Porter-Cable D27245-028-0 instruction manual To Start the Engine

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TO START THE ENGINE

Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poor ventilated areas, engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an

odorless and deadly gas.

1.Open the fuel shut-off valve.

2.Move the choke control located on the engine to the “Choke” position.

NOTE: No choke is required on warm engines. make sure choke is in the “RUN” position on warm engine starts.

3. For Electric Start:Push OFF\RUN\START switch on control panel to the "START" position to start engine. Hold in "START" position no longer than 15 seconds per minute when trying to start engine. Extended cranking can damage the starter motor.

NOTE: When the engine starts the OFF/RUN/START switch is released into the RUN position.

For Recoil Start:Place OFF/RUN/START switch in the RUN position. Grasp handle on rope rewind slowly. Pull rope with a rapid full arm stroke. Let rope rewind slowly. Repeat if necessary.

4.When engine starts, gradually move the choke to the "NO Choke" position.

NOTE: IF ENGINE OIL LEVEL IS TOO LOW, ENGINE WILL NOT START. CHECK OIL LEVEL AND ADD IF NECESSARY.

IMPORTANT: Allow generator to run at no load for 5 minutes upon each initial start-up to allow engine and generator to stabilize.

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Contents Generator Read and understand all safety warnings Consumer General and Service InformationConsumer Safety Information When installing a Double Safety Guidelines / DefinitionsImportant Safety Instructions Risk of Electrocution and FireOperation When damagedRisk of Electrocution and Fire Generator in rainConfined Area Risk of FireUnit Indoors or in ANY Risk of Breathing Inhalation Hazard Risk of Unsafe OperationRisk of HOT Surfaces Risk of Moving Parts SpecificationsBSV750 Risk from LiftingOther Loose Parts AssemblyRemove Generator from Carton Grounding the GeneratorTypical Installation of Battery UnitObtaining Electricity from the Generator Double Throw Transfer SwitchExtension Cord Wire Gauge Chart Length Size Amperage Extension CordsOperation Gas 12V DC OutletBefore Start UP To Start the Engine Connecting Electrical Loads Stopping EngineMaintenance Engine Preparation BatteryStorage GeneratorRunning Watts Starting Watts Wattage CalculationsDetermining Wattage Requirements Starting Wattage Requirements Volts X Amp = Watts Example 120 volts x 10 amps = 1200 wattsHousehold Wattage Calculator Appliance or Load Device Typical Device Wattage TotalProblem Limited Warranty Responsibility of Original Purchaser initial UserENG D27245 Quick Facts
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