Connecting Electrical Loads

1.Let engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes after starting.

2.Plug in and turn on the desired 120 and/or 240 Volt AC, single phase, 60 Hz electrical loads.

NOTE:

•DO NOT connect 240 Volt loads to the 120 Volt duplex receptacles.

•DO NOT connect 3-phase loads to the generator.

•DO NOT connect 50 Hz loads to the generator.

•DO NOT OVERLOAD THE GENERATOR. See Don’t Overload Generator.

NOTICE

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

•DO NOT exceed the generator’s wattage/amperage capacity. See Don’t Overload Generator in the Operation section.

•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.Turn OFF and unplug all electrical loads from generator panel receptacles. NEVER start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged in.

2.Move idle control switch to “Off” position.

3.Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to stabilize internal temperatures of engine and generator.

4.Turn engine off according to instructions given in the engine operator’s manual.

5.Push engine switch to “Off” position.

6.Move fuel valve to “Off” position.

Operating Automatic Idle Control

This feature is designed to greatly improve fuel economy. When this switch is turned to AUTO, the engine will only run at its normal high governed engine speed when electrical loads are connected. When electrical loads are removed, the engine will run at a reduced speed.

With the switch OFF, the engine will run at the normal high engine speed. Always have the switch off when starting and stopping the engine.

Using the Center Point Lift

Your generator is equipped with a single center point lift (A). Always lift your generator from the center point lift ONLY. NEVER lift from the center point lift gusset (B) or folding handle (C).

C

A

B

When lifting the generator, make sure no additional weight has been added or is hanging from the generator. Adding weight to the generator can cause damage to the center point lift causing an unsafe condition.

warning

Lifting Hazard. Falling generator can result in death, bodily injury, and/or property damage.

•Stand clear of generator. Center point lift is designed to carry only the weight of the generator.

•DO NOT overload center point lift bracket.

•DO NOT lift from center point lift gusset.

•DO NOT lift from folding handle.

warning

Crush Hazard. Center point lift bracket can crush and cut resulting in bodily injury.

• Keep hands clear of area between bracket and folding handle.

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Milwaukee 4960-24, 4970-24 Connecting Electrical Loads, Stopping the Engine, Operating Automatic Idle Control
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