OPERATION
10

Stopping the Engine

1. Turn OFF and unplug allelectrical loads from
generator panel receptacles.NEVER start or stop
engine with electrical devices plugged in and
turned ON.
2. Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to
stabilize internal temperatures of engine and
generator.
3. Turn engine off according to instructions given in
the engine operator’s manual.
4. Move fuel valve to “Off”position.
RECEPTACLES

120 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking

Receptacle

Use a NEMA L5-30 plug with this receptacle.Connect
a 3-wire cord set rated for 125 Volts AC at 30Amps to
the plug (Figure 5).
Use this receptacle to operate 120 Volt AC, 60 Hz,
single phase loads requiring up to 3,250 watts
(3.25 kW) of power at 27.1 Amps.The outlet is
protected by a push-to-reset circuit breaker.

120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex

Receptacles

Each duplex receptacle (Figure 6) is protected against
overload by a push–to–reset circuit breaker.
Use each receptacle to operate 120 Volt AC,
single–phase, 60 Hz electrical loads requiring up to
2,400 watts (2.4 kW) at 20 Amps of current.Use cord
sets that are rated for 125Volt AC loads at 20 Amps
(or greater).
COLD WEATHEROPERATION
Under certain weather conditions (temperatures below
40°F [4°C] combined with high humidity), your
generator may experience icing of the carburetor
and/or the crankcase breather system.To reduce this
problem, you need to perform the following:
1. Make sure generator has clean, fresh fuel.
2. Open fuel valve (turn valve to open position).
3. Use SAE 5W-30 oil (see engine operator’s
manual).
4. Check oil level daily or after every eight (8) hours
of operation.
5. Maintain generator following “Maintenance
Schedule”in engine operator’s manual.
6. Shelter unit from elements.
Figure 6 — 120 Volt, 20 Amp Duplex Receptacle
Figure 5 — 120 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking Receptacle
3-Wire Cord Set
Neutral
120V
Hot
Ground (Green)
NEMA L5-30
• NEVER attempt to power a device requiring more
amperage than generator or receptacle can supply.
• DO NOT overload the generator.See “Don’t Overload
Generator”.
Receptacles may be marked with rating value
greater than generator output capacity.
CAUTION