GENTRi9K 9000 Surge Watt / 7200 Running Watt Portable Tri Fuel Liquid Propane Gas & Gasoline & Natural Gas Electric Start Generator Manual
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Step 3 - Ground the Generator
Failure to properly ground this generator can result in electrocution.
Ground this generator by tightening the grounding nut against a grounding wire as previously illustrated in Figure 3. A generally acceptable
grounding wire is a No. 12 AWG (American Wire Gauge) stranded copper wire. The other end of this grounding wire should be connected to a
copper or brass grounding rod that is driven into the earth. Grounding codes can vary by location. Contact a local electrician for information on
grounding regulations for your area.
STARTING THE GENERATOR
STOP!
Before starting this generator, confirm that all the steps in the section titled, “Preparing the Generator for Use,” of this manual have been
correctly completed. If unsure about how to perform any of these steps, call 1-866-460-9436, Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM Central Time for
customer service.
Disconnect all electrical loads from this generator before attempting to start.
Battery Not Included
(Use a 12 Volt motorcycle battery no larger than 6" L x 3.8" H x 3.8" W (151 mm x 99 mm x 98 mm).
CCA (Cold Cranking Amps): 130 Min CCA. Comparable brands/models are: 12 Volt 12 Ah Sealed Lead Acid (Model # UB12120) or Model #
CYLAZ10SXTA (or XTAZ10S)
Model # UB12120 requires nut/bolt adaptor or
If the electric start feature of this generator will be used, first install the battery using the two included cables (one red and the other black) according
to the following procedure:
1. Attach one end of the red cable to the positive terminal on the battery and the other end of the red cable to the celenoid.
2. Attach one end of the black cable to the negative terminal and the other end of the black cable to the bolt on the mounting bracket frame.
Step 1 If using LPG, first connect the regulator that was included with the generator to Propane Fuel Tank, then connect the other end to the Gas
Inlet. (Fig A). Make sure the LPG cylinder is vertical and securely positioned. (LPG Tank not included). (If connecting to Natural Gas,
contact a qualified NG technician before installation. The included regulator is ONLY for use with LPG tanks.)
Step 2 Turn ENGINE SWITCH at ON position.
Step 3 Move Choke Lever to CHOKE (Closed) position.
Step 4 For recoil start: Pull the STARTER GRIP slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly. After the engine started, return the STARTER
GRIP gently to prevent damage to the starter or housing. DO NOT allow the starter grip to snap back. Return it slowly by hand.
Step 5 For electric start: Turn the key to START and hold until engine starts. If the engine fails to start within five seconds, release and wait at
least 5 seconds before attempting to start the engine again.
Step 6 Once it is started, release the key and turn the CHOKE LEVER to RUN (Open) position.
Choke Rod
The choke is used to provide an enriched fuel mixture when starting a cold engine. It can be opened and closed by operating the choke rod
manually. Pull the rod out toward CLOSED to enrich the mixture for cold starting.
