GT POWER GT4000ESi, Operating Instructions Manual

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11.
WARNING!
To avoid electric shock:
• ALWAYS connect the positive (+) battery
cable (red boot) first when connecting battery
cables.
• ALWAYS disconnect the negative (-) battery
cable (black boot) first when disconnecting
battery cables.
• NEVER connect the negative (-) battery cable
(black boot) to the positive (+) post on the
battery.
• NEVER connect the positive (+) battery cable
(red boot) to the negative (-) post on the
battery.
Connecting the
Battery
NOTE: The inverter comes equipped with the positive
battery cable (red boot) already attached.
1. Unclip the battery access panel on the back of the
unit next to the muffler (see Figure 1).
Figure 1: Battery Service Panel
3. Carefully remove the protective wrapping around
the lug of the negative (-) battery cable (black
boot).
4. Locate negative (-) cable attached to alternator
cable, remove tie and route to the negative (-)
battery post.
5. Pull back the black boot and securely attach the
negative (-) battery cable (black boot) to the
negative (-) battery post as shown in Figure 2.
6. Replace the black boot so it protects the cable lug
and battery post.
Figure 2: Installing Battery Leads
Positive
(Red)
Negative
(Black)
NOTE: The electric start generator is equipped with
a battery charging feature. Once the engine is
running, a small charge is supplied to the battery via
the battery cables and will slowly recharge the battery.
• NEVER touch both battery posts simultaneously.
• NEVER place a metal tool across both battery
posts.
• ALWAYS use insulated or non-conducting tools
when installing the battery.
2. Verify the positive (+) battery cable (red boot) is
securely tightened to the positive (+) battery post.
Make sure boot is over battery post.
Powercords
Using Extension Cords
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within this table (on the following page). The use of
this table is the responsibility of the user only. This
table is intended for reference only. The results
produced by using this table are not guaranteed to be
correct or applicable in all situations as the type and
construction of cords are highly variable.
Always check with local regulations and a licensed
electrician prior to installing or connecting an electrical
appliance.
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