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SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCESETUP
Set Up / Assembly
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual
including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY AND FIRE: Operate only with proper spark arrestor installed.
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation.
A spark arrestor may be required. The operator should contact local fire agencies for laws
or regulations relating to fire prevention requirements.
At high altitudes, the engine’s carburetor, governor,
and any other parts that control the fuel-air ratio will
need to be adjusted by a qualified mechanic to allow
efficient high-altitude use and to prevent damage to the
engine and any other devices used with this product.
Note: For additional information regarding the
parts listed in the following pages, refer to the
Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.
NOTICE: This Generator is not intended to power
sensitive electronic equipment without the addition
of an appropriate line conditioner and surge
protector (both not included). Sensitive electronic
equipment includes, but is not limited to,
audio/video equipment, some television sets,
computers, and printers. Sensitive electronic
equipment should be operated on approved inverter-
type generators or pure sine wave generators.
Grounding
The Generator must be properly grounded in
accordance with all relevant electrical codes and
standards before operation. In many locations, local
code will not require this generator to be grounded
when used with cord and plug equipment plugged
directly into the receptacles on the generator. However,
your local regulations may require the generator to be
grounded. Contact a licensed electrician or consult
local authorities regarding local grounding requirements.
If grounding is required, have the unit grounded by a
qualified electrician if you are not qualified to do so.
General grounding instructions are as follows:
Use one of the following as the grounding electrode:
Pipe or conduit, minimum 3/4 in. diameter, minimum
8 ft. long. If steel, it must have anti-corrosion coating.
Rod, stainless steel or copper- or zinc-coated steel,
minimum 5/8 in. diameter, minimum 8 ft. long.
1. Drive electrode at least 8 ft.
vertically into the ground.
a. If rock layer prevents vertical entry, drive at an
angle not exceeding 45 degrees from vertical.
b. If rock layer prevents angle entry, bury electrode
in horizontal trench at least 30 in. deep.
2. The upper end of electrode must be
protected if above ground level.
3. Connect a #6 AWG grounding wire (not included)
from the Grounding Terminal on the Generator
Control Panel to the buried electrode.
For additional information on grounding methods,
please see the National Electrical Code.
NOTICE: There is a permanent conductor
between the portable generator stator winding
(Neutral Conductor) and the frame.
12 VDC Battery Connection
For the electric start and auto-choke functions, or to
operate on LPG or NG fuel, the included 12 VDC Battery
must be connected and charged before first use.
1. Push Engine / Battery Switch to
STOP (OFF) position.
2. Connect the two ends of the Battery
Quick Connector together.
Note: The built-in charging circuit charges the
Battery while the Engine is running. Turn the
Engine / Battery Switch off and use the Battery
Charger / Maintainer to keep the Battery charged
when the Generator is not in use or in storage.
Refer to 12 VDC Battery: in Storage on page 32.
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