Table of Contents
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Hazard Signal Word Definitions ........................................................................................................ 2
About Your Generator ......................................................................................................................... 4
Specifications ........................................................................................................................................ 6
Safety Label Locations ......................................................................................................................... 7
Machine Component Identification .................................................................................................... 8
Power Load Planning & Management ............................................................................................. 12
Installation / Initial Set-Up:
1. Unpacking & Delivery Inspection ............................................................................................. 15
2. Planning the Power Load ........................................................................................................... 21
3. Set-up either as a BUILDING BACK-UP or PORTABLE Power Source ............................... 21
4. Selecting a Suitable Site ............................................................................................................ 25
5. Grounding the Generator ........................................................................................................... 27
6. Battery Installation .................................................................................................................... 28
Operation:
1. General Safety Rules for Operation ......................................................................................... 29
2. Preparing for Operation ............................................................................................................ 32
3. Starting the Engine ................................................................................................................... 36
4. Checking Generator Output ..................................................................................................... 37
5. Connecting Loads ..................................................................................................................... 38
6. Stopping the Engine ................................................................................................................. 38
7. Storage & Exercise ................................................................................................................... 39
8. Display ..................................................................................................................................... 41
9. Carbon Monoxide Control System ........................................................................................... 44
10. Battery Charger ........................................................................................................................ 44
Maintenance & Repair ....................................................................................................................... 45
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................. 50
Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation ............................................................ 52
Generator Exploded View ................................................................................................................. 56
Control Panel Parts List .................................................................................................................... 63
Wiring Schematics .............................................................................................................................. 65
Generator Head Exploded View ....................................................................................................... 68
Limited Warranty .............................................................................................................................. 74