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Section 2 – Operation
Recreational Vehicle Generator
2.1 GENERATOR CONTROL PANEL
The following features are mounted on the generator
control panel (Figure 2.1):
Figure 2.1 – Generator Control Panel
PRIME
FUEL
STOP
START
30A
C.B.
FUSE
CONTROL CENTER
7. 5 A
2.1.1 FUEL PRIMER
Before starting a cold engine (if it has not been
started in more than two weeks), press this switch
for approximately 10 to 15 seconds to bring fuel
from the tank to the carburetor. This rocker type
switch springs back into its original position when
released.
2.1.2 START/STOP SWITCH
To crank and start the engine, hold this switch in the
START position. Release the switch when the engine
starts. To stop an operating engine, press and hold
the switch in the STOP position until the engine shuts
off. The switch center position is the RUN position.
2.1.3 FUSE
The fuse protects the engine’s DC control circuit
against electrical overload. If the fuse element has
melted open due to overloading, the engine cannot
be cranked. If the fuse must be replaced, use only an
identical replacement.
2.1.4 MAIN BREAKER
The main breaker protects the generator’s AC output
circuit against overload and provides a method of
turning OFF the generator’s 120-volt AC output to the
vehicle circuits. This generator has 30-amp breaker.
2.2 OPTIONAL REMOTE
START/STOP PANEL
A remote mounted Start/Stop Panel is available that
allows starting and stopping the generator engine
conveniently from inside the vehicle.
Order part number 0F0429 or 0F0430, a remote
panel that includes a Start/Stop switch, a generator
run lamp, a fuel prime switch, and an hourmeter.
The hourmeter provides a continuous indication of
engine/generator operating time. Use the hourmeter
for checking off periodic maintenance requirements
on the unit.
2.3 AUTOMATIC CHOKE
The engine is equipped with an automatic choke that
consists of two main components: a choke solenoid
and prechoke.
2.3.1 CHOKE SOLENOID
During engine cranking (Start/Stop switch at START),
a solid-state choke module signals the choke sole-
noid to activate and cycle (choke on/choke off) until
the engine starts. The choke solenoid thus opens
and closes the carburetor choke valve only when the
engine is cranking. When the engine starts, the choke
stops cycling.
2.3.2 PRECHOKE
The choke system also has a temperature-sensitive
metal strip that adjusts choke valve angle according
to ambient temperatures (i.e., in cold ambient tem-
peratures, choke valve closes more). Once the engine
starts, an element heats the temperature-sensitive
strip to a normal operating condition, opening the
choke valve. This may take about three minutes in
cooler weather.
2.4 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
NOTE:
Instructions and information in this manual
assume the generator has been properly installed,
connected, serviced, tested and adjusted by a
qualified installation technician or installation
contractor.
2.4.1 INSTALLATION
Generator installation must have been properly com-
pleted so it complies with all applicable codes, stan-
dards and regulations and with the manufacturer's
recommendations.