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Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment | 17
OPERATION
BEFORE STARTING THE GENERATOR
BEFORE STARTING THE GENERATOR,
REVIEW SAFETY SECTION STARTING ON
PAGE 5.
Before attempting to start the generator,
verify the following:
• The engine is lled with engine oil. See Checking
Engine Oil.
• The generator is situated in a proper location. See
Location Selection.
• The generator is on a dry surface. See Weather and
Dry Surface.
• All loads are disconnected from the generator. See No
Connected Loads.
• The generator is properly grounded the Generator. See
Grounding the Generator.
DANGER
Never use the generator in a location
that is wet or damp. Never expose the
generator to rain, snow, water spray or
standing water while in use. Protect
the generator from all hazardous
weather conditions. Moisture or ice
can cause a short circuit or other
malfunction in the electrical circuit.
Never operate the generator in an
enclosed area. Engine exhaust
contains carbon monoxide. Only
operate the generator outside and
away from windows, doors and vents.
NOTICE
The engine is equipped with a low oil shutdown switch.
If the oil level becomes low, the engine may shut down
and not start until the oil is lled to the proper level. Poor
oil quality may interfere with the operation of the low oil
shutdown switch.
The owner of the generator is responsible to ensure the
proper oil level is maintained during the operation of the
generator. Failure to maintain the proper oil level can
result in engine damage.
This generator is equipped with an automatic choke for
starting. This system is always on and cannot be turned
o. Do not attempt to make adjustments to the automatic
choke or any other carburetor adjustments. Tampering
with the automatic choke system may void your warranty.
See an authorized Westinghouse service center for more
information.
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