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3. OPERATING PROCEDURES
3.1 Recoil Starting
(1)
Set the fuel cock at the "ON" position.
(2)
Set the engine speed lever to "RUN" position.
(3)
Pull out the recoil starting handle.
a.
Pull out the handle to the point where you feel strong
resistance and then return it to the initial position.
Push down the decompression lever. It will return
b.
automatically when the recoil starter is pulled.
Pull the recoil starting handle briskly with both hands.
c.
WARNING
Never use any volatile liquid or gas such as
gasoline to cold start the engine. It will severely
damage the engine.
CAUTION
Keep the oil screw plug in the bonnet
except when adding oil. Rain, dirt and other
contaminants may enter the engine if the
plug is not in place. It will cause accelerated
wearout (abrasion) of internal parts.
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3.2 Electric Starting
(1)
Starting
a.
Open the fuel cock
b.
Set the engine speed lever to "RUN" position.
c.
Turn the starting key clockwise to "START" position.
d.
Remove your hand from the key as soon as the
engine starts.
e.
If the engine does not start after 10 seconds wait a
while for about 15 seconds before attempting to start
again.
You might have to keep the starter running for at least 3 to 5
seconds, since the engine incorporates the mechanism where the
ignition circuit is activated by the increase of hydraulic pressure.
In the following occasion, two to three tries may be required for starting the engine:
(1)
The very first starting of a new generator.
(2)
After the refueling of the engine which has been stopped due to fuel shortage.
(3)
Starting after the oil filter change.
Warm up the engine without load for a few minutes. Longer time would be needed in cold
weather.
If the starting motor is working for too long, the battery will go flat and motor seize up will
occur. Always leave the starting key turned on at the "ON" position, while the engine is
running.
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