Stopping The Engine; Automatic Idle Control; Low Oil Pressure Shutdown System; Initial Start-Up - Guardian 005348-0 Owner's Manual

IMPORTANT: Do not overload the generator. Also, do not overload
individual panel receptacles. These outlets are protected against
overload with push-to-reset-type circuit breakers. If amperage rating
of any circuit breaker is exceeded, that breaker opens and electrical
output to that receptacle is lost. Read "Don't Overload the Generator"
carefully.

2.8 STOPPING THE ENGINE

• Shut off all loads, then unplug the electrical loads from generator
panel receptacles. Never start or stop the engine with electrical
devices plugged in and turned on.
• Turn "Off" the Idle Control switch (if on).
• Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to stabilize the
internal temperatures of engine and generator.
• Move Start/Run/Stop switch to "Off" position.
• Close fuel valve.

2.9 AUTOMATIC IDLE CONTROL

This feature is designed to greatly improve fuel economy. When
this switch is turned "On," the engine will only run at its normal fast
governed engine speed when electrical load is connected. When the
load is removed, the engine will run at a reduced speed. With the
switch "Off," the engine runs at the normal fast engine speed all the
time. Always have the switch OFF when starting and stopping the
engine (Figure 13).

2.10 LOW OIL PRESSURE SHUTDOWN SYSTEM

The engine is equipped with a low oil pressure sensor that shuts down
the engine automatically when the oil pressure drops below 5 psi. If
the engine shuts down by itself and the fuel tank has enough gasoline,
check engine oil level.

2.10.1 INITIAL START-UP

A delay built into the low oil shutdown system allows oil pressure to
build during starting. The delay allows the engine to run for about 10
seconds before sensing oil pressure.

2.10.2 SENSING LOW OIL PRESSURE

If the system senses low oil pressure during operation, the engine
shuts down.

2.10.3 RESTARTING

If trying to restart the engine within 10 seconds after it shuts down, the
engine may NOT start. The system needs 5 to 10 seconds to reset.
If the engine is restarted after such a shutdown and the low oil
pressure has not been corrected, the engine will run for about 10
seconds as described above and then stop.
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Section 2 – Operation
Portable Generator System

2.11 CHARGING A BATTERY

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Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen
gas while recharging. An explosive mixture will
remain around the battery for a long time after
it has been charged. The slightest spark can
ignite the hydrogen and cause an explosion.
Such an explosion can shatter the battery and
cause blindness or other serious injury.
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Do not permit smoking, open flame, sparks or
any other source of heat around a battery. Wear
protective goggles, rubber apron and rubber
gloves when working around a battery. Battery
electrolyte fluid is an extremely corrosive
sulfuric acid solution that can cause severe
burns. If spill occurs flush area with clear water
immediately.
Use battery charger plug to keep the battery charged and ready for
use. Battery charging should be done in a dry location.
1. Plug charger into "Battery Charger Input" jack, located on the
control panel. Plug wall receptacle end of the battery charger into
a 120 Volt AC wall outlet (Figure 15).
Figure 15 - Battery Charger Jack
BATTERY
CHARGER
INPUT
2. Unplug battery charger from wall outlet and control panel jack
when generator is going to be in use.
Do not use the battery charger for more than 48 hours at one
charge.
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