Engine Coolant System
With the engine cold, check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir, seen inside the Control Panel door. Maintenance instructions for engine coolant are found in the engine operator’s manual.
Battery
Charging the Battery
If it is necessary to charge the battery, proceed as follows:
1.Set generator’s system switch to OFF.
2.Remove 15 Amp fuse from control panel.
3.Disconnect negative battery cable to negative battery terminal (indicated by NEGATIVE, NEG, or
notice
Failure to disconnect negative battery cable will result in equipment failure.
•DO NOT attempt to jump start the battery.
•Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this instruction will void warranty.
4.Charge battery with battery charger at 2 Amps until battery holds 12 Volts.
warning
Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas during recharging.
Slightest spark will ignite hydrogen and cause explosion.
Battery electrolyte fluid contains acid and is extremely caustic.
Contact with battery contents will cause severe chemical burns.
A battery presents a risk of electrical shock and high short circuit current.
•DO NOT dispose of battery in a fire.
•DO NOT allow any open flame, spark, heat, or lit cigarette during and for several minutes after charging a battery.
•DO NOT open or mutilate the battery.
•Wear protective goggles, rubber apron, and rubber gloves.
•Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects.
•Use tools with insulated handles.
NOTE: With the battery installed and utility power available to the transfer switch, the battery receives a trickle charge whenever the engine is not running. It may take up to
72 hours to fully charge a discharged battery with the trickle charge. The trickle charge is not able to recharge a battery that is completely discharged.
5.Connect negative battery cable to negative battery terminal (indicated by NEGATIVE, NEG, or
6.Ensure hardware on both positive and negative battery terminals is secure.
7.Reinstall 15 Amp fuse in control panel.
caution
Installing the control panel’s 15A fuse could cause the engine to start.
•DO NOT install this fuse until all plumbing and wiring has been completed and inspected.
8.Set generator’s system switch to AUTO.
9.Reset exercise timer. See Setting Exercise Timer.
Servicing the Battery
If it is necessary to service the battery, proceed as follows:
1.Set control board System switch to OFF.
2.Remove 15 Amp fuse from control panel.
3.Service or replace battery as required.
4.Connect red battery cable to battery positive terminal (indicated by POSITIVE, POS, or (+)).
5.Connect negative battery cable to negative battery terminal (indicated by NEGATIVE, NEG, or
6.Ensure hardware on both positive and negative battery terminals is secure.
7.Reinstall 15 Amp fuse in control panel.
8.Set generator’s system switch to AUTO.
9.Reset exercise timer. See Setting Exercise Timer.
To Clean the Generator
notice
Improper treatment of generator can damage it and shorten its life.
•DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, dirt, or corrosive vapors.
•DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots.
•Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.
•Use a soft, bristle brush to loosen caked on dirt, oil, etc.
•Use a vacuum cleaner to pick up loose dirt and debris.
•Use low pressure air (not to exceed 25 psi) to blow away dirt. Inspect cooling air slots and openings on the generator. These openings must be kept clean and unobstructed.
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