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LIGHT
MEANING
RESOLUTION
GREEN
(POWER INDICATOR)
RED
(OVERLOAD)
ON
OFF
Generator output is normal.
No action needed.
OFF
Flashes 1x, repeating
every 3 sec
Voltage at alternator is too low. No elec-
trical output.
Check for loose connections. Call
1-800-232-1195
for assistance.
OFF
Flashes 2x, repeating
every 3 sec
Engine speed is too low. No electrical
output.
Check carburetor and stepper motor.
Ensure Eco-Mode is OFF. Have genera-
tor serviced; call
1-800-232-1195
for
assistance.
OFF
Flashes 3x, repeating
every 3 sec
Inverter temperature is too high. No
electrical output.
Turn generator off and let it cool down
fully (1 – 2 hours) before restarting.
OFF
Flashes 5x, repeating
every 3 sec
Voltage at alternator is too high. No
electrical output.
Have generator serviced; call
1-800-
232-1195
for assistance.
OFF
Flashes 6x, repeating
every 3 sec
Generator has exceeded rated output and
cut off power to protect itself. No electri-
cal output.
Turn OFF and disconnect loads. Press
RESET button on panel. Reduce load on
generator.
Table 3 - Power Cord Requirement Guide
*NR = Not Recommended
Device Requirements
Max. Cord Length (ft) by Wire Gauge
Amps
Watts
(120V)
Watts (240V)
#8 wire
#10 wire
#12 wire
#14 wire
#16 wire
2.5
300
600
NR
NR
NR
375
250
5
600
1200
NR
NR
300
200
125
7.5
900
1800
NR
350
200
125
100
10
1200
2400
NR
250
150
100
50
15
1800
3600
NR
150
100
65
NR
20
2400
4800
175
125
75
50
NR
25
3000
6000
150
100
60
NR
NR
30
3600
7200
125
65
NR
NR
NR
40
4800
9600
90
NR
NR
NR
NR
WARNING!
Generator should
only
be connected to electrical devices, either directly or with an extension
cord. NEVER CONNECT TO A BUILDING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM unless a qualified electrician has connected the
generator to a transfer switch as a separately derived system. Such connections must comply with local electri-
cal laws and codes. Failure to comply can create a back-feed, which may result in serious injury or death.
NOTE:
For power outages, permanently installed, stationary generators are better suited for providing backup
power to your home. Even a properly connected portable generator can become overloaded. This may result in
overheating or stressing the machine’s components, possibly leading to generator failure.
SOME NOTES ABOUT POWER CORDS
Refer to the following chart in determining the necessary gauge extension cord for each of your devices. Round up
to the higher amperage in the chart to maximize safety.
USING YOUR GENERATOR
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