USING THE FLEXPOWER™ SWITCH
When the accessories connected to the generator are going to
be used intermittently (such as a hand drill), the FlexPower™
switch can be pushed to the “ON” (I) position. This will lower the
generator engine speed when loads are not being applied, saving
fuel, reducing engine wear and extending runtime.
USING THE 12 VDC BATTERY CHARGER
The 12 VDC receptacle may be used to recharge 12 VDC
automotive batteries only. The DC charging output is not regulated.
The circuit protector does not prevent over-charging a battery.
1. Connect the charging cable to the generator first, then the
battery, ALWAYS connecting the red lead to positive (+) and
the black to negative (-).
NEVER reverse the polarity when connecting
the battery terminals to the charging jack.
Severe damage may occur to the generator
and battery!
Use care when handling automotive type
batteries. Avoid contact with bare skin,
clothing and eyes. Wash hands thoroughly
after handling.
2. Keep the FlexPower™ switch in the “OFF” (O) position.
3. Start the generator and use it as normal. Charging time will
vary with battery size and condition. Check the voltage at the
battery terminals once the charging cable has been unplugged
or the generator has been shut down.
NOTE:
This receptacle can not recharge 6-Volt batteries
and can not be used to crank an engine having a
discharged battery.
SHUTTING DOWN
Once the generator is no longer needed it can be shut down.
1. Switch off any accessories connected to the generator. Unplug
any cords to the 120 VAC duplex outlets.
2. Turn the fuel valve to the “OFF” (O) position (Figure 7). A
switch behind the fuel valve grounds the ignition system,
stopping the engine and the fuel supply is shut off.
3. Allow the generator to cool before moving or storing.
Always allow the generator to cool off before
storing. High temperatures will be present at
the rear of the unit for some time after
shutdown.
Figure 7 - Turn Off Fuel
TURNING THE FUEL OFF
LOW OIL LEVEL SHUTDOWN
This generator is equipped with a low oil level shut down. If the
oil level in the engine crankcase drops below a pre-determined
level, the engine will stop automatically and the “LOW OIL” LED
will light up.
Remove the Left Side Service Cover and check the oil level of the
engine. Add oil as necessary; refer to see the section “ADDING
ENGINE OIL”.
FUELING THE GENERATOR
Use care when fueling the generator. Only fill the fuel tank when
the generator has cooled entirely. Use fresh unleaded gasoline with
a minimum Research Octane Number (RON) of 87.
NOTE:
Do not use any gasoline containing more than 10% Ethanol.
NEVER fill the fuel tank with E85 or a mixture of oil and gasoline
designated for two-cycle engines.
Gasoline is highly FLAMMABLE and its vapors
are EXPLOSIVE. Do not permit smoking, open
flames, sparks or heat in the vicinity while
handling gasoline.
Never add fuel while unit is running or hot.
Allow unit to cool entirely before adding fuel.
Do not overfill the fuel tank. Always allow
room for fuel expansion. If tank is over-filled,
fuel can overflow onto a hot engine and cause
FIRE or an EXPLOSION. Wipe up fuel spills
immediately!
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Section 2 – Operation
Portable Generator System
