Generac Power Systems 9344-1 - Manual (Page 8)

® Check Coolant Level: Check coolant level prior to
initial use and at recommended intervals. Refer to
SPECIFICATIONS and MAINTENANCE sections
for procedures and recommendations.
® Check Fuel Supply: Make sure an adequate sup­
ply of clean fuel is available to the engine. Many
installations include a Fuel Shutoff Valve, which you
must open before starting the engine.
NOTE: On some installations, the generator may have
been provided with its own fuel tank. On other installa­
tions, the generator may "share" with the vehicle’s fuel
tank. When the vehicle’s tank is shared, some installers
may have installed a generator fuel pick up tube in the
shared tank that is shorter than the vehicle’s pick up
tube. When a shorter generator fuel pickup tube is
installed in the tank, the generator will run out of gas
while sufficient fuel remains in the tank for vehicle
engine operation.
START THE GENERATOR
To start the generator from either the generator control
panel or from the optional Remote Panel, proceed as
follows:
1. Turn OFF electrical loads, using whatever means
provided.
NOTE: If starting from the generator panel, turn OFF
loads by setting the generator’s main circuit breaker to
OFF or OPEN. If starting from a Remote Panel, turn
OFF loads using whatever means is provided in the
vehicle (such as a main circuit breaker.)
2. Press the preheat switch (if engine is cold) for
. between 15 and 30 seconds.
3. At the same time, hold the Engine-Start/Stop
Switch at START and press the preheat switch to
crank engine. Release the switch when the engine
starts.
4. Let the engine stabilize and warm up.
5. Turn ON electrical loads, using whatever means
provided.
SHUTTING DOWN THE GENERATOR
1. Turn OFF electrical loads, using whatever means
provided.
2. Let the engine run at no-load for a few minutes to
stabiize internal temperatures.
3. Set the Engine-Run/Stop Switch to STOP position.
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