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16 www.honeywellgenerators.com HW5500/HW5500E/HW5500EL/HW5500L Portable Electrical Generator Owner’s Manual
Starting Generator
Electric Start (HW5500E and HW5500EL Mod-
els Only)
1. Be sure generator is placed outside, in well-ventilated
area.
2. Confirm the circuit breakers are set.
3. Turn fuel valve to ON position.Pull
4. choke control to ON position.
5. Press and hold engine control switch in START posi-
tion until engine starts.
6. When the engine starts, release the engine control
switch allowing it to settle to the RUN (center) posi-
tion.
7. As engine warms up, and RPM stabilizes, gradually
push choke control to OFF position.
NOTE:
While engine is running, a small “trickle” charge is applied
to starting battery.This keeps an adequate battery charge.
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.
NOTICE
Keep the generator at a minimum of 6 feet (2 meters) from
any building, object, or wall.
FIGURE 21: Circuit Breaker Position
FIGURE 22: Fuel Valve Lever — ON/OFF position
FIGURE 23: Choke Rod
WARNING
Set Tripped
ON
OFF
FIGURE 25: Engine Control Switch
NOTICE
If engine will not start, move the choke to the OFF posi-
tion to reduce fuel to the engine.
NOTICE
• Holding engine control switch for more than 5 seconds
can damage starter motor. If engine fails to start after 5
seconds, release engine start switch and wait 10 sec-
onds before attempting to start engine again.
• If you notice engine cranking speed drop after a period
of time, it may be an indication that battery should be
recharged.
To avoid generator damage, NEVER press the engine con-
trol switch to the START position while generator is running.
START
ENGINE
STOP
RUN
CAUTION