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Before using this product, read this

manual and follow all Safety Rules

and Operating instructions.

This generator is rated andcertified to be compliant with CSA(Canadian Standards Association) standard 022.2 No. 100-04 (motors and generators).

Les caract_ristiques nominales et la certification de cette g_n(iratrice sont conformes _ la norme 022.2 No. 100-04 (moteurs et g_n(iratrices) de I'ACNOR(Association canadienne de normalisation).

Sears Canada, Jnc. visit our Craftsman wehsite: www.sears.ca

PartNo.208859GSDraftB (06/23/2009)

Avant d'utiiiser ce produit, veuiliez lire ie

manuel et suivre toutes les directives

relatives _.la s6curit6 et _.rutilisation.

AVERTISSEMENT

. Maintenance ,, Parts

,, Fran_ais,p. 38

WARRANTY................................... 2-3

SAFETYRULES................................. 4-6

FEATURESAND CONTROLS........................ 7

ASSEMBLY................................... 8-10

OPERATION................................. 11-15

SPECIFICATIONS................................ 16

MAINTENANCE............................... 17-20

STORAGE...................................... 21

TROUBLESHOOTING............................. 22

NOTES........................................ 23

SCHEMATIC/WIRINGDIAGRAM.................. 24-25

REPLACEMENTPARTS......................... 26-35

EMISSIONSSYSTEMWARRANTY................ 36-37

FRANOAiS................................... 38-63

HOWTOORDERPARTS................... BACKPAGE

CRAFTSMANLiMiTEDWARRANTY

General:Craftsmanproducts arewarranted to befree from defects in materials or workmanship for aspecific time period as set-out below (the "Warranty Period"). Warranties extend to the original purchaser of a Craftsman product only. Purchases

madethrough an online auction or through anywebsite other than www.sears.ca areexcluded. The relevantWarranty Period commenceson the original date of purchase.Within this period, Sears Canada,Inc.will, at its sole option, repair or replace

any products or componentswhich fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacementwill be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor, provided that the customer shall be responsible for anytransportation cost.

Exclusions:This warranty does not coverfailures due to normal wear,abuse, misuse,neglect (including but not limited to the use of stale fuel, dirt, abrasives, moisture, rust, corrosion, or any adversereaction due to improper storageor use habits), improper maintenanceor failure to follow maintenanceguidelinesand/or instructions, failure to operatethe product in accordancewith the owner's manual or any additional instructions or information provided at the time of purchaseor in subsequentcommunications with the original purchaser, accidentor unauthorizedalterationsor repairsmade or attempted by others. Also excludedfrom warranty coverage- exceptas provided below - arethe following: maintenance,adjustments, components subject to wear including but not limited to: cosmetic components, belts, blades, bladeadapters, bulbs, tires, filters, guide bars, lubricants, seats,grips, recoil assembly's, saw chains and bars, trimmer lines and spools, spark plugs, starter ropers andtines, and discoloration resulting from ultraviolet light. Any product missing the model and/or serial number identification labelwill be disqualified from coverageunder this warranty.

Repairs: Repairsconducted within the Warranty Periodwill be warranted until the end of the original Warranty Period.

Disclaimers:THEWARRANTIESAND REMEDIESCONTAINEDHEREINAREEXCLUSIVEAND iN LiEU OFALL OTHER WARRANTIES,WHETHERORALORWRITTEN(OTHERTHANAS STATEDHEREIN),ANDWHETHEREXPRESS,IMPLIEDOR

STATUTORY,INCLUDINGBUTNOTLIMITED TO ANY.THIS WARRANTYGIVESYOUSPECIFICLEGALRIGHTS,WHICH MAY VARYFROMPROVINCETO PROVINCE.

IN NO EVENTSHALLSEARSBELIABLEFORANYiNCiDENTAL,SPECIAL,iNDiRECTOR CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES, WHETHERRESULTINGFROMTHEUSE,MISUSEORINABILITYTO USETHE PRODUCTOR FROMDEFECTSIN THE

PRODUCT. THEEXCLUSIONSIN THIS PARAGRAPHSHALLNOTAPPLYIN JURISDiCATIONSWHEREAPPLICABLELAW DOESNOTALLOW FORTHE EXCLUSIONOF iNCIDENTALORCONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES. IN SUCHJURISDICTIONS,THIS

PARAGRAPHSHALLNOTAPPLY,BUTTHE REMAININGPROVISIONSOFTHIS DOCUMENTSHALLREMAINVALID.

Searsretains the exclusive right to repairor replacethe product or offer a full refund of the purchaseprice at its sole discretion. SUCH REMEDYSHALL BEYOURSOLEAND EXCLUSIVEREMEDYFORANYBREACHOFWARRANTY.

@2009

CustomerResponsibilities:inadditionaltocomplyingwithallsuggestedmaintenanceguidelinesandinstructions,customers'

obligations shall include but shall not be limited to: operating the product in accordancewith the owner's manual or any additional instructions or information provided at the time of purchaseor insubsequent communications to the purchaser

from time to time, exhibit reasonablecarein the use, operation, maintenance,general upkeepand storage of the product. Failureto comply with these requirementswill void anyapplicable warranty.

List of Applicable Warranty Periods: Thefollowing list contains the applicable Warranty Periodfor your Craftsman product and is based on acombination of the typeof product or component and the intendedand actual use of the product or component:

1. 98 days: Craftsman products intended for useor actually used for commercial, institutional, professional or income- producing purposes

2. 2years: Craftsmanriding lawn mowers, yard and garden tractors, walk behind mowers, tillers, brush cutters, snow blowers, handheld blowers, backpackblowers, hedge trimmers, portable generatorsand electrical products for noncommercial, nonprofessional, non-institutional, or non-income-producing use,exceptfor those components which are part of engine systems manufactured by third party enginemanufacturers for which the purchase has receivedan separatewarranty with product information supplied at the time of purchase.

3. 1year: Craftsman pressurewashers, power cutters, stump grinders, pole pruners, gas chain saws, electric chain saws, trimmer attachments, baggers and pole sawsfor noncommercial, nonprofessional, non-institutional, or non-income- producing use.

4. 90 days: All defective batteries,which will be replaced during this 90-dayWarranty Period.

5. 60 days: Additional Warranty Periodof 60 days will applyto adjustments and worn products or components BUT DOES NOTiNCLUDEWEAROR ADJUSTMENTSfor products usedfor commercial, institutional, professional or income- producing purposes. Wear items include but are not limited to: belts, blades,tires, spark plugs, air filters, chains, shear bolts, skid plates,scraper bars, drift cutters, ropes,tines, collection bags and pulleys.

Service Type: Craftsman product is either Carry-in/Shop serviceor At Homeservice. Thefollowing list identifies the service by product type.

