4. STARTING THE ENGINE
■When starting the generator after adding fuel for the first time
or after long term storage or after running out of fuel, turn the
fuel valve lever to the "ON" position and wait10 to 20 seconds
before starting the engine.
Disconnect all loads from the AC receptacles before starting the engine.
4.1 Turn the fuel valve handle to the "ON" position. Pull out the choke knob.
4.2 Turn the engine switch to the "START" position to start the engine.
Pull the choke knob
towards you.
Fuel Handle
Turn the fuel valve handle to "ON" position.
4.3 Insert the engine key and turn the engine switch to the “ON’ position.
4.4 (a) Electric Start: turn the engine switch to the START until the engine has started. Do
not operate the starter for more than 10 seconds.
4.4 (b) Manual Start: pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt then pull the starter
grip briskly toward the arrow as shown below.
ELECTRIC START: