Step 3- Ground The Generator; Starting The Generator - WEN POWER Power Pro 5500 Owner's Manual

Step 3- Ground the Generator
A WARNING: Failure to properly ground the generator can result in electrocution.
Ground the generator by tightening the grounding nut against a grounding wire (see
figure 3). A generally acceptable grounding wire is a No. 12 AWG (American Wire
Gauge) stranded copper wire. This grounding wire should be connected at the other end
to a copper or brass grounding rod that is driven into the earth.
Grounding codes can vary by location. Please contact a local electrician to check the
grounding regulations for your area.
STARTING THE GENERATOR
Before starting the generator, make sure you have read and performed the steps in
the "Preparing the Generator for Use" section of this manual. If you are unsure about
how to pelform any of the steps in this" manual please call (888)
315-3080 M-F 8-5
CT for customer service.
A CAUTION: Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator before attempting
to start.
To start your generator, pertbrln the tbllowing steps:
1. Make sure no electrical devices are connected to the generator. Such devices can
make it difficult for the engine to start.
2. Check that the generator is properly grounded (see "Ground the Generator"
above).
3. Turn the fuel valve to the "on" position (see figure 4).
4. Pull the choke rod to the "closed" position (see figure 5).
5. Set the engine switch to the "on" position.
6. Pull on the recoil starter handle slowly until a slight resistance is felt (see figure 6).
Then pull quickly to start the engine. Return cord gently into the machine. Never
allow the cord to snap back.
7. If engine thils to start, repeat step 4. NOTE: After repeated attempts to start the
engine, please consult the troubleshooting guide betbre attempting again. If
problelns persist please call (888) 315-3080 M-F 8-5 CT.
8. Once the engine has started and run tbr about a minute, move the choke rod about
halfway towards the "open" position. Wait another 30 seconds and then move
the choke rod all the way to the "open" position.
9. Allow the generator to run tbr several minutes before attempting to connect any
electrical devices.
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