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Operator’s Manual 17
Operation
OPERATION
Recoil Start
NOTE: Read Operator’s Manual carefully before operating this
unit. Always make sure the unit is level and properly
grounded. Check engine oil before starting.
1. Open fuel valve fuel tank. (See Fig. 3)
2. Turn the idle control switch to the OFF position.
(See Fig. 4)
3. Move choke lever to full choke. If re-starting a warm engine,
the choke should be left in the off position. (See Fig. 5)
4. Turn the engine ignition switch to the ON position.
5. Pull recoil to start engine.
6. Once engine has started, slowly move choke lever to no
choke.
NOTE: When engine fails to start after several attempts, repeat
the starting procedures mentioned above with the choke
lever in the off position.
7. Allow the unit to run for two (2) minute warm-up.
8. Make sure the generator is grounded. See Preparing the
Generator; Grounding Instructions.
9. Turn main breaker to ON position (AC-G6010 units only).
10. Test the GFCI receptacle(s) on the unit. Push the test
button. The reset button should pop out and there should
be no power at the receptacle. Apply a test load or lamp
to each receptacle to verify. IF THE RESET BUTTON DOES
NOT POP OUT, DO NOT USE THE RECEPTACLES(S).
SEE DEALER FOR SERVICE IMMEDIATELY.
11. If GFCI receptacle(s) test correctly, rmly push the reset
button to restore power. A distinctive click should be
heard or felt when this is complete. IF THE
RECEPTACLE(S) DO NOT RESET PROPERLY, DO
NOT USE THE RECEPTACLE(S). SEE DEALER FOR
SERVICE IMMEDIATELY.
12. Turn idle control switch to ON position. Loads can now be
applied to unit.
NOTE: This engine is equipped with a “Low Oil” shutdown
system for engine protection. The engine stops when
the oil level gets too low. The engine will not restart
without adding oil. Refer to Preparing the Generator;
Engine Fuel Capacity for instructions on adding oil.
(Fig. 3)
(Fig. 4)
(Fig. 5)
(Subaru Shown)