3.2.4 Check Starting Performance of
Generating Set
Turn off the main switch and any other
loads.
Be sure to turn off the main switch
before starting.
The generating set should be earthed
to prevent electric shocks.
3.2.4.1 Recoil starting
Start the engine according to the
following procedures:
(1)Open the fuel cock.
(2) Set the engine speed lever at the
RUN position.
(3)Pull out the recoil starter handle.
Pull out the handle until you feel the resistance, then return it back to the initial
position.
Press down the decompression lever. It will return automatically when the recoil
starter is pulled.
Pull out the recoil starter handle briskly with both hands.
ATTENDED
Do not allow the handle grip to snap back against the engine. Return it
gently.
When the engine is difficult to start in cold weather, remove the screw plug
from the cylinder head cover and add 2 cc engine oil.
3.2.4.2.Electric starting
(1)Starting (The preparations for electric
starting are the same as for the recoil
starting.)
Open the fuel cock. (Note: This
procedure is not necessary for generating
set of series KDE type T.)
Set the engine speed lever at RUN
position. (Note: This procedure is not
necessary for generating set of series
KDE type T .)
Turn the starting key to START position.
Remove your hand from the key as
soon as the engine starts.
If the starting motor does not start after
10 seconds, wait 15 seconds before
starting it again.
ATTENDED
Run the starting motor for long time will cost the battery power greatly even
burn out the battery.
Always leave the starting key at ON position while the engine is running.