USING THE GENERATOR
System Ground
The generator has a system ground :hat connects the
generator frame components _o the ground terminals on the AC output recep_cles.The system ground is connected _o the AC neutral wire (see "EquTpment DescrTpdon", earlier in thTs manual).
Special Requirements
There may be Federal or $_te OccupatTonal Safety and
Health AdmTnTstratTon(OSHA) regulations, local codes, or ordinances that apply _o the in_ended use of the generator. Please consult a qualifTedelectrician, electrical inspector, or the local zgency having jurisdiction.
•In some areas, generators are required to be registered with local utili_/companies.
•It'thegenerator is used at a construction site, there may be additional regulations which must be observed.
Connecting to a Building's Electrical
System
Connections for s_ndby power to a building's electrical
system must be made by a qualified electrician.The
connection must isolate the generator power from u_ility
power, and must comply with all applicable laws and
electrical codes.
DANGER
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How to Use the Battery Charger
Use bakery float charger iack to I_s_ep:he sr_r_ing battery
charged and ready for use. B_t_ery charging should be done in a dry Ioc_ion, such as inside a g_rage.
•Plug the charger into the unit's"Battery Float Charger" jack, which is located on the s_rter switch (Figure 3). Plug ba:tery charger into a 120VoltAC wall recep_cle.
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•Unplug :he charger from :he unit and the wall ouder when generator is being s_r_ed and while it is in operation.
•Keep this charger plugged in when generator is not in use to prolong battery life.The charger has a built in float ecIualizer and will not overcharge the b_tery, even when plugged in for an ex_ended period of time.
IN PORTANT: See "B_ery Maintenance" on pzge 14 for additional information.
OPERATING THE
G EN ERATO R
IN PORTANT: Always unplug the battery float charger before star_ing :he generator.
CAUTION
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"S_ _ne_t:or _.nd!et__ngin_ s_bi!!ze_before €onn_ct:ing electrical Ic_dSi
,C0nn_c__l_¢tr!cal !0ads !n OFF p0sitJon,rhen turn ON for`
,Turn oJf:ccr(_.lloads OFF and d(sconn_¢cfrom generator
