Porter-Cable DBSI325 - Manual (Page 12)

12- ENG D26608
TO START THE ENGINE
Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poor ventilated
areas, engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly gas.
1. Open the fuel shut-off valve.
2. Move the choke control located on the engine to the “Choke” position.
NOTE: No choke is required on warm engines. make sure choke is in the
“RUN” position on warm engine starts.
3. On the engine there is a ON/OFF switch located on the
front panel of the engine. Place this switch to the "ON"
position.
4. Grasp handle on rope starter and pull slowly until
resistance is felt. Let the rope rewind slowly. Pull rope
with a rapid full arm stroke. Let rope rewind slowly.
Repeat if necessary.
5. When engine starts, gradually move the choke to the
“RUN” position
IMPORTANT: Allow generator to run at no load for 5 minutes
upon each initial start-up to allow engine and generator to
stabilize.
STOPPING ENGINE
1. Disconnect all electrical loads.
2. Turn ON/OFF switch to "OFF" position.
3. Close fuel shut-off valve.
CHOKE