Starting The Engine; Stopping The Engine - RIDGID RD9H7001P Manual Del Operador

OPERATION
NOTE: Always use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane
rating of 86 or higher. Never use old, stale, or contaminated
gasoline, and do not use an oil/gas mixture. Do not allow dirt
or water into the fuel tank. Do not use E85 fuel.

STARTING THE ENGINE

See Figures 11 - 13.
NOTICE:
On a level surface with the engine off, check the
lubricant level before each use of the generator.
NOTE: If location of generator is not level, the unit may not
start or may shut down during operation.
 Unplug all loads from the generator.
 Turn the fuel valve to the ON position.
 Pull the choke lever out to the START position.
NOTE: If engine is warm or the temperature is above
50˚F, push the choke lever in to the RUN position.
 Pull the recoil starting grip until the engine runs.
NOTE: Do not allow the grip to snap back after starting;
return it gently to its original place.
 Allow the engine to run for 15-30 seconds, then push the
choke lever to the RUN position.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

See Figures 11 and 13.
To stop the engine under normal operating conditions:
 Remove any load from the generator.
 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
 Press and hold the STOP switch until the engine stops.
To stop the unit quickly in an emergency:
 Press and hold the STOP switch until the engine stops.
WARNING:
While operating and storing, keep at least 3 feet
of clearance on all sides of this product, including
overhead. Allow a minimum of 30 minutes of "cool
down" time before storage. Heat created by muffler
and exhaust gases could be hot enough to cause
serious burns and/or ignite combustible objects.
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