Manual (Recoil) Start (All Models):
1.
Be sure generator is placed outside, in well-ventilated
area.
NOTICE
Keep the generator at a minimum of 6 feet (2 meters) from
any building, object, or wall.
2.
Confirm the circuit breakers are set.
Set
FIGURE 26: Circuit Breaker Position
3.
Turn fuel valve to ON position.
FIGURE 27: Fuel Valve Lever — ON/OFF position
4.
Pull choke control to ON position.
ON
FIGURE 28: Choke Rod
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Tripped
OFF
5.
Press engine control switch to RUN position.
ENGINE
FIGURE 30: Engine Control Switch - HW5500E and
HW5500EL Models
ENGINE
FIGURE 31: Engine Control Switch - HW5500 and
HW5500L Models
6.
Grip recoil starter handle and pull slowly until you feel
slight resistance.
CAUTION
Kickback (rapid retraction) of starter cord will pull hand and
arm toward engine faster than you can let go.
Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains could result.
FIGURE 32: Recoil Starter Handle
Apply a swift, single pull to start engine. Carefully
7.
return recoil starter handle to its original position.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to generator, do not allow recoil starter
handle to snap back against engine.
NOTICE
If engine will not start, move the choke to the OFF posi-
tion to reduce fuel to the engine.
8.
As engine warms up, and RPM stabilizes, gradually
push in choke control to OFF position.
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Preparing for Operation
START
STOP
RUN
STOP
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