OPERATION
Connecting Electrical Loads
•Let engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes after starting.
•Plug in and turn on the desired 120 and/or 240 Volt AC, single phase, 60 Hz electrical loads.
•DO NOT connect 240 Volt loads to the 120 Volt receptacles.
•DO NOT connect
•DO NOT connect 50 Hz loads to the generator.
•DO NOT OVERLOAD GENERATOR. See “Don’t Overload 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.
Stopping the Engine
1.Unplug all electrical loads from generator panel receptacles. NEVER start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged in and turned on.
2.Let engine run at
3.Turn key in start switch to “Stop” (
) position.
4.Remove key and store out of reach of children.
How to Use the Battery Charger
Use battery float charger jack to keep the starting battery charged and ready for use. Battery charging should be done in a dry location, such as inside a garage.
1.Plug charger into unit’s “Battery Float Charger” jack, which is located on the ignition switch panel (Figure 6). Plug battery charger into a 120 Volt AC wall receptacle.
Figure 6 — Battery Charger Jack
2.Unplug charger from unit and wall outlet when generator is being started and while in operation.
3.Keep charger plugged in when generator is not in use to prolong battery life.The charger has a built in float equalizer and will not overcharge battery, even when plugged in for an extended period of time.
IMPORTANT: See “Battery Maintenance” on page 14 for additional information.
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