Your generator’s engine is equipped with an electric starter which requires the installation of a 12-volt
Battery. See the “Specifications” section of this manual for more specific battery requirements for this
generator model, such as minimum amperage or CCA rating.
WARNING: Battery hazards
Batteries are hazardous because they contain caustic acid, can emit explosive gases, and can
cause electric shock. Caution must be exercised when making connections to a battery to avoid
shock and contact with the acid, and to prevent any sparking that could lead to an explosion.
ALWAYS follow the general battery safety rules and instructions listed below.
General Battery
Safety Rules
!
• ALWAYS use eye protection when handling batteries.
• NEVER smoke or work near sparks or other sources of ignition.
• NEVER touch both battery terminals at the same time with your hand or
any non-insulated tools.
• If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, flush immediately with water and
neutralize with baking soda.
Always connect the cables in the following sequence to avoid possible shock:
1. Find the battery cables located inside the generator box.
2. Connect the red cable to the positive(+) terminal of the battery.
3. Then connect the black cable to the negative(-) terminal of the battery.
Disconnecting
the battery
Always disconnect cables in the following sequence to avoid possible shock.
1. First, disconnect the black cable from the negative(-) terminal of the
battery.
2. Next, disconnect the red cable from the positive(+) terminal of the battery.
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