Porter-Cable D27245-028-0 instruction manual Typical Installation of Battery, Unit

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TYPICAL INSTALLATION OF BATTERY

•Recommended Battery for Electric Start: 12V - 45 A H. or 210 CCA (Cold Cranking Amps)

•Purchase battery and battery hardware separately, not included with unit.

1.Place battery in rack with terminals facing to- wards generator head.

2.Place battery bracket (A) over battery as shown in Figure (opposite battery terminals).

3.Place "L" bolt (B) through top and bottom brackets and secure with wing nut (C).

4. Locate the solenoid on the left side

Nuts

Positive (+)

of the unit.

 

Battery Cable

5. Remove the nut from the solenoid post and place one end of the posi- tive (red) battery cable onto the post. Reassemble nut and tighten securely.

Solenoid

Lawn & Garden batteries can come in two terminal

configurations. The Positive (+) and Negative (-) terminals can be oriented so that they are +/- or -/+. See Figure. In the unlikely event that the battery terminals are unmarked, we recommend that you return the battery to the retailer for exchange for a properly marked

battery or let an authorized service center install the battery for you. Failure to connect the battery properly can possibly cause bodily injury. In addition, extensive engine electrical damage not covered under warranty can result.

6.Attach the other end of the positive (red) battery cable to the positive (+) terminal on the battery.

To Prevent sparks connect the red

(positive) cable to the positive (+) terminal before connecting the black negative cable.

7.Attach one end of the negative (black) cable to the negative (-) terminal on the battery.

8.Attach the other end of the negative (black) cable to the frame as shown. Install the star washer between the cable and the frame.

IMPORTANT: See caution before connecting cable to battery.

Negative (-)

Battery Cable

Star Washer

(-) Negative Battery Cable Connection

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Contents Generator Consumer Safety Information Consumer General and Service InformationRead and understand all safety warnings When installing a Double Safety Guidelines / DefinitionsImportant Safety Instructions Risk of Electrocution and FireOperation When damagedRisk of Electrocution and Fire Generator in rainUnit Indoors or in ANY Risk of FireConfined Area Risk of Breathing Inhalation Hazard Risk of Unsafe OperationRisk of HOT Surfaces Risk of Moving Parts SpecificationsBSV750 Risk from LiftingOther Loose Parts AssemblyRemove Generator from Carton Grounding the GeneratorTypical Installation of Battery UnitObtaining Electricity from the Generator Double Throw Transfer SwitchExtension Cord Wire Gauge Chart Length Size Amperage Extension CordsOperation Before Start UP 12V DC OutletGas To Start the Engine Connecting Electrical Loads Stopping EngineMaintenance Engine Preparation BatteryStorage GeneratorDetermining Wattage Requirements Wattage CalculationsRunning Watts Starting Watts Starting Wattage Requirements Volts X Amp = Watts Example 120 volts x 10 amps = 1200 wattsHousehold Wattage Calculator Appliance or Load Device Typical Device Wattage TotalProblem Limited Warranty Responsibility of Original Purchaser initial UserENG D27245 Quick Facts
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