Transporting / Tipping; Before Starting Engine; Starting The Engine - Generac G0069180 El Manual Del Propietario

Transporting / Tipping

Do not operate, store or transport the
equipment at an angle greater than 15
degrees.

Before Starting Engine

1. Verify engine oil level is correct.
2. Verify fresh fuel level is correct.
3. Verify all fittings, gaskets, and couplers are
properly secured.
4. Verify hoses are properly connected.
5. Verify equipment is secure on level
ground, with proper clearance and is in a
well ventilated area.
NOTE: Pumping water with solids larger than
the maximum stated particle size can damage
the pump and void the warranty. Maximum
particle size is
specifications sheet. Ensure that correct
strainer is attached to the suction hose to
prevent pumping larger solids.

Starting the Engine

CAUTION
Equipment damage. Before starting engine, verify
pump is primed with water and suction strainer is
submerged. Failure to do so will cause pump damage
and void the warranty.
NOTE: For units equipped with a Subaru
engine, refer to the Subaru engine manual for
specific starting instructions.
1. Remove water priming plug and fill the
pump with water. Replace water priming
plug.
2. Move fuel valve lever (A) to ON position.
Figure 3-3.Starting the Engine
3. Move choke lever (B) to CLOSED position.
NOTE: For warm engine, leave choke lever in
OPEN position.
4. See Figure 3-5. Move throttle lever (C)
about 1/3 away from the MIN position.
5. See Figure 3-4. Turn engine switch (D)
ON.
8
listed on the product
(000203)
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E
Recoil Hazard. Recoil could retract unexpectedly
if water pressure is not properly relieved from
pump, creating kickback. Kickback could result
in death or serious injury.
6. Grasp recoil handle (E) and pull slowly
until you feel some resistance. Then pull
rapidly to start engine. Return recoil
handle slowly. DO NOT let recoil snap
back against recoil housing.
7. When engine starts, slowly move choke
lever to OPEN position as engine warms.
If engine falters, move choke lever to
B
CLOSE position, then to OPEN position.
If engine fails to start after six pulls, move
choke lever to "OPEN" position, and repeat
step 6.
A
8. When the engine is running smoothly,
adjust the throttle lever to set the desired
engine speed.
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Risk of Fire. Hot surfaces could ignite
combustibles, resulting in fire. Fire could
result in death or serious injury.
Hot Surfaces. When operating machine, do not
touch hot surfaces. Keep machine away from
combustibles during use. Hot surfaces could
result in severe burns or fire.
Figure 3-4.Engine Switch
C
Figure 3-5. Engine Recoil
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Owner's Manual for Water Pump
Operation
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