Generac Power Systems CorePower/ES Generator, Installation Manuallines

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7. Reattach the dead front plate to the output circuit breaker
panel with hardware removed in Step 1. Make sure to
reconnect the grounding wire.
8. Insert the padlock hasp that is supplied loose with the
generator through the slot in the dead front plate. Push the
padlock hasp back until it clicks and locks into place.
9. To complete the external electrical connections snap in the
output circuit breaker cover that is supplied loose with the
generator into the output circuit breaker panel. Allow the cover
to swing down providing weather protection for the circuit
breaker.
The padlock hasp will now protrude through the circuit
breaker cover and it is recommended that once installation
of the generator is completed a padlock be used to provide
suitable security to the generator.
BATTERY INSTALLATION
The correct size battery for this generator that will fit easily and
provide the required starting ability is any maintainable automotive
style group 26R with a minimum of 525 CCA @ 0 deg F.
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Before attempting to install the battery make
sure the auto/off/manual switch is in the off
position. Remove the main fuse from the
control panel.
2. Rest the battery on the base of the generator and make the
battery connections. Connect battery positive (red) first then
battery negative (black). Install the plastic battery covers
supplied loose with the generator.
Remove fuse!