Fuel Selector Switch; Break-In Period; Before Starting The Generator; Starting The Engine: Gasoline - Westinghouse WGen9500DF User Manual

FUEL SELECTOR SWITCH

Position the fuel selector switch on the front control panel
to the desired fuel choice.
Turn the fuel selector switch fully upward for gasoline
operation.
Turn the fuel selector switch fully downward for propane
operation.

BREAK-IN PERIOD

For proper break-in, do not exceed 50% of the rated
running watts (4750 watts) during the first five hours of
operation.
Vary the load occasionally to allow stator windings to heat
and cool and help seat the piston rings.
OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING THE GENERATOR

Verify that:
• The generator is placed in an safe, appropriate location.
• The generator is on a dry, flat, and level surface.
• The engine is filled with oil.
• All loads are disconnected.
Fire and explosion hazard. DO NOT move or tip the
generator during operation.

STARTING THE ENGINE: GASOLINE

1. Verify that fuel is in the gas tank.
2. Turn the fuel selector switch on the control panel to
gasoline operation.
3. Turn the fuel tank valve to the ON position.
4. Push the battery switch to the ON position.
5. Choose the starting method:
a. Remote Start: Push and hold the START button on
the remote start key fob for one second.
b. Push-Button Start: Push and hold the engine
START/STOP button for two seconds.
c. Recoil Start: Manually close the choke if the engine
is cold. Firmly grasp and pull the recoil handle slowly
until you feel increased resistance, then pull rapidly.
Cold start: Close the choke by moving it right
toward the front handle of the generator.
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