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8. Circuit Breakers (AC)
– The 30 Amp receptacle is protected
with a pair of push-to-reset or a 2 pole toggle circuit breaker(s)
to protect the generator against electrical overload.
9. PowerBar
– Indicates the amount of power being used from
the generator; each section is approximately 25%
10. Hourmeter
– Provides operating hours for Service Intervals.
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1. Battery Charger Input (Electric Start Models)
– This
receptacle allows the capability to recharge the 12 VDC engine
starting battery with the 12 Volt Adaptor Plug Charger. The
battery is protected by a 1.50 Amp in-line fuse which is inside
the control panel.
12. Fuel Tank
– Tank holds 9 U.S. gallons of fuel.
13. Fuel Gauge
– Shows fuel level in tank.
14. Handles
– Pivot and retract for storage. Press the spring-
loaded button to move handles.
15. Oil Fill
– Check oil level and add oil here.
16. Grounding Lug
– Ground the generator to an approved earth
ground here. See "Grounding the Generator" for details.
17. Muffler
– Includes the spark arrestor and quiets the engine.
18. Spark Plug Location –
The spark plug ignites the Air/Fuel
Mixture (Side panel must be removed).
19. Engine Oil Filter
– Filters engine oil; see Section 3.1 for the
proper service intervals.
20. Air Filter
– Filters intake air as it is drawn into the engine.
21. Oil Drain
– Drain valve to remove used oil from the engine
crankcase.
22. Recoil Starter
– Use to start engine manually.
23. Roll Over Valve
- Passes fuel vapors to the engine.
24. Recovery Hose
- Install between roll over valve and the
engine.
25. Carbon Canister
- Absorbs fuel tank vapors (CARB).
Figure 3 – Generator Locations
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Operation