iPOWER SUA12000ED Generator User Guide

iPOWER SUA12000ED Generator

Unpack Generator: Remove generator, accessories, inserts and Literature from carton. If any item is missing or damaged, contact our product service department at 1-855-888-3598.

Included Items

WARNING: This Quick Reference Guide is not substitute for reading the operator’s manual. To reduce the risk of injury or death, user must read and underdstand the operator’s manual before using this product. All pages references to the operator’s manual.

Install the wheel kit

• Slide the axle pin(A) through the wheel(B), flat washer(C) and mount point on the frame(D). Secure them with cotter pin(E).
• Attach the support leg(G) to the generator frame with flange bolt(F)(M8X16) and flange lock nut(H)(M8).

Battery Cable Connection

A quick connect battery plug is pre-installed on the battery.Cut the cable tie securing the plugs and push two halves A and B firmly to connect them.

Add Lubricant and Fuel

• Use a funnel to pour provided engine oil into engine. Fill to the upper mark of the oil dipstick H.
• Use clean / fresh regular UNLEADED gasoline with a minimum 87 octane.

Adjust Shock-absorbing Seat

Before operating the generator, the shock-absorbing seat (cushion) must be adjusted for proper clearance. Loosen the lock nut and adjust the shock- absorbing seat so there is a 3mm gap between the top of the seat and the bottom of the motor bracket. Re-tighten the lock nut.

Start Generator

Move generator outside to a flat, level surface, away from doors, windows and vents.

DANGER: Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is a poison you cannot see or smell.

WARNING Do not overload generator or electrical cords. Consult operation manual.

GETTING STARTED

• Start the Engine (Generator).

• Select the Fuel Source (Gasoline)

  1. Make certain the propane tank is fully closed.
  2. Turn the fuel valve to the “ON” (I) position.
  3. Flip the fuel source switch on the side panel to the gasoline position.

• 4a. Recoil Start (Gasoline)

  1. Move the choke lever to the “START” position.
  2. Flip the engine switch to the “RUN” position.Pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly.
  3. Move the choke lever to the “RUN” position.

• 4b. Electric Start (Gasoline)

  1. Move the choke lever to the “START” position.
  2. Flip and hold the switch on the “START” position. When the engine starts, release the switch to the “RUN” position.
  3. Move the choke lever to the “RUN” position.

• Select the Fuel Source (Propane/LPG)
  

  1. Make certain the gasoline valve is fully closed “OFF” (O) position.
  2. Fully open the Propane/LPG cylinder knob.
  3. Flip the fuel source switch on the side panel to the propane/LPG position.

• 4a. Recoil Start (propane/LPG )

  1. Move the choke lever to the “START” position.

  2. PULL-TO-PRIME
     Flip the engine switch to the “RUN” position.Pull the starter cord 1-2 times to prime the engine.

  3. Move the chock lever to the “RUN” position.

  4. PULL-TO-RUN
     Pull the starter cord to start the engine.

• 4b. Electric Start (Propane/LPG)

  1. Move the choke lever to the “START” position.
  2. Flip and hold the switch on the  “START” position. When the engine starts, release the switch to the “RUN” position
  3. Move the chock lever to the “RUN” position.
  4. Plug in items to be powered, using only grounded extension cords.

• Shutdown and Storage

  1. Turn off and remove entire electrical loads.
  2. Flip the engine switch to “STOP” position.
  3. Turn the gasoline valve to “OFF” (0) position.
  4. Turn the propane/LPG cylinder knob to close position.
     If generator is to be stored for longer than 30 days, refer to the operator’s manual for further instruction.

• Changing Fuels

  1. Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator.
  2. Stop the engine (generator).

• 3a. Gasoline to propane/LPG
  

  1. Make certain the gasoline valve is fully closed “OFF” (O) position.
  2. Fully open the Propane/LPG cylinder knob.
  3. Flip the fuel source switch on the side panel to the propane/LPG position.

• 3b.Propane/LPG to Gasoline

  1. Make certain the propane tank is fully closed.
  2. Turn the fuel valve to the “ON” (I) position.
  3. Flip the fuel source switch on the side panel to the gasoline position.
  4. Start the engine (generator).

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