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Switching From Gasoline to Propane
1. Disconnect all load from generator.
2. Make sure propane hoses are properly connected.
3. While the unit is running on gasoline, turn Off the fuel valve.
4. When the generator starts to sputter, open the valve on the propane bottle. (if bottle is newly connected
press pressure release valve on regulator on generator and press for2 seconds and release)
5. Reconnect load when unit is running smoothly.
Switching From Propane to Gasoline
1. Disconnect all load from generator.
2. While the unit is still running, open the gasoline valve.
3. Immediately close the valve on the propane bottle.
4. Reconnect load when unit is running smoothly.
Surge Protection
CAUTION:
ATTEMPTING TO POWER SENSITIVE ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT WITHOUT THE USE OF AN
APPROVED LINE CONDITIONER MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT.
Electronic devices, including computers and many programmable appliances use components that are designed to
operate within a narrow voltage range and may be affected by momentary voltage fluctuations.
While there is no way to prevent voltage fluctuations, you can take steps to protect sensitive electronic equipment.
1.
Install UL1449, CSA-listed, plug-in surge suppressors on the outlets feeding your sensitive equipment.
Surge suppressors come in single- or multi-outlet styles. They’re designed to protect against virtually all
short duration voltage fluctuations.
2.
Obtain an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) device. Most UPS devices come with a rechargeable
battery between the electronic equipment and power supply source. The device buffers the voltage and
protects against virtually all short duration voltage fluctuations.
Capacity
Follow these simple steps to calculate the running and starting watts necessary for your purposes.
See page 16 for Wattage Reference Guide.
1. Select the electrical devices you plan on running at the same time.
2. Total the running watts of these items. This is the amount of power you need to keep your items running.
3. Identify the highest starting wattage of all devices identified in step
a. Add this number to the number calculated in step
b. Surge wattage is the extra burst of power needed to start some electric driven equipment.
Following the steps listed under “Power Management” will guarantee that only one device will be
starting at a time.
