Operation
Starting the Engine
Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. Use the following start instructions:
1. Make sure unit is on a level surface.
NOTICE Failure to start and operate the unit on a level surface could cause the unit not to start or shut down during operation.
2.Make sure POWERSMART switch (A) is in “Off” position.
To start engine thereafter:
6B. Grasp recoil handle and pull slowly until slight resistance is felt. Then pull rapidly one time only to start engine.
WARNING Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than you
can let go which could cause broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains resulting in serious
injury.
•When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
•NEVER start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged in and turned on.
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| 7. Move choke lever to half choke position, and pull recoil | |||||||
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| 8. Slowly move choke lever to “Run” position. If engine | |||||||
3. Turn the engine switch (B) to the “On” position. |
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| engine runs smoothly, and then to “Run” position. | ||||||
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| unit shuts down dur ng | peration, make sure unit is on a | |||||||
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| level surface and check f | r proper oil level in crankcase. This | |||||||
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4. | Turn fuel cap vent lever (C) to “On” positi n. | for |
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5. | Push choke lever (D) to “Choke” position. |
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NOTICE To help start the engine for the very first time, after |
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running out of fuel or after a long period of storage, fill fuel |
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tank as described in Add Fuel. It will require more than |
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6A. | Grasp recoil handle and pull slowly until slight resistance | 1. | Make sure the green output indicator light comes on (it | ||||||||||
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| • If engine starts, proceed to step 8. |
| 2. | Let engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes | |||||||||
• If engine fails to start, proceed to step 7. | after starting. | |
3. Plug in and turn on the desired 120 Volt AC, single | ||
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