Optional Remote Start/Stop Panel; Automatic Choke; Before Starting The Engine - Generac Power Systems 004702-0, 004703-0, 004704-0, 004705-0, 004706-0, 004707-0 Owner's Manual

2.2 OPTIONAL REMOTE
START/STOP PANEL
A remote mounted Start/Stop Panel (Figure 2.2) is
available that allows starting and stopping the gen-
erator engine conveniently from inside the vehicle.
The remote panel includes a Start/Stop switch, hour-
meter, generator run lamp, a fuel prime switch, and
a wire harness.
Figure 2.2 — Optional Remote Panel
(Part Numbers 0F0429 and 0F0430)
FUEL
PRIME
2.3

AUTOMATIC CHOKE

This engine is equipped with an automatic choke that
consists of two main components: a choke solenoid
and prechoke.
2.3.1 CHOKE SOLENOID
During engine cranking (Start/Stop switch at START),
a solid-state choke module signals the choke sole-
noid to activate and cycle (choke on/choke off) until
the engine starts. The choke solenoid thus opens
and closes the carburetor choke valve only when the
engine is cranking. When the engine starts, the choke
stops cycling.
2.3.2 PRECHOKE
The choke system also has a temperature-sensitive
metal strip that adjusts choke valve angle according
to ambient temperatures (i.e., in cold ambient tem-
peratures, choke valve closes more). Once the engine
starts, an element heats the temperature-sensitive
strip to a normal operating condition, opening the
choke valve. This may take about three minutes in
cooler weather.
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Section 2 – Operation
Recreational Vehicle Generators
RUN
STOP
2.4

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

Instructions and information in this manual
assume the generator has been properly installed,
connected, serviced, tested and adjusted by a
qualified installation technician or installation
contractor.
2.4.1 INSTALLATION
Generator installation must have been properly com-
pleted so it complies with all applicable codes, stan-
dards and regulations and with the manufacturer's
recommendations.
2.4.2 ENGINE LUBRICATION
Have the engine crankcase properly serviced with the
recommended oil before starting. Refer to Section
1.6.3 and Sections 3.1 and 3.2 for oil servicing pro-
cedures and recommendations.

Any attempt to crank or start the engine before
it has been properly serviced it with the recom-
mended oil may result in an engine failure.
2.4.3 FUEL SUPPLY
The engine must have an adequate supply of proper
fuel to operate. Before starting it, check that suffi-
cient fuel is available.
Depending on the installation, the generator may
have either a separate fuel tank, or it may "share"
the vehicle engine's fuel tank.
2.4.4 COOLING AND VENTILATING AIR
Air inlet and outlet openings in the generator com-
partment must be open and unobstructed for con-
tinued proper operation. Without sufficient cooling
and ventilating airflow, the engine/generator quickly
overheats, which causes it to shut down and may
damage the generator.
2.4.5 ENGINE EXHAUST GAS
Before starting the generator engine, be sure there is
no way for exhaust gases to enter the vehicle interior
and endanger people or animals. Close windows,
doors and other openings in the vehicle that, if open,
might permit exhaust gases to enter the vehicle.
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