ETQ DG4LN, Owner'S Manual

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1. Insert key into ignition and
put it in the “off” position.
position.
2. Put the speed handle in the
“Run” position.
3. Turn the start switch
clockwise to the “START”
position; (to set the silent
type, first turn it clockwise to
the “RUN” (ON) position for
1-2 seconds. The
electromagnetic iron will be
triggered, now turn it
clockwise to the “START”
position.
(3) Pull the recoil starter handle
out until you feel resistance.
It will reset to its original
position automatically. The
handle should be reset into
its recoil device slowly to
prolong the life of the engine
starter.
4. After the diesel engine is
started, remove your hand
from the switch handle; the
switch will automatically
reset itself to the “ON”
position.
(4) In cold climate, it is difficult
to start the engine. To
remedy this, pull the rubber
plug out from the rocker of
the diesel engine and fill 2
ml of engine oil. Before
starting, put the rubber plug
back in place. If you don’t
put the rubber plug back in
place, rain, dust and other
dirt can enter into the diesel
engine. It will cause the
parts inside the diesel engine
to wear quickly and lead to
engine failure.
2-4.2 Electric
starting
The procedures for preparing to start the
engine are the same as the manual
starting engine.
5. If the engine is not starting
after 10 seconds of cranking,
wait about 15 seconds before
trying it again. If you crank
to long, the voltage of the
battery will drop. This can
lead to improper ignition.
When the diesel engine is
operating, let the ignition
retain on the “ON” position.
Note:
If you crank the starter to long, the
battery may be drained too much to
provide enough energy for proper
engine ignition. Also, when the diesel
engine is operating, let the key retain
in the “ON” position.