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Operation
Grounding the Generator (Figure 7)
This portable generator is equipped with a terminal
for the connection of a ground electrode conductor
where a grounding electrode system is required by
NEC Article 250.34(A). The equipment grounding
conductors of the generator receptacles are bonded
to the generator frame. Where the generator
supplies power to cord and plug connected equipment,
like power tools, the frame of the generator is not
required by the NEC to be connected to an earthen
ground electrode. The generator neutral conductor
is bonded to the generator frame in accordance with
NEC Article 250.34(C).
How to Start the Engine (Figure 8-13)
Place generator on a level surface. All electrical loads
MUST be disconnected from generator.
When using gasoline
• Turn fuel valve to the “On” position. (See fig. 9)
• Turn the fuel selector to “Gas” position
(See fig. 10)
• Slide the choke lever to the “Choke” position.
(See fig 11)
Skip if the engine is warm or hot.
• For electric start, Push and hold the
engine Start switch in the “Start” position.
Do not hold the Start switch in the “Start”
position for more than 15 seconds. Allow 1
minute between starting attempts. (fig. 12)
• For manual start, turn the engine Start switch
to the “On” position. Pull the recoil starter grip
slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly.
(See fig 12)
• Let engine run for several seconds and then
gradually, as engine warms up, slide the
choke lever towards the “RUN” position until
the choke is fully slid to the “RUN” position.
(See fig 13)
When using LPG
• Connect gas pipe to the intake nozzle of regulator;
Open the valve of LPG bottle (See fig 8)
• Turn the fuel selector to “LPG” position
(See fig 10)
• Slide the choke lever to the “Choke” position.
(See fig 11)
Skip if the engine is warm or hot.
• For electric start, Push and hold the
engine Start switch in the “Start” position. Do
not hold the Start switch in the “Start” position
Figure 7
The generator must be properly
grounded to prevent electrocution.
• Only operate generator on a level surface.
• Always connect the nut and ground terminal
on the frame to an appropriate ground source.
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