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26 Operator’s Manual
OPERATION
Recoil Start
CAUTION: CHECK THE OIL LEVEL BEFORE EACH
OPERATION AS OUTLINED ON PAGE 21.
WHEN STARTING THE ENGINE WITH THE RECOIL
START, SET THE KEY SWITCH AT THE “ I “ (ON)
POSITION BEFORE PULLING THE STARTER
HANDLE.
NOTE: Read Operator’s Manual carefully before operating this unit.
Always be sure to place the generator on a level surface, locking
the wheel with the brake and/or blocking the wheels. (Fig. 7)
1. Make sure all appliances are disconnected from the
generator.
2. Turn engine switch to the “ “ (CHOKE) position (Fig. 8).
(When the engine is warm or temperature is high, start engine
with the switch at “ “ (RUN) position).
CAUTION: DO NOT CONNECT APPLIANCES WITH
DEFECTIVE LINES AND/OR PLUGS.
BE SURE APPLIANCES ARE NOT CONNECTED
TO GENERATOR WHEN STARTING UP.
STARTING THE GENERATOR WITH AN
APPLIANCE CONNECTED COULD RESULT IN
DAMAGE TO THE GENERATOR AND/OR
APPLIANCE AND PERSONAL INJURY.
3. Pull the recoil starter handle slowly until passing the compression
point (resistance will be felt), then return the handle to its original
position and pull briskly. (Fig. 9)
4. After starting, allow the recoil starter handle to return to its original
position with the handle still in your hand.
NOTE: If the engine fails to start after several attempts, repeat
the starting procedures mentioned above with the engine
switch placed at “ “ (RUN) position.
5. After 20 to 30 seconds of warm-up is completed, turn the engine
switch to “ “ (RUN) position. (Fig. 10)
6. Check to make sure the generator voltage is operating at normal
levels by changing over the LED screen in the multi monitor into
the “V” indication. Normal level is approximately 120V.
NOTE: Please contact an authorized John Deere Dealer if the
multi monitor is off during the proper operation.
7. Test the GFCI receptacle on the unit. Push the test button. The
reset button should pop out and there should be no power at
the receptacle. Apply a test load or lamp to each receptacle to
verify. IF THE RESET BUTTON DOES NOT POP OUT, DO
NOT USE THE RECEPTACLE. SEE DEALER FOR SERVICE
IMMEDIATELY.
8. If GFCI receptacle tests correctly, rmly push the reset button
to restore power. A distinctive click should be heard or felt when
this is complete. IF THE RECEPTACLE DOES NOT RESET
PROPERLY, DO NOT USE THE RECEPTACLE. SEE DEALER
FOR SERVICE IMMEDIATELY.
9. Loads can now be applied to unit.
Operation
(Fig. 8)
(Fig. 10)
(Fig. 9)
(Fig. 7)
Brake
Unlock
Lock
STOP
RUN
CHOKE
Recoil Starter Handle
Pull Briskly
STOP
RUN
CHOKE