Generac Portable Products PP5000T Generator
OPERATING THE
GENERATOR
CAUTION! Never start or stop the engine with electrical loads connected to the receptacles AND with the connected devices turned ON.
Starting the Engine
DANGER! Breathing Hazard! Never run engine indoors or in enclosed poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
WARNING! Burn Hazard! Temperature of muffler and nearby areas may exceed 150°F (65°C). Avoid these areas.
•Unplug all electrical loads from generator receptacles before starting the engine.
•Make sure the unit is in a level position.
•Open the fuel
•Move the choke lever to the “Full” choke position (Figure 4).
Figure 4 — Choke Positions
“Full” Choke Position |
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Figure 5 — Air Cleaner Position Above 32°F
Engine
Control
Switch
•The engine on your unit is equipped with a Climate Control™ system. Use as described below;
•Above 32°F, turn the air cleaner clockwise until it stops. Make sure the arrow on the top of the engine aligns with the “sun” symbol on the air cleaner cover (Figure 5).
•At or below 32°F, turn the air cleaner counterclockwise until it stops. Make sure the arrow on the top of the engine aligns with the “snowflake” symbol on the air cleaner cover (Figure 6).
Figure 6 — Air Cleaner Position At or Below 32°F
•Set the engine control switch to the On
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