VDO Dayton Assembly, Receptacle Circuit Breaker, Spark Arrester, Battery, Model 4W315C

Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual

Model 4W315C

Generator Features (Continued)

RECEPTACLE CIRCUIT BREAKER

The circuit breakers protect the receptacles and alternator. Overloading generator will trip circuit breaker. A short circuit in item being powered will also trip breaker. If this occurs, unplug electrical load from receptacle. Let circuit breaker cool down. Push circuit breaker button to reset.

Electric motors need higher starting current. They require up to 3-times their rated wattage to start. The starting current needed may be too high. This can cause nuisance circuit breaker tripping. To help prevent this, start electric motors first. Connect additional items to generator after starting motors. If this continues to happen, reduce the total generator load.

20	20
Normal	Tripped

Figure 8 – Receptacle Circuit Breaker Button

SPARK ARRESTER

We ship a spark arrester with this genera- tor. You must install spark arrester to muffler (See Figure 9).

A spark arrester is required if using generator in a national forest and other designated state and local areas. Check local codes.

The spark arrester needs periodic cleaning. A dirty spark arrester reduces engine output and increases fuel consumption. It also makes starting difficult. See engine owner’s manual for cleaning instructions.

Muffler

Clamp

Spark

Arrester

Figure 9 - Installing Spark Arrester

Assembly

BATTERY

Battery gives off explosive gases.

Keep sparks, flames, and cigarettes away. Do not remove or install battery cables when engine is cranking or running. Only service or use battery in a well-vented area.

Battery contains sulfuric acid.

Contact with skin or eyes may cause severe burns. Do not tilt generator with battery installed. Tilting could cause battery acid to spill. Wear protective clothing and face shield when servicing. Keep out of children’s reach.

•If battery acid gets on your skin, wash with water.

•If battery acid gets in your eyes, flush with water at least 15 minutes. Call a doctor at once.

Battery acid is poisonous.

•If swallowed, drink large amounts of water or milk. Follow with milk

of magnesia or vegetable oil. Call a doctor at once.

If you remove battery, insulate

the red, positive (+) battery cable terminal. Insulate with electrical tape. Exposed terminal may spark when generator runs.

IMPORTANT: Make sure battery connec- tions are the correct polarity. Electric start generators use negative ground, 12-volt DC starting system.

A battery is not supplied with generator. You must provide a 12-volt, 45-amp-hour battery. The positive and negative battery cables are supplied with generator. You must install these cables before mounting battery.

Always wear safety glasses when working with battery. Make sure battery terminals are clean. Make sure cable connections are tight.

Always shut down engine before removing or attaching battery cables. Always remove the negative (–) cable first. Always attach negative (–) cable last.

INSTALLING BATTERY CABLES TO ENGINE

1.Attach the red, positive (+) battery cable to the starter solenoid on engine (See Figure 10).

Starter

Solenoid

Red, Positive (+)

Battery Cable

Figure 10 – Connecting Red, Positive (+) Battery Cable to Starter Solenoid on Engine

2.Attach the black, negative (–) battery cable to the engine block. Use the bolt, nut, and two washers provided with the battery cables. Attach cable as shown in Figure 11, page 8.

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