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PREPARING THE UNIT
3. ELECTRIC START - If you intend to use the power
plant’s electric start system, you will need to purchase a
battery to operate it. Units equipped with a recoil or rope
start will operate satisfactorily without a battery. A twelve
volt battery, group U1 rated at 190 CCA or larger is
recommended for this electric start engine generator set.
Follow the battery manufacturer's recommendations for
servicing and charging prior to use. Connect the battery
to the electric start system using jumper cables.
CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
These electric start engines are NEGATIVE GROUND.
Use extreme caution when connecting the battery.
Connect the NEGATIVE battery terminal to GROUND.
WARNING: PERSONAL INJURY
Lead acid batteries produce explosive hydrogen gas
when charging. Keep sparks, flames, and burning
cigarettes away from the battery. Ventilate the area when
charging or using the battery in an enclosed space. Lead
acid batteries contain sulfuric acid, which causes severe
burns. If acid contacts eyes, skin or clothing, flush well
with water. For contact with eyes, get immediate medical
attention.
4. Optional Dolly Kit - An optional dolly kit is available for
this engine generator set. The dolly kit comes with
instructions and parts list. After installing the dolly kit, file
the instructions and parts list in the back of this manual
for future reference.
BATTERY CHARGING
Units equipped with electric start have a small flywheel
charger built into the engine flywheel assembly for
recharging the starting battery. This flywheel charger
generates a small AC current that passes through a
diode at the end of the charging lead to produce a DC
charging current of about 1 AMP. This circuit is not
designed to be used as a battery charging circuit to
recharge dead batteries.
The LC1500B is equipped a 10 AMP 12VDC charging
circuit which is designed to recharge dead batteries. A
set of battery charging leads has been provided with the
unit. These battery charging leads consist of a 12V DC
connector lead wire and battery clip assemblies. There
is a mating connector mounted in the receptacle panel
on the unit. If the positive and negative battery leads are
accidentally shorted, or are incorrectly connected to the
battery, the automatic resetting DC circuit breaker in the
control panel will trip to protect the generator and the
battery. This breaker will reset automatically, restoring
the voltage.
The open circuit charging voltage as measured with DC
meter or a volt-ohm meter will read approximately seven
volts. The peak voltage will be over 16 volts in order to
charge the battery . When the charger is connected to a
12 volt battery the battery voltage will immediately
increase about 0.5 volts, showing that the battery is being
When you unpack your new ENGINE GENERATOR be sure to
remove all the information sheets and manuals from the
carton.
1. This power plant was in good order when shipped.
Inspect the power plant promptly after receiving it. If
damage is noted, notify the transportation company
immediately; request proper procedures for filing a
“concealed damage” claim. Title to the equipment and
responsibility for filing a claim rests with you when a
generator is sent F.O.B. shipping point. Only you can
legally file a claim.
2. Before proceeding with the preparation of your new
engine generator set for operation, take a couple of
minutes to insure that the unit you have received is the
correct model and review the specification pages in this
manual to insure that this unit fits your job requirements.
3. After removing the engine generator from the carton
locate and remove the shipping strap attached to the
generator shock mount. See attached tag for removal
instructions.
UNIT PREPARATION
Before your engine generator was shipped from our factory it
was fully checked for performance. The generator was
load tested to its full capacity, and the voltage and frequency
were carefully checked and adjusted.
1. Lubrication - Before starting the engine, fill the
crankcase to the proper level with a good quality oil. The
recommended grade of oil and quantity of oil required is
listed in both the engine operator's manual and in the
specifications section (pg 2) of this manual. The necessity
of using the correct oil, and keeping the crankcase full
cannot be overemphasized. Engine failures resulting from
inadequate or improper lubricant are considered abuse
and are not covered by the generator or the engine
manufacturer's warranty.
2. Gasoline Fuel - When using gasoline always use a
good grade of unleaded fuel. Leaded gasoline may be
used if unleaded is not available. Gasoline containing
alcohol, such as gasohol is not recommended. However, if
gasoline with alcohol is used, it must not contain more
than 10 percent Ethanol and must be removed from the
engine during storage. DO NOT use gasoline containing
methanol. Always insure that the fuel is clean and free of all
impurities.
WARNING: FIRE DANGER
Gasoline and its fumes are VERY explosive when proper
precautions are not taken.
Never use gasoline that has been stored for an extended
period of time as the fuel will lose it's volatile properties
and you will be left with only the varnish residue. This
varnish like substance will clog the carburetor and will not
burn properly. The use of a fuel additive, such as STA-BIL,
or an equivalent will minimize the formation of fuel gum
deposits. If a unit has been out of operation for an
extended period of time it is best to drain old fuel from the
engine and replace with fresh fuel before attempting to
start.
