OWNER’S MANUAL
OPERATION
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PRESTART
Operate generator on a firm, dry, and clean surface. The surface must be level. Protect generator from heavy dust, sand, dirt, rain, or snow. Do not locate generator near standing water and snow. Make sure area is
WARNING: Only responsible adults should use generator. Never let anyone operate genera- tor without proper instructions.
Note: If oil level is too low, oil alert system will keep engine from starting (see Oil Alert System, page 6). Make sure oil level is full before starting. See Engine Oil, page 7.
Before starting the engine, disconnect all electric loads from generator.
STARTING
IMPORTANT: The engine speed is preset. The throttle is locked in preset position. Do not adjust throttle. Preset position lets engine run at 3600 RPM under load. The engine
4.Start the engine.
Turn engine switch to the ON position (see Figure 12). Remove slack from starter rope by lightly pulling starter grip. Next, pull starter rope briskly.
IMPORTANT: Do not let starter grip snap back against engine. Return it gen- tly. This will prevent damage to starter.
Note: If engine does not start, check the oil in the crankcase. Add oil as necessary. Be sure engine is on a level surface. See Oil Alert System, page 6.
5.As engine warms up, slowly move choke lever fully to the right (see Figure 13) (all models except MGR6000I). This opens the choke. On Model MGR6000I, slowly push in choke button until fully depressed (see Figure 14).
Choke Lever (Closed Position)
ENGINE SW
ON
OFF
Figure 12 - Engine Switch In ON Position
Choke Lever (Open Position)
CLOSED
OPEN
Fuel Valve Lever (ON Position)
Figure 13 - Choke Lever Opened (Model MGR4500I Shown)
must maintain 3600 RPM for generator to create correct voltage. Running engine at lower speeds will damage generator and powered items.
IMPORTANT: Never start generator with electrical loads connected. Start engine before adding electrical loads.
1.Make sure gasoline tank is full. See Fuel, page 7 for fuel information.
2.Move fuel valve lever to the ON posi- tion except on Model MGR6000I (see Figure 10).
3.Move choke lever fully to the left for all models except MGR6000I (see Figure 10). Pull choke button out for Model MGR6000I (see Figure 11). This closes the choke.
Note: You may not need to close choke if engine is warm or air temperature is high.
| CLOSED | Choke Lever (Open Position) |
OPEN |
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Fuel Valve Lever (ON Position)
Figure 10 - Fuel Valve Lever On, Choke
Lever Closed (Model MGR4500I Shown)
Choke Lever (Closed Position)
Figure 14 - Choke Lever Opened (Model
MGR6000I Shown)
Figure 11 - Choke Lever Closed (Model
MGR6000I Shown)
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