Preparation for first time use
Battery Types Used
The Model VP300 generator is supplied with four (4) internal size AA rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) cells. These 1500 mA/H rated cells will operate the generator for about 8 hours on a full charge. They can normally be recharged about 1000 times before needing replacement. No other type of rechargeable battery can be used in the generator!
You can use
AC Power Supply
The AC power supply that comes with the generator has an input voltage range of
Battery Installation
1)Place the generator face down on a suitable padded surface.
2)Remove the two back cover screws shown in the top figure.
3)Lift the back cover off the generator and locate the four battery holders, as shown in the middle figure.
4)Install the batteries, making sure to match up their polarities for each battery holder. The supplied batteries may not have any printed polarity indication. The outer metal can is the negative terminal. The insulated metal button, as shown in the end view in the lower figure, is the positive terminal.
5)Replace the back cover and retaining screws.
6)When the generator is shipped from the factory, the supplied batteries may not be fully charged. Connect the supplied AC power supply and charge the batteries for at least 8 hours.
Low Battery Indication
A "BATTERY LOW" message blinks on the LCD when the NiMH batteries need recharging or alkaline cells need replacement.
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