CONTROL PANEL
14. LOW OIL LEVEL LED (yellow): Lights up when oil level is
below safe operatinglevel and the engineshuts down..
15. OVERLOAD LED(red): Lights up if the generatorexperiences
a load greaterthan the ratedoutput, low voltage, overheatsor
the poweredcircuit experiencesa short. The output is stopped
eventhough the enginekeeps running.
16. READY LED (green): Indicates output from the generator
unless there is a low oil or overload condition.
17. 12 VDC Plug: Connectionfor re-charging 12VDCautomotive-
style batterieswhile generatoris in operation.
18. FlexPower
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Switch: This switch slows the engine speed
when the load is reducedto save fuel and engine wear.
19. 12 VDC Circuit Breaker:Overload protectionfor the 12 VDC
charging system.
20. Ground (Earth) Connection Lug: Grounding point for the
generator; consult state and local electrical codes before use
(floating ground).
21. 120 VAC Receptacles:Two (2) receptacles for connecting
accessories.
NOTE:
Do not exceed the rated outputof the generator.
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PRE-USE CHECK
Prior to starting the generator and adding loads, perform the
following tasks:
1. Make sure the generatoris on a firm, level (not to exceed15°
in any direction), non-combustible surface with at least five
(5) feet of clearanceon all sides.
Never operate
in an enclosed
area or
indoors! NEVER use in the home, in a
vehicle, or in partly enclosed
areas such
as garages,
even if doors and windows
are
open! ONLY use outdoors and far from open
windows,
doors, vents, and in an area that
will not accumulate
deadly exhaust.
Using a generator indoors CAN KiLL YOU IN MINUTES.
Generator
exhaust contains carbon monoxide.
This is
a poison you cannot see or smell.
NEVER use inside a home
or garage, EVEN iF doors
and windows are open.
Only use OUTSIDE and
far away from windows,
doors, and vents.
2. Removethefuel cap and checkthe fuel level. If fuel is needed,
seethe section "FUELING THEGENERATOR".
3. Remove the left side service cover and check the oil level
by removing the oil filler cap. The oil level should be to the
bottom of the threads on the oil fill pipe. If oil is needed,see
the section "ADDING ENGINE OIL:'.
4. Replaceand securethe left side service cover.
5. Make sure there are no loads connectedto the generator.
6. The National Electric Code (NEC) requires the frame and
external electrically conductive parts of the generator be
properly connected to an approved earth ground. Proper
grounding of the generator will prevent electrical shock in
the event of a ground fault condition in the generator or in
connected electrical devices. Proper grounding also helps
dissipatestatic electricity, which often builds up in unguarded
devices.
7. Local electrical codes may also require proper grounding of
the generator.
_CAUTION!
Starting the generator
with accessories
connected
to the 120 VAC outlets
will
damage the generator
and the connected
accessories.