Starting the Generator. Wacker Neuson GPi 1700

Operation

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Starting the Generator

GPi 1700

CAUTION

Personal injury or machine damage hazards. Starting the generator with equipment attached can damage the generator or the equipment. Unexpected equipment start-up can cause personal injury.

f Disconnect all equpment from the generator before starting it.

Starting procedure

Follow the procedure below to start the machine.

1. Turn the engine switch (y) to the CHOKE position (or the RUN position if the engine is warm or the ambient temperature is high).

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2. Pull the recoil starter (a) slowly until you feel resistance.

3. After you feel resistance, return the recoil starter to its original position and pull quickly. The engine will start.

4. If you started the machine with the engine switch in the CHOKE position, allow the engine to run for 20–30 seconds and then turn the engine switch to the RUN position.

5. Check to make sure that the pilot indicator light (p) is illuminated. This indicates that the generator is operating properly.

Troubleshooting If the engine does not start after several attempts, repeat the starting procedure with the engine switch turned to the RUN position. If the engine still does not start, refer to the Troubleshooting chapter in this Manual.

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