FOOT
INSTALLED FOOT
Figure 3- Installing foot bracket
PREPARING THE GENERATOR FOR USE
Usin_ the Generator for the First Time
The following section describes steps user must follow to prepare the generator for the first-time
usage. If after reading this section, you are unsure about how to perform any of the steps please
call (800) 232-1195 M-F 8-5 CT for customer service. Failure to perform these steps properly
can damage the generator or shorten its life.
If you are using the generator for the first time, there are a few steps you must take to prepare it for
operation:
Step 1- Connect the Battery
a_ WARNING: Battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas
• Keep battery away from spark, flame, or cigarette.
• Do not connect or disconnect battery while generator is running.
• Service or use battery only in well ventilated areas.
A WARNING: Battery contains sulfuric acid. Battery acid is poisonous. Tilting the generator
with the battery installed can cause battery acid to spill.
• Wear protective clothing and eyewear when servicing battery.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not tilt generator with battery installed.
• If battery acid gets on your skin, wash with water immediately.
• If battery acid gets in your eyes, flush with water for at least 15 minutes and call a doctor
immediately.
If battery acid is swallowed, drink a large amount of water or milk. Then drink milk of magnesia
or vegetable oil. Call a doctor immediately.