How To Start Engine - Ford FG4050 Operator's Manual

• Only operate generator on a level surface.
• Always connect the nut and ground terminal on the frame to an appropriate ground source.
How to Start Engine (See fig 8-12)
• Place generator on a level surface. All electrical loads MUST be disconnected from generator.
Manual state generator
• Place the genset switch handle in the "start" position. At this time the unit's damper is in the "closed" position, and
both the oil switch and the engine switch are in the "on" state.(see fig8)
• Gently pull up the start handle until you feel resistance, then pull it quickly as indicated by the arrow in the figure.
（see fig9）
• Let the engine run for a few seconds, then gradually, as the engine warms up, slide the switch handle to the RUN
position until the switch handle fully slides to the RUN position.(see fig10)
Electric state generator
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Turn fuel valve to the "ON" position. (See fig 11)
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Slide the choke lever to the "Choke" position. (See fig 12) SKIP THIS IF THE ENGINE IS WARM OR HOT.
Turn the START/ON/OFF switch (Key) to the "START" position to attempt to start the Engine. If the Engine cranks and
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fails to start within 15 seconds wait about 1 minute before attempting to start again. (See fig 13)
• Let engine run for several seconds and then gradually, as engine warms up, slide the choke lever towards the "RUN"
position until the choke is fully slid to the "RUN" position. (See fig 14)
Switch handle is in
Start position
Fig 8
OPERATION
Generator must be properly grounded to prevent electrocution.
Start
handle
Fig 11
Pulling direction
Fig 9
CHOKE RUN
CHOKE LEVER
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Switch handle is in run position
Fig 10
Fig 12