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3. Starting the Engine
After you have completed the pre-start checklist procedures, you are ready to start the engine.
To start the engine using gasoline:
1)
Disconnect all loads to the generator.
2)
Turn fuel selector switch to gasoline.
3)
Turn the gasoline fuel line valve to the ON position.
4)
For a cold engine, move choke lever to full choke position. To restart a warm engine, move choke lever to
half choke or to RUN position.
5)
Start the engine:
a)
Using electric start
i)
Turn the engine key switch to the START position and hold it there until the engine starts.
Note
: If the engine fails to start after 5 seconds, release key and wait 10 seconds before
attempting to start again. Cranking the electric starter for more than 5 seconds
continuously can overheat and damage the starter motor.
ii)
Release the key when the engine starts.
6)
When engine starts, move choke lever to RUN position.
7)
Under long, continuous-run operating conditions, be prepared to:
a)
Check and refuel the engine on a regular basis. A tank of gas should last about 9.6 hours under 50%
load.
WARNING
:
A running engine is hot enough to ignite fuel. Never add fuel or remove gas cap if engine is
running or still hot. Let cool at least 2 minutes.
b)
Check engine oil level each time you refuel.
c)
Change oil after the first 20 operating hours, and at least every 100 operating hours thereafter, as
directed in the engine owner’s manual.
WARNING:
Never open oil port while engine is running. Hot oil can spray over face and body.
To start the engine using propane:
WARNING:
DO NOT start engine if the propane has a bad odor or smell. Exit area immediately and call
propane supplier or fire department. If possible, shut off propane supply.
1)
Disconnect all loads to the generator.
2)
Turn fuel selector switch to propane.
3)
Open the propane tank valve.
4)
For cold engine, move choke lever to full choke position. To restart a warm engine, move choke lever to
half choke or to RUN position.
5)
Start the engine:
a)
Using electric start
i)
Turn the engine key switch to the START position and hold it there until the engine starts.
Note
: If the engine fails to start after 5 seconds, release key and wait 10 seconds before
attempting to start again. Cranking the electric starter for more than 5 seconds
continuously can overheat and damage the starter motor.
ii)
Release the key when the engine starts.
6)
When engine starts, move choke lever to RUN position.
7)
Under long, continuous-run operating conditions, be prepared to:
a)
Check engine oil level every 24 operating hours.