ShopService: Craftsmanwalk behind mowers, tillers, brush cutters, handheld blowers, backpackblowers, hedgetrimmers, power

cutters, stump grinders, pole pruners, gas chain saws, electric chain saws, trimmer attachments, baggersand pole saws

AtHomeService: Craftsman riding lawn mowers, yard and garden tractors and snow blowers

Asthe Warranty Period runs from the dateof purchaseand NOTfrom the date that a product is delivered,opened, assembled or first used, pleaseensure during this time period that your product or component has been assembledand tested for correction operation regardlessof whenyou intend to actually useit. Claims madeafter the Warranty Periodhasexpiredwill

not be honored.

Proofof Purchase/Documentation:Warranty coverage is conditioned upon the original purchaser furnishing Sears Canadaor its authorized third party service provider if applicable,with the original sales receiptor other adequatewritten proof of the original purchase dateand identification of the product, in the event that the original purchaser is unableto provide a company of the original sales receipt, Sears Canadainc. reservesthe right to determine in its sole discretion what other written proof of the original purchasedate and identification of the product is acceptable.

SEARSCANADAINC., TORONTO,ONTARIO,CANADA IViSB2C3

Read this manual carefullyand becomefamiliar

_ with your generator. Knowits appJicati0ns, its

limitati0ns, and any hazardsinv01ved.

important Safety information

The manufacturer cannot possibly anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a hazard.Thewarnings in this manual,and the tags and decals affixed to the unit are, therefore, not all-inclusive. Ifyou usea procedure, work method or operating technique that the manufacturerdoes not specifically recommend, you must satisfy yourself that it is safe for you and others. You must also make surethat the procedure, work method or operating technique that you choose does not renderthe generator unsafe.

SafetySymbolsandMeanings

ToxicFumes HazardousChemical ElectricalShock

Fire

Explosion Operator'sManual

A. DANGER Contents are harmful or fatal if swallowed.

Avoid contact to eyes,skin or clothing.DONOTtake internally. Avoid breathing the mist or vapor. Overexposureto eyes

or skin can cause irritation. Keepstabilizer out of the

reachof children.

Fuelstabilizer is a hazardous chemical.**

* FreshStart®fuelcapisdesignedto holda cartridgewhich

containsfuelstabilizer.

* If SWALLOWED,call physician immediately. DONOTinduce

vomiting. If inhaled, removeto fresh air. In case of eyeor skin contact, flush with waterfor 15 minutes.

* Storeunopened cartridges in a cool, dry, well ventilated area.

Keepopen cartridge in fuel cap, andfuel capclosed on fuel tank when not in use.

* In the caseof an emergency,contact a physician immediately

andcall 1-800-424-9300 for material safety information.

**Fuel stabilizer contains: 2,6-di-tret-butylphenol (128-39-2) and aliphatic petroleum

distillate (64742-47-8).

Using a generator indoors CAN KiLL YOU IN MINUTES, Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide, This is

a poison you cannot see or smell.

MovingParts FlyingObjects HotSurface

Kickback

,_. Thesafety alertsymbol indicatesa potential personal

injury hazard.A signalword (DANGER,WARNING,or CAUTION)is used with the alert symbol to designatea degreeor levelof hazardseriousness.A safetysymbol may be used to representthe type of hazard.Thesignal word NOTICEis used to addresspracticesnot relatedto personal injury. _k BANGERindicatesa hazardwhich, if not avoided, will

result in death or serious injury. _k WARNINGindicatesa hazardwhich, if not avoided, could

result in death or serious injury. _k CAUTIONindicatesa hazardwhich, if not avoided, could

result in minor or moderate injury. NOTICEaddress practices not relatedto personal injury.

V V

NEVERuse insidea home

or garage,EVENJFdoors andwindows areopen.

Only use OUTSIDE and far away from windows,

doors, and vents,

A. WARNING Runningengine givesoff carbon

_ onoxide, an odorless, colorless, poison gas.

Breathingcarbon monoxide can causeheadache,

fatigue, dizziness,vomiting, confusion, seizures,

nausea,fainting or death.

• OperategeneratorONLYoutdoors.

• Installa batteryoperatedcarbonmonoxidealarmnearthe

bedrooms.

Keepexhaustgas from entering a confined areathrough windows, doors, ventilation intakes,or other openings.

DO NOTstart or run engineindoors or in an enclosedarea, (even if windows and doors are open), including the generator compartment ofa recreationalvehicle (RV).

A. WARNING Theengine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the Stateof California to

cause cancer, birth defects,or other reproductive harm.

A. WARNING Certaincomponents in this product and

relatedaccessories contain chemicals known to the State

of Californiato causecancer,birth defectsor other

reproductiveharm. Wash handsafter handling.

A. WARNING Generator produces hazardous voltage.

'_,||h Failure to isolate generator from power utility can

result in death or injury to electric utility workers

due to backfeed of electrical energy.

• When using generator for backup power, notify utility company. Use approvedtransfer equipment to isolategenerator from electric utility.

• Use aground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)in any damp or highly conductive area,such as metal deckingor steel work.

• DO NOTtouch bare wires or receptacles.

• DO NOTuse generatorwith electrical cords which are worn,

frayed, bareor otherwise damaged.

• DO NOToperate generator inthe rain or wet weather.

• DO NOThandle generator or electrical cords while standing in water, while barefoot,or while hands or feet are wet.

• DO NOTallow unqualified persons or children to operateor servicegenerator.

A. WARNING Starter cord kickback(rapid retraction)can

result in bodily injury. Kickbackwill pull hand and

,_arm toward enginefaster thanyou can let go.

Broken bones,fractures, bruises, or sprains

could result.

• Whenstartingengine,pullcordslowlyuntil resistanceisfelt andthenpullrapidlytoavoidkickback.

• NEVERstartorstopenginewith electricaldevicespluggedin andturnedon.

A. WARNING Contact with muffler area can result in

serious burns.

_ _ Exhaust heat/gases can ignite

fuel tank causing a fire.

• DO NOTtouch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases.

• Allow equipmentto cool beforetouching.

• Keepat least5 feet (152 cm) of clearanceon all sidesof generator including overhead.

• It isa violation of California Public Resource Code,Section 4442, to useor operatethe engine on anyforest-covered,

brush-covered,or grass-covered land unless the exhaust system is equippedwith aspark arrester,as defined in Section

4442, maintained in effectiveworking order. Otherstates or

federal jurisdictions may havesimilar laws.

Contactthe original equipment manufacturer, retailer, or dealer

to obtain a sparkarrester designedfor the exhaustsystem

installedon this engine.

• Replacementparts must bethe sameand installed in the same position as the original parts.

combustibles, structures or damage

A. WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely

flammable and explosive.

Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.

WHENADDINGOR DRAININGFUEL

• Turn generator OFFand let it coolat least2 minutes before removing fuel cap. Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in

tank.

• Fill or drain fuel tank outdoors.

• DONOToverfill tank. Allow spacefor fuel expansion.

• Iffuel spills, wait until it evaporatesbefore starting engine.

• Keepfuel awayfrom sparks, open flames, pilot lights,heat, and

other ignition sources.

• DONOTlight a cigaretteor smoke.

WHENSTARTINGEQUIPMENT

• Ensurespark plug, muffler, fuel cap,and air cleanerare in place.

• DO NOTcrank enginewith spark plug removed.

WHENOPERATINGEQUIPMENT

• DONOTtip engine or equipment at angle which causes fuel to spill.

• This generator is not for use in mobile equipment or marine applications.

WHENTRANSPORTING,MOVING OR REPAIRINGEQUIPMENT

• Transport/move/repair with fuel tank EMPTYor with fuel shutoff valveOFF.

• DONOTtip engine or equipment at angle which causes fuel to spill.

• Disconnect spark plug wire.

WHENSTORINGFUELOR EQUIPMENTWITH FUELiN TANK

• Store awayfrom furnaces, stoves,water heaters,clothes dryers, or other appliancesthat havepilot light or other ignition

source becausethey can ignitefuel vapors.

Ak WARNING

This generator does not meet U. S. CoastGuard Regulation 33CFR-183and should not be used on marine applications.

Failureto usethe appropriate U. S.CoastGuard approved generator could result in deathor serious injury and/or property damage.

_i, WARNING Unintentional sparking can result in fire or

_ electric shock.

WHENADJUSTINGOR MAKINGREPAIRSTO YOURGENERATOR

• Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

WHENTESTINGFORENGINESPARK

• Use approvedspark plug tester.

• DO NOTcheckfor spark with spark plug removed.

A, WARNING Starter and other rotating parts can

NOTICE Exceeding generators wattage/amperage capacity can damage generator and/or electrical devices connected to

it.

= DONOTexceedthe generator'swattage/amperage capacity.See

Don't OverloadGeneratorin the Operationsection.

= Start generator and let engine stabilizebefore connecting electrical

loads.

= Connectelectricalloads in OFFposition, then turn ONfor

operation.

= Turn electrical loads OFFand disconnectfrom generatorbefore

stopping generator.

entangle hands, hair, clothing, or accessories.

, NEVERoperategenerator without protective housing or covers. * DO NOTwear looseclothing, jewelry or anything that may be

caught in the starter or other rotating parts.

* Tie up longhair and removejewelry.

_i, CAUTION Excessively high operating speeds increase risk of injury and damage to generator.

Excessively low speeds impose a heavy load.

• DO NOTtamper with governed speed.Generatorsupplies

correct rated frequency andvoltage when running at governed speed.

• DO NOTmodify generator inany way.

NOTICE improper treatment of generator can damage it and shorten its life.

= Usegenerator only for intended uses. = If you have questionsabout intended use,ask dealer or contact

Sears.

= Operategenerator only on level surfaces.

• DONOT exposegeneratorto excessivemoisture, dust, dirt, or corrosivevapors.

• DONOT insert any objectsthrough cooling slots.

• If connected devices overheat,turn them offand disconnect them

from generator.

• Shutoff generator if:

-electrical output is lost;

-equipment sparks, smokes, or emits flames;

-unit vibrates excessively.

• This equipment is designedto be usedwith Searsauthorized parts ONLY. If equipment is used with parts that DONOT comply

with minimum specifications, user assumes all risks and

liabilities.

KHOWYOURGEHERATOR

Readthe Operator's Manual and safety rulesbefore operating yourgenerator.

Comparethe illustrations with your generator to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and

adjustments. Savethis manualfor future reference.

A - Spark Arrester Muffler -- Exhaustmuffler lowers engine

noiseand is equippedwith aspark arrester screen.

B - FuelTank -- Capacityof five (5) U.S.gallons. C- StatStationTM -- Displaysthe electrical load on generator

basedon output frequency. It also hasa built in maintenancereminder.

D - 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, DuplexReceptacles -- May be

usedto supply electrical power for the operation of 120 Volt AC,20 Amp, single phase,60 Hzelectrical, lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads.

E - 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp LockingReceptacle -- May be

usedto supply electrical powerfor the operation of 120 and/or 240Volt AC,30 Amp, single phase,60 Hz

electrical, lighting, appliance,tool andmotor loads.

F- Oil Fill Cap-- Checkand add engine oil here.Seepage

18 for oil recommendations and filling instructions.

G- DoublePole Circuit Breaker(AC)-- Adouble pole

circuit breakeris provided to protect all the receptacles and generator against electrical overload.

H- GroundingFastener -- Consultyour local agencyhaving

jurisdiction for grounding requirementsin your area.

J - Identification Label-- Provides model, revision and

serial number of generator. Pleasehavethese readily availablewhen calling for assistance.

14:- Air Cleaner -- Protects engine by filtering dust and

debris out of intake air. L - Choke Lever- Usedwhen starting a cold engine. M- Fuel Valve-- Usedto turn fuel supply on and off to

engine.

N- Recoil Starter -- Usedto start the engine. P - On/OffSwitch -- Setthis switch to "On" before using

recoil starter. Set switch to "Off"to switch off engine.

YourCraftsmangeneratorrequiressomeassemblyandis

readyforuseonlyafterit hasbeenproperlyservicedwiththe recommendedoilandfuel.

Ifyou have any problemswith the assembly of your

generator, please call the generator heJpJineat 1=800-222-3136.

Unpackingthe Generator

1. Set the carton on a rigid fiat surface.

2. Removeeverything from carton except generator.

3. Opencarton completely by cutting eachcorner from top to bottom.

4. Leavegenerator on carton to install wheel kit.

CartonContents

Checkall contents against those listed below:

• M/ainunit

• Engineoil

• Operator's manual

• Wheel kit

• Adapter cord set

If any parts are missing or damaged,call the generator

helpline at 1-800-222-3136.

Install Wheel Kit

NOTICE Wheelkit is not intendedfor over-the-road use. DO NOTtow this unit with amotorized vehicle.

You will needthe following tools to installthese components:

• 13mm wrenches

• Socket wrench with a 13ram socket

• Pliers

• Safety glasses

Installthe WheelKitas Follows:

NOTICE installing the wheelkit must be completedprior to adding any oil or fuel.

1. Tip generator so that engineend is up.

2. Slideaxle (B) through both mounting brackets.

3. Placea wheel (C) on each sideas shown in A.

4. Placea washer (D) on axle and then placean e-ring (E) in axle groove.

_k CAUTION E-rings can causeeye injury.

