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2.8.1 MANUAL (RECOIL) STARTING
1. To start the generator, put the on/off switch in the ON position.
2. Firmly grasp the recoil handle and pull slowly until increased
resistance is felt. Pull rapidly up and away to start engine.
3. When the engine starts, push choke knob to "1/2 Choke"
position until the engine runs smoothly and then fully in to the
"Run" position. If engine falters, pull choke knob back out to
"1/2 Choke" position until the engine runs smoothly and then
to "Run" position.
If engine fires, but does not continue to run, pull choke knob to
"Full Choke" and repeat starting instructions.
IMPORTANT: Do not overload the generator. Also, do not overload
individual panel receptacles. These outlets are protected against
overload with push-to-reset-type circuit breakers. Read "Don't
Overload the Generator" carefully.
2.8.2 ELECTRIC STARTING
1. To start the engine, press and hold the Start/Run/Stop switch
in the "Start" position. The engine will crank and attempt to
start. When the engine starts, release the switch to the run
position.
2. When the engine starts, push choke knob to "1/2 Choke"
position until the engine runs smoothly and then fully in to the
"Run" position. If engine falters, pull choke knob back out to
"1/2 Choke" position until the engine runs smoothly and then
to "Run" position.
3. This generator is also equipped with a manual recoil starter
which may be used if the battery is discharged.
The switch must be in the RUN position. Use one of the
generator's receptacle outlets along with the included battery
charger to charge the battery while the generator is running.
2.9 STOPPING THE ENGINE
1. Shut off all loads, then unplug the electrical loads from
generator panel receptacles. Never start or stop the engine
with electrical devices plugged in and turned on.
2. Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to stabilize the
internal temperatures of engine and generator.
3. Move Start/Run/Stop or On/Off switch to the "Off" position.
4. Close fuel valve.
2.10 LOW OIL PRESSURE SHUTDOWN SYSTEM
The engine is equipped with a low oil pressure sensor that shuts
down the engine automatically when the oil pressure drops below
5 psi. A delay built into the low oil shutdown system allows oil
pressure to build during starting. The delay allows the engine to
run for about 10 seconds before sensing oil pressure. If the engine
shuts down by itself and the fuel tank has enough gasoline, check
engine oil level.
NOTE:
NOTE:
2.10.1 RESTARTING
If trying to restart the engine within 10 seconds after it shuts down,
the engine may NOT start. The system needs 5 to 10 seconds to
reset.
If the engine is restarted after such a shutdown and the low oil
pressure has not been corrected, the engine will run for about 10
seconds as described above and then stop.
2.11 CHARGING THE BATTERY
Do not permit smoking, open flame, sparks or any
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other source of heat around a battery. Wear protective
goggles, rubber apron and rubber gloves when working
around a battery. Battery electrolyte fluid is an extremely
corrosive sulfuric acid solution that can cause severe
burns. If spill occurs flush area with clear water
immediately.
 Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas while
recharging. An explosive mixture will remain around the
battery for a long time after it has been charged. The
slightest spark can ignite the hydrogen and cause an
explosion. Such an explosion can shatter the battery and
cause blindness or other serious injury.
Use battery charger plug to keep the battery charged and ready
for use. Battery charging should be done in a dry location.
1. Plug charger into "Battery Charger Input" jack, located on the
control panel. Plug wall receptacle end of the battery charger
into a 120 Volt AC wall outlet.
2. Unplug battery charger from wall outlet and control panel jack
when generator is going to be in use.
Do not use the battery charger for more than 48 hours at one
charge.
3.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Follow the calendar intervals. More frequent service is required
when operating in adverse conditions noted below.
Check Oil Level
Change Oil and Oil Filter‡
Clean Spark Arrestor Screen
Service Air Cleaner
Replace Spark Plug
‡ Change oil after first 30 hours of operation then every season.
* Change oil and oil filter every month when operating under heavy load or in
high temperatures.
** Clean more often under dirty or dusty operating conditions. Replace air
cleaner parts if very dirty.
Maintenance
NOTE:
At Each Use
*Every Season/Every 100 Hours
*Every Season/Every 100 Hours
**Every Season/Every 200 Hours
Every Season
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