GENERATOR FEATURES
M.Battery Charger
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR USE WITH GEL PACK,
SEALED OR SMALL (MOTORCYCLE) BATTERIES.
This generator contains an additional circuit used for battery charging purposes. A DC accessory receptacle is provided on the control panel. A battery charging cable equipped with a matching plug for this receptacle has been supplied with the unit. Line up metal prongs on plug with arrows on receptacle to secure.
The battery charger on this generator is referred to as an unregulated taper charger - the most widely used in the market today. The amount of current flowing will depend on the charging voltage and battery's state of charge. As the battery becomes more fully charged, the output current to the battery decreases and nearly becomes constant. Taper chargers are intended to be used with the provision that they will be disconnected from the battery after a maximum time on charge. Normally a period of 30 to 120 minutes is sufficient to recharge a weak battery. The charge level of the battery should be checked periodically.
CAUTION: This battery charging system is intended to recharge weak batteries, not to "boost start" vehicles. Do not overcharge battery or leave battery unattended.
Note: When the battery charger circuit is in use, the AC capacity is reduced by 96 watts. Make sure the combined load is within the rated limits.
Before charging a storage battery, check the electrolyte fluid level in all the cells. Add distilled water to each cell, if necessary, to bring the level back up to the manufacturer's required level.
WARNING: Storage batteries give off EXPLOSIVE hydrogen gas while charging. Do not allow smoking, open flames, sparks, or spark producing equipment in the area while charging.
Use cables approved for battery charging. Connect a red clip to the positive terminal of the battery. Connect a black clip to the negative terminal of the battery. Connect the other end of the cable to the DC accessory receptacle on the generator panel. After the battery is fully charged, remove the battery charging cable from the generator and then disconnect from the battery posts.
WARNING: Battery electrolyte fluid is comprised of sulfuric acid that can be very dangerous and cause severe burns. Do not allow this fluid to contact eyes, skin, clothing, etc. If contact or spillage does occur, flush the area with water immediately.
WARNING: Do not continue to charge a battery that becomes hot or is fully charged.
N.DC Circuit Protector
The maximum current available from the battery charger circuit
is 8 amps. A DC circuit protector has been provided to protect the circuit from overloads. If an overload occurs, the circuit protector will trip. The circuit protector may be reset by pushing the button of the protector. The battery's maximum rate of charge will eventually reduce to less than 8 amps as the battery approaches a 100 percent state of charge.
Charging a large capacity battery or a totally discharged battery may cause the DC breaker to turn off. In these cases, a separate battery charger unit connected to an AC power source is recommended instead of the DC receptacle on the generator.
HANDLE INSTALLATION
TOOLS REQUIRED: 8mm sockets and ratchets.
HANDLE INSTALLATION
1.Place handle assembly (items 1 and 2) under engine, as shown in the diagram.
2.Slide M8 x 35 bolt (item 6) through handle and engine as shown in diagram and secure with M8 washer (item 5), M8 lock washer
(item 4), and M8 lock nut (item 3). Tighten until handle is securely clamped to the engine.
REF. | PART | DESCRIPTION | QTY |
NO. | NO. |
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1 | 0067110 | Handle grip | 1 |
2 | 0067111 | Handle | 1 |
3 | Note A | Lock nut, M8 | 2 |
4 | Note A | Washer, lock M8 | 2 |
5 | Note A | Washer, flat M8 | 2 |
6 | Note A | Bolt, hex flg M8 x 35 | 2 |
Note A: These are standard parts available at your local hardware store.
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