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STARTING YOUR GENERATOR
STARTING THE GENERATOR (LPG)
1. Turn the ECO-MODE (Fig. 15) switch to "ON".
2. Turn the choke lever (Fig. 16 - 1) to the "CLOSED" position.
3. Turn the FUEL SELECTOR knob (Fig. 17 - 1) to "LPG".
4. Prime the engine.
To do this, do one of the following:
a. Manual Start: Pull the recoil starter 1 – 3 times.
b. Electric Start: Push the ENGINE SWITCH to the START position
for about 2 seconds, 1 – 3 times.
5. Turn the choke lever (Fig. 13 - 1) to the "OPEN" position.
7. After the engine has started, the output indicator light (green) will light up.
8. Allow the generator to run for several minutes before attempting to connect any electrical devices. This allows the
generator to stabilize its speed and temperature.
NOTE: If you have repeated failed attempts to start the engine, please consult the troubleshooting guide. If problems
persist, please call please call 1-(800) 232-1195 M-F 8-5 CST.
ENGINE BREAK-IN PROCEDURE
The procedure below should be followed when you receive your generator in order to prolong the engine's service
life. This procedure helps to seat the piston rings properly in the cylinder, and will reduce overall wear on the engine.
For the first 8 hours of operation, vary the load, but keep it at or below 50% of the generator's rated wattage, if
possible. If your generator is equipped with an Eco-mode switch (only applicable for certain inverter generators),
engage Eco-mode periodically during the first 8 hours. After the first 8 hours, change the oil, then change it again af-
ter the first 25 hours. You may run the generator at full load after the 8-hour oil change. Refer to the Recommended
Maintenance Schedule in Table 4 for the full maintenance schedule.
Option A: Electric Start
6. Push the ENGINE SWITCH to START and hold for 2-3 sec-
onds, until the engine starts, then release the switch (Fig. 15).
NOTE: If the engine does not start, release the switch and try
again. Keeping the switch in the START position too long can
damage the starter.
NOTE: The battery is shipped partially charged, in order to
maximize its service life, and may not have enough charge
to start the engine during the first use of the generator. If you
have trouble starting the generator the first time using electric
start, use the pull start option and allow the generator to run
for a few hours to charge the battery.
Option B: Pull Start
6. Place one hand on the generator to hold it in place, and pull
on the recoil starter handle (Fig. 16 - 2) slowly until a slight
resistance is felt. Pull quickly to start the engine. Return cord
gently into the machine. Never allow the cord to snap back.
Fig. 15
Fig. 16
Fig. 17
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ON OFF
ECO-MODE
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