Operating The Generator - Generac Power Systems 1576-0 Owner's Manual

OPERATING THE
GENERATOR
CAUTION!
Never start or stop unit with
electrical loads connected AND with the connected
devices turned ON.
Starting the Engine
Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. Use the
following start instruction steps by numerical order:
1. Turn the fuel valve to the "On" position (Figure 3).
Figure 3 — Fuel Valve
Fuel Valve is shown
in the On position
2. Place the choke lever in the "Choke" position
(Figure 4).
Figure 4 — Choke Lever
3. Set the rocker switch to "On" position (Figure 5).
Figure 5 — Rocker Switch
4. Grasp the recoil handle and pull slowly until slight
resistance is felt. Then pull rapidly to start engine.
Generac Portable Products 3,600 Watt Generator
Rocker Switch shown
in On position
5. Move choke lever to "Run" position a short distance
at a time over several seconds in warm weather or
minutes in cold weather. Let engine run smoothly
before each change. Operate with choke in "Run"
position.
NOTE: If engine still fails to start after 3 pulls, check for
proper oil level in crankcase. This unit is equipped with a
Low Oil Shutdown System. See engine manual.
Refer to the engine owner's manual for complete
starting instructions.
Connecting Electrical Loads
• Let engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes after
starting.
• Plug in and turn on the desired 120 and/or 240 Volt AC,
single phase, 60 Hz electrical loads.
• Do Not connect 240 Volt loads to the 120 Volt duplex
receptacles.
• Do Not connect 3–phase loads to the generator.
• Do Not connect 50 Hz loads to the generator.
• DO NOT OVERLOAD THE GENERATOR. See
"Don't Overload the Generator" on page 8.
Stopping the Engine
• Unplug all electrical loads from generator panel
receptacles. Never start or stop engine with electrical
devices plugged in and turned ON.
• Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to stabilize
the internal temperatures of engine and generator.
• Move rocker switch to "Off" position.
• Move the fuel valve to the "Off" position.
Cold Weather Operation
Under certain weather conditions (temperatures below
40°F [4°C] and a high dew point), your Generac generator
may experience problems.
In an emergency, use the original shipping box as a
temporary shelter:
• Cut off all flaps.
• Cut out one of the long sides of the box to expose
exhaust side of unit. Ensure a minimum of two feet
clearance between open side of box and nearest object.
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