Craftsman 580.326300 Owner's Manual page 9

TO START THE ENGINE
CAUTION
Exceeding generators wattage/amperage capacity
can damage generator and/or electrical devices
connected to it.
• See "Don't Overload Generator".
• Start generator and let engine stabilize before connecting
electrical loads.
• Connect electrical loads in OFF position, then turn ON
for operation.
• Turn electrical loads OFF and disconnect from generator
before stopping generator.
IMPORTANT: Always unplug the battery float charger
before starting the generator.
Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. Use
the following start instruction steps by numerical order:
1. Make sure unit is on a level surface.
IMPORTANT: Failure to start and operate unit on a
level surface will cause the unit not to start or shut
down during operation.
2. Turn fuel valve to "On" position. Fuel valve handle
should be vertical (pointing toward the ground) for
fuel to flow.
Fuel Valve is shown
in the On position
3. Place choke lever in "Choke" position.
4. Set rocker switch to "On" position.
Rocker Switch is shown
in the On position
5A. For electric starting, press start switch on
generator cradle until engine starts. To prolong life
of starter components, press starter button for no
more than 5 seconds, then pause for 1 minute.
• If engine starts, proceed to step 7.
• If engine fails to start, proceed to step 6.
NOTE: If battery is discharged, use manual starting
instructions.
5B. For manual starting, grasp recoil handle and pull
slowly until slight resistance is felt. Then pull
rapidly one time only to start engine.
• If engine starts, proceed to step 7.
• If engine fails to start, proceed to step 6.
WARNING
Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback)
will pull hand and arm toward engine faster
than you can let go.
Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains
could result.
• When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is
felt and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
• NEVER start or stop engine with electrical devices
plugged in and turned on.
6. Move choke lever to "Half" choke position, and
pull recoil handle twice.
• If engine fails to start, repeat steps 5 thru 7.
7. Slowly move choke lever to "Run" position. If
engine falters, move choke lever to "Half" choke
position until engine runs smoothly, and then to
"Run" position.
IMPORTANT: If engine floods, place choke lever in
"Run" position and crank until engine starts.
NOTE: If engine starts after 3 pulls but fails to run, or
if unit shuts down during operation, make sure unit is
on a level surface and check for proper oil level in
crankcase. This unit may be equipped with a low oil
protection device.
WARNING
Running engines produce heat.
Temperature of muffler and nearby areas
can reach or exceed 150°F (65°C).
Severe burns can occur on contact.
Combustible debris, such as leaves, grass,
brush, ect. can catch fire.
• DO NOT touch hot surfaces.
• Allow equipment to cool before touching.
• The generator must be at least 5 feet from structures having
combustible walls and/or other combustible materials.
• Keep at least 3 feet of clearance on all sides of generator
for adequate cooling, maintenance and servicing.
• In the State of California a spark arrester is required by
law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources
Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws
apply on federal lands. If you equip the muffler with a
spark arrester, it must be maintained in effective working
order.You can order a spark arrester through your
authorized Sears service dealer.
TO STOP THE ENGINE
1. Unplug all electrical loads from generator panel
receptacles. NEVER start or stop engine with
electrical devices plugged in and turned on.
2. Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to
stabilize internal temperatures of generator.
CAUTION
Backfire, fire or engine damage could occur.
• DO NOT stop engine by moving choke lever to "Choke"
position.
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