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1200 Generator
Operation (cont’d)
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Power Management
Use the following formula to convert voltage and amperage to watts:
Volts x Amps = Watts
To prolong the life of your generator and attached devices, follow these steps to add electrical load:
1. Start the generator with no electrical load attached.
2. Allow the engine to run for several minutes to stabilize.
3. Plug in and turn on the first item. It is best to attach the item with the largest load first.
4. Allow the engine to stabilize.
5. Plug in and turn on the next item.
6. Allow the engine to stabilize.
7. Repeat steps 5-6 for each additional
Connecting Electrical Loads
1. Let the engine stabilize and warm up a few minutes after starting.
2. Prior to powering tools and equipment, make sure the generator’s rated voltage, and amperage capacity
(110/120VAC @ 8.33 AMPs, 12V DC @ 8.33 AMPs) is adequate to supply all electrical loads that the unit will
power. If powering exceeds the generator’s capacity, it may be necessary to group one or more of the tools and/or
equipment for connection to a separate generator.
3. Once the generator is running, simply connect the power cords of 110/120 volt AC powered tools and equipment
into the 110/120 volt AC dual outlets and/or the power cord of a 12V DC powered tool to the DC terminals..
CAUTION:
MAKE SURE TO CONNECT THE POSITIVE (+) LEAD OF THE POWER CORD TO THE POSITIVE (+)
TERMINAL ON THE GENERATOR, AND CONNECT THE NEGATIVE (-) LEAD OF THE POWER CORD TO
THE NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL ON THE GENERATOR.
4. If using only a 12V DC tool or equipment, turn the 110/120V AC circuit breaker to its “OFF” position.
5.
DO NOT connect 3-phase loads to the generator.
6.
DO NOT connect 50Hz loads to the generator.
7.
DO NOT overload the generator.
Note:
The DC terminals may be used for charging 12 volt automotive type batteries only.
Stopping the Engine
1. Turn off and unplug all electrical loads. Never start or stop the generator with electrical devices plugged in or
turned on.
2. Let the generator run at no-load for several minutes to stabilize internal temperatures of the engine and generator.
3. Turn the power switch to the “OFF” position.
4. Turn the fuel valve to the “OFF” position.
