Using The 12 Vdc Battery Charger; Shutting Down; Low Oil Level Shutdown; Fueling The Generator - Generac Power Systems iX 1600 Owner's Manual

Operation
USING THE 12 VDC BATTERY
CHARGER
The 12 VDC receptacle may be used to recharge 12 VDC
automotive batteries only. The DC charging output is not regulated.
The circuit protector does not prevent over-charging a battery.
1. Connect the charging cable to the generator first, then the
battery, ALWAYS connecting the red lead to positive (+) and
the black to negative (-).
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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 a spill occurs,
flush area with clear water immediately.
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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.
NEVER reverse the polarity when connecting
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the battery terminals to the charging jack.
Severe damage may occur to the generator
and battery.
2. Keep the FlexPower™ switch in the "OFF" (O) position.
3. Start the generator and use it as normal. Charging time will
vary with battery size and condition. Check the voltage at the
battery terminals once the charging cable has been unplugged
or the generator has been shut down.
This receptacle can not recharge 6-Volt batteries
and can not be used to crank an engine having a
discharged battery.

SHUTTING DOWN

Once the generator is no longer needed it can be shut down.
1. Switch off any devices connected to the generator. Unplug any
cords to the 120 VAC duplex outlets or the 12 VDC plug.
2. Turn the fuel valve to the "OFF" (O) position (Figure 7). A
switch behind the fuel valve grounds the ignition system,
stopping the engine and the fuel supply is shut off.
3. Close the vent on the fuel cap.
4. Allow the generator to cool before moving or storing.
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NOTE:
Always allow the generator to cool off before
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storing. High temperatures will be present
at the rear of the unit for some time after
shutdown.
Figure 7 - Turn Off Fuel
TURNING THE FUEL OFF

LOW OIL LEVEL SHUTDOWN

This generator is equipped with a low oil level shut down. If the oil
level in the engine crankcase drops below a pre-determined level,
the engine will stop automatically and the "LOW OIL LEVEL" LED
will light up.
Remove the Left Side Service Cover and check the oil level of
the engine. Add or drain oil as necessary; refer to see the section
"ADDING ENGINE OIL".

FUELING THE GENERATOR

Use care when fueling the generator. Only fill the fuel tank when
the generator has cooled entirely. Use fresh unleaded gasoline with
a minimum Research Octane Number (RON) of 87.
Do not use any gasoline containing more than 10% Ethanol.
NEVER fill the fuel tank with E85 or a mixture of oil and gasoline
designated for two-cycle engines.
Do not light a cigarette or smoke when filling the
fuel tank.
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Gasoline is highly FLAMMABLE and its
vapors are EXPLOSIVE. Do not permit
smoking, open flames, sparks or heat in the
vicinity while handling gasoline.
  N ever fill fuel tank indoors. Never fill fuel
tank when engine is running or hot. Avoid
spilling gasoline on a hot engine. Allow
engine to cool entirely before filling fuel tank.
 Do not overfill the fuel tank. Always allow
room for fuel expansion. If tank is over-filled,
fuel can overflow onto a hot engine and
cause FIRE or an EXPLOSION. Wipe up fuel
spills immediately!
NOTE: