iPower SUA2000iA User manual

10887 Commerce
Way Unit A Fontana
CA 92337
Modes : SUA2000iA / SC2000iA

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SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
POISONOUS GAS HAZARD.
Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, a poisonous gas that
could kill you in minutes. You
CANNOT smell it, see it, or taste
it. Even if you do not smell exhaust
fumes, you could still be exposed
to carbon monoxide gas.
Operate this product ONLY outside far away
from windows, doors and vents to reduce
the risk of carbon monoxide gas from
accumulating and potentially being drawn
towards occupied spaces.
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•Install battery-operated carbon monoxide
alarms or plug-in carbon monoxide alarms
with battery back-up according to the
manufacturer’s instructions. Smoke alarms
cannot detect carbon monoxide gas.
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DO NOT run this product inside homes,
garages, basements, crawlspaces, sheds, or
other partially-enclosed spaces even if using
fans or opening doors and windows for
ventilation. Carbon monoxide can quickly
build up in these spaces and can linger for
hours, even after this product has shut off.
•ALWAYS place this product downwind and
point the engine exhaust away from
occupied spaces. If you start to feel sick,
dizzy, or weak while using this product, shut
it off and get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY. See a
doctor. You may have carbon monoxide
poisoning.
Avoid other generator hazards.
READ MANUAL BEFORE USE.
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive
harm.
WARNING
Certain components in this product and related
accessories contain chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
•If you start to feel sick, dizzy or weak
while using the portable generator, you
may have carbon monoxide poisoning.
Get out side to fresh air immediately and
call 911 for emergency medical attention.
Very high levels of CO can rapidly cause
victims to lose consciousness before they
can rescue themselves. DO NOT attempt to
shut off the generator before moving to
fresh air. Entering an enclosed space where
a generator is or has been running may put
you at greater risk of CO poisoning.
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CORRECT USAGE
Example location to reduce risk of carbon monoxide poisoning
•ONLY use outside and downwind, far away from windows, doors and vents.
•Direct exhaust away from occupied spaces.
INCORRECT USAGE
Do not operate in any of the following locations:
Near any door, window or vent
Garage
Basement
Crawl Space
Living Area
Attic
Entry Way
Porch
Mudroom
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WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT
DO NOT operate this product inside any
building, carport, porch, mobile equipment,
marine applications, or enclosure.
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DO NOT tip engine or equipment at angle
which causes fuel to spill.
DO NOT stop engine by moving choke
control to “Start” position.
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WHEN TRANSPORTING, MOVING
OR REPAIRING EQUIPMENT
Transport/move/repair with fuel tank
EMPTY or with fuel shutoff valve OFF.
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•DO NOT tip engine or equipment at angle
which causes fuel to spill.
Disconnect spark plug wire.
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WHEN STORING FUEL OR EQUIPMENT
WITH FUEL IN TANK
•Store away from furnaces, stoves, water
heaters, clothes dryers, or other appliances
that have pilot light or other ignition source
because they could ignite fuel vapors.
WARNING
This generator does not meet U. S. Coast
Guard Regulation 33CFR-183 and should not
be used on marine applications.
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•Failure to use the appropriate U. S. Coast
Guard approved generator could result in
death or serious injury and/or property
damage.
WARNING
Generator voltage could cause
electrical shock or burn resulting
in death or serious injury.
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WARNING
Starter cord kickback (rapid
retraction) will pull hand and arm
toward engine faster than you can
let go which could cause broken
bones, fractures, bruises, or
sprains resulting in serious injury.
When starting engine, pull cord slowly until
resistance is felt and then pull rapidly to
avoid kickback.
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•NEVER start or stop engine with electrical
devices plugged in and turned on.
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable
and explosive which could cause burns, fire,
or explosion resulting in death or serious
injury and/or property damage.
WHEN ADDING OR DRAINING FUEL
Turn generator engine OFF and let it cool at
least 2 minutes before removing fuel cap.
Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in tank.
Fill or drain fuel tank outdoors.
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•DO NOT overfill tank. Allow space for fuel
expansion.
