GT POWER GT3500SE, Operating Instructions Manual

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GT3500SE
1. Start the engine.
2. Connect the red battery charger lead to the
positive (+) battery terminal.
3. Connect the black battery charger lead to
the negative (-) battery terminal.
4. Turn the ESC “OFF” to start battery
charging.
NOTE: Be sure the ESC is turned off
while charging the battery.
NOTE: The ESC must be turned “OFF”
before increasing engine speed to
rated rpm.
Most motorised appliances require more than
their electrical rating for startup. When an
electric motor is started, the overload indicator
(red) may come on. It is normal for this to go
off within four seconds If the overload indicator
(red) stays on, consult your GT POWER
dealer.
If the generator is connected to multiple loads
please remember to connect the load with the
highest starting current first. Connect the one
with the lowest starting current last.
If the generator is overloaded, or if there is a
short circuit in a connected appliance, the
overload indicator (red) will go ON. The
over-load indicator (red) will stay ON, and after
about 4 seconds, current to the connected
appliance(s) will shut off, and the output
indicator (green) will go OFF. Stop the engine
and investigate the problem. Determine if the
cause is a short circuit in a connected
appliance or an overload, correct the problem
and restart the generator.
Battery Charging
The generator DC rated voltage is 12V. Before
starting to charge the battery, make sure that
the DC protector is turned on. Start the engine
first, and then connect the generator to the
battery for charging.
Be sure to connect the red battery charger
lead to the positive (+) battery terminal, and
connect the black lead to the negative (-)
battery terminal. DO NOT REVERSE THESE
POSITIONS.
The DC protector turns off automatically if
current above the rated flows during battery
charging. To restart charging the battery, turn
the DC protector on by pressing its button to
“ON”. If the DC protector turns off again, stop
charging the battery immediately and consult
your GT POWER Dealer.
NOTE: Follow instructions in the
owner’s manual to determine the end
of battery charging.
Measure the specific gravity of electrolyte to
determine if the battery is fully charged. At full
charge, the electrolyte specific gravity is
between 1.26 and 1.28.
It is advisable to check the specific gravity of
the electrolyte at least once every hour to
prevent overcharging the battery.
WARNING: Never smoke or make
and break connections at the battery
while charging. Sparks may ignite the
battery gas. Battery electrolyte is
poisonous and dangerous, causing
1. Start the engine.
2. Turn the ESC to “ON”.
3. Plug in to AC receptacle.
4. Make sure the AC pilot light is on.
5. Turn on any electric devices.