STEP 3: CONNECT THE BATTERY
The generator comes with battery disconnected for safety. The
battery must be connected for electric start, but does not need
to be connected for recoil start. If the battery is connected, it will
receive charge while the engine is running.
To connect the battery (Fig. 9):
1. Remove the red cover from the positive (+) battery terminal.
2. Connect the red cable to the positive (+) battery terminal with
the suitable nuts and bolts.
3. Make sure connections are secure and slide rubber boot over
the positive (+) battery terminal and connection hardware.
4. Connect the black cable to the negative (-) battery terminal
with the suitable nuts and bolts.
WARNING!
Battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas.
• Keep battery away from spark, flame, or cigarette.
• Do not connect or disconnect battery while generator is running.
• Service or use battery only in well ventilated areas.
WARNING!
Battery contains sulfuric acid. Battery acid is poisonous. Tilting the generator with the battery
installed can cause battery acid to spill.
• Wear protective clothing and eye wear when servicing battery.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not tilt generator with battery installed.
• If battery acid gets on your skin, wash with water immediately.
• If battery acid gets in your eyes, flush with water for at least 15 minutes and call a doctor immediately.
If battery acid is swallowed, call a doctor immediately. Drink a large amount of water or milk. Then drink milk of
magnesia or vegetable oil.
GENERATOR PREPARATION
IMPORTANT:
If you do not plan to use the generator for an extended period of time, it is recommended to discon-
nect the negative battery cable from the battery to protect the battery from losing charge. After disconnecting the
cable, cover the free end with an insulator such as electrical tape.
5. Make sure all connections are secure and slide rubber boot over the negative (-) battery terminal and connection
hardware.
Fig. 9
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