Manual

CONTROLPANEL
14. LOW OIL LEVELLED (yellow): Lights up when oil level is
below safe operatinglevel andthe engineshuts down..
15. OVERLOADLED(red): Lights up if the generatorexperiences
a load greaterthan the ratedoutput, low voltage, overheatsor
the poweredcircuit experiencesa short. The outputis stopped
eventhough the enginekeeps running.
16. READY LED (green): Indicates output from the generator
unlessthere is a low oil or overload condition.
17. 12 VDCPlug: Connectionfor re-charging12VDCautomotive-
style batterieswhile generatoris in operation.
18. FlexPowerTM Switch: This switch slows the engine speed
when the loadis reducedto savefuel and enginewear.
19. 12 VDC Circuit Breaker:Overload protectionfor the 12 VDC
charging system.
20. Ground (Earth) Connection Lug: Grounding point for the
generator;consult state and local electrical codes before use
(floating ground).
21. 120 VAC Receptacles:Two (2) receptaclesfor connecting
accessories.
NOTE:
Donot exceedthe ratedoutputof the generator.
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PRE-USECHECK
Prior to starting the generator and adding loads, perform the
followingtasks:
1. Makesure the generatoris on a firm, level (not to exceed15°
in any direction), non-combustiblesurface with at leastfive
(5) feet of clearanceon all sides.
Never operate in an enclosed area or
indoors! NEVER use in the home, in a
vehicle, or in partly enclosed areas such
as garages, even if doors and windows are
open! ONLY use outdoors and far from open
windows, doors, vents, and in an area that
will not accumulate deadly exhaust.
Using a generator indoors CAN KiLL YOU IN MINUTES.
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is
a poison you cannot see or smell.
NEVER use insidea home
or garage, EVEN iF doors
and windows are open.
Only use OUTSIDE and
far away from windows,
doors, and vents.
2. Removethefuel cap andcheckthe fuel level. Iffuel is needed,
seethe section "FUELINGTHEGENERATOR".
3. Remove the left side service cover and check the oil level
by removingthe oil filler cap. The oil level should be to the
bottom of the threadson the oil fill pipe. If oil is needed,see
the section "ADDINGENGINEOIL:'.
4. Replaceand securethe left side service cover.
5. Makesure there are no loads connectedto the generator.
6. The National Electric Code (NEC) requires the frame and
external electrically conductive parts of the generator be
properly connected to an approved earth ground. Proper
grounding of the generator will prevent electrical shock in
the event of a ground fault condition in the generator or in
connected electrical devices. Proper grounding also helps
dissipatestatic electricity,which often builds up in unguarded
devices.
7. Local electrical codes may also require proper grounding of
the generator.
_CAUTION!
Starting the generator with accessories
connected to the 120 VAC outlets will
damage the generator and the connected
accessories.