HW5600C Portable Electrical Generator Owner’s Manual
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Testing Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) Receptacle
Testing Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI) Receptacle
The GFCI outlets should be tested periodically to ensure
they are working properly (see Table 2).
1.
Start the generator (see page 14).
2.
Push the TEST button.
3.
Confirm the RESET button pops out and the red light
turns off.
4.
Restore power by pushing the red RESET button
firmly to lock in place.
5.
Repeat this test for the other GFCI outlet.
Transporting Generator
When transporting the generator:
•
Press engine control switch to STOP position.
•
Turn fuel shut-off valve to OFF position.
•
Keep generator level to prevent fuel spillage.
•
Confirm handles are locked into position before
moving generator.
Storing Generator
Before storing generator for extended period of time:
•
Be sure storage area is free of excessive humidity
and dust.
•
Refer to Table 5 for recommended preparation proce-
dures.
To prepare generator for long-term storage:
1.
Drain fuel into suitable container (see page 26).
2.
Change engine oil (see page 19).
3.
Remove spark plug (see page 23).
4.
Add a tablespoon of clean engine oil into spark plug
hole.
5.
Place rag over spark plug hole and pull recoil starter
handle slowly to turn engine and distribute oil.
6.
Reinstall spark plug.
FIGURE 48:
GFCI Test Button
FIGURE 49:
GFCI Reset Button
If the red RESET button does not pop out, do not
use the GFCI receptacle. Contact a service
dealer for repairs
.
If the red RESET button does not lock in place,
do not use the GFCI receptacle. Contact a ser-
vice dealer for repairs
.
Hot engine or exhaust system can cause serious
burns or fires. Cool generator completely before
transporting or storing.
NOTICE
NEVER drop, strike, or place heavy objects on generator
when transporting.
TEST
RESET
Test Button
Red Light
TEST
RESET
Reset Button
No Red Light
DANGER
DANGER
WARNING
NOTICE
Follow service procedures for preparing generator for stor-
age. Inadequate or improper care of generator can result in
damage to generator components and will void limited war-
ranty.
Storage Time
Recommended Preparation
Less than 1
month
No preparation required.
1 to 2 months
Fill fuel tank with fresh gasoline and
add gasoline conditioner
*
.
*
Use gasoline conditioners formulated to extend storage life.
Contact authorized generator dealer for conditioner recommen-
dations.
2 months to 1
year or more
See procedure below.
TABLE 5. Recommended Service Procedures Based on Storage
Time
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive under certain conditions.
• NEVER smoke or allow flames or sparks near genera-
tor or where gasoline is stored.
DANGER
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