operation

Reading GenSmartMonitoring System

At startup, the unit will display a message instructing the operator to read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.

While the generator is running, the panel will display a power bar, load percentage, and total hours the unit has been operated.

At every 100 hours of use, a message will scroll across the display telling the operator to service the air filter, engine oil and spark plugs, and to push and hold the reset button for 5 seconds to reset the display.

NOTE: Be careful to only press and hold the reset button when you want the maintenance panel to be reset.

GENERATOR CONTROL PANEL

The stationary control panel has a twist-lock 240 Volt, 30 Amp outlet and circuit breakers.

OPERATING THE GENERATOR USING THE WALL MOUNTED Removable control panel

See Figure 16.

If the panel has been installed in a remote location:

Turn off the generator.

Connect the generator to the removable control panel using the twist-lock plug and the 12 Volt DC engine control connector on the provided power cord.

ONLY use a generator outdoors and far away from open windows, doors, and vents. These openings can pull in generator exhaust.

Connect up to two additional 25 ft. extension cords to the provided 25 ft. power cord. The total length of all connected power cords should not exceed 75 ft. or three (3) RDEC25 extension cords.

Connect the extension cord to the generator.

Start the engine as described in Starting the Engine.

Add devices to the generator and monitor the load of each added device using the GenSmartdisplay panel.

MOVING the GENERATOR

See Figure 17.

Turn the off switch off ( O ). Disconnect any equipment that is plugged into the generator.

Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.

Allow 30 minutes of “cool down” time before storing the machine.

For security, insert the pin to secure the handle before transporting.

With your foot on the rear of the frame, tilt the machine toward you until it balances on the wheels, then roll the machine to the desired location.

LIFTING the GENERATOR

See Figure 18.

Fold the handle to the down position. Never lift or carry this product using the handle.

NOTE: This tool is heavy and requires several people to lift. To avoid back injury, keep your knees bent and lift with your legs, not your back, and get help when needed.

ELECTRIC START

See Figure 19.

This generator model is provided with both electric start and recoil start capabilities. Avoid prolonged cranking, as it can damage the engine.

The battery provided is a nominal 12 volt sealed recharge- able lead-acid battery and can be operated in any position without leakage. It complies with non-spillable battery regulations. Its convenient size offers a 30% reduction over conventional batteries.

Note: New generators are shipped with the battery con- nections disconnected. The positive and negative terminals must be connected to the battery before the Electric Start feature will work.

For initial battery connection, see Connecting Battery.

CAUTION:

On a level surface with the engine off, check the lubricant level before each use of the generator.

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RIDGID RD8000, RD80011 Generator Control Panel, Moving the Generator, Lifting the Generator, Electric Start

RD80011, RD8000 specifications

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