Pre-Start Checks; Starting The Generator; Stopping The Generator - Holiday Rambler Imperial 2008 Owner's Manual

Pre-Start Checks

Prior to the fi rst start of the day perform a
general inspection including oil and coolant
levels. Keep a maintenance log on number
of hours in operation since the last service.
Perform any service or maintenance that may
be due.
WARNING:
Disable the Auto Gen Start feature
before servicing the generator.
Located behind access door on generator.
Before Starting the Generator:
Clear people and animals from hazards
of electrical shock and moving parts.
All appliances and other large AC
electrical loads must be off.
NOTE:
The generator may require priming. To
prime, hold control switch in the OFF
position. Repeat if necessary. The diesel
generator fuel pick-up tube is cut to
approximately ¼ tank so as not to run
the main engine out of fuel.

Starting the Generator

Push and hold the control
switch in START position until
the generator starts. Release
switch. On diesel models, the
control switch may flash up to
15 seconds, indicating engine
preheat.
WARNING:
Excessive cranking can overheat
and damage the starter motor. DO
NOT crank the engine more than 30
seconds at any one time. Wait at least
two minutes before resuming. If the
generator fails to start refer to the
manufacturer's manual.
WARNING:
When parking near high grass, hot
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exhaust pipe or hot exhaust gases can
ignite the grass.
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WARNING:
When the motorhome is parked,
position the dash air conditioner
vent control in the OFF position to
prevent exhaust gases from entering
the motorhome. The engine exhaust
contains Carbon Monoxide, which is
an odorless and colorless gas. Carbon
Monoxide is poisonous and can cause
unconsciousness and/or death. Inspect
the exhaust system thoroughly before
starting the generator. DO NOT
block the exhaust pipe or situate the
motorhome where the exhaust may
accumulate either outside, underneath,
or inside the motorhome or any nearby
vehicles. Operate the generator only
when safe dispersion of exhaust can be
assured. Monitor the outside conditions
to be sure that the exhaust continues to
disperse safely.
CAUTION:
An exhaust extension adds weight and
stresses the generator exhaust system.
Damage to the exhaust piping or
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exhaust manifold can result allowing
Carbon Monoxide gases to accumulate
under or leak into the motorhome.

Stopping the Generator

Turn off the appliances and
disconnect other AC loads being
used. Allow the generator to run
unloaded for at least one minute
before shutdown to allow the
engine to cool. Momentarily
push the control switch to the
STOP position.
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