E-rings can spring back and becomeairborne when installing or removing.

• Alwaysweareyeprotectionwheninstalling/removinge-rings.

Install e-ring with pliers, squeezingfrom top of e-ring to

bottom of axle.

6. Repeatstep 4 and 5 to secure secondwheel.

7. Tip generator so that engineside is down.

8. Line up holesin support leg (F) with holes in generator frame.

Attachsupport leg using2 capscrews(iVl8x 16 mm) (G) and 2 hexnuts (N).Tightenwith a 13mm socketwrench

and 13ram wrench.

10.

Return generator to normal operating position (resting

on wheels and support leg).

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BEFORESTARTIHGTHEGEHERATOR

AddEngine0il

1. Placegenerator on a fiat, levelsurface.

2. Cleanarea aroundoil fill and remove yellow oil fill cap.

3. Usingoil funnel (optional), slowly pour contents of provided oil bottle intooil fill opening.

NOTICE improper treatment of generator can damage it and shorten its life.

• DO NOTattempt to crank or start the engine before it has been

properly serviced with the recommended oil.This may result in an enginefailure.

4. Replaceoil fill cap andfully tighten.

Add Fuel

FueJmustmeet these requirements: * Clean,fresh, unleaded gasoline. * A minimum of 87 octane/87 AKI (91 RON).High altitude

use, see High Altitude.

* Gasolinewith up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up to 15%

MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) is acceptable.

_i, WARNING Fueland its vapors are extremely

flammable and explosive.

Fireor explosion can causesevere burns or death.

WHEN ADDING FUEL

• Turn generator OFFand let it cool at least2 minutes before removing fuel cap. Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in

tank.

• Fill fuel tank outdoors.

• DONOToverfill tank. Allow spacefor fuel expansion.

• Iffuel spills, wait until it evaporatesbefore starting engine.

• Keepfuel awayfrom sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat,and

other ignition sources.

• DONOTlight a cigaretteor smoke.

Cleanareaaround fuel fill cap, removecap.

Slowly add regular unleadedfuel (A) to fuel tank (B). Be

careful not to overfill. Allow at least1.5" of tank space (C)for fuel expansion,asshown here.

NOTICE Avoid generatordamage. Failureto follow Operator's Manual for fuel recommendations voids warranty.

• DONOTuseunapprovedgasolinesuchasE85.

• DONOTmixoil in gasoline.

• DONOTmodifyengineto runonalternatefuels.

To protect the fuel system from gum formation, mix in a fuel stabilizerwhen adding fuel. SeeStorage.All fuel is not the same. if you experiencestarting or performanceproblems after using fuel, switch to a different fuel provider or change brands. This engine is certified to operateon gasoline. The emission control system for this engine is EM (Engine Modifications).

3. install fuel cap and wait for any spilledfuel to evaporate. CA|JTION!Alcohol-blendedfuels (called gasohol, ethanol or

methanol) can attract moisture, which leadsto separationand formation of acidsduring storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an enginewhile in storage.

To avoid engine performance issues, the fuel system should

betreated with afuel preserveror emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. To protect the fuel system from gum formation, use Briggs & Stratton FRESHSTART®fuel stabilizer plus, or FRESHSTARTcontinuous fuel preserver

(concentrated liquid cartridge), if fuel preserver is not used, drain the fuel tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel

lines and carburetor are empty. Usefresh fuel nextseason. See Storage for additional information.

NEVERuse engine or carburetor cleaner products inthe fuel tank as permanent damagemay occur.

FreshStartFuelCap Adding fuel preserverhelps keepfuel fresh and carburetors

cleanfor easierstarting, all season long. This new fuel cap automatically drips concentratedfuel preserverinto your fuel

tank.

A. DANGER Contents are harmful or fatal if swallowed.

3. Removetab to expose membrane.

Avoid contact to eyes,skin or clothing.DONOTtake Avoid

internally. breathing

the mist or vapor. Overexposureto eyes

or skin can causeirritation. Keepstabilizer out of the reachof children.

Fuelstabilizer is a hazardouschemical.**

• If SWALLOWED,call physicianimmediately.

• Inthecaseofanemergency,contacta physicianimmediately andcall1-800-424-9300for materialsafetyinformation.

• *Fuel stabilizer contains: 2,6-di-tret-butylphenol (128-39-2) and aliphatic petroleum distillate (64742-47-8).

1. Placecartridge into fuel cap.

2. Push to "snap" cartridge into place.

NOTICE DONOT removethe silver foil seal on the opposite sideof the cartridge.

4. Reinstallfuel cap on fuel tank.

Periodically check the cartridge to ensure there is still

fuel stabilizer inside. If it is empty, removecartridge and

replace.

HighAltitude

At altitudes over 5,000 feet (1524 meters),a minimum

85 octane / 85 AKi (89 RON)gasoline is acceptable.To remainemissions compliant, high altitude adjustment is required. Operationwithout this adjustment wiii cause decreasedperformance, increasedfuel consumption, and increasedemissions. Seea qualified Sears dealerfor high altitude adjustment information. Operationof the engine at altitudes below 2,500 feet (762 meters) with the high altitude

kit is not recommended.

HOWTOUSEYOURGENERATOR

If you haveany problems operating your generatorafter reading the manual, pleasecall the generator helpline at

1-800-222-3136.

SystemGround

Thegenerator hasa system ground that connects the generatorframe components to the ground terminals onthe ACoutput receptacles.Thesystem ground is connected to the ACneutral wire (the neutral is bonded to the generator frame).

SpecialRequirements Theremay be Federalor State OccupationalSafety and

Health Administration (OSHA)regulations, local codes, or ordinances that applyto the intended use of the generator. Pleaseconsult aqualified electrician, electrical inspector, or the local agency having jurisdiction.

• In some areas,generators are required to be registered with local utility companies.

• If the generator is usedat a construction site, there may be additional regulationswhich must be observed.

Connecting to a Building's Electrical System

Connectionsfor standby power to abuiiding's electrical system must be made bya qualified electrician. The

connection must isolate the generator power from utility power, and must comply with all applicable lawsand electrical codes.

_i, WARNING Generatorproduces hazardousvoltage.

"_,llh Failureto isolategeneratorfrom power utility can

result in death or injury to electric utility workers

due to backfeedof electrical energy.

= Whenusinggeneratorfor backuppower,notifyutility company.

Useapprovedtransferequipmentto isolategeneratorfrom electricutility.

= Useagroundfaultcircuitinterrupter(GFCI)in anydampor

highlyconductivearea,suchasmetaldeckingor steelwork.

= DONOTtouchbarewiresor receptacles.

