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Table of Contents
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Hazard Signal Word Definitions .................................................................................................2
About Your Generator .................................................................................................................4
Specifications .................................................................................................................................6
Safety Label Locations ..................................................................................................................7
Machine Component Identification .............................................................................................8
Power Load Planning & Management ........................................................................................10
Installation / Initial Set-Up:
1. Unpacking & Delivery Inspection..........................................................................................12
2. Planning the Power Load........................................................................................................12
3. Set-up as a PORTABLE or BUILDING BACK-UP Power Source ......................................13
4. Selecting a Suitable Site .........................................................................................................16
5. Grounding the Generator ........................................................................................................18
6. Battery Installation .................................................................................................................19
Operation:
1. General Safety Rules for Operation .......................................................................................20
2. Preparing for Operation ..........................................................................................................23
3. Starting the Engine .................................................................................................................26
4. Checking Generator Output....................................................................................................27
5. Connecting Loads ...................................................................................................................28
6. Stopping the Engine ...............................................................................................................28
7. Storage & Exercise .................................................................................................................29
Maintenance & Repair ..................................................................................................................31
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................33
Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation .......................................................34
Generator Exploded View ............................................................................................................38
Wiring Diagram .............................................................................................................................40
Generator Head Exploded View ..................................................................................................42
Limited Warranty .........................................................................................................................43