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• Only operate generator on a level surface.
• Always connect the nut and ground terminal on the frame to an appropriate ground source.
Generator must be properly grounded to prevent electrocution.
Grounding the Generator (See fig 7)
The ground terminal located on the back of the generator frame must always be used
to connect generator to a driven ground rod. Connect the ground terminal to the driven
ground rod with a No 8 AWG (American Wire Gauge) copper wire. The wire connects
to the terminal between the lock washer and nut. Tighten the nut securely to ensure
proper connection. Grounding the generator protects you from electric shock that
results from a build up of static electricity or undetected ground faults.
Fig 7
• Place generator on a level surface. All electrical loads MUST be disconnected from generator.
How to Start Engine (See fig 10-14)
OPERATION
Manual state generator
• Place the genset switch handle in the "start" position. At this time the unit's damper is in the "closed" position, and
both the oil switch and the engine switch are in the "on" state.(see fig8)
• Gently pull up the start handle until you feel resistance, then pull it quickly as indicated by the arrow in the figure.
(see fig9)
Electric state generator
Turn fuel valve to the “ON” position. (See fig 11)
Slide the choke lever to the “Choke” position. (See fig 12) SKIP THIS IF THE ENGINE IS WARM OR HOT.
Turn the START/ON/OFF switch (Key) to the “START” position to attempt to start the Engine. If the Engine cranks and
fails to start within 15 seconds wait about 1 minute before attempting to start again. (See fig 13)
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• Let engine run for several seconds and then gradually, as engine warms up, slide the choke lever towards the “RUN”
position until the choke is fully slid to the “RUN” position. (See fig 14)
• Let the engine run for a few seconds, then gradually, as the engine warms up, slide the switch handle to the RUN
position until the switch handle fully slides to the RUN position.(see fig10)