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Maintenance
28 Owner’s Manual for 60 Hz Air-Cooled Generators
Battery Maintenance
The battery should be regularly inspected per the
Service Schedule . Contact an IASD for assistance if
necessary.
Proceed as follows to inspect the battery:
1. Press the OFF mode button to shut down the
generator, then lift the lid and remove the front
panel.
2. Remove the 7.5 amp fuse from the control panel.
3. Remove the intake side panel. (See Intake Side
Panel Removal .)
4. See Figure 4-5 . Inspect the battery posts and
cables for tightness and corrosion. Tighten and
clean as necessary.
Figure 4-5. Battery Cables
5. Unsealed batteries only: Disconnect the battery.
Check the battery fluid level and, if necessary, fill
with distilled water only. DO NOT use tap water.
Have an IASD or a qualified service technician
check the state of charge and condition.
6. Connect the negative battery cable, then the
positive battery cable.
7. Install the intake side panel, and install the 7.5 A
fuse.
8. Install the front panel and close the generator lid.
9. Place the generator in auto by pressing the AUTO
mode button on the controller.
Always recycle batteries in accordance with local laws
and regulations. Contact your local solid waste collection
site or recycling facility to obtain information on local
recycling processes. For more information on battery
recycling, visit the Battery Council International website
at:
http://batterycouncil.org
WARNING
Explosion. Batteries emit explosive gases.
Always disconnect negative battery cable
first to avoid spark. Failure to do so could
result in death or serious injury.
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DANGER
Electrocution. Do not wear jewelry while
working on this equipment. Doing so will
result in death or serious injury.
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WARNING
Explosion. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. Batteries
are explosive. Electrolyte solution can cause burns and
blindness. If electrolyte contacts skin or eyes, flush with water
and seek immediate medical attention.
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WARNING
Explosion. Batteries emit explosive gases while charging.
Keep fire and spark away. Wear protective gear when
working with batteries. Failure to do so could result in
death or serious injury.
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WARNING
Electrical shock. Disconnect battery ground
terminal before working on battery or battery
wires. Failure to do so could result in death
or serious injury.
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WARNING
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WARNING
Risk of burn. Do not open or mutilate batteries.
Batteries contain electrolyte solution which can
cause burns and blindness. If electrolyte contacts
skin or eyes, flush with water and seek immediate
medical attention.
WARNING
Environmental Hazard. Always recycle batteries at an
official recycling center in accordance with all local
laws and regulations. Failure to do so could result in
environmental damage, death or serious injury.
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