Operation – Poulan Pro PP4300 User Manual

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OPERATION

APPLICATIONS

This generator is designed to supply electrical power for

operating compatible electrical lighting, appliances, tools,

and motor loads.

BEFORE OPERATING THE UNIT

fluid levels or adding fluid.

DANGER:

Failure to properly ground generator can result in

electrocution,especiallyifthegeneratorisequippedwith

a wheel kit. National Electric Code requires generator

to be properly grounded to an approved earth ground.

Call an electrician for local grounding requirements

WARNING:

Do not use any attachments or accessories not

recommended by the manufacturer of this generator.

The use of attachments or accessories not

recommended can result in serious personal injury.

CAUTION:

Attempting to start the engine before it has been

properly filled with oil will result in equipment failure.

CHECKING/ADDING OIL

Engine oil has a major influence on engine performance

and service life. For general, all-temperature use, SAE

10W-30 is recommended. Always use a 4-stroke motor

oil that meets or exceeds the requirements for API service

classification SJ.
NOTE: Non-detergent or 2-stroke engine oils will dam-

age the engine and should not be used.

Unscrew the oil dipstick and remove.

Wipe dipstick clean and reseat in hole. Do not rethread

Remove dipstick again and check oil level. Oil level

should fall within the hatched area on the dipstick.
If level is low, add engine oil until the fluid level rises

to the upper portion of the hatched area on the

dipstick.
Replace and secure the dipstick.

CHECKING/ADDING FUEL

continue with the next step.
Remove the fuel tank cap.

Fig. 7

Fig. 8

NOTE: Always use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane

rating of 86 or higher. Never use old, stale, or contaminated

gasoline, and do not use an oil/gas mixture. Do not allow

dirt or water to enter the fuel tank.

OXYGENATED FUELS

Someconventionalgasolinesareblendedwithalcoholoran

ether compound. These gasolines are collectively referred

to as oxygenated fuels. To meet clean air standards, some

OIL DIPSTICK

OIL FILL HOLE

FUEL TANK CAP

FUEL LEVEL

GAUGE

FUEL TANK

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