PowerLand PD3000 User Manual

10
DC Operation
The DC terminals may ONLY be used for charging 12 volt automotive type batteries.
Connecting the battery cables:
1. Before connecting the battery charging cables to a battery that is installed in a vehicle,
disconnect the vehicle ground battery cable from the battery negative (－) terminal.
WARNING: The battery gives off explosive gases; keep sparks, flames and cigarettes away. Provide
adequate ventilation when charging or using batteries.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash
hands after handling.
2. Connect the positive (＋) battery cable to the
battery positive (＋) terminal.
3. Connect the other end of the positive (＋)
battery cable to the generator positive (＋)
terminal.
4. Connect the negative (－) battery cable to
the battery negative (－) terminal.
5. Connect the other end of the negative (－)
battery cable to the generator negative (－)
terminal.
6. Start the generator.
NOTICE: Do not start the vehicle while the
battery charging cable is connected
and the generator is running. The vehicle or the generator may be damaged.
An overloaded DC circuit, excessive current draw by the battery, or a wiring problem will trip the
DC circuit protector (PUSH button extends out). If this happens, wait a few minutes before
pushing in the circuit protector to resume operation. If the DC circuit protector continues to go
OFF, discontinue charging and see your authorized generator dealer.
Disconnecting the battery cables:
1. Stop the engine.
2. Disconnect the negative (－) battery cable from the generator negative (－) terminal.
3. Disconnect the other end of the negative (－) battery cable from the battery negative (－)
terminal.
4. Disconnect the positive (＋) battery cable from the generator positive (＋) terminal.
5. Disconnect the other end of the positive (＋) battery cable from the battery positive (＋)
terminal.
6. Reconnect the vehicle ground battery cable to the battery negative (－) terminal.
NEGATIVE TERMINAL
(BLACK)
POSITIVE TERMINA
L
(RED)
DC CIRCUIT
PROTECTOR
OFF
ON

PowerLand PD3000 Specifications

General

Brand	PowerLand
Model	PD3000
Category	Portable Generator
Language	English