Fuel Valve Switch; Break-In Period; Frequency Of Use; Before Starting The Generator - Westinghouse iGen4500 Manual De Usuario

OPERATION
FUEL SWITCH
Turn the fuel switch fully to the right for gasoline operation.
Turn the fuel switch fully to the left to shut the fuel valve
OFF.

BREAK-IN PERIOD

For proper break-in, do not exceed 50% of the rated
running watts (1850 watts) during the first five hours of
operation.
Vary the load occasionally to allow stator windings to heat
and cool and help seat the piston rings.

FREQUENCY OF USE

If the generator will be used on an infrequent or intermittent
basis (more than one month before next use), refer to the
Battery Maintenance and Storage sections of this manual
for information regarding battery and fuel deterioration.

BEFORE STARTING THE GENERATOR

• Verify that the generator is placed in an safe, appropriate
location.
• Make sure the generator is on a dry, flat, and level
surface.
• Verify that the engine is filled with oil.
• Verify that all loads are disconnected.
Fire and explosion hazard. DO NOT move or tip the
generator during operation.
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DANGER

STARTING THE ENGINE

1. Verify that fuel is in the gas tank.
2. Turn the fuel switch to the ON position.
3. Push the battery switch to the ON position.
4. Choose the starting method:
a. Recoil Start: Firmly grasp and pull the recoil handle
slowly until you feel increased resistance, then pull
rapidly.
b. Remote Start: Push and hold the ON button on the
remote start key fob for one second.
c. Push-Button Start: Push and hold the engine start
button for two seconds.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

1. Turn off and unplug all connected electrical loads.
Never start or stop the generator with electrical devices
connected.
2. Let the generator run with no load for several minutes to
stabilize internal temperatures.
3. Push and hold the ON/OFF button for one second or
push OFF on the remote start key fob for one second.
4. Push the battery switch to the OFF position.
Note: If the engine will not be used for two weeks or longer,
refer to the Storage section for correct engine and
fuel storage procedures.