Section 2 – Operation
2.7 TO START THE ENGINE
Never start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged into the receptacles AND devices turned on.
•Unplug all electrical loads from the unit's receptacles before starting the engine.
•Make sure the unit is in a level position.
•Open the fuel
Figure 15 - Fuel Shut-off Valve
•Move engine CHOKE knob outward to “Full Choke” position (Figure 17).
Figure 17 - Full Choke Position
•To start engine, press and hold the Start/Run/Stop switch in the “Start” position. The engine will crank and attempt to start. When the engine starts, release the switch to the run position.
•When the engine starts, move choke knob to “1/2 Choke” position until the engine runs smoothly and then fully in to the “Run” position. If engine falters, move choke knob back out to “1/2 Choke” position until the engine runs smoothly and then to “Run” position.
NOTE:
•Locate the Idle Control ON/OFF switch on the control panel and set it to the “OFF” position(Figure 16).
Figure 16 - Idle Control Switch
If engine fires, but does not continue to run, move choke lever to “Full Choke” and repeat starting instructions.
IMPORTANT: Do not overload the generator. Also, do not overload individual panel receptacles. These outlets are protected against overload with
2.8 STOPPING THE ENGINE
•Shut off all loads, then unplug the electrical loads from generator panel receptacles. Never start or stop the engine with electrical devices plugged in and turned on.
•Turn “Off” the Idle Control switch (if on).
•Let engine run at
•Move Start/Run/Stop switch to “Off” position.
•Close fuel valve.
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