Operation
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3. Starting the Generator
After you have completed the pre-start checklist procedures, you are ready to start the
generator.
To start the engine:
1) Turn the ESC throttle switch 1 to “OFF”.
2) Turn the Engine OFF/ON/CHOKE control 2 to:
A.
CHOKE (cold engine)
a.
Ignition circuit is switched on.
b.
Fuel is switched on.
c.
Choke is switched on.
B.
ON (warm engine)
a.
Ignition circuit is switched on.
b.
Fuel is switched on.
c.
Choke is switched off.
NOTE
: The choke is not required to start a warm engine.
3) Electric Start – Push the engine switch on the control panel no more than 3 seconds to START.
NOTE
: To extend service life of the storage battery, do not press on the switch for more than 3
seconds and keep the interval between two pressings longer than 10 seconds.
