Operation; Grounding The Generator; How To Start Engine - Ford FG11050PBE Operator's Manual

Grounding the Generator (See fig 9)
The ground terminal located on the back of the generator frame must always be used
to connect generator to a driven ground rod. Connect the ground terminal to the driven
ground rod with a No 8 AWG (American Wire Gauge) copper wire. The wire connects
to the terminal between the lock washer and nut. Tighten the nut securely to ensure
proper connection. Grounding the generator protects you from electric shock that
results from a build up of static electricity or undetected ground faults.
WARNING!
• Only operate generator on a level surface.
• Always connect the nut and ground terminal on the frame to an appropriate ground source.
How to Start Engine (See fig 10-16)
• Place generator on a level surface. All electrical loads MUST be disconnected from generator.
GAS
• Turn fuel valve to the ON position. (See fig 11)
• Turn the fuel selector to "GAS" position (See fig 12)
• Slide the choke lever to the "Choke" position. (See fig 13) SKIP THIS IF THE ENGINE IS WARM OR HOT.
• For electric start, Push and hold the engine START/ON/OFF switch in the "START" position. Do not hold the START/
ON/OFF switch in the "Start" position for more than 15 seconds. Allow 1 minute between starting attempts. (See fig14)
• For manual start, turn the engine START/ON/OFF switch to the "ON" position. Pull the recoil handle (starter cord) slowly
until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly. (See fig 15)
• Let engine run for several seconds and then gradually, as engine warms up, slide the choke lever towards the "RUN"
position until the choke is fully slid to the "RUN" position. (See fig 16)
LPG
• Turn the fuel selector to "LPG" position (See fig 12)
• Connect the propane hose to the intake nozzle of regulator ; Open the valve of LPG bottle (See fig 10)
• Slide the choke lever to the "Choke" position. (See fig 13) SKIP THIS IF THE ENGINE IS WARM OR HOT.
• For electric start, Push and hold the engine START/ON/OFF switch in the "START" position. Do not hold the START/
ON/OFF switch in the "Start" position for more than 15 seconds. Allow 1 minute between starting attempts. (See fig14)
• For manual start, turn the engine START/ON/OFF switch to the "ON" position. Pull the recoil handle (starter cord) slowly
until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly. (See fig 15)
• Let engine run for several seconds and then gradually, as engine warms up, slide the choke lever towards the "RUN"
position until the choke is fully slid to the "RUN" position. (See fig 16)
Fig 10
Fig 14 Electric Start
Generator must be properly grounded to prevent electrocution.
Fig 1 1
START
Fig 15 Recoil Start

OPERATION

WAIT
5sec
CHOKE
START
CHOKE LEVER
Fig 16
14
Fig 9
CHOKE
Fig 1 2
SKIP THIS IF THE ENGINE IS
RUN
RUN
CHOKE LEVER
Fig 13
WARM OR HOT.