OFF
ON
CHOKE
OPERATION
Starting the engine
NOTICE
Operating this generator less than 3 feet (1 meter) from a building or other obstruction
can cause overheating and damage the generator. For proper cooling, allow at least 3
feet (1 meter) of empty space above and around the generator.
Refer to SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS on page 14 and perform the IS YOUR
GENERATOR READY TO GO checks (see page 14). Refer to AC OPERATION (see
page 17 ) or DC OPERATION (see page 20 ) for connecting loads to the generator.
1. Make sure that all appliances connected to the
generator are turned off. The generator may be
hard to start if a load is connected.
2. Make sure the Smart throttle switch is in the
OFFposition.
3. Turn the engine switch to the ON position.
To start a cold engine, turn the engine switch to the
CHOKE position.
To restart a warm engine, leave the engine switch in
the ON position.
4. Pull the starter grip lightly until you feel
resistance, then pull briskly in the direction of the
arrow as shown.
Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against
the generator. Return it gently to prevent damage to
the starter.
5. If the engine switch was turned to the CHOKE
position to start the engine, turn it to the ON position
as the engine warms up.
6. If you wish to use the Smart throttle system, turn
the Smart throttle switch to the ON position after the
engine has warmed up for 2 or 3 minutes.
ENGINE SWITCH
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SMART THROTTLE
SWITCH
ENGINE SWITCH
SMART THROTTLE
SWITCH
ENGINE SWITCH
