Westinghouse iGen2550 User Manual page 17

OPERATION
l For cold starting, turn the engine/fuel control switch to
the CHOKE
position.
NOTE: If you are re-starting the generator, turn engine/
fuel control switch to the RUN
l Firmly grasp and pull the recoil handle slowly until you
feel increased resistance. At this point, pull the recoil
handle rapidly away from the generator until the engine
starts.
NOTE: Gently return the recoil handle into place after
starting the unit. Do not let it snap back against the unit.
During initial starting, additional pulls may be required
to prime the fuel pump.
l After the engine starts turn the engine/fuel control switch
to the RUN
position.
l When the OUTPUT READY LED illuminates, you can
safely connect loads to the control panel receptacles.
NOTE: Verify that all devices are turned off before
connecting them to the generator.
NOTE: Make sure that the wattage requirements for
all connected devices are in line with your generator's
capabilities.
FIG. 12
E
D
F
A - Engine/Fuel Control Switch
B - Choke
C - Run
D - Gasoline OFF
E - OFF
F - Pull Recoil Handle
position.
B
C
l Connect and start the largest device or appliance.
l Allow the generator output to stabilize. Once stable,
the engine should run smoothly, and the device should
function properly.
l Connect and start the next largest device or appliance.
l Allow the generator output to stabilize.
l Repeat this process for each additional load.
STOPPING THE GENERATOR
See Figures 11 - 13.
l Remove any connected loads from the control panel
receptacles.
l Allow the generator to run at "no load" to reduce and
stabilize engine and alternator temperatures.
l Turn the engine/fuel control switch to the OFF
l Turn the vent knob on the fuel cap to the OFF position.
To stop the unit quickly in an emergency:
l Turn the engine/fuel control switch to the OFF
FIG. 13
A
B
N
K
H
J
A - 120 Volt AC 20 Amp Receptacles
B - 120 Volt AC 30 Amp Receptacle
C - Parallel Operation Outlets
D - ECO Mode Switch
E - Reset Button
F - 20 Amp Circuit Breaker
G - USB Ports
H - Overload LED
I - 30 Amp Circuit Breaker
J - Output Ready LED
K - Low Oil LED
position
position
C
D
E
F I
G
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