12
6. Once the engine has been operating for 10-15 seconds,
slowly return the choke lever back to the right hand side
position. This position will switch the choke ‘off’.
Note:
If the generator stops, move the choke back to the full
left hand side and repeat the starting operation..
Stopping the engine
1. Before stopping, ensure that
no electrical apparatus is
connected to the generator.
2. Press “O” on the engine switch
(6) to ‘stop’ the engine.
3. Turn the fuel tap (4) anti-
clockwise to the ‘off’ position.
Connecting apparatus to the generator - AC
1. Start the engine. Allow the
engine to run for a couple of
minutes to warm up prior to
connecting any apparatus to
the generator. The green power
on light (12) will illuminate
when the generator is
operational and power is
available at the socket.
2. For AC current, plug the power cord into the AC output
socket (10).
Connecting apparatus to the generator - DC
This generator is fitted with a 13.8V DC regulator. The DC
output should only be used for the purpose of charging
suitable lead acid car batteries. Do Not use the DC of the
generator for any other purpose than to charge batteries.
When charging lead acid batteries it is important that you
adhere to these important safety tips:
•
Do Not
attempt to charge any other type of batteries.
•
Do Not
use the DC output when 240V output is in use.
•
Do Not
charge batteries while they are connected to a
vehicle. Make sure they have been totally disconnected
prior to connecting to the generator for recharging.
•
Do Not
charge the battery in a confined space. The
charge area should be open with adequate ventilation.
•
Prior to charging, remove the filler caps and top up the
cells with distilled water to the correct level if needed.
To charge your car battery, connect the alligator clips to the
corresponding terminals on your battery. The red lead goes
to the positive (+) terminal and the black lead goes to the
negative (-) terminal. This DC cord has been supplied with
the unit. The generator will charge batteries up to 500CCA
capacity provided the battery is in reasonable condition.
Batteries of larger capacity may charge but will depend on
the condition and also the level of charge in the battery. In
cases where the current exceeds the rating of the Generator,
the circuit breaker on the DC side will open circuit, and will
need to be re set to continue. (Refer to the AC and DC
overload cut out section of this manual).
Note:
Only use the DC leads provided with this generator,
when using the DC output.
WARNING.
Prior to connecting any product to the generator,
check the rating label of the product. The generator is rated
at 650W so if the product being connected is higher than
650W, the protective cut out on the generator may operate
to prevent over load damage to the generator. The generator
will withstand short operation and spikes up to 800W.
It should also be very clearly understood that output voltage
fluctuations will occur when various loads are connected
