Assembly; Operation - Craftsman 580.329120 Owner's Manual

TO REMOVE GENERATOR FROM
CARTON
• Slice two corners at end of carton from top to
bottom so the panel can be folded down flat, then
remove all packing material.
• Remove the generator and contents from the
shipping carton.
CARTON CONTENTS
Check all contents against those listed below:
• Main unit
• Engine oil
• Owner's manual
• Battery charge cables
If any parts are missing or damaged, call the
generator helpline at 1-800-222-3136.
CONNECTOR PLUGS AND CORD
SETS
120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacles
Each duplex receptacle is protected against overload
by a push–to–reset circuit breaker.
Use each receptacle to operate 120 Volt AC,
single–phase, 60 Hz electrical loads requiring up to
2,400 watts (2.4 kW) at 20 Amps of current. Use cord
sets that are rated for 125 Volt AC loads at 20 Amps
(or greater).
CAUTION!
Although each receptacle is rated
for 120 Volts at 20 Amps (2,400 watts or
2.4 kW), the generator is rated for a total of
3,000 watts. Powering loads that exceed the
wattage capacity of the generator can damage it
or cause serious injuries. The total of loads
powered through these receptacles should not
exceed 20 Amps.

ASSEMBLY

ADJUST GUIDE HANDLE
Your generator is equipped with a wheel kit for easy
maneuvering. After you remove the generator from the
carton, adjust the guide handle. Use the following
steps:
• Raise guide handle, secure in place.
Lift the handle to upright
position and slide the
locking caps into place

OPERATION

12 Volt DC Receptacle
This receptacle allows you to recharge a 12 Volt
10 Amp automotive or utility style storage battery with
the battery charge cables provided. This receptacle
can not recharge 6 Volt batteries and can not be used
to crank an engine having a
discharged battery. See the
section "Charging a Battery"
(page 7) before attempting to
recharge a battery.
120 Volt Cord Sets
Use only high quality, well-insulated, extension cords
with the generator's 120 Volt electrical receptacles.
Check the ratings of all extension cords before you
use them. Such cords should be rated for 125 Volt AC
loads at 20 Amps (or greater) for most electrical
devices. Some devices, however, may not require this
type of extension cord. Check the owner's manuals of
those devices for their recommendations.
Keep extension cords as short as possible, preferably
less than 15 feet long, to prevent voltage drop and
possible overheating of wires.
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