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.
•Place battery in rack with terminals facing towards generator head.
•Place battery bracket (A) over battery as shown (opposite battery terminals).
•Place "L" bolt (B) through top and bottom brack- ets and secure with wing nut (C).
•Locate the solenoid on the left side of the unit.
Nut
Solenoid
To Prevent sparks connect the red (positive) cable to the positive (+) terminal before connecting the black negative cable.
•Remove the nut from the solenoid post and place one end of the positive (red) battery cable onto the post. Reassemble nut and tighten securely.
•Attach the other end of the positive (red) battery cable to the positive (+) terminal on the battery.
NOTE: Make sure red battery boots cover positive battery cable terminals at battery and solenoid
•Attach one end of the negative (black) cable to the negative
•Attach the other end of the negative (black) cable to the frame as shown. Install the star washer between the cable and the frame.
(-) Negative Battery
Cable Connection
Negative
Cable
Star
Washer
GROUNDING THE GENERATOR
A grounding lug is supplied with the generator for use when required by local electrical ordinances. Refer to article 250 of the National Electrical Code to clarify any needed grounding information. Your local electric company or a certified electrician should be able to help you with this information.
NOTE: Your engine is already grounded to the frame by a grounding strap.
Grounding Lug
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