General Information, Unpacking, Ventilation

PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS

GENERAL

INFORMATION

Master portable generators are rugged and compact. These generators use brushless alternators for dependable, trouble-free ser- vice. Honda gasoline engines provide long life under heavy use. Honda engines have overhead valves (OHV). This provides high performance with lower fuel consumption. These engines are governed to maintain engine speed of 3600 RPM under load. 3600 RPM engine speed provides 120/240V, 60 Hz power.

Additional Features

•Circuit breaker protection

•Spark-arresting muffler (except model MGH10000A)

•Large fuel tank

•Oil alert system

•Electric starter (models MGH5000DIE, MGH6500IE, and MGH10000A only)

•15-Amp ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) receptacle (Except HWI3000 Model)

UNPACKING

1.Remove generator from carton.

2.Remove any protective packaging ap- plied to generator for shipment.

3.Check for loose or missing parts. Check for shipping damage. If any parts are missing or damaged, promptly inform dealer where you bought generator.

4.Battery cables are supplied for models MGH5000DIE, MGH6500IE, and MGH10000A only. These cables are in a separate bag inside generator carton. You must install these cables to engine. See Battery, page 8 for installation in- structions.

VENTILATION

DANGER: Use only in well- vented areas. Make sure area has plenty of free-moving, fresh, out- side air. Never run generator in an enclosed or confined area. Never run generator inside occu- pied building. Engine exhaust contains poisonous carbon mon- oxide gas. Overexposure will cause loss of consciousness and will lead to death.

This generator needs cooling air to run prop- erly. Never block free-flowing, cooling air to generator. Overheating will occur with- out cooling air. This will damage the gen- erator. Keep generator at least three feet away from any object.

DUST, DIRT, RAIN,

AND SNOW

WARNING: Do not use gen- erator outdoors in rain or snow. Do not use generator near stand- ing water or snow. Do not use if generator is wet or damp. Oper- ating generator in these condi- tions increases the risk of elec- trocution. Severe injury or death can occur.

Do not use generator in extremely dusty or dirty conditions. This will severely affect its life. Keep generator clean. Do not allow dust, dirt, rain, or snow to collect on it. Protect generator from outdoor elements.

HIGH AND LOW TEMPERATURE OPERATION

Air temperature affects generator output. Output drops 1% for each 10° temperature rise above 60° F. Very low temperatures may make the engine hard to start. See engine owner’s manual for more information.

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