Homelite HG3550 Operator's Manual page 14

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CAUTION:
On a level surface with the engine off, check the oil level
before each use of the generator.
STARTING THE ENGINE
See Figures 5 - 7.
NOTE: If location of generator is not level, the unit may not
start or may shut down during operation.
 Unplug all loads from the generator.
 Switch the AC circuit breaker to the OFF position.
 Turn the fuel valve to the ON position.
 Move the choke lever to the START position.
NOTE: If engine is warm or the temperature is above
50˚F, move the choke lever in the RUN position.
 Put the engine switch in the ON ( l ) position.
 Pull the recoil starter grip until the engine runs (a maximum
of 6 times).
NOTE: Do not allow the grip to snap back after starting;
return it gently to its original place.
 Allow the engine to run for 30 seconds, then move the
choke lever to the RUN position.
 Switch the AC circuit breaker to the ON position.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
See Figures 5 - 6.
To stop the engine under normal operating conditions:
 Remove any load from the generator.
 Switch the AC circuit breaker to the OFF position.
 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
 Put the engine switch in the OFF (O) position.
To stop the engine in an emergency situation:
 Put the engine switch in the OFF (O) position.
OPERATION
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RECOIL
STARTER GRIP
OFF
TO START (CHOKE CLOSED)
CHOKE
LEVER
CIRCUIT
BREAKER
ENGINE
SWITCH
Fig. 5
FUEL VALVE
POSITIONS
ON
Fig. 6
TO RUN (CHOKE OPEN)
Fig. 7