Westinghouse WGen9500DF User Manual page 26

MAINTENANCE
BATTERY MAINTENANCE
The battery shipped with the generator has been fully
charged. A battery may lose some charge when not in use
for prolonged periods of time.
NOTE: Once started, the generator will charge the battery
after 30 – 60 minutes of use.
The included trickle charger can remain connected and will
maintain the battery for an indefinite period of time. A red
light on the charger indicates charging in progress. A green
light indicates charging complete. Charge in a dry location.
l Plug the charger into the battery charging port on the
control panel.
l Plug the wall receptacle end of the battery charger into
a 120 volt AC wall outlet.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
WARNING
tains sulfuric acid (electrolyte) which is highly corro-
sive and poisonous. Wear protective clothing and eye
protection when working near the battery. Keep chil-
dren away from the battery.
STORAGE
Turn the unit off and allow it to cool a minimum of 30 minutes before storage. Keep the unit upright. Do not store the
generator on its side. Drain fuel before storing the unit. Store the unit and the fuel separately in well-ventilated areas
away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other sources of ignition.
NOTICE
Gasoline stored for as little as 30 days can deteriorate, causing gum, varnish, and corrosive buildup
in fuel lines, fuel passages, and the engine. This corrosive buildup restricts the flow of fuel, which can prevent the
engine from starting after a prolonged storage period. The use of fuel stabilizer significantly increases the storage
life of gasoline. Full-time use of fuel stabilizer is recommended. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for use.
STORAGE TIME
Less than 1 month
2 to 6 months
6 months or longer
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Burn hazard. The battery con-
RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE
Replace all protective covers on the generator control panel.
Clean the exterior of the generator and remove any debris from the muffler cooling vents.
Replace all protective covers on the generator control panel.
Clean the exterior of the generator and remove any debris from the muffler cooling vents.
Drain the carburetor float bowl. (Store gasoline in an approved gasoline container or dispose
of it according to state and local ordinances.)
Replace all protective covers on the generator control panel.
Clean the exterior of the generator and remove any debris from the muffler cooling vents.
Drain the carburetor float bowl and the fuel tank.(Store gasoline in an approved gasoline
container or dispose of it according to state and local ordinances.)
Put a tablespoon of engine oil into the spark plug cylinder. Gently pull the recoil handle to
slowly turn the engine and distribute the lubricant. Reinstall the spark plug
Change the engine oil.
CAUTION
lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling.
l Loosen and remove the bolt on the battery hold-down
plate and swing the plate out.
l Disconnect the quick-connect plugs and remove the
battery from the unit.
l Disconnect the quick-disconnect cable leads from the
battery.
l On the replacement battery, connect the white (–)
quick-connect cable to the battery negative terminal. Slide
the rubber boot over the connection hardware.
l Connect the red (+) quick-connect cable to the battery
positive terminal. Slide the rubber boot over the connection
hardware.
l Install the battery into the generator. Reinstall the battery
hold-down plate and tighten the bolt.
l Connect the quick-connect plug.
NOTICE
Dispose of the used battery properly
according to the guidelines established by your local
or state government.
Battery posts, terminals contain