IMPORTANT: D o not overloadthe generator.Also, do not overload
individual panel receptacles.These outlets are protected against
overload with push-to-reset-type circuit breakers. If amperage
rating of any circuit breakeris exceeded,that breaker opens and
electricaloutput to that receptacleis lost. Read"Don't Overloadthe
Generator"carefully.
2.9 STARTING ELECTRIC S TART ENGINES
Never start or stop engine with electrical
devices plugged into the receptacles AND
devices turned on.
* Unplug all electrical loads from the unit's receptacles before
starting the engine.
* Make sure the unit is in a level position (not to exceed 15° in
any direction).
* Openthe fuel shut-off valve (Figure11).
* Move engine CHOKEknob outward to FULL CHOKEposition
(Figure13).
* To start engine, press and hold the Start/Run/Stop switch in
the "Start" position. The enginewill crank and attempt to start.
Whenthe enginestarts, releasethe switch to the run position.
* 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 enginefalters, 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 usedif the battery is discharged.
NOTE:
Use one of the generator's receptacle panels along with
the includedbattery charger to charge the battery while the
generator is running.
NOTE:
The switchmust be in the RUNposition.
* Tostart manually,firmly grasp the recoil handleand pull slowly
until increased resistance is felt. Pull rapidly up and away to
start engine.Thenfollow the same choke sequence.
NOTE:
if engine fires, but does not continueto run, move chokelever
to FULLCHOKE and repeatstarting instructions.
IMPORTANT: D o not overloadthe generator.Also, do not overload
individual panel receptacles.These outlets are protected against
overload with push-to-reset-type circuit breakers. If amperage
rating of any circuit breakeris exceeded,that breaker opens and
electricaloutput to that receptacleis lost. Read"Don't Overloadthe
Generator"carefully.
2.10 STOPPING THEENGINE
* Shut off all loads, then unplug the electrical loads from
generatorpanel receptacles.Neverstart or stop the enginewith
electricaldevices plugged in and turned on.
* Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to stabilize the
internaltemperaturesof engine and generator.
* Move Run/Stopswitch to OFFposition.
* Close fuel valve.
2.11LOW 01LLEVEL SHUTDOWN SYSTEM
The engineis equippedwith a low oil levelsensor that shuts down
the engineautomaticallywhenthe oil leveldrops below a specified
level. If the engine shuts down by itself and the fuel tank has
enough gasoline, check engineoil level.
2.11.1 SENSING LOWOILLEVEL
If the system senses a low oil level during operation,the engine
shuts down. The engine will not run until the oil has been refilled
to the proper level.
2.12 CHARGING THEBATTERY (ELECTRIC
START
UNITS ONLY)
Storage batteries
give off explosive
hydrogen
gas while recharging.
An explosive mixture will
remain around the battery for a long time after
it has been charged. The slightest spark can
ignite the hydrogen
and cause an explosion.
Such an explosion can shatter the battery and
cause blindness
or other serious injury.
,_Do
not permit smoking,
flame, sparks
open
or any other source of heat around a battery.
Wear protective goggles, rubber apron and
rubber gloves when working
around a battery.
Battery electrolyte fluid is an extremely
corrosive sulfuric acid solution that can cause
severe burns, if spill occurs flush area with
clear water immediately.
NOTE:
The battery shipped with the generatorhas been fully charged.
A battery may lose some of its charge when not in use for
prolongedperiodsof time. If the battery is unable to crank the
engine, plug in the 12V charger includedin the accessory box
(see section"Chargingthe Battery"). RUNNING THEGENERATOR
DOESNOTCHARGE THE BATTERY.
Use battery chargerplug to keepthe battery chargedand readyfor
use. Batterycharging should be done in a dry location.
1. Plug charger into "Battery ChargerInput" jack, located on the
control panel.Plug wall receptacleend of the battery charger
into a 120 Volt AC walt outlet (Figure15).
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