BATTERY PLACEMENT AND |
CONNECTION (cont.) |
To access the battery and charger, remove the front and back panels by inserting the key into the locks located on top of the panel. and turn 1/4 turn counterclockwise to unlock. Lift the panels up and out of the base and set it aside.
Place the battery (A) on the base as shown in Fig G. After the battery is set, begin attaching the battery
cables to the battery posts, starting with the positive (+), or red, cable (B). Loosen the bolt (C) on the post clamp slightly to allow the clamp to expand, then firmly push the clamp onto the battery post marked positive (+) until the top of the post extends past the top of the clamp. Rotate the clamp around the post as required to insure the clamp cannot contact any metal components, then tighten the clamp bolt (C) until snug. Finally,slide the post boot (D) down the cable and place it entirely over the clamp.
Finish connecting the battery by placing the negative
FIG. G
The final step of battery installation is to verify proper connection of all battery charger connections. A battery charging system (G) is included with the engine/generator set to maintain the battery charge during extended periods of generator inactivity, therefore providing consistent starting. A quick check of charger connections will verify that factory connections are correct so the charger can function as intended. Insure that the charger is connected by checking to see that it is plugged into a powered receptacle, and that the positive
(+)and negative
Install the panels back onto the generator by placing the bottom of the panel onto the base and pushing it up into place. Lock the panel by inserting the key into the locks and turning 1/4 turn clockwise.
LUBRICATION |
Once all connections are made, the final installation step is verification of proper engine oil level. Check oil level before
Engine oil capacity is 1.2 qt (1.14L) without a filter change and 1.5qt (1.42L) with a filter change.
WARNING
•State and federal agencies have determined that contact with used engine oil can cause cancer or reproductive toxicity. Take care to limit skin contact and breathing of vapors as much as possible. Use rubber gloves and wash exposed skin.
CAUTION
•Too much oil can cause high oil consumption, high operating temperatures and oil foaming. Too little oil can cause severe engine damage. Keep the oil level between the full and add marks on the dipstick.
•Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been properly serviced with the recommended oil will result in an engine failure that is not covered under warranty.
•Never run this equipment without the complete air cleaner system installed on the engine. Failure to do so will result in premature engine wear and significantly reduced engine life.
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