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STARTING THE ENGINE
STARTING THE ENGINE
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause
unconsciousness and even kill you.
Avoid any enclosed areas, partially enclosed areas or activities that
may expose you to carbon monoxide.
For your safety, avoid starting or operating the generator in an
enclosed area such as a garage. Your generator's exhaust contains
poisonous carbon monoxide gas that can collect rapidly in an
enclosed area and cause illness or death.
Perform
PRE-OPERATION CHECK
(see page ).
Make sure that all appliances are disconnected from the AC
receptacles.
Turn the fuel cap vent lever to the ON position.
To start a cold engine, move the choke lever to the CLOSED position.
To restart a warm engine, leave the choke lever in the OPEN position.
Turn the engine switch to the ON position.
Pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance, then pull
briskly.
Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return it
gently to prevent damage to the starter or housing.
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