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Figure 17 - Fuel Shut-off Valve
4. Locate the Idle Control ON/OFF switch on the control panel and set it
to the “OFF” position (Figure 18).
Figure 18 - Idle Control Switch
5. Move engine CHOKE knob outward to
“Full Choke”
position (Figure
19).
6. To start engine, press and hold the Start/Run/Stop switch in the
“Start” position. The engine will crank and attempt to start. When
the engine starts, release the switch to the run position.
7. 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 engine falters, move choke knob back out to “1/2 Choke” position
until the engine runs smoothly and then to “Run” position.
NOTE:
If engine fires, but does not continue to run, move choke lever to “Full
Choke” and repeat starting instructions.
IMPORTANT:
Do not overload the 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
breaker is exceeded, that breaker opens and electrical output to that
receptacle is lost. Read “Don’t Overload the Generator” carefully.
Figure 19 - Full Choke Position
2.9 STOPPING THE ENGINE
1. Shut off all loads, then unplug the electrical loads from generator
panel receptacles. Never start or stop the engine with electrical
devices plugged in and turned on.
2. Turn “Off” the Idle Control switch (if on).
3. Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to stabilize the internal
temperatures of engine and generator.
4. Move Start/Run/Stop switch to “Off” position.
5. Close fuel valve.
2.10 AUTOMATIC IDLE CONTROL
This feature is designed to greatly improve fuel economy. When this switch
is turned “
On
,” the engine will only run at its normal fast governed engine
speed when electrical load is connected. When the load is removed, the
engine will run at a reduced speed of 2100 RPM. With the switch “
Off
,”
the engine runs at the normal fast engine speed all the time.
Always have
the switch OFF when starting and stopping the engine.
2.11 COLD WEATHER OPERATION/DE-ICER
Under certain weather conditions (temperatures below 40° F (4° C) and a
high dew point), the engine may experience icing of the carburetor and/or
the crankcase breather system. To eliminate this problem, this generator
engine is fitted with a winter/summer valve. This directs hot air into the
carburetor during cold weather operation. Always make sure the winter/
summer valve is in the correct location relative to the weather conditions.
2.12 LOW OIL PRESSURE SHUTDOWN
SYSTEM
The engine is equipped with a low oil pressure sensor that shuts down
the engine automatically when the oil pressure drops below 10 psi. If the
engine shuts down by itself and the fuel tank has enough gasoline, check
engine oil level.
2.12.1 INITIAL START-UP
A delay built into the low oil shutdown system allows oil pressure to build
during starting. The delay allows the engine to run for about 10 seconds
before sensing oil pressure.
Operation
