Auto-Throttle System; Ac/Dc (Weld) Selector Switch - Honda EW171 Owner's Manual

Auto-throttle System
The auto-throttle system automatically reduces engine speed when AC loads
are turned off or disconnected, or DC welding
is
discontinued. When AC loads
are turned on or reconnected, or DC welding is resumed, the engine returns
to the rated speed.
AUTO: Recommended to minimize fuel consumption and further reduce
OFF: The auto-throttle system does not operate.
noise levels when no load
is
applied to the generator/welder.
Recommended to minimize warm uptime when the engine is started.
AUTO-THROTTLE
AC/DC (Weld) Selector Switch
The AC/DC (Weld) selector switch is located on the control panel.
To avoid accidental arcing, one cable end should be firmly attached to the
object to be welded, and the electrode holder at the end of the other cable
should be held in the operator's hand. DC voltage is present at the welding
terminals at all times, regardless
of
the position of the AC/DC (WELD)
selector.
Under no circumstances should any type
of
electrical appliance be plugged
into any of the AC receptacles when the selector is in the DC (WELD)
position. AC voltage is present at the
AC
receptacle at all times, regardless
of the position of the AC/DC (WELD) selector. However, when this selector
is in the DC (WELD) position, the AC voltage
is
unregulated and fluctuates
considerably.
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