100692 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR
OPERATION
17
Starting the Engine
1. Make certain the generator is on a flat, level surface.
2. Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. Never start
or stop the generator with electrical devices plugged in or
turned on.
3. Turn the fuel cap vent lever to the “ON” position.
4. Turn the fuel dial clockwise to the full “ON” position.
5. Pull choke knob out to the “CHOKE” position.
6. Pull the recoil cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull
rapidly.
7. As engine warms up, push the choke knob in to the “RUN”
position.
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NOTICE
Keep choke lever in “CHOKE” position for only 1 pull of the
recoil cord. After first pull, press the choke knob in to the
“RUN” position for up to the next 3 pulls of the recoil cord. Too
much choke leads to spark plug fouling/engine flooding due to
the lack of incoming air. This will cause the engine not to start.
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NOTICE
For gasoline restarts with hot engine in hot ambient >
86°F (30°C):
If generator does not start after the first pull,
press the choke knob in to the “RUN” position for the next
3 pulls. Too much choke leads to spark plug fouling/engine
flooding due to the lack of incoming air. This will cause the
engine not to start.
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NOTICE
For gas starting in cold ambient < 59°F (15°C):
The choke
must be in 100% of the “CHOKE” position for manual start
procedures. Do not over-choke. As soon as engine starts, push
the choke knob in the “RUN” position.
