Honeywell HW4000 Owner's Manual page 20

Preparing for Operation
Starting Generator
WARNING
Before starting generator, be sure to thoroughly read
all information provided in this Owner's Manual.
NOTICE
It is very important to maintain proper level of engine oil to
keep engine in good running condition.
• Check engine oil level prior to each use.
Starting generator with appliances connected can cause
permanent damage to appliances.
• NEVER start generator with electrical appliances
plugged in and turned on.
1. Be sure generator is placed outside, in well-ventilated
area.
NOTICE
Keep the generator at a minimum of 6 feet (2 meters) from
any building, object, or wall.
Confirm the circuit breakers are set.
2.
Set
FIGURE 17: Circuit Breaker Position
Turn fuel valve to ON position.
3.
FIGURE 18: Fuel Valve Lever — ON/OFF position
4. Pull choke control to ON position.
ON
FIGURE 19: Choke Rod
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Tripped
OFF
Press engine control switch to RUN position.
5.
ENGINE
FIGURE 22: Engine Control Switch
Grip recoil starter handle and pull slowly until you feel
6.
slight resistance.
CAUTION
Kickback (rapid retraction) of starter cord will pull hand and
arm toward engine faster than you can let go.
Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains could result.
FIGURE 23: Recoil Starter Handle
7. Apply a swift, single pull to start engine. Carefully
return recoil starter handle to its original position.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to generator, do not allow recoil starter
handle to snap back against engine.
NOTICE
If engine will not start, move the choke to the OFF posi-
tion to reduce fuel to the engine.
8. As engine warms up, and RPM stabilizes, gradually
push in choke control to OFF position.
HW4000/HW4000L Portable Electrical Generator Owner's Manual
RUN
STOP