Generac — Starting the Engine - Analog Controls
Operation
From a Generac owner's manual covering: MLT 4060, MLT 4080, MLT4060, MLT4060MV, MLT4080, MLT4080KV, MLT4150, MLT4150MV. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Generac MLT 4060, Magnum MLT 4080, Generac MLT4060, Generac MLT4060MV, Generac MLT4080, Generac MLT4080KV, Generac MLT4150, Generac MLT4150MV, Mitsubishi L3E engine, Kubota D1005 engine, Kubota D1105 engine, Mitsubishi S4L2 engine
Before you start
- Do not continuously crank engine for more than ten seconds
- Never start the engine with circuit breakers switched on
Procedure
- Verify main circuit breaker and individual light breakers are OFF (O)
- Turn key to GLOW PLUG position, hold 10-15 seconds until glow plug indicator turns red
- Turn key to START position, hold until engine cranks and starts
- Release key; it moves to RUN position
- Allow engine to reach normal operating temperature before switching on loads
Full service-parts list: Generac MLT 4060 →, Magnum MLT 4080 →, Generac MLT4060 →, Generac MLT4080 →, Generac MLT4080KV →, Generac MLT4150 →, Generac MLT4150MV →, Kubota D1005 engine →, Kubota D1105 engine →, Mitsubishi S4L2 engine →
Source: Generac owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.