Feider Machines FG3000-A, User Manual

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5.5 DC OPERATION (IF AVAILABLE)
DC Terminals
The DC terminals may ONLY be used for charging 12 volt automotive type batteries. The
terminals are colored red to identify the positive (+) terminal and black to identify the negative (-)
terminal. The battery must be connected to the generator DC terminals with the proper polarity
(battery positive to generator red terminal and battery negative to the generator black terminal).
With DC Circuit Protector With DC Fuse
DC Circuit Protector (or DC Fuse)
The DC circuit protector (or DC Fuse) automatically shuts off the DC battery charging circuit when
the DC circuit is overloaded, when there is a problem with the battery, or the connections between
the battery and the generator are improper.
The indicator inside the DC circuit protector button will pop out to show that the DC circuit
protector has switched off. Wait a few minutes and push the button in to reset the DC circuit
protector.
Connecting the battery cables:
1) Before connecting charging cables to a battery that is installed in a vehicle, disconnect the
vehicle’s grounded battery cable.
WARNING
The battery gives off explosive gases; keep spark, flames and cigarettes away. Provide adequate
ventilation when charging or using batteries.
2) Connect the positive (+) battery cable to the battery positive (+) terminal.
3) Connect the other end of the positive (+) battery cable to the generator.
4) Connect the negative (-) battery cable to the battery negative (-) terminal.
5) Connect the other end of the negative (-) battery cable to the generator.
6) Start the generator.
NOTICE
Do not start the vehicle while the battery charging cables are connected and the generator
is running. The vehicle or the generator may be damaged.
An overloaded DC circuit will fuse the DC fuse, if this happens, replace fuse.
An overloaded DC circuit, excessive current draw by the battery, or a wiring problem will trip the
DC circuit protector (PUSH button extends out). If this happens, wait a few minutes before pushing
in the circuit protector to resume operation. If the circuit protector continues to go OFF, discontinue
charging and see your authorized generator dealer.
Disconnecting the battery cables:
1) Stop the engine.
2) Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable from the generator negative (-) terminal.
3) Disconnect the other end of the negative (-) battery cable from the battery negative (-) terminal.