9.
With wheels on, secure support leg assembly to cradle
with 20 mm long capscrews, flat washers, and lock
washers.
10. Check each fastener to ensure it is secure and tires
are inflated between 15-40 PSI.
INSTALLING BATTERY
NOTE: The generator can be started manually. If you
choose not to use the electric start feature of this
generator, you do not need to install the battery.
CAUTION!
If battery is not installed, DO NOT
operate engine without insulating the red positive
battery cable with electrical tape, or it could blow a
fuse and cause sparks.
We recommend you purchase and install a Briggs &
Stratton 12 Volt DC battery (Group U1;Type GT-X).The
battery should be serviced with electrolyte fluid and fully
charged prior to installation.
Install the battery as follows:
1.
Find battery fasteners shipped loose in carton.
2.
Set battery onto tray.
3.
Retain battery to tray with one battery hold down
bracket, two J bolts, two flat washers and two hex nuts
(Figure 2).
Figure 2 — Wire Connections
BLACK wire
RED wire from
from engine
starter switch
PowerBoss 8,000 Watt PowerMaster Generator
4.
Connect red battery cable from engine starter switch
to positive (+) terminal on battery with bolt, washer
and nut (Figure 2).
5.
Connect black battery cable to negative (–) terminal
on battery with bolt, washer and nut (Figure 2).
6.
Double check all connections to ensure they are in
correct locations and secure.
BEFORE STARTING THE
ENGINE
Add Engine Oil and Fuel
• Place generator on a level surface.
• Refer to engine owner's manual and follow oil and fuel
recommendations and instructions.
CAUTION
Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has
been properly filled with the recommended oil will result
in equipment failure.
• Refer to engine manual for oil and fuel fill information.
• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
NOTE: Check oil often during engine break–in. Refer to
engine owner's manual for recommendations.
NOTE: The generator assembly rotates on a prelubricated
and sealed ball bearing that requires no additional
lubrication for the life of the bearing.
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