Dc Usage - DUROMAX XP6500E Owner's Manualanual

Device Requirements
Watts
Amps
(120V)
2.5 300
5 600
7.5 900
10 1200
15 1800
20 2400
25 3000
30 3600
40 4800
*NR= not recommended
Figure 12-Maximum Extension Cord Lengths by Power Requirement

DC Usage

CAUTION:
The DC receptacle is for recharging 12 Volt automotive-type batteries only.
Do not connect any other device to this receptacle.
CAUTION:
Use the generator only to recharge 12 Volt batteries. Never try to jumpstart
a car with your generator.
To connect 12 Volt batteries to the DC receptacle:
1. Connect one charging wire to the positive terminal on the battery and the other
charging wire to the negative terminal.
2. Connect the free end of the positive wire to the positive receptacle (outlet) on the
generator.
3. Start the generator.
4. Carefully connect the free end of the negative wire to the negative receptacle on the
generator.
5. When disconnecting, always disconnect the wires from the generator first to avoid a
spark.
DANGER:
Storage batteries emit highly explosive hydrogen gas when charged.
Batteries also contain acid, which can cause severe chemical burns.
·Do not allow open flames or cigarettes nearby for several minutes after charging
a battery.
·Always wear protective goggles and rubber gloves when charging a battery.
☆ If battery acid gets on your skin, flush with water.
☆ If battery acid gets in your eyes, flush with water and call a physician
immediately.
☆ If battery acid is swallowed, drink large quantities of milk and call a
physician immediately.
15
Watts
#8 wire
(240V)
600 NR
1200 NR
1800 NR
2400 NR
3600 NR
4800 175
6000 150
7200 125
9600 90
Max. Cord Length (ft) by Wire Gauge
#10 wire #12 wire
1000 600
500 300
350 200
250 150
150 100
125 75
100 60
65 NR
NR NR
#14 wire #16 wire
375 250
200 125
125 100
100 50
65 NR
50 NR
NR NR
NR NR
NR NR