
Section 1 – General Information
Recreational Vehicle Generator
1.2 GENERATOR APPLICABILITY
These generators have been designed and manufac- tured for supplying electrical power for recreational vehicles. Do not modify the generator or use it for any application other than for what it was designed. If there are any questions pertaining to its application, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Do not use the unit until advised by a competent authority.
DANGER
For fire safety, the generator must have been properly installed in compliance with ANSI
Use this generator to supply electrical power for operating
Do not overload the generator. Some installa- tions may require that electrical loads be alter- nated to avoid overloading. Applying excessively high electrical loads may damage the generator and may shorten its life. Add up the rated watts of all electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads the generator will power at one time. This total should not be greater than the wattage capacity of the generator. If an electri- cal device nameplate gives only volts and amps, multiply volts times amps to obtain watts (volts x amps = watts). Some electric motors require more watts of power (or amps of current) for starting than for continuous operation.
1.3 SAFETY
Before attempting to use the generator set, care- fully read the “Safety Rules” section of this manual. Comply strictly with these rules to prevent accidents and damage to equipment and/or property. We sug- gest copying and posting the “Safety Rules” in poten- tial hazard areas of the vehicle. Stress safety to all operators and potential operators of this equipment.
1.4 GENERATOR AC CONNECTION SYSTEM
This generator set is equipped with dual stator AC power windings. These
The generator may have been installed so that it pow- ers
Figure 1.1 – Connections for 120 Volts Only
1.5 SPECIFICATIONS
1.5.1 FUEL REQUIREMENTS
This generator is equipped with a gasoline fuel sys- tem. Depending on the installation, the generator may have either a separate fuel tank, or it may “share” the vehicle engine’s fuel tank.
NOTE:
Some installations using a “shared” fuel tank may have a generator fuel pickup tube that is shorter than the vehicle engine’s pickup tube. Such an arrangement causes the generator engine to “run out of gas” while adequate fuel for the vehicle remains in the tank.
To reduce lead and carbon deposits use high qual- ity UNLEADED gasoline with the generator. Leaded REGULAR grade gasoline is an acceptable substitute.
NOTE:
Using unleaded gasoline contributes to longer engine valve life by reducing lead and carbon deposits.
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