Start Procedure; To Start The Engine; Break-In Period; Equipment Operation - Chicago Electric 98391 Set Up, Operating, And Servicing Instructions

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1.
Turn the ignition key to the off posi-
tion.
2.
Push down on the fuel shut off lever
to release the Control Handle (13).
3.
Turn the fuel valve to its "OFF" posi-
tion.

start procedure

Before starting the engine:
a.
Follow the set up instruc-
tions to prepare the equip-
ment.
b.
inspect the equipment and
engine.
Fill the engine with the prop-
c.
er amount and type of fuel
and oil.
d.
read the equipment opera-
tion section that follows.

to start the engine:

1.
Unplug all loads from the Generator
before starting to prevent permanent
damage to any appliances or tools.
2.
Depress the Decompression Handle
(16) all the way (Cold starting only).
3.
Open the front
panel and turn the fuel shut-off valve
to its "OPEN" position.
4.
Rotate the Control Handle (13) to the
right until release button on the Right
hand side of the Handle Bracket (12)
pops up and locks in place.
SKU 98391
For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
Decompression
Handle
5.
Insert the en-
gine key into the ignition and turn it to
"START" position for up to 10 sec-
onds. Note: To prolong starter life,
use short starting cycles (10 seconds
maximum). If the engine does not
start, wait one minute before attempt-
ing to start again.

Break-in period

1.
Breaking-in the engine will help to
ensure proper equipment and engine
operation, and will extend the en-
gine's lifespan. The warranty is void
if the engine is not broken in properly.
The first 20 hours of operation is the
break-in period.
2.
During the first 3 hours of use:
Do not apply a heavy load to the
equipment.
3.
After the first 20 hours of use:
Change the engine oil.
Under normal operating conditions
subsequent maintenance follows the
schedule explained in the MAINTE-
NANCE AND SERVICING section.
Control
Handle
Release
Button
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