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Westinghouse — Manually Starting the Generator

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From a Westinghouse owner's manual covering: WH3250, WH4500, WH5500, WH6000, WH6500E, WH7000, WH7500E. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Procedure

  1. Set circuit breakers properly.
  2. Move fuel valve to ON.
  3. Move choke to ON.
  4. Push control switch to RUN.
  5. Pull recoil handle firmly.
  6. Move choke to OFF as engine stabilizes.

Source: Westinghouse 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.

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