100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR
OPERATION
19
Starting the Engine
1. Make certain the generator is on a flat, level surface.
2. Disconnect all connected electrical loads from the
generator. Never start or stop the generator with electrical
devices plugged in or turned on.
3. Turn the gasoline fuel valve to the “ON” position.
4. Push the engine switch to the “ON” position.
5. Move the choke to the CHOKE position. Note: for restarting
a warm engine, move the choke to 75% of the CHOKE
position.
6. Pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt and then
pull rapidly.
7. As soon as engine starts, move the choke to the “RUN”
position over a 2-5 second duration.
8. Connect electrical loads.
NOTICE
Keep choke in “CHOKE” position for only 1 pull of the recoil
starter. After first pull, move choke to “RUN” position for
up to 3 pulls of the recoil starter. Too much choke leads to
spark plug fouling/engine flooding due to lack of incoming
air. This will cause the engine not to start.
NOTICE
For gasoline restarts with hot engine in hot ambient
temperature > 86°F (30°C),
keep choke in 75% of the
“CHOKE” position for only 1 pull of the recoil starter. After
first pull, move choke to “RUN” position for up to 3 pulls
of the recoil starter. Too much choke leads to spark plug
fouling/engine flooding due to lack of incoming air. This will
cause the engine not to start.
