Eastern Tools & Equipment IN2500i Portable Generator User Manual


 
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4. OPERATION
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F
F
O
N
ON
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z The generator has been shipped without engine oil. Fill with oil
or it will not start.
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EN
G
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N
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SW
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T
C
H
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N
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F
ON
CLOSED
CHOKE
OPEN
1STARTING THE ENGINE
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z Before starting the engine, do not connect electrical loads.
z Turn the AUTO THROTTLE” switch to the “ECO” position.
OPEN
CHOKE
CLOSED
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1. Open the fuel tank air vent to the “ON” position.
2. Turn the fuel cock lever to the “ON” position.
3. Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position
4. Move the choke lever to the “CLOSE” position. Not necessary if
the engine is warm.
5. Pull the starter handle slowly until resistance is felt. This is the
“Compression” point. Return the handle to its original position
and pull swiftly. Do not fully pull out the rope. After starting, guide
the starter handle to its original position while still holding the
handle. Grasp the carrying handle firmly to prevent the generator
from falling over when pulling the recoil starter.
6. Warm up the engine.
7. Move the choke lever back to the “OPEN” position.
8. Warm up the engine without a load for a few minutes.