100416 - 8000W TRI-FUEL PORTABLE GENERATOR
OPERATION
20
Add Fuel: Natural Gas (NG)
DANGER
NEVER place NG connector hose in the path of the generator’s
muffler exhaust gas stream while the generator is running.
Connecting the NG hose
1. Use pipe sealant, joint compound, or Teflon tape when
connecting the adapter fitting from the hose kit to the NG
supply line.
2. Connect the female flare end of the NG hose to the adapter
fitting. NO pipe sealant, joint compound, or Teflon tape is to
be used on this connection.
3. Remove the rubber protective plug from the female quick
connect end of the NG hose.
4. Pull and hold the outer collar of the female quick connect and
insert it over the male connector on the generator. Release
outer collar. Pull on the hose to make sure it is securely
connected to the generator.
5. Before operation, open the NG supply line and check for
leaks. Use a soapy water mixture to verify all connections
prior to starting the generator. If soapy bubbles are present
indicating leaks turn off the NG supply and do not start
generator. Recheck connections and tightness and turn NG
supply valve back on and repeat soapy water mixture on
connection fitting. If the NG leak continues do not use the
generator and contact a qualified technician for repair.
6. Close the NG supply valve.
Grounding
Your generator must be properly connected to an appropriate
ground to help prevent electric shock.
WARNING
Failure to properly ground the generator can result in electric
shock.
A ground terminal connected to the frame of the generator has
been provided (see Controls and Features for terminal location).
For remote grounding, connect a length of heavy gauge
(12 AWG minimum) copper wire between the generator ground
terminal and a copper rod driven into the ground. We strongly
recommend that you consult with a qualified electrician to ensure
compliance with local electrical codes.
Neutral Floating*
–
Neutral circuit
IS NOT
electrically connected to the frame/
ground of the generator.
–
The generator (stator winding) is isolated from the frame and
from the AC receptacle ground pin.
–
Electrical devices that require a grounded receptacle pin
connection will not function if the receptacle ground pin is not
functional.
Neutral Bonded to Frame*
–
Neutral circuit
IS
electrically connected to the frame/ground of
the generator.
–
The generator system ground connects lower frame cross-
member below the alternator. The system ground is connected
to the AC neutral wire.
* See your Specifications section for specified type of grounding.
OPERATION
CO Shield
®
- Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection
and Auto-shutoff System
The CO Shield
®
technology monitors the accumulation of
poisonous CO gas produced by engine exhaust when the generator
is running. If CO Shield detects elevated levels of CO gas, it
automatically shuts off the engine. Generators are intended to
be used outdoors, far away from occupied buildings and exhaust
pointed away from people and buildings.
If misused and operated in a location that results in the
accumulation of CO inside an enclosed or partially enclosed space,
for example a house, garage or a garage with the door partially
open, CO Shield will automatically shut off the generator and then
illuminate a red LED. Read the action label for what steps to take.
CO Shield is not a substitute for an indoor carbon monoxide
alarm.
