Multiquip manual GA-6HE/GA-6HEA Initial START-UP Engine, Before Starting the Engine

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GA-6HE/GA-6HEA — INITIAL START-UP (ENGINE)

CAUTION

DO NOT attempt to operate this generator until the Safety, General Information and Inspection sections of this manual have been read and thoroughly understood.

This section is intended to assist the operator with the initial start-upof the portable generator. It is extremely important that this section be read carefully before attempting to use the generator in the field.

Before Starting the Engine

1.Be sure to disconnect all electrical loads from the Generators prior to starting the engine.

2.NEVER start the engine with the main circuit breaker in the “ON" position. Always place this circuit breaker (Figure 10) in the OFF position before starting.

Figure 12. Choke Lever

3.Place the choke lever (Figure 12) in the "OPEN " position if starting a warm engine or the temperature is warm.

4.Place the generator's operation switch (Figure 13) in the "ON " position.

Figure 13. Operation Switch (ON Position)

5.Press the generator's startswitch(Figure 14) and listen for the engine to start.If the battery is not installed proceed to step 6.

Figure 10. Main Circuit Breaker (OFF Position)

Starting the Engine

1.Place the engine fuel valve lever (Figure 11) in the "ON" position.

Figure 11. Engine Fuel Valve Lever (ON Position)

2.Placethechokelever (Figure12)inthe"CLOSED"position if starting a cold engine.

Figure 14. Start Pushbutton Switch

6.Grasp the startergrip (Figure 15) and slowly pull it out.The resistancebecomesthehardestatacertainposition,corre- sponding to the compression point. Pull the starter grip briskly and smoothly for starting.

Figure 15. Starter Grip

CAUTION

DO NOT pull the starter rope all the way to the end.

DO NOT release the starter rope after pulling. Allow it to rewind as soon as possible.

