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ENGINE OPERATION
WARNING
DO NOT RUN THE ENGINE AT EXCESSIVE SPEEDS. The maximum allowable high idle speed for the
Read and understand all safety instructions included in the Engine Owner’s manual that is shipped with your
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
Check the engine oil level:
1.Be sure the machine is on a level surface.
2.Remove the engine oil dipstick and wipe it with a clean cloth. Reinsert the dipstick and check the level on the dipstick.
3.Add oil (if necessary) to bring the level up to the full mark. Do not overfill.
4.See Engine Owner’s Manual for specific oil recom- mendations.
Check and fill the engine fuel tank:
WARNING
GASOLINE can cause fire or explosion.
•Stop engine when fueling.
•Do not smoke when fueling.
•Do not overfill tank.
•Avoid contact with skin or breathing of vapor.
•Keep sparks and flame away from tank.
1. Remove the fuel tank cap.
2.Fill the tank approximately 4 inches (100 mm) from the top of the filler neck to allow for fuel expansion (observe the fuel gauge.) DO NOT FILL THE TANK TO THE POINT OF OVERFLOW.
3.Replace the fuel tank cap and tighten securely.
4.See Engine Owner’s Manual for fuel recommenda- tions.
STARTING THE ENGINE
CAUTION
Be sure all
Remove all loads connected to the AC power recepta- cles and the welder before starting the diesel engine.
To start the engine, set the “IDLER” switch in the
“AUTO” ( | / | ) position. Pull the choke |
control out. |
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Place the “Engine” Switch in the “RUN” 
Position. Push the “Start” button and crank the engine until it starts. Release the button as soon as the engine starts. After the engine has started, slowly return the choke control to the full “in” position (choke open). In the “AUTO” position, the engine will run at high idle for
At cold temperatures, it may be necessary to start the engine in “HIGH” idle and allow it to run for several minutes before using “AUTO” idle.
When starting a hot engine, it is not necessary to pull the choke out but the engine will start faster if it is pulled out. Push it in immediately after the engine starts.
CAUTION
Operating the starter motor for more than 5 seconds can damage the motor. If the engine fails to start, release the switch and wait 10 seconds before operat- ing the starter again. Do not push the “Start” button while the engine is running because this can damage the ring gear and/or starter motor.
NOTE: When starting a
GX 271 Chopper