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Westinghouse WH6000 — Manually Starting a Generator

Operation · Engine

For the Westinghouse WH6000, from the Westinghouse owner's manual.

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Before you start

  • Never pull recoil handle hard; use steady motion
  • Do not leave choke in ON position after starting

Procedure

  1. Move generator to flat, level surface.
  2. Move fuel shutoff valve to ON position.
  3. Move choke lever to ON position.
  4. Move engine control switch to START position.
  5. Pull recoil handle with quick, firm motion until engine starts.
  6. Once engine starts, return engine control switch to RUN position.
  7. Move choke lever to OFF position once engine is warm.

Tools required

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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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