Chicago Electric 98838 Operation Instructions Manual page 16

3. To start the Engine manually, using the Starter Handle (41A) and Starter Rope
(40A), insert the Ignition Key (65) and turn the Engine Ignition (2) to its "RuN"
position. Grasp the Starter Handle (41A) on the Starter Rope (40A) and pull slowly
until resistance is felt. Allow the Rope to rewind slowly. Then, pull the Handle with
a rapid, full arm stroke. Allow the Rope to rewind slowly. If necessary, repeat this
procedure until the Engine starts.
4. When the Engine starts, slowly move the Choke Lever (21A) to its
(See Figure E.)
5. iMPORTANT:
start-up so that the Engine and Generator can stabilize.
To connect Electrical Loads:
1. Start the Engine, and allow the Engine and Generator to run and warm up for five
minutes after starting with no electrical load.
2. WARNiNG! Connect 120V AC appliances, tools, and equipment only to the
four 120V AC Outlets (5). Connect 240 AC appliances, tools, and equipment only
to the one 240V AC Outlet (6). Connect 12V DC appliances, tools, and equipment
only to the 12V DC Terminal (7). (See Figure c.)
3. cAuTiON! Never exceed the rated capacity for this Generator, as serious dam-
age to the Generator and/or appliances, tools, and equipment could result from an
overload. Starting and running wattage requirements should always be calculated
when matching this Generator's wattage capacity to the appliance, tool, or equip-
ment.
4. Most appliances, tools, and equipment will list on the motor nameplate the start-
ing and running voltage and amperage requirements. Use the following formula to
convert voltage and amperage to wattage:
Volts x Amps = Watts (example: 120 volts x 3 amps = 360 watts)
5. To determine the approximate wattage requirement for most appliances, tools, and
equipment with "inductive" type motors, multiply the wattage that was calculated by
2 times to ensure adequate Generator capacity for motor load starting current.
NOTE:
6. The starting and running wattage for "resistant" loads are the same. Ex-
ample: a 100 Watt light bulb requires only 100 Watts to start. Most resistant loads
will be listed in wattage.
7. Always power the largest electric motor first. Then, plug in other appliances, tools,
and equipment one at a time.
a. Connect "inductive" load appliances, tools, and equipment first. Inductive loads
consist of small hand tools and some small appliances. Connect the items that
require the most wattage first.
b. Connect any lights next.
SKU 98838 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
Allow the Generator to run at no load for five minutes after each
"RuN" position.
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