Electric Start Wiring; Battery Installation; Dc Features; Battery Heat Shield - DeWalt DXGN14000 User Manual

Electric Start Wiring

The generator is equipped with electric start. An "Off-On-
Start" rotary key switch is provided on the engine. All nec-
essary wiring is provided. See engine manual for wiring
diagram (3A Charge Coil), and additional information.

DC Features

The charging system of the unit is supplied by the starter/
alternator of the engine. 12 volts DC is constantly
charging the battery when the unit is running. Discon-
necting the battery will stop the charging of the battery.
Before charging a storage battery, check the electrolyte
fluid level in all the cells. (Sealed batteries do not require
checking). Add distilled water to each cell if necessary, to
bring the level back up to the manufacturer's required
level.
Storage batteries give off EXPLO-
WARNING
SIVE hydrogen gas while charging.
Do not allow smoking, open flames, sparks, or spark pro-
ducing equipment in the area while charging.
Battery electrolyte fluid is comprised
WARNING
of sulfuric acid that can be very dan-
gerous and cause severe burns. Do not allow this fluid to
contact eyes, skin, clothing, etc. If contact or spillage
does occur, flush the area with water immediately.
This battery charging system is
CAUTION
intended to recharge weak batteries,
not to "jump start" vehicles. Do not overcharge battery or
leave battery unattended.
Do not continue to charge a battery
CAUTION
that becomes hot or is fully charged.

Battery Installation

DEWALT recommends a 12 V battery with at least 235
cranking amps, Model U1L, Lawn and Garden Battery.
DEWALT part number: DXGN035BT (0L0881)
Remove battery heat shield (G) by loosening the four (4) M6
1.
screws (F).
Place battery in position.
2.
Place bolts (A) through holes on the battery pan (H).
3.
Place bolts through loops on the hold-down bracket (D).
4.
Place spacers (C) and washers (B) on bolts.
5.
Tighten down hold-down assembly with 1/4-20 nuts (E).
6.
Install battery heat shield (G).
7.
NOTE: Spacers may be removed depending on bat-
tery height.

Battery Heat Shield

Ensure all heat shields and heat deflectors are intact and
in place. Removing or modifying parts could cause seri-
ous damage to the battery.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid. May
WARNING
contain explosive gases. Always
abide by safety warnings provided with the battery.
•
Keep sparks, flame and cigarettes away.
•
Hydrogen gas is generated during charging and discharg-
ing.
4
•
Always shield eyes, protect skin and clothing when work-
ing near batteries.
Connect the red 8 gauge battery lead (J) to the positive
(+) battery post, and the black 8 gauge battery lead (K) to
the negative (-) battery post with bolts and nuts.
K
J
F
A

Battery Kit Parts List

Item Part No.
A. 0L0797
B. 0L0419
C. 0L0802
D. 0L0798
E. 0L0821
E
B
D
H
Description
Bolt, 1/4-20 x 8"
Washer 1/4
Spacer
Hold Down Bar
Wing Nut, 1/4-20
DEWALT 14000 Generator
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