Use and Care Manual

3-14 Idle Control
(Models TPG4-4500HDX, TPG4-6000HDX, TPG4-
7000HDX and TPG4-7000HDXE)
(1) The idle control feature automatically reduces engine speed when there is no load on the
generator and automatically increases engine speed up to rated speed when load is
applied.
(15) The idle control feature provides fuel economy and lower noise leevels at no-load
operation.
3-15 How to use Idle Control
(1) Start the engine with AUTO THROTTLE switch set to OFF.
(16) Warm up the engine without a load for a few minutes.
(17) Set AUTO THROTTLE switch to the ON position.
3-16 Checking Idle Function
(1) When the idle function does not operate normally, check the following:
NOTE: Most induction loads, such as an electric motor, require wattage three to five times larger than their
rating at starting. This starting wattage should not exceed the rated output of the generator.
(a) Make sure that the generator is not overloaded.
(b) Set the IDLE Control switch to off when the idle control does not work normally
under the rated output.