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Operator’s Manual 17
OPERATION
RECOIL START
NOTE: Read Operator’s Manual carefully before
operating this unit. Always make sure the unit
is level and properly grounded. Check engine
oil before starting.
ELECTRIC START
CAUTION:NEVER USE AN ENGINE STARTING
AID SUCH AS ETHER. ENGINE DAMAGE WILL
RESULT.
Use the following procedure to start the engine.
1. Make sure the fuel cock is in the ON position.
2. Set engine speed control to RUN
3. Insert the key into the key switch.
4. Turn the key clockwise to the START position. Release
the key as soon as the engine starts. It will return to the
ON position.
5. If the engine fails to start:
a. Wait until the engine comes to a complete stop before
you attempt to start it again. Engaging the starter
while the engine is still rotating will result in damage
to the starter motor and ywheel.
b. Wait at least 30 seconds before you attempt to start
the engine again. This pause will allow the battery
voltage to recover to prevent damage to the starter
motor due to the low battery voltage.
6. Allow the unit to run for two (2) minute warm-up.
7. Turn main breaker to ON position (GEN-6000 units
only).
8. Test the GFCI receptacle(s) 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 RECEPTACLES(S).
SEE DEALER FOR SERVICE IMMEDIATELY.
9. If GFCI receptacle(s) test correctly, rmly push the reset
button to restore power. A distinctive click should be heard
or felt when this is complete. IF THE RECEPTACLE(S)
DO NOT RESET PROPERLY, DO NOT USE THE
RECEPTACLE(S). SEE DEALER FOR SERVICE
IMMEDIATELY.
SHUTDOWN
CAUTION: FOR MAXIMUM ENGINE LIFE,
YANMAR RECOMMENDS THAT WHEN
SHUTTING THE ENGINE DOWN, YOU ALLOW
THE ENGINE TO IDLE, WITHOUT LOAD,
FOR 5 MINUTES. THIS WILL ALLOW THE
ENGINE COMPONENTS THAT OPERATE
Operation