Electric Start - Powermate PM0418000 Owner's Manual

This generator model is provided with both electric start and
recoil start capabilities. The charger is a low amperage (1A)
maintenance type charger. It will charge your battery as your
generator runs. Avoid prolonged cranking, as it can damage
the engine.
The battery provided is a nominal 12 volt sealed rechargeable
lead-acid battery and can be operated in any position without
leakage. It complies with non-spillable battery regulations. Its
convenient size offers a 30% reduction over conventional
batteries.
Length = 7.14 inches, Width = 3.03 inches,
Height = 6.59 inches, Weight = 12.56 lbs
18AH Rating
UL Recognized
Battery Kit Parts List
Item Description
A *Bolt, M5 x M12
B. *Nut 5MM
C. *Washer Flat M5
D. *Bolt, 1/4-20 X 8"
E. *Washer 1/4
F. *Spacer
G. Hold Down bar (P/N 0036525.02)
H. *Wing nut, 1/4-20
* These are standard parts available at your local hardware
store.
Note: Brand New Generators are shipped with the Battery
Connections disconnected. The Positive and Negative
Terminals must be connected to the Battery before the
Electric Start Feature will work.
Initial Battery Connection - Refer to the Installation Instructions
Below.
Battery Removal & Installation:
Removal: Remove the nut and bolt from the negative and
positive post, being careful not to short across the terminals.
(Shorting the terminals together can cause sparks, damage to
the battery or generator or even burns or explosions.)
Always abide by the safety warnings provided with the
battery. Remove the battery and re-cycle and dispose of
properly.
• Do not short-circuit the battery terminals.
• Do not charge in a sealed container.
• Keep sparks, flame away.
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ELECTRIC START

Installation:
1. Place the battery in the position provided.
2. Place the bolts through the holes on the battery pan.
3. Place the bolts through the loops on the Hold-Down
bracket.
4. Place the spacers and washers on the bolts.
5. Tighten down the Hold-Down assembly with the 1/4-20 nuts
provided.
Note: Spacers may be removed depending on the battery
height.
Hook up the new battery, or re-install the new battery, as
follows: Remove vinyl caps from red and black wire terminals.
Connect the Red 10 Gauge wire to the positive (+) terminal
and the Black 10 Gauge wire to the negative (-) terminal with
the bolt, nut, and washer provided. Make sure all connections
Qty are tight. Your battery is now connected and ready for use.
2 Turn the key switch to crank the engine.
2 Note: Be sure Oil has been added to the engine as
2 specified in the Owner's Manual.
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