Powermate Vantage PM0475003, Operator-Parts List Manual

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CIRCUIT PROTECTION
AC FEATURES
The receptacles are protected by an AC circuit breaker. If
the generator is overloaded or an external short circuit occurs,
the circuit breaker will trip. If this occurs, disconnect all
electrical loads and try to determine the cause of the problem
before attempting to use the generator again. If overloading
causes the circuit breaker to trip, reduce the load.
NOTE:
Continuous tripping of the circuit breaker may cause
damage to generator or equipment.
The circuit breaker may
be reset by pushing the button of the breaker.
DC FEATURES (Models PM0473503, PL0473503 &
PC0473503 Only) Battery Charger
This generator contains a circuit used for battery charging
purposes. A two-prong DC receptacle is provided for this
feature. A battery charging cable equipped with a matching
plug for this receptacle has been supplied with the unit.
The battery charger on the generator is referred to as an
unregulated taper charger, the most widely used in the market
today. The amount of current flowing will depend on the
charging voltage and battery’s state of charge. As the on-
charge output current to the battery decreases, the output
current to the battery increases and nearly becomes constant.
Taper chargers are intended to be used with the provision that
they will be disconnected from the battery after maximum time
on charge. Normally a period of 30 to 120 minutes is sufficient
to recharge a weak battery.
CAUTION: This battery charging system is
intended to recharge weak batteries, not to
“boost start” vehicles.
NOTE: When the battery charger circuit is in use, the
AC capacity is reduced by 180 watts. Make sure the
combined load is within the rated limits.
Before charging a storage battery, check the electrolyte
fluid level in all the cells. (Sealed batteries do not require
checking). Add distilled water to each cell, if necessary, to bring
the level back up to the manufacturer’s required level.
WARNING: Storage batteries give off
EXPLOSIVE hydrogen gas while charging. Do
not allow smoking, open flames, sparks, or
spark producing equipment in the area while
charging.
Connect the red clip to the positive terminal of the battery.
Connect the black clip to the negative terminal of the battery.
Insert the DC plug into the DC receptacle to the generator.
After the battery is fully charged remove the battery charging
cable from the generator and then disconnect from the battery
posts.
WARNING: Battery electrolyte fluid is
compressed of sulfuric acid that can be very
dangerous and cause severe burns. Do not
allow this fluid to contact eyes, skin, clothing,
etc. If contact or spillage does occur, flush the
area with water immediately.
PM0473503, PL0473503 & PC0473503 Control Panel
PM0474203 Control Panel
PM0475003 & PC0475003 Control Panel
PM0477022, PM0477023 & PC0477023 Control Panel
PM0478022 Control Panel
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