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DANGER
Never sleep in the vehicle while the genset is
running unless the vehicle has a working carbon
monoxide detector. The exhaust system must be
installed in accordance with the genset installa-
tion manual. Make sure there is ample fresh air
when operating the genset in a confined area.
2.4
STARTING THE GENERATOR
Read the vehicle manufacturer's instructions.
The owner/operator should become familiar with
the vehicle in which this generator is installed.
Differences exist between vehicles. For example,
some vehicles may use a transfer switch to isolate
dockside power from the generator, while other
vehicles may use an isolating receptacle. Some
vehicles may be equipped with a DC converter,
which allows the generator to power certain DC
lighting and other DC loads.
To start the generator from either the generator con-
trol panel or from the optional remote panel, proceed
as follows:
1. Turn OFF electrical loads using the means pro-
vided in the vehicle (such as, a main-line circuit
breaker or transfer switch).
If starting from the generator control panel, turn
OFF loads by setting the generator's main-line
breaker to the OFF (or open) position. If starting
from a remote panel, turn OFF loads using the
means provided in the vehicle (such as, a main
circuit breaker). Electrical load circuits will be
turned ON, after the generator has started, stabi-
lized, and warmed up.
2. If the engine is cold, press the Preheat switch for
a maximum of 15 to 30 seconds.
3. While pressing the Preheat switch to crank the
engine, hold the engine Start/Stop switch in the
START position. When the engine starts, release
the switches.
If the engine does not start after it has been
cranking for 15 seconds, release the Start/Stop
switch, wait 15 seconds, and try again. Holding
the switch for longer than 15 seconds can dam-
age the starter motor.
4. Let the engine run at no-load for a few minutes to
stabilize and warm up.
5. Turn ON electrical loads, using the means pro-
vided in the vehicle (such as, a main-line circuit
breaker or transfer switch).
NOTE:
NOTE:
Section 2 – Operation
Recreational Vehicle Generator
2.5
STOPPING THE GENERATOR
1. Turn OFF all electrical loads, using the means
provided in the vehicle (such as, a main-line cir-
cuit breaker or transfer switch).
2. Let the generator run at no-load for a few minutes,
to stabilize internal engine generator tempera-
tures.
Do not stop the engine/generator immediately
after running under load. This can overheat and
damage the engine and/or generator.
3. Press and hold the Start/Stop switch in the STOP
position, until the engine shuts off.
2.6
APPLYING LOADS TO GENERATOR
When applying electrical loads to the generator,
observe these guidelines:
• Before applying electrical loads, let the generator
stabilize and warm up for a minute or two.
• DO NOT overload the generator.
2.6.1
LETTING THE ENGINE STABILIZE
The generator supplies correctly rated voltage only
at the proper governed speed. Some electrical appli-
ances may be extremely sensitive to voltage. Incorrect
voltages can damage such appliances.
Electrical loads applied on the engine at reduced
operating speeds, such loads imposed on the engine,
when sufficient power is not available, may shorten
engine life. Never turn ON electrical loads until after
the generator engine has started and stabilized at
no-load.
2.6.2
DO NOT OVERLOAD THE GENERATOR
Read the rated wattage/amperage capacity of the gen-
erator on the generator data label located below the
user control panel.
Applying electrical loads in excess of the unit's rated
capacity may trip the line breaker or cause the
engine/generator to shut down.
To avoid overloading, add up the wattage of all con-
nected electrical lighting, appliance, tool, and motor
loads. This total should not be greater than the gen-
erator's rated wattage capacity.
• Most lighting, appliance, tool, and motor loads
indicate their required watts on their nameplate or
data plate. For light bulbs, simply note the wattage
rating of the bulb.
• If a load does not show its rated wattage, multiply
that load's rated VOLTS times AMPS to obtain
WATTS.
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