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To Remove LP Fuel Tank(s)
1. Confirm the LP fuel tank shut off valve is closed (turned
fully CLOCKWISE).
2. Disconnect the fuel hose from the LP tank by turning the
large coupling nut COUNTERCLOCKWISE by hand.
3. Install the protective cover over the LP fuel tank shut off
valve outlet.
4. Remove wing nut from threaded rod by turning it
COUNTERCLOCKWISE. Lift and remove the fuel hose/
regulator assembly from the threaded rod.
5. Lift and remove the LP tank hold-down bracket from
threaded rod. It may be necessary to wiggle the LP fuel
tanks to release the hold-down bracket.
6. Carefully lift the LP fuel tank off the LP fuel tank tray.
Verify Engine Oil Level
NOTICE
Any attempt to crank or start the engine without
verifying it has been properly serviced with the recommended
oil will result in equipment failure.
Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
•
instruction will void engine and generator warranty.
The generator engine is shipped from the factory filled with
synthetic oil
(API SJ/CF 5W-30W). This allows for generator
operation in the widest range of temperature and climate
conditions. Before starting the engine, check oil level and
ensure that engine is serviced as described in
Maintenance
.
NOTICE
The use of synthetic oil does not alter the required
oil change intervals described in
Maintenance
.
Removable Roof and Access Door
The generator enclosure includes a removable roof and
battery access door.
To Remove Roof
There are two screws on each side of the roof located in the
half-moon roof slots. Remove the four screws and lift roof
off.
To Remove Battery Access Door
1. Disconnect any loads connected to the generator.
2. Remove roof as described above.
3. Remove screw at top of access door.
4. Pull access door outward (away) from unit while pulling
door upward and out of base.
5. Door will come free of generator enclosure.
To Install Battery Access Door and Roof
1. Guide bottom of access door into base.
2. Push access door in until it is flush with sides.
3. Replace door screw.
4. Replace roof and four roof screws.
Battery
The customer must supply and install a valve-regulated
rechargeable 12 volt starting battery. The starting battery
MUST conform to the specifications shown in these charts.
It is also HIGHLY RECOMMENDED to use a higher capacity
battery in colder climates.
Battery Specifications (Colder Climate)
Volts
12 Volt DC
Amps (MIN)
600 CCA (cold cranking amps)
Type
AGM (Absorbent glass mat)
Terminal Hardware
M8
Dimensions (MAX):
Width
5.43 inches (138mm)
Length
9.02 inches (229mm)
Height
8.19 inches (208mm)
Battery Specifications (Warmer Climate)
Volts
12 Volt DC
Amps (MIN)
350 CCA (cold cranking amps)
Type
AGM (Absorbent glass mat)
Terminal Hardware
M8
Dimensions (MAX):
Width
5.325 inches (135mm)
Length
7.875 inches (200mm)
Height
6.875 inches (175mm)
Install the battery
as described in
Servicing the Battery
in the
Maintenance
section. Always make sure the
NEGATIVE
cable
is connected last and that the red
POSITIVE
cable is fully in
place.
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Not
for
Reproduction