• DONOTusegeneratorwithelectricalcordswhichareworn, frayed,bareorotherwisedamaged.

= DONOToperategeneratorintherainorwetweather.

• DONOThandlegeneratoror electricalcordswhilestandingin

water,whilebarefoot,or whilehandsorfeetarewet.

= DONOTallowunqualifiedpersonsor childrento operateorser-

vicegenerator.

Generator Location

GeneratorClearance

_i, WARNING Exhaustheat/gases can ignite

combustibles, structures or damagefuel tank causing a fire.

= Keepat least5 ft. (152 cm) clearanceon all sides of generator

including overhead.

Placegenerator outdoors in an areathat wiii not accumulate deadlyexhaustgas. DONOTplace generator where exhaust gas(A) could accumulateand enter inside or be drawn into a potentially occupied building. Ensureexhaust gas is kept awayfrom anywindows, doors, ventilation intakes, or other openingsthat can allow exhaust gas to collect in a confined area.Prevailingwinds and air currents should be taken into considerationwhen positioning generator.

Using a generator indoors CAN KiLL YOU IN MINUTES,

Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide, This is a poison you cannot see or smell,

V V

NEVERuse insidea home

or garage,EVENiF doors

and windows areopen.

Only use OUTSIDEand far away from windows,

doors, and vents,

To Start The Engine

Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. NEVER start or stop enginewith electrical devicesplugged in and

turned ON.Follow start instruction steps in numerical order:

1. Makesure unit is on a levelsurface. NOTICE Failureto start and operate unit on a levelsurface

will causethe unit not to start or shut down during operation.

2. Turn redfuel valveto "On" position.

3. Placechoke lever in "Choke" position.

Set On/Offswitch to "On" position.

_i, WARNING Contact with muffler area can result in

serious burns.

_ Exhaust heat/gases can ignite

combustibles, structures or damage

fuel tank causing a fire.

• DO NOTtouch hot parts and AVOIDhot exhaust gases.

• Allow equipment to cool before touching.

• Keep at least5 feet (152 cm) of clearanceon all sides of generator including overhead.

• It is a violation of California Public ResourceCode, Section 4442, to useor operate the engine on any forest-covered,

brush-covered, or grass-covered land unlessthe exhaust system is equippedwith a spark arrester,as defined in Section

4442, maintained in effective working order. Otherstates or federaljurisdictions may havesimilar laws.

Contactthe original equipment manufacturer, retailer, or dealer to obtain a sparkarrester designedfor the exhaustsystem installed onthis engine.

• Replacementparts must bethe same and installed in the same position asthe original parts.

Connectin9 Electrical Loads

1. Let enginestabilize and warm up for a few minutes after starting.

2. Ensurecircuit breaker on control panel is in "On" position.

On/Off Switch is shown in On position

Grasp recoil handleand pull slowly until slight resistance

_i, WARNING Starter cord kickback(rapid retraction) can

result in bodily injury. Kickbackwill pull hand and

,_arm toward enginefaster thanyou can let go.

Broken bones,fractures, bruises, or sprains

could result.

• Whenstartingengine,pullcordslowlyuntil resistanceisfelt andthenpullrapidlytoavoidkickback.

• NEVERstartor stopenginewith electricaldevicespluggedin andturnedon.

is felt. Then pull rapidlyto start engine.

NOT/CE if engine floods, placechoke lever in "Run" position and crank until engine starts.

6. Movechoke leverto "Run" position a short distance at a time over severalseconds in warm weather or minutes

in cold weather. Let engine run smoothly before each change. Operatewith choke in "Run" position.

NOTICE if engine starts after 3 pulls but fails to run, or if unit shuts down during operation, makesure unit is on a levelsurface and check for proper oil levelin crankcase.This unit may be equipped with alow oil protection device. If so, oil must beat proper levelfor engine to start.

3. Plug in and turn on the desired 120 and/or 240 Volt AC, single phase,60 Hz electrical loads.

NOT/CE When plugging into the 120Volt receptacles, plug items to be poweredin sequenceas shown below.

NOT/CE

* DONOTconnect240 Volt loads to the 120Volt duplex

receptacles.

* DONOTconnect3-phase loads to the generator. * DONOTconnect50 Hzloads to the generator.

* DONOTOVERLOADTHEGENERATOR.See Don't

OverloadGenerator.

NOTICE Exceeding generators wattage/amperage capacity can damage generator and/or electrical devices connected to

it.

• DO NOTexceedthe generator's wattage/amperagecapacity. See Don't OverloadGeneratorin the Operationsection.

• Start generator and let engine stabilize beforeconnecting electrical loads.

• Connectelectrical loads in OFFposition, thenturn ONfor operation.

• Turn electrical loads OFFand disconnectfrom generatorbefore stopping generator.

Stopping the Engine

1. Turn off and unplug all electrical loads from unit. NEVER

start or stop enginewith electrical devicesplugged in and turned on.

Let engine run at no-load for two minutes to stabilize unit's internaltemperatures.

Move On/Off switch to "Off" position.

,_WARNING

Backfire,fire or engine damagecould

occur.

DONOTstopenginebymovingchokecontrolto "Choke"

position(1"_1).

WarmWeather Operation

This generator engine is equippedwith WeatherGuard,an

innovativefeatureto prevent carburetor icing in cold weather conditions. WeatherGuardhas beenengineeredto operate in all weather conditions. However,product performance can be increasedwhen operatingthe generatorsolely in warm

weather by removingtheWeatherGuardshield (A).

Removethe two nuts (B) and loosenthefastener (C) as shown. Storeshield and fastenersfor future cold weather

operation.

4. Movefuel valve to "Off" position.

CORDSETSANDRECEPTACLES

Use only high quality, well-insulated, grounded extension cords with the generator's 120 Volt electrical receptacles. Inspect extension cords before each use.

Checkthe ratings of all extensioncords beforeyou use them. Extensioncord sets usedshould beratedfor 125 Volt AC

loads at 20 Amps or greater for most electrical devices. Somedevices, however, may not require this type of

extension cord. Checkthe operator's manuals of those devicesfor the manufacturer's recommendations.

Keepextension cords asshort aspossible, preferably less than 15 feet long, to preventvoltage drop and possible overheating of wires.

_i, WARNING Overloadedelectrical cords can overheat,

arc, and burn resulting in death, bodily injury, and/or property damage.

• ONLYusecordsratedfor yourloads.

• Followallsafetiesonelectricalcords.

1201240 Voff AC, 30 Amp, Lockin9 Receptacle

Use a NEiViAL14-30 plug with this receptacle.Connecta 4-wire cord set ratedfor 250Volt AC loads at 30 Amps (or greater). You can usethe same4-wire cord if you planto

run a 120 Volt load.

