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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
General Safety Information
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
The cables on this
product may contain
chemicals, including lead, known to
the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.
The engine exhaust
from this product
contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
This product, when
used for welding,
produces fumes or gases which contain
chemicals known to the State of
California to cause birth defects (or
other reproductive harm) and, in some
cases, cancer (California Health & Safety
Code Section 25249.5 et seq.)
You can
create dust when you cut,
sand, drill or grind materials
such as wood, paint, metal,
concrete, cement, or other masonry. This
dust often contains chemicals known
to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm. Wear protective
gear.
EMISSIONS
Engines that are
certifi ed to comply
with U.S. EPA emission regulations for
SORE (Small Off Road Equipment), are
certifi ed to operate on regular unleaded
gasoline, and may include the following
emission control systems: (EM) Engine
Modifi cations and (TWC) Three-Way
Catalyst (if so equipped).
Using a generator
indoors CAN KILL
YOU IN MINUTES. Generator exhaust
contains carbon monoxide. This is a
poison you cannot see or smell.
• NEVER use inside a house or
garage, EVEN IF doors and windows
are open.
• Only use OUTSIDE and far away
from windows, doors and vents.
GENERAL SAFETY
• Before starting or
servicing any welder /
generator, read
and understand all
instructions. Failure to follow safety
precautions or instructions can
cause equipment damage and or
serious personal injury or death.
Engine instructions for these units
are contained in a separate manual.
Retain all manuals for future
reference.
Never
operate
this welder / generator in
an explosive or flammable
atmosphere or poorly
ventilated area.
• Never use this welder / generator
for any application other than that
specified by the manufacturer.
Never operate this welder /
generator under conditions not
approved by the manufacturer.
Never attempt to modify this
welder / generator to perform in
any manner not intended by the
manufacturer.
• For maintenance and repairs,
use only products and parts
recommended by the manufacturer.
• Be sure that the welder / generator
is properly grounded to an external
ground path prior to operation.
Refer to the section entitled
"Grounding Instructions" for proper
grounding procedures.
• Be sure that the welder / generator
is operated only by persons who
have read and understand these
instructions.
• Be sure that the welder / generator
is placed on a flat level surface
prior to and during operation. The
welder / generator must not slide or
shift during operation.
• Keep all persons away from
the welder / generator during
operation.
• Do not allow persons wearing
loose clothing or jewelry to start
or operate the welder / generator.
Loose clothing or jewelry may
become entangled in moving
components, causing equipment
damage and or personal injury.
• Keep all persons away from parts
that move or become hot during
operation.
• Be sure all powered devices are shut
off prior to connecting them to the
welder / generator.
• Keep the welder / generator clean
and well maintained at all times.
• Be sure that all tools and appliances
are in good repair and are properly
grounded. Use devices that have
three prong power cords. If an
extension cord is used, be sure
that it has three prongs for proper
grounding.
Do not operate this
welder / generator
on wet surfaces or in the rain.
Shut off the engine
and disconnect the
spark plug wire before performing any
service or maintenance to the unit.
• Use only unleaded fuel. Do not refill
the fuel tank while the engine is
running. Use precautions to prevent
fuel spillage during refills. Be sure
the fuel tank cap is securely in place
before starting the engine. Clean up
any spilled fuel before starting the
engine. Allow engine to cool for at
least two minutes before refueling.
Do not add fuel while smoking or
if unit is near any sparks or open
flames. Do not overfill tank - allow
room for fuel to expand. Always
keep nozzle in contact with tank
during fueling.
• This welder / generator may be used
for emergency stand-by service.
In such cases, a manual transfer
switch must be installed between
the electric utilities meter and the
electrical distribution box. This
switch should be installed by a
licensed electrician.
Never mix oil with
gasoline for this
engine. This is a four cycle engine
designed to run on pure gasoline. Oil
is used for engine lubrication purposes
only.
MANUAL