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OPM-151/A
Use of fuels with content of ethanol greater than shown
above may cause starting and/or performance problems.
Always ensure that the fuel is clean and free of all
impurities.
Never use gasoline that has been stored for an extended
period of time as the fuel will lose its volatile properties
and you will be left with varnish residue. The varnish
like substance will clog the carburetor and will not burn
properly.
The use of fuel additives, such as Sta-Bil, or an equivalent
will minimize the formation of fuel gum deposits. If a unit
has been out of operation for an extended period of time,
it is best to drain old fuel from the engine and replace with
fresh fuel before attempting to start.
See the engine manual for special instruction for operating
this unit at over 5000 feet.
BATTERY INSTALLATION
CAUTION
A battery presents a risk of electrical shock and high
short circuit current. The following precautions must be
observed when working with batteries:
1. Remove watches, rings, and other metal objects.
2. Use tools with insulated handles.
3. Check both the battery cable ends and the battery
posts to be sure they are free of corrosion.
4. Always connect the battery positive cable first and
then connect the battery negative cable. When
removing the battery cables from the battery,
reverse the procedure, disconnect the negative
first and then the positive cable.
5. Be sure all connections are tight and coat the
terminals and cable ends with dialectic grease.
This engine generator set is shipped with a battery tie down
kit for customer installation. This kit consists of a battery
tie down and hardware for installation of the customer
supplied battery on the unit.
If you intend to use the power plant’s electric start system,
you will need to purchase and install a battery to operate it.
A 12 Volt battery, U1 rated at 300 CCA or larger is
recommended for this electric start engine-generator set.
Follow the battery manufacturers recommendations for
servicing and charging prior to use. Connect the battery to
the electric start system using the cables provided.
CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
These electric start engines are NEGATIVE GROUND.
Use extreme caution when connecting the battery.
Connect the NEGATIVE battery terminal to GROUND.
For your safety, always connect the positive battery cable to
the “bat+” terminal first. Then connect the negative battery
cable to the “Bat-” terminal. Make sure all connections are
clean an tight. Reverse the sequence when disconnecting,
disconnect the negative cable first. These engines produce
enough direct current to keep the battery charged under
normal operating conditions, but were not intended to be
used as a battery charger.
WARNING
The electrolyte is diluted sulfuric acid that is harmful
to the skin and eyes. It is electrically conductive and
corrosive. The following precautions must always be
taken.
1. Always wear full eye protection and protective
clothing.
2. Where electrolyte contacts skin, wash off
immediately with water.
3. If electrolyte contacts the eyes, flush thoroughly
and immediately with water and seek immediate
medical
attention
4. Spilled electrolyte is to be washed down with an
acid neutralizing agent. A common practice is to
use a solution of one pound of bicarbonate of soda
(baking soda) to one gallon of water. The
bicarbonate of soda solution is to be added until
the evidence of reaction (foaming) has ceased. The
resulting liquid is to be flushed with water and the
area
dried.
DANGER: EXPLOSIVE FIRE RISK
Batteries emit explosive hydrogen gas while charging.
1. Never smoke when near batteries.
2. Do not cause a flame or spark in the battery area.
3. Always discharge static electricity from your body
before touching batteries by first touching a
ground metal surface.
BATTERY CHARGING
Units have a small flywheel charger built into the engine
flywheel assembly for recharging the starting battery. This
flywheel charger generates a small AC current that passes
through a diode assembly to produce DC charging current
of about 1 to 3 Amps. This circuit is not designed to be used
as a battery charging circuit to recharge dead batteries.
OPTIONAL DOLLY KIT
An optional 4-wheel dolly kit is available for this generator.
The dolly kit comes with instructions and parts list.
CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
Be sure to check the wheels properly before operating
the generator. Ensure the brake has been applied.
Allowing the unit to move will cause damage to the
unit, drop cords or loads.
