Operation – John Deere HR-G1700i User Manual

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Operator’s Manual

OPERATION

STARTING THE GENERATOR:

CAUTION: CHECK THE OIL LEVEL BEFORE EACH

OPERATION AS OUTLINED ON PAGE 21.

1. Make sure all appliances are disconnected from the

generator.

2. Turn engine switch to the “ “ (CHOKE) position (Fig. 7).

(When the engine is warm or temperature is high, start engine

with the switch at “ “ (RUN) position).

CAUTION: DO NOT CONNECT APPLIANCES WITH

DEFECTIVE LINES AND/OR PLUGS.

BE SURE APPLIANCES ARE NOT CONNECTED

TO GENERATOR WHEN STARTING UP.

STARTING THE GENERATOR WITH AN

APPLIANCE CONNECTED COULD RESULT IN

DAMAGE TO THE GENERATOR AND/OR

APPLIANCE AND PERSONAL INJURY.

3. Pull the recoil starter handle slowly until passing the

compression point (resistance will be felt), then return the

handle to its original position and pull briskly. (Fig. 8)

4. After starting, allow the recoil starter handle to return to its

original position with the handle still in your hand.

NOTE: If the engine fails to start after several attempts, repeat

the starting procedures mentioned above with the engine

switch placed at “ “ (RUN) position.

5. After 20 to 30 seconds of warm-up is completed, turn the

engine switch to “ “ (RUN) position. (Fig. 9)

6. Make sure the output lamp is on. This indicates that the

generator is properly operating.

NOTE: Please consult with an authorized John Deere Dealer

if the output lamp is off during the proper operation.

7. Test the GFCI receptacle 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 RECEPTACLE. SEE DEALER FOR SERVICE

IMMEDIATELY.

8. If GFCI receptacle test correctly, ﬁrmly push the reset button

to restore power. A distinctive click should be heard or felt

when this is complete. IF THE RECEPTACLE DOES NOT

RESET PROPERLY, DO NOT USE THE RECEPTACLE. SEE

DEALER FOR SERVICE IMMEDIATELY.

Operation

(Fig. 7)

(Fig. 9)

Recoil Starter Handle

Pull Briskly

(Fig. 8)