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English
OPERATION
STARTING GENERATOR
WARNING: Before starting the generator, be sure that you read and understand all the safety and
operating instructions in this manual.
1. Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator.
2. Check the fuel and oil levels.
3. Place the engine switch in the
(starting) position.
When the engine is warm, place the switch in the (RUN) position.
4. Lightly pull the recoil starter grip until resistance is felt.
Then pull swiftly to start the engine.
● Do not fully pull out the rope.
● After starting, allow the recoil starter grip to return to its original position
while still holding the grip.
● If the engine does not start while the recoil starter grip is pulled several
times, place the engine switch in the RUN position and pull the recoil
starter grip.
5. After the engine speed has become stable, place the engine switch in the
(RUN) position.
6. Warm up the engine for a while.
NOTE: Do not allow the recoil starter grip to snap back. Return it slowly by hand.
NOTE: If the oil level in the engine is low, the engine will not start. If the engine does not start, check the
oil level and add oil as needed.
NOTE: To ensure maximum oil lubrication, place the generator on a level surface.
Fig. 27
Fig. 28
Fig. 29
Engine switch
(RUN)
Recoil
starter grip
Engine switch
(starting)
