LIFAN Power USA
2205 Industrial Park Road
Van Buren, AR 72956
866-‐471-‐7464
www.lifanpowerusa.com
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Operation of Generator
HOW TO USE YOUR GENERATOR
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ELECTRIC/PULL (RECOIL) START MODELS:
5.
Using provided key, turn the key switch to the “ON” position. Rotate the key one
more position to the “START” position in order to engage the starting motor.
Hold key switch in the “START” position until engine starts for NO MORE than 10
engine rotations. If the engine does NOT start repeat procedures beginning with
Step One (1).
6.
Once the engine runs for 3-‐5 seconds, push the choke pin in to disengage.
NOTE (all models):
If generator does not start within three pulls, check the crankcase
oil level. The engines “Low Oil Alarm System” may be activated and preventing the
engine from starting.
CONNECTING ELECTRICAL LOADS:
1.
Ensure engine is started before plugging in any electrical appliance.
2.
Plug in desired 120 Volt loads to the 120 Volt U-‐Ground and 240 Volt loads to the
240 Volt receptacles. Always plug appliances into the generator with appliance
in its “OFF” position.
3.
Plug in 12V DC load to the DC receptacle. DC and AC power may be used
simultaneously. Circuit Breaker may need to be re-‐set before using 12V
receptacle. When charging 12V batteries, insert the charging plug into the DC
socket and then connect the terminals to the battery. After charging is
complete, remove battery terminal first, then un-‐plug charging plug from
generator. Remove the ground wire of Car Batteries prior to charging and re-‐
connect after charging is complete to avoid short circuit or spark.
4.
Do NOT connect 240 Volt loads to the 120 Volt receptacles.
5.
Only connects single-‐phase 60 Hertz loads.
6.
DO NOT OVERLOAD THE GENERATOR. FOLLOW THE PROVIDED “GENERATOR
WATTAGE REFERENCE WORKSHEET” TO DETERMINE THE RUNNING AND
STARTING WATTAGE OF YOUR EQUIPMENT, REFER TO THE PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS TO ENSURE YOUR GENERATOR WILL OPERATE THE DESIRED
EQUIPMENT.
NOTE:
Use the running and starting wattage provided by the equipment manufacturer
if available. If not available, use provided “Generator Wattage Reference Worksheet.”
