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STARTING YOUR GENERATOR
1. Place the generator outside on a dry, level surface. Allow at
least two feet of clearance on all sides of the generator.
2. No electrical devices should be connected to the generator
during startup. This can make it difficult for the engine to start.
3. Check that the generator is properly grounded (see
“GROUNDING THE GENERATOR”).
4. Make sure there is sufficient level of fuel in the fuel tank.
Add fuel if necessary (refer to “FILLING THE FUEL TANK”).
5. Turn the fuel valve to the ON position (Fig. 6, vertical posi-
tion).
6. Move the choke lever to the CLOSED position (Fig. 7 - move
lever to far right position).
7. Set the engine switch to the ON position (Fig. 8 - until the
upper part of the rocker switch is firmly depressed).
8. Place one hand on the generator to hold it in place, and hold
the recoil starter with the other hand. Pull on the recoil starter
handle slowly until a slight resistance is felt. Then pull quickly
to start the engine. Return cord gently into the machine.
Never allow the cord to snap back.
9. If engine fails to start, repeat step 7.
NOTE: After repeated failed attempts to start the engine, please
consult the troubleshooting guide before attempting again. If
problems persist please call (800) 232-1195 M-F 8-5 CST.
10. Once the engine has started, slowly return the choke lever
all the way to the OPEN position (move lever to far left position).
11. Allow the generator to run for several minutes before at-
Before starting the generator, make sure you have read and performed the steps in the “Generator Prepara-
tion” section of this manual. If you are unsure about how to perform any of the steps in this manual please
call (800) 232-1195 M-F 8-5 CST for customer service.
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
tempting to connect any electrical devices. This allows the gen-
erator to stabilize its speed and temperature.
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Fig. 8
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1
ON
OFF
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ENGINE SWITCH
CHOKE LEVER
FUEL VALVE
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