Stopping The Generator - HUSTLER HPGH5500 Instruction Manual

3. Identify how may surge (starting) watts you will need. Surge wattage is the short
burst of power needed to start electric motor-driven tools or appliances such as a
circular saw or refrigerator.
- Because not all motors start at the same time, total surge watts can be
estimated by adding only the electrical device(s) with the highest additional
surge watts to the total rated watts from step 2.
You must isolate the generator from electric utility by opening the electrical
system's main circuit breaker or main switch if the generator is used for backup
power. Failure to isolate the generator from the power utility may result in injury or
death to electric utility workers and damage to the generator due to backfeed of
electrical energy.
Storage 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, resulting in
blindness or other serious injury.
DO NOT allow 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 caustic sulfuric acid solution that can
cause severe burns. If spill occurs flush area with clear water immediately
Use an automotive hydrometer to test battery state of recharge and condition.
Follow the hydrometer manufacturer's instructions carefully. Generally, a battery
is considered to be at 100% state of charge when specific gravity of its fluid (as
measured by hydrometer) is 1.260 or higher.

Stopping the Generator

1. Remove all loads on generator.
2. Remove the plugs of all electric equipment from the generator panel.
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