Maintenance
Operator’s Manual
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GFCI TEST RECORDS:
As with any other safety devices, the GFCIs supplied with these generators
must be checked every month to insure that they are functioning properly.
To test the GFCIs, follow the instructions and then enter the date of the
test below.
1. With the generator running and the idle control switch
in the “START” position, push the “TEST” button. The
“RESET” button should pop out. This should result in the power being
off at both outlets of the duplex receptacle. Verify this by plugging a
test lamp into each outlet.
WARNING: IF THE RESET BUTTON DOES NOT POP OUT, DO
NOT USE THE RECEPTACLE(S). SEE AUTHORIZED
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE FOR SERVICE
IMMEDIATELY.
2. If the GFCI test correctly, restore power by FIRMLY pushing the “RESET”
button back in until you hear or feel a distinctive “click”. IF THE GFCI
FAILS TO RESET PROPERLY, DO NOT USE EITHER OUTLET OF
THE DUPLEX RECEPTACLE. Have the unit serviced by an authorized
Customer Service Representative immediately.
3. High vibration or severe mechanical shock loads may cause the GFCIs
to trip. IF EITHER GFCI TRIPS BY ITSELF AT ANY TIME, reset it and
perform test procedures 1 and 2.
4. Repeat steps 1-3 for the second GFCI.
WARNING: ALTHOUGH THE ABOVE TEST PROCEDURES WILL
INDICATE PROPER GFCI OPERATION ON AN UNGROUNDED
OR IMPROPERLY GROUNDED GENERATOR, THE GENERA-
TOR MUST STILL BE GROUNDED PER THE GROUNDING
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FUNCTION PROPERLY AND PROTECT THE USER FROM
ELECTRICAL FAULTS.
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NOTE:
Situations exist where a GFCI will not afford any protection against the hazards of electrical shock.
EXAMPLE: if a person touches two or more conductors from a damaged cord set and is not in direct contact
with the ground, he or she may receive a shock. Since there is no path to ground for a ground fault current to
The GFCI are merely an added safety feature. There are no substitutes for good safety precautions, correct
electrical practices and proper maintenance of cords, equipment and connections.