If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before
starting engine.
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Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames,
pilot lights, heat, and other ignition sources.
Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fittings
frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace if
necessary.
DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.
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WHEN STARTING EQUIPMENT
Ensure spark plug, muffler, fuel cap, and air
cleaner are in place.
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DO NOT crank engine with spark plug
removed.
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Use approved transfer equipment, suitable
for the intended use, to prevent backfeed by
isolating generator from electric utility
workers.
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WARNING
Unintentional sparking
could cause fire or
electric shock resulting
in death or serious
injury.
WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO
YOUR GENERATOR
Disconnect the spark plug wire from the
spark plug and place the wire where it cannot
contact spark plug.
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WHEN TESTING FOR ENGINE SPARK
Use approved spark plug tester.
•DO NOT check for spark with spark plug
removed.
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WARNING
Starter and other rotating parts
could entangle hands, hair,
clothing, or accessories
resulting in serious injury.
NEVER operate generator without protective
housing or covers.
DO NOT wear loose clothing, jewelry or
anything that could be caught in the starter
or other rotating parts.
Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.
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Excessively high operating speeds could result
in minor injury. Excessively low operating speeds
impose a heavy load.
DO NOT tamper with governor spring, links or
other parts to increase engine speed.
Generator supplies correct rated frequency
and voltage when running at governed speed.
DO NOT modify generator in any way.
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DO NOT exceed the generator’s wattage
amperage capacity.
Start generator and let engine stabilize
before connecting electrical loads.
NOTE:
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CAUTION
Exceeding generators wattage/amperage capacity
could damage generator and/or electrical devices
connected to it.
Connect electrical loads in OFF position,
then turn ON for operation.
Turn electrical loads OFF and disconnect
from generator before stopping generator.
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DO NOT use generator with electrical cords
which are worn, frayed, bare or otherwise
damaged.
DO NOT operate generator in the rain or
wet weather.
DO NOT handle generator or electrical
cords while standing in water, while
barefoot, or while hands or feet are wet.
DO NOT allow unqualified persons or
children to operate or service generator.
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WARNING
Exhaust heat/gases could ignite combustibles,
structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire,
resulting in death or serious injury and/or
property damage.
Contact with muffler area could cause burns
resulting in serious injury.
DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot
exhaust gases.
Allow equipment to cool before touching.
It is a violation of California Public Resource
Code, Section 4442, to use or operate the
engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered,
or grass-covered land unless the exhaust
system is equipped with a spark arrester, as
defined in Section 4442, maintained in
effective working order. Other states or
federal jurisdictions may have similar laws.
Contact the original equipment manufacturer,
retailer, or dealer to obtain a spark arrester
designed for the exhaust system installed on
this engine.
Replacement parts must be the same and
installed in the same position as the original
parts.
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When using generator for backup power,
notify utility company.
Use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
in any damp or highly conductive area,
such as metal decking or steel work.
DO NOT touch bare wires or receptacles.
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Use generator only for intended uses.
If you have questions about intended use,
ask dealer or contact local service center.
Operate generator only on level surfaces.
DO NOT expose generator to excessive
moisture, dust, dirt, or corrosive vapors.
DO NOT insert any objects through cooling
slots.
If connected devices overheat, turn them off
and disconnect them from generator.
Shut off generator if:
-Electrical output is lost.
-Equipment sparks, smokes, or emits flames.
-Unit vibrates excessively.
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WARNING
Medical and Life Support Uses.
In case of emergency, call 911 immediately.
NEVER use this product to power life support
devices or life support appliances.
NEVER use this product to power medical
devices or medical appliances.
Inform your electricity provider immediately
if you or anyone in your household depends
on electrical equipment to live.
Inform your electrical provider immediately
if a loss of power would cause you or anyone
in your household to experience a medical
emergency.
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NOTE
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Improper treatment of generator could damage
it and shorten its life.
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LOW-IDLE MODE
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Low idle mode
Low idle mode
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( refer to part 3.4 in this
manual for how to start).
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