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2.8 Lowering the Tower (Manual Winch)
Continue rotating the winch handle counterclockwise until the tower is
resting the bottom.
2.9 Manually Starting the Machine
Prerequisites
Engine oil, fuel, and coolant are at the proper levels
Note:
If fuel tank was drained or run dry it may be necessary to bleed fuel lines.
Refer to engine operator’s manual.
Electrical cable on the tower is in serviceable condition
Circuit breakers are in their OFF positions
Procedure
NOTICE:
Starting the engine under load will damage the
machine.
Follow the procedure below to manually start the machine.
1. Press the START switch
.
This initiates the pre-heat timer,
energizes the fuel
solenoid, and energizes the starter motor.
2. The engine will crank for 10 seconds, and then rest for 10
seconds. If the engine
does not start immediately, the cycle will repeat three (3) times.
3. If the engine does not start after three attempts, the starting
sequence will be
terminated and the Overcrank shutdown indicator
will light. See
section
Troubleshooting Automatic Shutdown
for help.
4. When the engine starts, the starter motor is disengaged.
Note:
After the starter motor has disengaged, the Safety On
WARNING
Electric shock hazard. Do not start the generator if the insulation
on the tower electrical cable is cut or worng through.
OPERATION
