TO START THE ENGINE
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AUTION!
Never run engine indoors or in
enclosed poorly ventilated areas. Engine
exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless
and deadly gas.
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WARNING!
temperature of muffler and nearby
areas may exceed 150°F (65°C). Avoid these
areas.
Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. Use
the following start instruction steps by numerical order:
1.
Turn the fuel valve to the "On" position.
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FUEL
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2.
Set the Run/Stop switch to "Run" position.
3.
Place the choke lever in the "Full" choke position.
TO STOP THE ENGINE
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Unplug all electrical loads from generator panel
receptacles. Never start or stop engine with
electrical devices plugged in AND turned on.
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Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to
stabilize the internal temperatures of engine and
generator.
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Move Run/Stop switch to "Stop" position.
COLD WEATHER
OPERATION
Under certain weather conditions (temperatures below
40°F [4°C] and a high dew point), your generator may
experience icing of the carburetor and/or the
crankcase breather system.
In an emergency, use the original shipping box as a
temporary shelter:
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Cut off all flaps.
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Cut out one of the long sides of the box to expose
exhaust side of unit. Ensure a minimum of two feet
clearance between open side of box and nearest
object.
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Cut appropriate slots to access receptacles and
clear handles.
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Start unit, then place box over it.
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4.
Grasp the recoil handle and pull slowly until slight
resistance is felt. Then pull rapidly one time only
to start engine.
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If engine starts, proceed to step 6.
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If engine fails to start, proceed to step 5.
5.
Move the choke lever to "Half"
choke position,
and pull recoil handle twice.
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If engine fails to start, repeat steps 3 thru 5.
6.
Move choke lever to "Run" position. If engine
falters, move choke lever to "Half"
choke position
until the engine runs smoothly and then to "Run"
position.
NOTE: If engine still fails to start after 3 pulls, check
for proper oil level in crankcase. This unit is equipped
with a Low Oil Shutdown System (see page 8).
IMPORTANT:
Remove shelter when temperature is
above 40°F [4°C].
For a more permanent shelter, build a structure that
will enclose three sides and the top of the generator:
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Make sure entire muffler-side of generator is
exposed. Note that your generator may appear
different from that shown here.
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Ensure a minimum of two feet clearance between
open side of box and nearest object.
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Face exposed end away from wind and elements.
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Enclosure should hold enough heat created by the
generator to prevent icing.
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CAUTION!
Never run unit indoors; Do Not
enclose generator any more than shown.
Remove shelter when temperatures are above
40°F [4°C].