Power Tech Generators PTS-30 Operator's Manual page 11

ENGINE STARTING CONTROLS
1. Main Switch: Turns power On or Off to
the engine start circuit.
2. ON Position: Must be in this position
for the engine to start and run.
3. OFF Position: Used to cut the power to
the start circuit of the engine. Always
turn the switch to the OFF position
when servicing the generator set or
engine.
4. Start: Position to use for starting the
engine. The switch will return to the
original position when released.
5. Stop: Position used to stop the engine.
The switch will return to the original
position when released.
6. Preheat / Prime: Preheats combustion
chamber before starting. Primes fuel
system.
STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Before starting the engine, be sure to
disconnect the power supply from power
line. The engine may be hard to start if a
load is connected.
2. Press the Start / Stop switch to the
"Stop" position for six (6) seconds. This
will preheat the combustion chambers
and aid in starting.
IMPORTANT:
If the engine fails to start on the first attempt, wait approximately 30 seconds than follow the starting
procedure again. Do not run the starter for more than 30 seconds per starting attempt. Allow the starter
to cool 2 minutes between subsequent starting attempts.
IMPORTANT:
Damage to the Starter Motor, Starter Solenoid, Run Solenoid or any generator component due to
excessive or prolonged starting attempts attributed to an external Low Battery Control Monitoring or
Auto-Start System will not be covered by the Power Technology Southeast, Inc. Limited Warranty.
OPERATING THE ENGINE
NON-ECU CONTROLLED
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3. Press the Start / Stop switch to the
"Start" position. This will engage the
starter motor and start the engine.
4. Release the Start / Stop switch when the
engine starts.
CHECK ENGINE AFTER STARTING
1. Allow the engine to warm up 3 to 5
minutes before applying a load. In
colder climates allow a few extra
minutes longer.
2. Check all areas of engine and generator
during warm up. Visual inspection.
3. Listen for abnormal noises.
4. Check for abnormal exhaust gas.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
First, disconnect the power load. Next
press the Start / Stop switch to the Stop
position, the engine will shut down.
NOTE:
Failure to follow this procedure may harm
the generator and cause a premature
malfunction.