15 — English
NOTE:
If engine is warm or the temperature is above
50˚F, move the choke lever right to the RUN position.
To turn the engine on, push in at the top of the switch.
To start the engine, push down and continue to push in
on the lock button.
Release the switch when the engine starts.
NOTE:
The battery may require charging before the gen-
erator can be started using only the engine switch. The
generator can be started by pulling the recoil starter grip.
Once the generator is started, the battery will charge as
the unit runs.
To start the engine manually, leave the switch in the ON
( l ) position and pull the recoil starter grip until the engine
runs.
NOTE:
Do not allow the grip to snap back after starting;
return it gently to its original place.
Allow the engine to run for 15-30 seconds, then move
the choke lever right to the RUN position.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
See Figures 12 - 14.
Remove any load from the generator.
Turn the fuel valve to the OFF ( O ) position.
To stop the engine, push in at the bottom of the switch
to place the engine switch in the OFF ( O ) position.
WARNING:
While operating and storing, keep at least 3 feet
of clearance on all sides of this product, including
overhead. Allow a minimum of 30 minutes of “cool
down” time before storage. Heat created by muffler
and exhaust gases could be hot enough to cause
serious burns and/or ignite combustible objects.
OPERATION
MOVING THE GENERATOR
See Figure 16.
Raise the handle to the up position.
Remove any load from the generator.
Turn the engine switch to OFF ( O ) position.
Close the fuel valve.
With your foot on the rear of the frame, tilt the machine
toward you until it balances on the wheels, then roll the
machine to the desired location.
Allow 30 minutes of “cool down” time before storing the
machine.
LIFTING THE GENERATOR
See Figure 17.
Fold the handle to the down position. Never lift or carry
this product using the handle.
NOTE:
This tool is heavy and requires several people to lift.
To avoid back injury, keep your knees bent and lift with your
legs, not your back, and get help when needed.
HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION
Your engine is configured for operation below 2,000 feet
altitude at the factory. Your engine must be reconfigured for
operation above 2,000 feet altitude. Operating the engine
with the wrong engine configuration at a given altitude may
increase its emissions, decrease fuel efficiency, degrade
performance, and cause irreversible damage. Engines
configured for high altitude operation cannot be operated
in standard altitude conditions. A qualified service center
should ensure that your engine is properly configured for
your location.
