Generac Portable Products 7000EXL Extended Life Generator

Figure 9 — Battery Charger Jack

•Unplug the charger from the unit and the wall outlet when generator is being started 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 equalizer and will not overcharge the battery, even when plugged in for an extended period of time.

IMPORTANT: See “Battery Maintenance” on page 12 for additional information.

EXTENDA PANEL™

The generator is equipped with a 25’ Extenda Panel™ device designed for a 240 Volt, 30 Amp grounded neutral circuit (Figure 10).The Extenda Panel™ provides a convenient supply of emergency power into your dwelling so that your generator can be operated safely outside.The cord/outlets may also be used as a heavy duty extension cord.

Figure 10 — Extenda Panel™

The maximum load on each outlet is 20 Amps.The maximum total load on both yellow wire outlets or black wire outlets is 30 Amps.

NOTE: Follow all safety precautions when connecting any extension cord or device to the generator.

RECEPTACLES

120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle

Use a NEMA L14-30 plug with this receptacle. Connect a

4-wire cord set rated for 250 Volt AC loads at 30 Amps (or greater) (Figure 11).You can use the same 4-wire cord if you plan to run a 120 Volt load.

Figure 11 — 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp Receptacle

This receptacle powers 120/240 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single phase loads requiring up to 3,600 watts of power (3.6 kW) at 30 Amps for 120 Volts OR 7,000 watts of power

(7.0 kW) at 29.2 Amps for 240 Volts.The outlet is protected by a 30 Amp push-to-reset circuit breaker.

CAUTION! Although this outlet states it has a 240 Volt 30 Amp rating (up to 7,200 watts), the generator is only rated for 7,000 watts. Powering loads that exceed the wattage/ amperage capacity of the generator can damage it or cause serious injuries. 240 Volt loads powered through this outlet should not exceed 29.2 Amps of current draw.

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