Usingthe Flexpower; T M; Switch; Using The12Vdc Battery Charger - Generac Power Systems 005792-0 Owner's Manual

NOTE: NOTE:
When an electric motor is started,the "OVERLOAD" L ED may
light up for up to five (5) seconds(this is normal),if it stays on,
a fault has 0ccured. Removeall loadsand shutdowngenerator
to reset the alarm. Restart the generator, if the "OVERLOAD"
LED remainslit, contacta GeneracDealer for assistance.
USING THEFLEXPOWER
TM
SWITCH
When the accessories connected to the generator are going to
be used intermittently (such as a hand drill), the FtexPower
TM
switch can be pushedto the "ON" (I) position. This will lower the
generatorengine speed when loads are not being applied,saving
fuel, reducingengine wear and extendingruntime.
USING THE12VDC BATTERY CHARGER
The 12 VDC receptacle may be used to recharge 12 VDC
automotivebatteriesonly. TheDC chargingoutput is not regulated.
The circuit protector does not preventover-charginga battery.
1. Connect the charging cable to the generatorfirst, then the
battery, ALWAYSconnectingthe red lead to positive (+) and
the black to negative (-).
ADo 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.
_Sterage 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.
_1 NEVER reverse the polarity when connecting
the battery terminals to the charging jack.
Severe damage may occur to the generator
and battery.
2. Keepthe FlexPower
T M
switch in the "OFF"(O) position.
3. Start the generator and use it as normal. Chargingtime will
vary with batterysize and condition. Checkthe voltage at the
batteryterminals oncethe chargingcablehas been unplugged
or the generatorhas been shut down.
This receptacle can not recharge 6=Volt batteries
and can net be used to crank an engine having a
discharged battery.
SHUTTING D OWN
Oncethe generatoris no longer neededit can be shut down.
1. Switch off any accessoriesconnectedto the generator.Unplug
any cords to the 120 VAC duplexoutlets or the 12 VDC plug.
2. Turn the fuel valve to the "OFF" (0) position (Figure 7). A
switch behind the fuel valve grounds the ignition system,
stopping the engineand the fuel supply is shut off.
3. Close the vent on the fuel cap.
4. Allow the generatorto cool beforemoving or storing.
ACAUTION!
_1 Always allow the generator to cool off before
storing. High temperatures will be present
at the rear of the unit for some time after
shutdown.
Figure 7- Turn Off Fue/
If'ill lli,!ll l i
TURNING THE FUEL OFF
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LOW OILLEVEL S HUTDOWN
This generatoris equippedwith a low oil levelshut down. If the oil
level in the engine crankcasedrops below a pre-determinedlevel,
the engine will stop automaticallyand the "LOWOIL 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;referto see the section
"ADDINGENGINE OIE'.