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Contents Model GA-6HE/GA-6HEA Page Heres HOW to GET Help Table of Contents When ordering parts Please supply the following information Parts Ordering ProceduresBurn Hazards GA-6HE/GA-6HEA Safety Message Alert SymbolsRespiratory Hazards Rotating Parts Hazards Equipment DamageRead this manual GA-6HE/GA-6HEA Rules for Safe OperationGA-6HE/GA-6HEA Rules for Safe Operation Emergencies DeathOperation and Safety Decals Machine Safety DecalsGA-6HE/GA-6HEA Specifications Generator GA-6HE/GA-6HEA Specifications Engine Specifications EngineDimensions GA-6HE/GA-6HEA DimensionsGA-6HE/GA-6HEA General Information GA-6HE/GA-6HEA Load Single Phase Load 60 HzIncandescent Loads Small MotorsGA-6HE/GA-6HEA Controls and Indicators V Full Power Switch Simplified Diagram Up Position GA-6HE/GA-6HEA Controls and IndicatorsFuelTank Fuel tank capacity is 5 gallons 19 liters GA-6HE/GA-6HEA Controls and IndicatorsGenerator Refueling GA-6HE/GA-6HEA Generator RefuelingOutdoor Installation GA-6HE/GA-6HEA InstallationIndoor Installation MountingConnecting the Ground GA-6HE/GA-6HEA InstallationGA-6HE/GA-6HEA PRE-INSPECTION General Inspection Prior to Operation Ground Power ToolsExtension Cable Main Circuit BreakerBefore Starting GA-6HE/GA-6HEA PRE-INSPECTION EngineEngine Oil Check Fuel CheckBefore Starting the Engine GA-6HE/GA-6HEA Initial START-UP EngineGA-6HE/GA-6HEA Initial START-UP/GENERATOR Operation Stopping the Engine Connecting the LoadGenerator Storage GA-6HE/GA-6HEA Preparation for Longterm StorageEngine Maintenance Schedule GA-6HE/GA-6HEA Maintenance EngineSpark Plug Gap Engine Air CleanerGA-6HE Maintenance Battery GA-6HE Generator Wiring Diagram GA-6HE -WIRING Diagram GeneratorGA-6HEA Generator Wiring Diagram GA-6HEA -WIRING Diagram GeneratorEngine Troubleshooting GA-6HE/GA-6HEA -TROUBLESHOOTING EngineWhite Generator Troubleshooting GA-6HE/GA-6HEA -TROUBLESHOOTING GeneratorPage GA-6HE/GA-6HEA Explanation of Code in Remarks Column How to read the marks and remarks used in this partsItems Found In the Remarks Column Items Found In the Items Number ColumnDescription GA-6HE/GA-6HEA Suggested Spare PartsGA-6HE/GA-6HEA Nameplate and Decals Name Plate Assy GA-6HE/GA-6HEA Nameplate and DecalsDecal MQ Multiquip DecalwarningGenerator Assy GA-6HE/GA-6HEA Generator AssyBEARING, 6304 2RU Nycm RECTIFIER, D3SB80SET BOLT, Rotor SET WASHER, BearingControl BOX ASSY. GA-6HE GA-6HE Control BOX AssyIdle Control SWITCH, C1550WA Full Power SWITCH, ET-330D12Operation SWITCH, ET-330D12 Start SWITCH, ST-403Control BOX ASSY. GA-6HEA GA-6HEA Control BOX AssyGA-6HEA Control BOX Assy Muffler Assy GA-6HE/GA-6HEA Muffler AssyBolt HEX Head MufflerBracket HEX NUTPipe Frame Assy GA-6HE/GA-6HEA Pipe Frame AssyGA-6HEA GA-6HEBase Rubber SuspensionBattery Assy GA-6HE/GA-6HEA Battery AssyBattery Cable Battery BandBatter Bolt Wing NUTAIR Cleaner Assy Honda GX340K1EDE2 Engine AIR Cleaner AssySEPARATOR, AIR Cleaner ELEMENT, AIR CleanerHOUSING, AIR Cleaner STAY, AIR CleanerCamshaft Assy Honda GX340K1EDE2 Engine Camshaft AssyROD, Push SPRING, Weight ReturnARM, Valve Rocker LIFTER, ValveCarburetor Assy Honda GX340K1EDE2 Engine Carburetor AssyCLIP, Wire Harness GASKET, AIR CleanerGasket SET Valve SET, FloatControl Assy Honda GX340K1EDE2 Engine Control AssyARM, Governor SPRING, Control AdjustingROD, Governor SPRING, GovernorCrankcase Cover Assy Honda GX340K1EDE2 Engine Crankcase Cover AssyHOLDER, Governor Weight WEIGHT, GovernorPIN, Governor Weight GASKET, Case CoverCrankshaft Assy Honda GX340K1EDE2 Engine Crankshaft AssyCrankshaft E-TYPE WEIGHT, BalancerCylinder Barrel Assy Honda GX340K1EDE2 Engine Cylinder Barrel AssyWIRE, Ground Switch ASSY., OIL LevelSHAFT, Governor ARM BOLT, Drain PlugCylinder Head Assy Honda GX340K1EDE2 Engine Cylinder Head AssyGUIDE, EX. Valve OS Optional GUIDE, Valve OS OptionalCLIP, Valve Guide GASKET, Cylinder HeadFAN Cover Assy Honda GX340K1EDE2 Engine FAN Cover AssyShroud COVER, FAN *NH1* BlackGROMMET, Drain Hole Flywheel Assy Honda GX340K1EDE2 Engine Flywheel AssyFLYWHEEL, Lamp FAN, CoolingNUT, Special 16MM Ignition Coil Assy Honda GX340K1EDE2 Engine Ignition Coil AssyGROMMET, Wire CLAMP, WireWIRE, Stop Switch 470MM HOLDER, Stop Switch WirePiston Assy Honda GX340K1EDE2 Engine Piston AssyRing SET, Piston STD BOLT, Connecting RODPiston STD PIN, PistonHonda GX340K1EDE2 Engine Recoil Starter Assy RATCHET, Starter PULLEY, Recoil StarterSPRING, Friction SPRING, Starter ReturnStarter Motor Assy Honda GX340K1EDE2 Engine Starter Motor AssyArmature Contactor AssyBRACKET, Center BRACKET, FrontLabels Assy Honda GX340K1EDE2 Engine Labels AssyEmblem MARK, AIR CleanerMARK, Choke MARK, OIL CautionEffective October 1, 2002 Terms and Conditions of Sale Parts Page Your Local Dealer is

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