Generator Maintenance; Charging The Battery - Rheem GEN20AD-E Manual De Operario

Generator Maintenance

The generator's warranty does not cover items that have
been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive
full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain the
generator as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your generator.
All service and adjustments should be made at least once
each season. Follow the requirements in the Maintenance
Schedule chart.
Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit
clean. Operate the unit in an environment where it will
not be exposed to excessive dust, dirt, moisture or any
corrosive vapors. Cooling air louvers on the enclosure
must not become clogged with snow, leaves, or any other
foreign material. To prevent generator damage caused by
overheating, keep the enclosure cooling inlets and outlets
clean and unobstructed at all times.
Check the cleanliness of the unit frequently and clean when
dust, dirt, oil, moisture or other foreign substances are visible
on its exterior/interior surface. Inspect the air inlet and outlet
openings inside and outside the enclosure to ensure air flow
is not blocked.
DO NOT use direct spray from a garden hose to clean
generator. Water can enter the engine and generator and
cause problems.
NOTICE Improper treatment of generator could damage it
and shorten its life.
DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, dirt, or
corrosive vapors.
DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots.
Clean the generator as follows:
1. Press and hold the control board OFF button.
2. Remove 15 Amp fuse from control board.
3. Clean generator as desired.
away dirt. Inspect cooling air slots and openings on
the generator. These openings must be kept clean and
unobstructed.
4. Reinstall 15 Amp fuse in control board.
5. Press and hold the control board AUTO button.
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WARNING Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Servicing of batteries is to be performed or supervised
by personnel knowledgeable of batteries and the
required precautions. Keep unauthorized personnel away
from batteries.
Servicing the Battery
If it is necessary to service the battery, proceed as follows:
1. Press and hold the control board OFF button.
2. Remove 15 Amp fuse from control panel.
3. Service or replace battery as required. See Battery
in Final Installation Considerations in the installation
manual for specific battery needed.
4. Connect red battery cable to battery positive terminal
(indicated by POSITIVE, POS, or (+)).
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Charging the Battery

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If it If it is necessary to charge the battery, proceed as follows: If it
1. Press and hold the control board OFF button.
2. Remove 15 Amp fuse from control board.
3. Disconnect negative battery cable from negative battery
terminal (indicated by NEGATIVE, NEG, or (-)).
4. Charge battery with battery charger at 2 Amps until
battery holds 12 Volts. DO NOT exceed 13.7 volts
when charging.
NOTICE Failure to disconnect negative battery cable could result
in equipment failure.
DO NOT attempt to jump start the generator.
Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void engine and generator warranty.
NOTICE DO NOT use a battery booster to quick charge a low
battery.
5. Connect negative battery cable to negative battery
terminal (indicated by NEGATIVE, NEG, or (-)).
6. Ensure hardware on both positive and negative battery
terminals is secure.
7. Reinstall 15 Amp fuse in control board.
8. Press and hold the control board AUTO button.
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