STEP 3: CONNECT THE BATTERY
Connecting/disconnecting the battery’s negative terminal requires removing the right wheel. For your convenience
of assembly, the battery’s negative terminal has been pre-connectecd from the manufacturer. Follow the instructions
below to connect the battery’s positive terminal.
NOTE: When using gasoline to run the generator, the battery must be connected whether using electric or recoil
start. The battery must also be connected for electric start when using LPG, but the battery does not need to be
connected for recoil start on LPG.
To connect the battery:
1. Remove the cover from the positive (+) battery terminal .
2. Connect the red cable to the positive (+) battery terminal with the suitable nuts and bolts.
3. Make sure connections are secure and slide rubber boot over the positive (+) battery terminal and connection
hardware.
4. Check that the negative (-) battery terminal has been pre-connected properly.
GENERATOR PREPARATION
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.
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 eye wear 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, call a doctor immediately. Drink a large amount of water or milk. Then drink milk
of magnesia or vegetable oil.
IMPORTANT: If you do not plan to use the generator for an extended period of time, it is recommended to
DISCONNECT the battery cable from the battery terminal to protect the battery from losing charge. After discon-
necting the cable, cover the free end with an insulator such as electrical tape.
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