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OPERATION
6. Pull the choke knob out to the “ START ” position. You do not need to choke a warm engine.
(For electric start move to step (8))
7. For recoil start only-Pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly to
start engine.
NOTICE
When the main fuel selector switch is turned to the GAS position, the indicator light will
turn RED for up to 4 minutes (before going off). Starting the engine successfully anytime during
the 4 minutes will turn the indicator light OFF. See Indicator light-Battery Power Saving Mode
section for more information.
10. Allow portable generator to run at no load for a few minutes to stabilize before plugging in
any electrical devices.
NOTICE
If engine starts but fails to run, or if portable generator shuts down during operation,
check oil level. See Low Oil Shutdown section for more information.
8. For electric start only-Flip the engine switch to the START (ll) position for a few seconds and then release.
9. Do not over-choke. As soon as engine starts and warms up, move the choke knob to the “RUN”
position.