flames. Do not smoke whist refuelling the generator.
6.4. CHECKING COMPONENT PARTS:
Before starting the generator please check the
following:
6.4.1. Check for any fuel leaking from any part of the
generator.
6.4.2. Check that all the nuts and bolts are securely
tightened on the generator.
6.4.3. Check for any visible damaged components on
the generator.
6.4.4. Check that the generator is not resting on or
adjacent to any electrical wiring.
6.5. CHECK THE GENERATOR SURROUNDINGS:
WARNING:
Make sure you review each warning in order to
prevent fire hazards. Keep the surrounding area clear
of flammables or other hazardous materials. Keep
the generator at least 3 feet (1 meter) away from
all buildings and or other structures. Only operate
the generator in a dry, well-ventilated area. Keep the
exhaust pipe clear of all foreign objects. Keep the
generator away from open flames. Do not smoke in
close proximity to the generator. Keep the generator on
a flat and level surface.
Do not attempt to block the generator air vents with
any paper or other material/objects.
7. OPERATING PROCEDURES:
7.1. STARTING THE GENERATOR ENGINE:
7.1.1. Switch to the “ON” position. FIG.1
7.1.2. Open the fuel valve. FIG.2
7.1.3. Turn the choke lever to “CLOSED” position if the
generator engine is cold. Fig.3
7.1.4. Pull the recoil starter until resistance is felt.
FIG.5
7.1.5. This is the “compression” point. Return the
handle to its original position, and then pull swiftly.
7.1.6. Once the engine has started, please return the
choke lever to the open position.
7.1.6. If the generator engine fails to start after several
attempts, repeat above the procedures with the choke
knob returned to the “OPEN” position. FIG.4
7.1.7. Do not pull the rope of the recoil starter out
completely.
7.1.8. After starting the generator allow the starter
handle to return to its original position whilst still
holding on to the handle.
7.2. USING ELECTRIC POWER:
WARNING:
Make sure that the appliance is switched OFF before
connecting it to the generator.
Do not move the generator while it is running.
7.3. STOPPING THE GENERATOR:
7.3.1. Turn off the power switch of the electric
equipment and unplug the cord from the receptacle of
the generator.
7.3.2. Switch to the “OFF” position. Fig 6
7.3.3. Close the fuel valve. Fig 7
OFF
ON
CLOSE
Fig 7
ON
OFF
Fig 6
OFF
ON
OPEN
Fig 2
ON
OFF
Fig 1
PULL
RAPIDL
Y
RECOIL
STARTER
HANDLE
Fig 5
Fig 3
close
open
Fig 4
