Starting The Generator (Manual/Recoil) Starting; Stopping The Generator; Low Oil Level Shutdown System - Generac Power Systems XT8000E Series Owner's Manual

4. When the engine starts, move the choke lever to the
RUN position. If engine falters, move choke lever
back to the START position until the engine runs
smoothly and then return it to the RUN position.
5. This generator is also equipped with a manual recoil
starter which may be used if the battery is dis-
charged.
Figure 3-2. Fuel Valve
CHOKE LEVER
LEFT = CHOKE (START)
RIGHT = RUN
Figure 3-3. Choke
3.5 — S T
TARTING
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ANUAL
1. To start the generator, put the off/run/start switch in
the ON position.
2. Turn the fuel valve to the ON position.
3. Move the choke lever to the START position.
4. Firmly grasp the recoil handle and pull slowly until
increased resistance is felt. Pull rapidly up and away
to start engine.
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5. When the engine starts, move the choke lever until
the engine runs smoothly and then fully to the RUN
position. If engine falters, pull choke lever back to
START until the engine runs smoothly and then
return to the RUN position.
If engine fires, but does not continue to run, move
the choke lever to "Start" and repeat starting instruc-
IMPORTANT: Do not overload the generator. Also, do
not overload individual panel receptacles. These outlets
are protected against overload with push-to-reset-type
circuit breakers. If amperage rating of any circuit breaker
is exceeded, that breaker opens and electrical output to
that receptacle is lost. Read "Generator Loads" carefully.
3.6 — S
TOPPING
NEVER start or stop the engine with electrical
devices plugged in and turned on.
1. Shut off all loads, then unplug the electrical loads
from the generator's panel receptacles or extension
cord.
2. Let the engine run at no-load for several minutes to
stabilize the internal temperatures of the engine and
generator.
3. Move the off/run/start switch to the OFF position.
4. Close the fuel valve.
3.7 — L O L
OW IL
S
YSTEM
The engine is equipped with a low oil level sensor that
shuts down the engine automatically when the oil level
drops below a specified level. If the engine shuts down by
itself and the fuel tank has sufficient fuel, check engine oil
level.
NOTE:
tions.
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NOTE:
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EVEL HUTDOWN
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