a wheel washer (C) on axle and then place an e-ring (D) in axle 4.
groove.
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CAUTION E-rings could cause eye injury. E-rings could spring
back and become airborne when installing or removing,
resulting in moderate injury. Always wear eye protection
when installing/removing e-rings.
Install e-ring with pliers, squeezing from top of e-ring to bottom of 5.
axle.
Repeat steps 4 and 5 to secure second wheel.6.
Attach Support Leg
Tip generator so that engine side is down. 1.
Line up holes on support leg (E) with holes in generator frame. 2.
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Attach support leg using two short 20 mm bolts (F) and two flange 3.
nuts (G). Tighten with a 13 mm socket and wrench.
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Attach Handle
Attach handles (H) to brackets on generator frame as shown, with 45 1.
mm bolt (I), flat washers (J), nylon washers (K), and M8 lock nuts
(L).
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NOTICE DO NOT overtighten. Handles must be able to move up and
down freely.
Return generator to normal operating position (resting on wheels 2.
and support leg).
Loop pins (M) on generator frame just above handle brackets. 3.
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Raise handles and insert pins to move generator.4.
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