Multiquip AC Generator GA-6HA User Manual

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Figure 5. Choke Lever

5. Grasp the starter grip (Figure 7) and slowly pull it out.

The resistance becomes the hardest at a certain
position, corresponding to the compression point. Pull
the starter grip briskly and smoothly for starting.

Figure 7. Starter Grip

2. Place the

choke lever (Figure 5) in the CLOSED

position if starting a

cold engine.

3. Place the

choke lever (Figure 5) in the OPEN position

if starting a

warm engine or the temperature is

warm.

4. Place the

generator ON/OFF switch (Figure 6) in the

ON position.

Figure 6. Generator On/Off Switch

6. If the engine has started, slowly return the choke lever

(Figure 5) to the

OPEN position. If the engine has not

started, repeat steps 1 through 5.

7. Before the generator is placed into operation, run the

engine for 3-5 minutes. Check for abnormal smells,
fuel leaks, and noises that would associate with loose
components.

Figure 8. Idle Control Switch

Connecting the Load

1. Place the full power switch (Figure 9) in the 120V or

240/120V position depending on application.

Figure 9. Power Switch

2. If small wattage power tools are required, connect

them to the 60 Hz output receptacles at this time.

Stopping the Engine

1. Place the main circuit breaker (Figure 3) in the OFF

position.

2. Place the

idle control switch (Figure 8) in the OFF

position.

3. Let the engine run at idle with no load for 2-3 minutes.

4. To shut down the engine, place the generator ON/OFF

switch (Figure 6) in the OFF position.

5. Place the engine

fuel valve lever (Figure 4) to the

"OFF" position.

6. Remove the

load from the generator.

Place the idle control switch (Figure 8) in the ON
(up) position.

Figure 10. Main Circuit Breaker (ON)

3. Place main circuit breaker (Figure 10) in the ON

position.