4-WireCordSet

1211Voff AC, 20 Amp, DupJexReceptacles

Eachduplex receptacleis protected against overload by a double pole rocker switch circuit breaker.

Useeach receptacleto operate 120 Volt AC,single-phase, 60 Hzelectrical loads requiring up to 2,400 watts (2.4 kW) at 20 Amps of current. Usecord sets that are rated for 125 Volt

AC loadsat 20 Amps (or greater). Inspect cord sets before

eachuse.

Generator Adapter CordSet

The generatorcomes with a25' generator adapter cord set

designedto providetwo sets of 120 Volt, 20 Amp outlets

from one 120 Volt, 20 Amp duplex receptacle.

--\

(Neutral)

x/,ot!

NEMAL14-30 7/I-7 Ground(Green)

This receptaclepowers 120/240 Volt AC, 60 Hz,single phase loads requiring up to 5,600 watts of power (5.6 kW) at

23.3 Amps for 240 Volts or two independent 120 Volt loads

at 23.3 Amps each. Theoutlet is protected by a double pole rocker switch circuit breaker.

NOTICE Receptacles may be marked with rating value greater than generator output capacity.

• NEVERattempt to power adevice requiring more amperagethan generator or receptaclecan supply.

• DONOToverloadthe generator.SeeDon't OverloadGenerator.

The maximum load on eachoutlet is 20Amps. The maximum total loadon both red dot outlets or blue dot outlets is

20 Amps. NOTICE Follow all safety precautions when connecting any

extensioncord or deviceto the generator.

DOH'TOVEBLOADGEHEBATOR

Capacity

You must makesureyour generator can supply enough rated (running) andsurge (starting) watts for the items you will power at the same time. Followthese simple steps:

1. Selectthe items you will powerat the same time.

2. Totalthe rated (running) watts of these items. This is the

amount of power your generator must produceto keep your items running.

3. Estimatehow many surge (starting) watts you will need.

Surge wattage is the short burst of power neededto start electric motor-driven tools or appliances such as a circular saw or refrigerator. Becausenot all motors start at the sametime, total surge watts can be estimated by adding only the item(s) with the highest additional surge watts to the total ratedwatts from step 2.

Example:

Rated (Running)

Tool or AppJiance Window Air

Conditioner

Refrigerator DeepFreezer

Television

Light (75 Watts)

Total Rated(Running) Watts = 3075 HighestAdditional Surge Watts = 1800

Total Generator Output Required =4875 NOTICE Therated (running) watts cannot exceed5600.

Also, given the 5600 watt ratedlimit, additional surge (starting) watts cannot exceed8600.

Watts

1200

80O 5OO

5OO

3075 Total

Running Watts

PowerManagement

To prolong the life of your generatorand attacheddevices, it is important to takecarewhen adding electrical loadsto your

generator. There should benothing connectedto the generator outlets before starting it's engine.The correct and

safe way to manage generatorpower isto sequentiallyadd loads asfollows:

1. With nothing connected to the generator, start the

engine as described in this manual.

2. Plug in and turn on the first load, preferablythe largest

load you have.

3. Permit the generatoroutput to stabilize (engine runs

smoothly and attacheddeviceoperates properly).

4. Plug in and turn on the nextload.

5. Again, permitthe generator to stabilize.

6. Repeatsteps 4 and 5 for eachadditional load.

Additional Surge

(Starting) Watts

1800

1600

500

1800 Highest

SurgeWatts

NEVERadd more loads than the generator capacity. Take specialcare to consider surge loads in generatorcapacity, as

described above.

Wattage ReferenceGuide

Rated* Additional

Tool or Appliance (Running) Surge

Watts (Starting)

Watts

Essentials

Light Bulb - 75 watt 75 -- DeepFreezer 500 500

Sump Pump 800 1200 Refrigerator/Freezer- 18 cf 800 1600

Water Well Pump- 1/3 hp 1000 2000

Heating/CooJing

Window AC - 10,000 BTU 1200 1800 Window Fan 300 600

FurnaceFanBlower- 1/2 hp 800 1300 Kitchen

Microwave Oven- 1000 Watt 1000 -- CoffeeMaker 1500 --

Electric Stove - Single Element 1500 -- Hot Plate 2500 --

Family Room DVD/CDPlayer 100 -- VCR 100 -- Stereo Receiver 450 --

Color Television- 27 in 500 -- PersonalComputer w/17 in moni- 800 --

tor Other

Security System 180 -- AM/FM Clock Radio 300 --

GarageDoor Opener- 1/2 hp 480 520 ElectricWater Heater- 40 gallon 4000 --

DIY/JobSite Quartz HalogenWork Light 1000 --

Airless Sprayer- 1/3 hp 600 1200 Reciprocating Saw 960 960 Electric Drill- 1/2 hp 1000 1000

Circular Saw - 7-1/4 in 1500 1500 Miter Saw- 10 in 1800 1800

TablePlaner - 6 in 1800 1800 TableSaw/RadialArm Saw- 10 in 2000 2000

Air Compressor - 1-1/2 hp 2500 2500

*Wattageslisted are approximateonly. Check tool or appliancefor actualwattage.

EHGINETECHHICALINFORMATION

This is a single cylinder, overheadvalve(OHV),air cooled engine, it is a low emissions engine.

In the State of California, ModelSeries 200000 engines are certified bythe CaliforniaAir ResourcesBoard to meet

emissions standards for 250 hours. Such certification does not grant the purchaser, owner or operator of this engine any

additional warranties with respectto the performanceor operational life of this engine.The engine is warranted solely according to the product and emissions warranties stated

elsewherein this manual.

Power Ratings

Thegross power rating for individual gas engine models is labeled in accordancewith SAE(Society of Automotive Engineers)codeJ1940 (Small Engine Power & Torque Rating Procedure), and rating performance has been

obtained and corrected in accordancewith SAEJ1995 (Revision 2002-05). Torque values are derived at 3060 RPM;

horsepower values are derived at 3600 RPIVi.Actual gross engine power will belower and is affected by, among other things, ambient operating conditions and engine-to-engine variability. Given both the wide arrayof products on which enginesare placed andthe variety of environmental issues applicableto operatingthe equipment,the gas engine will not developthe ratedgross power when used in a given pieceof power equipment (actual "on-site"or net power). This difference is due to avariety of factors including, but not limited to, accessories (air cleaner, exhaust,charging, cooling, carburetor, fuel pump, etc.), application limitations, ambient operating conditions (temperature, humidity, altitude), and engine-to-engine variability. Dueto manufacturing and capacity limitations, Briggs & Stratton may substitute anengine of higher ratedpower for this Seriesengine.

