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Before connecting the generator to the home power circuit, the
circuit
’
s connections to external power supplies (commercial
power or other power supplies) must be cut off first.
3. Earthing of the generator
In order to prevent electric shock due to shoddy electrical appliances or wrong use of
electricity, the generator must be earthed with a good-quality insulated conductor.
4. Loads
Before connecting the loads, it must be confirmed that
The total of all loads
’
power values doesn
’
t exceed the generator
’
s rated power.
Overload use will shorten the generator
’
s service life.
If the generator is connected to multiple loads or electricity consumers, please
remember to first connect the one with the highest starting current, then the one with the
second highest starting current... and last connect the one with the lowest starting
current.
5. High altitude operation
In a high altitude area, the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture will be excessively rich,
output power will decrease and fuel consumption will increase. High altitude
performance can be improved by installing a smaller diameter main fuel jet in the
carburetor and readjusting the pilot screw. If you always operate the generator at
altitudes higher than 3,300 feet (1,000 meters), please have an authorized generator
dealer perform carburetor change.
Even with suitable carburetor jetting, engine horsepower will decrease by approximately
3.5% for each 1,000 feet (300 meters) increase in altitude. The effect of altitude on
horsepower will be greater than this if no carburetor change is made.
If an engine suitable for high altitude is used at a lower altitude, the
excessively lean air fuel mixture will reduce output power and may
over-heat and seriously damage the engine.
VI. Maintenance of the generator
Good maintenance is the best assurance for safe, economical and zero-malfunction
running of the generator, and it is also good for environment protection.
In order to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning and electric shock,
shut off the generator before performing any maintenance.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment are necessary for keeping the generator in a
good operating condition. Perform the service and inspection at the intervals shown in
the Maintenance schedule below:
