7000W Generator

OPERATING THE

GENERATOR

CAUTION

Exceeding generators wattage/amperage capacity can damage generator and/or electrical devices connected to it.

•See “Don’t Overload Generator”.

•Start generator and let engine stabilize before connecting electrical loads.

•Connect electrical loads in OFF position, then turn ON for operation.

•Turn electrical loads OFF and disconnect from generator before stopping generator.

IMPORTANT: Always unplug the battery float charger before starting the generator.

WARNING

Running engines produce heat.Temperature of muffler and nearby areas can reach or exceed 150°F (65°C).

Severe burns can occur on contact.

Combustible debris, such as leaves, grass, brush, ect. can catch fire.

•DO NOT touch hot surfaces.

•Allow equipment to cool before touching.

•The generator must be at least 5 feet from structures having combustible walls and/or other combustible materials.

•Keep at least 3 feet of clearance on all sides of generator for adequate cooling, maintenance and servicing.

•In the State of California a spark arrester is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. If you equip the muffler with a spark arrester, it must be maintained in effective working order.

Starting the Engine

Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. Follow start instruction steps in numerical order:

1.Make sure unit is on a level surface.

IMPORTANT: Failure to start and operate unit on a level surface will cause the unit not to start or shut down during operation.

2.Follow start instructions given in engine owner’s manual and turn start switch on generator to “Start” position (Figure 5).

Figure 5 — Starter Switch

Jump Start Procedure

If the generator’s starting battery fails, use the following instructions to jump start your generator.You can jump start the generator using any 12 Volt automotive or utility style storage battery.

1.Unscrew the fuse holder and remove the generator’s 10 Amp in-line fuse (Figure 6).Verify the fuse is good or replace with a known good fuse. Reinstall fuse in the fuse holder.

Figure 6 — In-Line Fuse

2. Slide the red rubber boot off the generator’s battery

To prolong the life of starter components, DO NOT

terminal and push it onto the red wire, thus

hold starter switch in “Start” position for more than

15 seconds, and pause for 1 minute.

uncovering the POSITIVE battery terminal.

NOTE: If engine starts but fails to run, or if unit shuts down during operation, make sure unit is on a level surface and check for proper oil level in crankcase.This unit may be equipped with a low oil protection device. See engine manual.

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