Desa GENERATOR owner manual Stopping Engine, Prestart, Starting, Operation Instructions

Notice: The 250 volt/50 amp receptacle is not connected through the auto-idle circuit. Auto-idle rocker switch must be turned off to get full power out of this receptacle (see Figure 1).

WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, al- teration, service, or maintenance can cause injury or

property damage. Only a qualified electrical service person should service and repair generator.

•Generator produces high voltage. Use extreme caution when working on electrical parts.

•Turn off generator and let cool before installation. Severe burns may result.

•Remove spark plug wire from spark plug before installation. This will prevent accidental starting.

•Use only factory-approved replacement parts.

STOPPING ENGINE

IMPORTANT: The loaded engine speed is preset. The throttle is locked in preset position. Do not adjust throttle.

Follow the steps below to stop engine.

1.Remove all electrical loads from generator (see Disconnecting Electrical Loads in owner’s manual, page 13). Remove elec- trical loads one at a time.

2.Let engine run for two or three minutes after removing electri- cal loads. This lets engine cool slightly.

3.Turn engine key switch to the OFF position (see Figure 1).

4.Turn fuel valve off. Do this by rotating valve, located under fuel tank, clockwise to the horizontal position (see Figure 3).

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PRESTART

Operate generator on a firm, dry, and clean surface. The surface must be level. Protect generator from heavy dust, sand, dirt, rain, or snow. Do not locate generator near standing water and snow. Make sure area is well-vented.

WARNING: Only responsible adults should use generator. Never let anyone operate generator with- out proper instructions.

Note: If oil level is too low, oil alert system will keep engine from starting (see Oil Alert System in owner’s manual, page 8). Make sure oil level is full before starting. See Engine Oil in owner’s manual, page 8.

Before starting the engine, disconnect all electric loads from generator.

RESET

TEST

	Auto-
ON	Idle
	OFF

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Auto-Idle Switch

(Rocker Switch)

250 volt/50 amp receptacle

Figure 1 - Auto-Idle Switch Location

RESET	240	VOLTS
RESET		RESET
		RESET

STARTING

IMPORTANT: The loaded engine speed is preset. The throttle is locked in preset position. Do not adjust throttle. Preset position lets engine run at 3600 RPM under load. The engine must maintain 3600 RPM for generator to create correct voltage. Running engine at lower speeds will damage generator and powered items.

IMPORTANT: Never start generator with electrical loads con- nected. Start engine before adding electrical loads.

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

1.If the engine is cold, turn Auto-Idle switch off (see Figure 1).

2.Start Engine. Allow engine to warm up with no load for five minutes.

3.Turn Auto-Idle switch on. Engine will slow to idle speed. En- gine idle speed is preset. Idle speed adjustment should not be necessary.

4.Operate generator according to specifications outlined in owner’s manual.

5.Engine will automatically increase to normal operating speed when you plug load into any generator outlet.

6.Auto-Idle system should be turned off when generator is shut down.

HONDA

ENGINE SW.

ON

OFF START

Key Switch

Figure 2 - Engine Key Switch

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