I bought this generator a month ago and haven't got to use it yet but I've been running it for different lengths of time with and without a load to get some break-in before we go out. It's had a miss/skip every 5 to 20 seconds with and without a load since I fired it up and takes a couple of pulls to start. Noticed the OEM spark plug is a Torch brand. Figured what the heck and stopped at the NAPA and got an NGK replacement. Fired on the first pull and not one miss under any condition. I'm not even keeping the Torch for a spare.

If your new generator isn't running as smoothly as it should a $2.50 name brand spark plug is a good place to start.