PRODUCTSPECiFICATIOHS

Generator Specifications

StartingWattage.................... 8600 Watts(8.6 kW)

Wattage* . ........................ 5600Watts(5.6 kW)

ACVoltage .............................. 120/240Volts

ACCurrent

at 240Volts ............................. 23.3Amps

at 120Volts ............................. 46.6Amps

Frequency .......................... 60 Hzat 3600 rpm

Phase .................................. SinglePhase

FuelCapacity............................ 5 U.S.gallons

Engine Specifications

Bore ................................ 3.12in. (79 ram)

Stroke ............................... 2.44 in. (62 mm)

Displacement ........................ 18.64in. (305cc)

SparkPlug

Type: .............. Briggs& Stratton491055 or 5066

SetGapTo: .................... 0.030inch (0.76mm)

ArmatureAir Gap:.......... 0.008-0.012in. (0.20-0.30mm)

Valveclearancewithvalvespringsinstalledandpiston1/4in.

(6 mm)pasttopdeadcenter(checkwhenengineiscold).

Intake ................... 0.004-0.006in. (0.10-0.15mm)

Exhaust.................. 0.004-0.006in. (0.10-0.15mm)

Oil Capacity .................... 28 Ounces(0.8 Liters)

flOTICE For practical operation, the generator load should not exceed85% of rated wattage. Enginepower will decrease 3-1/2% for each1,000 feet (300 meters) above sea level and 1% for each 10° F(5.6° C) above 77° F(25° C).It should operatesatisfactorily at an angle up to 15°.

* This generatoris rated and certified to becompliant with

CSA(CanadianStandardsAssociation) standard C22.2No. 100-04 (motors andgenerators).

MAINTENANCESCHEDULE

Follow the hourly or calendarintervals, whichever occurs first. More frequent serviceis requiredwhen operating in

adverseconditions noted below.

* Changeengine oil

* Cleandebris * Check engineoil level

* Service engineair cleaner'

* Changeengine oil'

* Service spark plug * Inspect muffler andspark arrester * Cleancooling system'

EmissionsControl Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emissions con-

trol devices and systemsmay beperformedbyany non- roadengine repair establishment or individual. However,

to obtain "no charge" emissions control service, the work must be performed by a factory authorized dealer.Seethe

Emissions Warranty.

GEHERATORMAINTENAHCE

Generatormaintenanceconsists of keeping the unit clean and dry. Operateand storethe unit ina clean dry environment where it wiii not be exposedto excessivedust, dirt, moisture or any corrosive vapors. Cooling air slots in the generator must not becomeclogged with snow, leaves,or anyother foreign material.

Checkthe cleanlinessof the generator frequently and clean when dust, dirt, oil, moisture or other foreign substances are

visible on its exterior surface. NOTICE DONOTuse a gardenhoseto cleangenerator.

Water can enter the enginefuel system and cause problems.

In addition, if water enters the generatorthrough cooling air

slots, some of the water will be retained in voids and cracks of the rotor andstator winding insulation. Water and dirt

buildup on the generator internal windings will eventually decreasethe insulation resistanceof these windings.

* Checkvalve clearance

Service more often under dirty ordusty conditions.

GeneralRecommendations

Regular maintenancewill improve the performance and extend the life of the generator.Seea Searsor other qualified

dealerfor service. Thegenerator's warranty doesnot cover items that have

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.To receive full valuefrom the warranty, the operator must maintain generator asinstructed inthis manual.

Someadjustments will needto bemade periodically to properly maintain your generator.

All service and adjustments should be made at least once eachseason.Follow the requirementsin the Maintenance

Schedulechart above. NOTICE Oncea year you should clean or replacethe spark

plug and replacethe air filter. A new spark plug and cleanair filter assure proper fuel-air mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.

GeneratorCleaning

Daily or beforeuse, clean accumulateddebris from generator. Keeplinkage,spring and controls clean. Keeparea around and behind muffler free from anycombustible debris.

Inspect cooling airslots and openings on the generator. Theseopenings must bekept clean and unobstructed.

Generatorparts should be kept cleanto reducethe risk of overheating and ignition of accumulateddebris.

* Usea damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.

NOTICE Improper treatment of generator can damage it

and shorten its life.

• DONOT exposegeneratorto excessivemoisture, dust, dirt, or

corrosive vapors.

• DONOT insertany objectsthrough cooling slots.

* Usea soft bristle brush to loosencaked on dirt, oil, etc. * Usea vacuumcleanerto pickup loosedirt anddebris.

StatStaUonTM

TheStatStationTM displaysthe nominal load on generator basedon output frequency. Jtalso hasa built in maintenance

reminder. WattageMonitor 8potation

Thedisplay is two seven-segment LEDsthat provide an easy- to-read indicationof the amount of power being supplied by the generator. The load monitor displays the generator's output as a percentage.

As generator load increases,the display values will increase. Whenthe displayedvalues begin flashing, the user should stop adding electrical loads to the generator.

If the power usagebecomestoo high, the letters "OL" (for Over Load)will flash on the display. Theuser should reduce

the amount of loadattachedto the generator. MaintenanceReminder

The LEDwill display certain codesto alertyou to check oil, changeoil, checkor replaceair filter and checkor replace

spark plug. The following codes will display: "01" Checkoil at 8 hour increments

"02" Changeoil at 50 hour increments "03" Checkor replace air filter at 25 hour increments "04" Checkor replace spark plug at 100 hour increments Totake advantageof the StatStation"maintenance reminder"

capabilities, the user must pressthe resetbutton after completing the maintenancecalled for in the displayed code (01, 02, 03, or 04). This results in a displayof "0o" or "CA", depending on how long the button is pressed:

1) "0o" - Pressingthe resetbutton once quickly will display "00" (clearingto zero). This will clearany maintenance codes that haveelapsedup to that point and they will begin timing again from zero.

2) "CA"- Pressing and holding the reset button for 2 seconds will display "CA"(clearing all). This clears all maintenancecodes, evenif they have not yet reached their service point, and they will begintiming againfrom

zero.

If nominal loadand maintenancecodes appear simultaneously, the LEDshall display, alternately,the

nominal load and code as follows: Thecode will display for 3 seconds, then 1/2 secondoff. The

load will display for 6 secondsand then 1/2 second off.

ENGINEMAINTENANCE

A. WARNING Unintentionalsparking can result in fire or

_¢ electric shock.

WHENADJUSTINGORMAKINGREPAIRSTOYOURGENERATOR

• Disconnectthe sparkplugwirefromthe sparkplugandplace thewirewhereitcannotcontactsparkplug.

WHENTESTINGFORENGINESPARK

• Useapprovedsparkplugtester.

• DONOTcheckfor sparkwithsparkplugremoved.

