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4. Operate the starter. Pull the starter grip lightly until you feel
resistance, then pull briskly in the direction of the arrow as
shown below. Return the starter grip gently.
Note: Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine.
Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter.
5. If the choke rod has been moved to the CLOSED position to
start the engine, gradually move it to the OPEN position as the
engine warms up.
6. The engine should promptly come up to operating speed.
CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
Never permit the choke to remain on after the engine has run for a
short time. It is not necessary to choke the engine when it is warm.
Avoid over-choking.
ELECTRIC STARTING
If the engine is cold and stiff or if the battery is not fully charged,
starting can be made easier by slowly hand cranking the engine
through the compression stroke before pushing the starter switch. This
permits the starter to gain momentum before the heavy load of the
compression stroke occurs. This minimizes the drain on the battery
and improves the possibility of starting under such adverse conditions.
Always keep the battery charged, especially during cold weather
operation.
1. Check oil level, refill as needed.
2. Turn on the fuel supply.
3. Engage the choke by pulling it out.
A warm engine will require less choking
than a cold engine.
4. Depress the toggle switch located on the
receptacle panel, to RUN. Press the START button to turn the
engine over. As soon as the engine is running, the Start button
should be released.
5. Gradually push the choke as the engine warms up.
6. The engine should promptly come up to operating speed.
CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
Never permit the choke to remain on after the engine has run for a
short time. It is not necessary to choke the engine when it is warm.
Avoid over-choking.
STARTING HINTS
1. COLD WEATHER
A. Use the proper oil for the temperature expected.
B. Use fresh winter grade fuel. Winter grade gasoline is blended to
improve starting. Do not use summer grade gasoline.
2. HOT WEATHER
A. Use the proper oil for the temperature expected.
B. Use only summer blended gasoline. Using gasoline left over from
winter may cause the unit to vapor lock.
STOPPING AND STORING
To stop the engine in an emergency, simply turn the engine toggle
switch to STOP.
NOTE:
The use of a fuel additive, such as Sta-Bil or equivalent will
minimize the formation of gum deposits during storage. The additive
may be added to gasoline in the engines fuel tank or to gasoline in a
storage container.
A. Add the fuel stabilizer to the fuel in the tank and run for 2 minutes
to circulate the stabilizer throughout the fuel system.
B. If you choose to remove the remaining fuel from the fuel tank, it
must be drained into an approved container.
C. Start the engine and allow it to run until all the fuel in the
carburetor and the fuel lines has been used up and the engine
stops.
NOTE:
Running the engine to use up the fuel in the lines and
carburetor will still leave a small amount of fuel in carburetor. It is best
extended storage to treat the fuel before draining.
D. While the engine is warm, drain the oil and refill with fresh oil.
E. Clean dirt and chaff from cylinder, cylinder head fins, blower
housing, screen, and muffler areas.
F. Store in a clean and dry area.
OPERATING SPEED
The engine-generator must be run at the correct speed in order to
produce the proper electrical voltage and frequency.
CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
The output voltage should be checked to ensure the generator is
working properly prior to connecting a load to the generator. Failure to
do so could result in damage to equipment plugged into the unit and
possible injury to the individual.
All engines have a tendency to slow down when a load is applied.
When the electrical load is connected to the generator, the engine is
more heavily loaded, and as a result, the speed drops slightly. This
