Pulsar GD400BN Operator'S Manual Download Page 9

8

Starting The Generator

With the engine started, make sure the Multi-Switch is in 
the ‘RUN’ position, then set the “Low Idle” rocker switch
to your load-based preference

1

Place generator on a level surface

2

Disconnect all electrical loads, including parallel cables 

      from the generator
3

Upper Left “Low Idle” rocker switch to ‘OFF’

4

Upper Right “Fuel Source” rocker switch to propane

 

5

Connect the propane regulator to the propane tank

How to Start Cold Engine with Propane

6

Connect the propane hose to the front panel propane inlet;

      tighten until snug

7

Open the propane tank valve, be aware of any smell of gas

      and apply soapy water to the fittings to check for leaks. Only
      proceed if there are no leaks
8

Turn the Multi-Switch to ‘START’ (choke) to start a cold

      engine

9

Follow the three steps below for a safe recoil engine start

FUEL SOURC

E

CIRCUIT BRE

AKER

INDICATOR L

IGHT

LOW IDLE

PARALLEL C

ONNECTION

TO AVOID DA

MAGE, DO NOT

 CONNECT OR

 DISCONNEC

T PARALLEL

 CABLES WH

ILE THE UNI

T IS RUNNING

.

SELECTOR S

WITCH

STEP 2. Let the recoil handle retract completely.

STEP 3. Grasp the top handle securely and pull the recoil
handle swiftly and completely; the engine should start.

FUEL SOURCE

LOW IDLE

Propane Tank

Propane Hose

LPG INLE

T

Tip:

 Turn the Multi-Switch to ‘RUN’ to restart a warm engine

MULTI-SWITCH

FUEL SOURC

E

CIRCUIT BRE

AKER

INDICATOR LIGHT

LOW IDLE

PARALLEL C

ONNECTION

TO AVOID DAM

AGE, DO NOT

 CONNECT O

R DISCONNEC

T PARALLEL 

CABLES WH

ILE THE UNI

T IS RUNNIN

G.

SELECTOR SWITC

H

STEP 1. Gently pull the recoil handle out until resistance
(engine compression) is felt

To prevent possible injury, follow these steps below for safe
recoil engine starting

CAUTION

FUEL SOURC

E

CIRCUIT BRE

AKER

INDICATOR L

IGHT

LOW IDLE

PARALLEL C

ONNECTION

TO AVOID DA

MAGE, DO N

OT CONNECT O

R DISCONNEC

T PARALLEL

 CABLES WH

ILE THE UNI

T IS RUNNIN

G.

SELECTOR SWI

TCH

Summary of Contents for GD400BN

Page 1: ...tate of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm support pulsar products com 866 591 8921 STOP DO NOT RETURN TO STORE HAVE QUESTIONS OR NEED SERVICE FUEL SOURCE CIRCUIT BREA...

Page 2: ...e or more of the notices below Safety Warnings alert you to potential hazards that could cause death injury or damage to property The decals show one of four words DANGER WARNING CAUTION and NOTICE De...

Page 3: ...bon Monoxide can KILL YOU in minutes Avoid running the generator in the rain or very high condensing humidity Never smoke or allow any heat source near the generator while refueling it Always shut dow...

Page 4: ...tion practices Lifting Handle Left Enclosure Control Panel Recoil Start Spark Plug Access Rear Panel Muffler Fuel Tank Cap FUEL SOURCE CIRCUIT BREAKER INDICATOR LIGHT LOW IDLE PARALLEL CONNECTION TO A...

Page 5: ...4 Control Panel FUEL SOURCE CIRCUIT BREAKER INDICATOR LIGHT LOW IDLE PARALLEL CONNECTION TO AVOID DAMAGE DO NOT CONNECT OR DISCONNECT PARALLEL CABLES WHILE THE UNIT IS RUNNING MULTI SWITCH...

Page 6: ...OR LIGHT Overload Indicator Red When the overload indicator illuminates the generator has detected excess electrical load and the circuit breaker may open trip If the overload indicator illuminates an...

Page 7: ...surface 2 Unscrew the knob to remove oil access cover 3 Unscrew oil dipstick CIRCUIT BREAKER Gasoline is highly flammable and toxic You must read and understand ALL safety instructions before fueling...

Page 8: ...ting propane to your generator Never bring a propane tank inside the home or any enclosed structure After connection check for leaks Open the tank supply valve apply soapy water to the gas fittings an...

Page 9: ...engine start FUEL SOURCE CIRCUIT BREAKER INDICATOR LIGHT LOW IDLE PARALLEL CONNECTION TO AVOID DAMAGE DO NOT CONNECT OR DISCONNECT PARALLEL CABLES WHILE THE UNIT IS RUNNING SELECTOR SWITCH STEP 2 Let...

Page 10: ...PG valve completely Fuel source switch to LPG FUEL SOURCE CIRCUIT BREAKER INDICATOR LIGHT LOW IDLE PARALLEL CONNECTION TO AVOID DAMAGE DO NOT CONNECT OR DISCONNECT PARALLEL CABLES WHILE THE UNIT IS RU...

Page 11: ...IRCUIT BREAKER INDICATOR LIGHT LOW IDLE PARALLEL CONNECTION TO AVOID DAMAGE DO NOT CONNECT OR DISCONNECT PARALLEL CABLES WHILE THE UNIT IS RUNNING SELECTOR SWITCH Using the Generator Operating Range o...

Page 12: ...ust Clean Check Adjust Clean Fuel Hose Inspection Every Two Years Remove Carbon Deposit Check Fill These tasks should be completed by an authorized Pulsar service center Every 125 hours Cylinder Head...

Page 13: ...til all oil has drained wipe up any spills Refill crankcase with 12 ounces 0 35l 10w 30 engine oil check with dipstick Tighten oil dipstick replace oil access cover and tighten the knob Air Filter A d...

Page 14: ...lter element and squeeze gently to distribute the oil film evenly 5 Reinstall the air filter element in reverse order 1 Remove fuel tank cap and fuel tank filter screen 2 Clean fuel tank filter screen...

Page 15: ...tank leave some expansion space Do not run the generator while transporting Protect from direct sunlight Do not transport the generator across rough terrain Engine No Start Fuel System 1 There is no...

Page 16: ...plash Lubrication Splash Lubrication Noise dB at 7m 62 63 Generator Rated Power kW 1 8 2 8 Rated Voltage V 120 120 Rated Frequency Hz 60 60 Rated Power Factor 1 1 Phase Number Single Phase Single Phas...

Page 17: ...16 Electrical Schematic 120V 60Hz Electrical Schematic...

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