Oil

8il Recommendations

We recommendthe use of Briggs & Stratton Warranty

Certifiedoils for bestperformance. Other high-quality detergent oils are acceptableif classified for serviceSF,SG, SH,SJ or higher. DO NOTusespecial additives.

Outdoortemperatures determine the proper oil viscosity for

the engine.Usethe chartto selectthe bestviscosity for the

outdoor temperature range expected.

86 _, 68

104 __ __ ,

50 32 o,_

-4

-22

* Below40°F (4°C)the use of SAE30 will result in hard starting.

** Above80°F(27°C)theuseof 10W30maycauseincreasedoil

consumption.Checkoil levelmorefrequently.

O OTICE Syntheticoil meeting ILSACGF-2,API

certification mark and APIservice symbol with "SJ/0F ENERGYCONSERVING"or higher, is an

acceptableoil at all temperatures. Useof synthetic oil

does not alter required oil change intervals.

o eo

=. 20

l 40

_n m 0

--__-- -10

-20

-30

CheckingOilLevel

Oil level should be checked prior to each use or at least every 8 hours of operation. Keepoil levelmaintained.

1. Makesure generatoris on a levelsurface.

2. Cleanarea aroundoil fill and remove oil fill cap.

3. Verifyoil is at the point of overflowing at oil fill opening.

4. Replaceand tighten oil fill cap.

AddingEngineOil

1. Makesure generatoris on a levelsurface.

2. Checkoil levelas described in CheckingOilLeveL

3. if needed,slowly pour oil into oil fill opening to the point of overflowing at oil fill.

4. Replaceand tighten oil fill cap.

Service Air Cleaner

Your enginewill not run properly and may be damaged ifyou run it with a dirty air cleaner. Replacemore often if operating under dirty or dusty conditions.

To servicethe air cleaner,follow thesesteps:

1. Loosen screws(A) and removeair cleanercover (B).

Changing Engine Oil

If you areusing your generator under extremely dirty or dusty conditions, or in extremely hot weather, change the oil

more often.

_lLCAUTION Avoid prolonged or repeatedskin contact with usedmotor oil.

• Usedmotoroil hasbeenshownto causeskincancerin certain laboratoryanimals.

• Thoroughlywashexposedareaswith soapandwater.

KEEPOUTOFREACHOFCHILDREN.DON'T POLLUTE.CONSERVERESOURCES.RETURN USEDOILTOCOLLECTIONCENTERS.

Changethe oil while the engine is still warm from running, as

follows:

1. Makesure unit is on a levelsurface.

2. Disconnectthe spark plug wire from the spark plug and placethe wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

3. Cleanareaaround oil drain plug. The oil drain plug is locatedat baseof engine,opposite carburetor.

4. Removeoil drain plug and drain oil completelyinto a suitable container.

5. Reinstalloil drain plug and tighten securely. Removeoil fill cap.

6. Slowly pour recommendedoil (about 28 oz.) into oil fill

opening to the point of overflowing at oil fill cap.

7. Reinstalloil fill cap. Fingertighten cap securely.

8. Wipe up any spilled oil.

9. Reconnectspark plug wire to spark plug.

2. Carefully removecartridge (C) from base(D).

3. Install clean(or new)air cleaner assembly inside cover. Disposeof old filter properly.

4. Assembleair cleanercover onto baseand tighten screws.

NOTICE You can purchase new air cleaner elements by calling 1-800-4-1VlY-HOIVlE(469-4663).

Clean/ReplaceSparkPlug

Changingthe spark plug will helpyour engine to start easier and run better.

1. Cleanareaaround spark plug.

2. Removeand inspect spark plug.

3. Replacespark plug if electrodes are pitted, burned or porcelain is cracked. Usea recommended replacement

plug. SeeSpecifications.

4. Checkelectrode gap with wire feelergauge and reset spark plug gap to recommendedgap if necessary(see

Specifications).

5. install spark plug and tighten firmly. NOT/CE You can purchasea new spark plug by calling

1-800-4-1VlY-HOIVlE(469-4663).

inspect Muffler and Spark Arrester

inspect the muffler for cracks, corrosion, or other damage. Removethe spark arrester, if equipped,and inspect for

damageor carbon blockage, if replacementparts are required, make sure to useonly original equipment replacementparts.

NOTICE You can purchase a new spark arrester screen by calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME (469-4663),

_i, WARNING Contact with muffler area can result in

serious burns.

_ _ Exhaust heat/gases can ignite

combustibles, structures or damage

fuel tank causing a fire.

• DO NOTtouch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases.

• Allow equipmentto cool beforetouching.

• Keepat least5 feet (152 cm) of clearanceon all sidesof generator including overhead.

• It isa violation of California Public Resource Code,Section 4442, to useor operatethe engine on anyforest-covered, brush-covered,or grass-covered land unless the exhaust system is equippedwith aspark arrester,as defined in Section 4442, maintained in effectiveworking order. Otherstates or

federal jurisdictions may havesimilar laws.

Contactthe original equipment manufacturer, retailer, or dealer

to obtain a sparkarrester designed for the exhaust system

installed on this engine.

• Replacement parts must bethe sameand installed in the same position as the original parts.

Cleanandinspectthesparkarresterasfollows:

1. To removemuffler heat shield (A) from muffler (B), remove four screwsthat connect guard to muffler

bracket.

Air Coolin9 System

Overtime debris mayaccumulate in cylinder cooling fins and cannot be observed without partial enginedisassembly. For

this reason,we recommendyou havea Searsor other

qualified servicedealer clean the cooling system per recommendedintervals (see MaintenanceSchedule). Equally important is to keeptop of enginefree from debris. See

GeneratorCleaning.

CLEAN

CheckValve Clearance

Regularvalve clearancecheck and adjustment will improve performanceand extendengine life. This procedurecannot be done without partial engine disassembly and the use of specialtools. For this reason we recommendthat you have a Searsor other qualified servicedealer check andadjust valve

clearanceat recommendedintervals.

CarburetorAdjustment

The carburetor on this engine is low emission, it is equipped with anon-adjustable idle mixture valve and governedidle, if

equipped.Governedidle and top speedhavebeen setat the

factory, if adjustment is required, see a Searsor other

qualified servicedealer.

Removefour screwsthat attach sparkarrester screen(C).

inspect screenand obtain a replacementif torn, perforated or otherwise damaged.DO NOTusea defective screen, if screen is not damaged, cleanit with

commercial solvent.

4. Reattachscreen and muffler guard.

_i, CAUTION Excessively high operating speeds increase

risk of injury and damage to generator.

Excessively low speeds impose a heavy load.

• DO NOTtamper with governed speed. Generatorsupplies correct rated frequency andvoltage when running at governed speed.

• DO NOTmodify generator inany way.

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