Stopping The Generator; Normal Operation; During An Emergency; Maintenance - Westinghouse 5300 Running Watts User Manual

OPERATION
7. Push the engine control switch into the
(see Figure 11).
Figure 11 - Engine Control Switch - RUN
8. Firmly grasp and pull the recoil handle slowly until
you feel increased resistance. At this point, apply a
rapid pull while pulling up and slightly away from the
generator (see Figure 12).
Figure 12 - Engine Recoil Handle - Pull
9. After the engine starts, wait 5 seconds then gradually
move the choke lever back to the OFF position.
10. Plug in electric devices.

MAINTENANCE

position

MAINTENANCE REMINDERS

The VFT meter on this unit has programmed maintenance reminders.
When the VFT meter shows:
This is to remind you to change the oil after the initial 25 hours of run time.
It is time to clean the air filter.
It is time change/clean the fuel filter, clean the air filter, and change the oil.

STOPPING THE GENERATOR

Normal Operation

During normal operation, use the following steps to stop
your generator:
1. Remove any connected loads from the control panel
receptacles.
2. Allow the generator to run at "no load" to reduce and
stabilize engine and alternator temperatures.
3. Position the engine control switch to
Figure 13 - Stopping the generator
NOTE If you plan to store the generator after use,
stop the generator by turning the fuel shutoff
valve to the OFF position and allow the fuel to be
consumed from the carburetor.
4. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.

During an Emergency

If there is an emergency and the generator must be
stopped quickly, position the engine control switch to the
STOP position immediately.
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