Use and Care Manual

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Starting the Generator (Recoil Start)
4. Turn the fuel valve to the “ON”(l) position.
Starter cord kickback(rapid
retraction) will pull hand and arm
toward engine faster than you can
let go which could cause broken
WARNING
When starting engine, pull cord slowly until
resistance is felt and then pull rapidly to avoid
kickback.
bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains resulting in
serious injury.
1. Before starting the generator, check for loose
or missing parts and for any damage which
may have occurred during shipment.
2. Check oil level and fuel.
3. Disconnect all electrical loads from the
generator. Never start or stop the generator
with electrical devices plugged in or turned on.
5. Flip the engine switch to the "RUN"(l) position.
6. Push the battery power restore switch for about
3 seconds and then release.
7. Push the choke button to the “CHOKE” position.
8. Pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is
felt and then pull rapidly.
10. Allow generator to run at no load for few
minutes upon each initial start-up to permit
engine and generator to stablize.
9. Push the choke button to the “RUN” position.