Operation
Figure 12 - Engine ON/OFF Switch
Never start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged into the receptacles AND devices turned on.
1.Unplug all electrical loads from the unit's receptacles before starting the engine.
2.Make sure the unit is in a level position (not to exceed 15° in any direction).
3.OPEN the Fuel
4.Turn engine RUN/STOP switch to ON position (Figure 12).
5.Slide engine choke to the LEFT to FULL CHOKE position (Figure 11).
6.To start engine, firmly grasp the recoil handle and pull slowly until increased resistance is felt. Pull rapidly up and away.
7.When engine starts, move choke knob to
NOTE:
If engine fires, but does not continue to run, move choke lever to FULL CHOKE and repeat starting instructions.
Figure 10 - Fuel Shut-off Valve
Figure 11 - Choke Position
CHOKE LEVER
LEFT = CHOKE (START)
RIGHT = RUN
IMPORTANT: Do not overload the generator. Also, do not overload individual panel receptacles. These outlets are protected against overload with
Never start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged into the receptacles AND devices turned on.
1.Unplug all electrical loads from the unit's receptacles before starting the engine.
2.Make sure the unit is in a level position (not to exceed 15° in any direction).
3.Open the fuel
4.Move engine CHOKE knob outward to FULL CHOKE position (Figure 11).
5.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.
6.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.
This generator is also equipped with a manual recoil starter which may be used if the battery is discharged.
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