Stopping Generator - Honeywell HW5500E - Portable Generator NOT Owner's Manual

Stopping Generator

Stopping Generator
In an emergency:
Press engine control switch to STOP position.
In normal use:
Turn OFF any connected appliances and unplug any
1.
connected power cords.
Allow generator to run for 2-3 minutes.
2.
3. Press engine control switch to STOP position.
Turn fuel shut-off valve to OFF position.
4.
For long-term storage instructions, see page 30.
Powering Appliances
NOTE:
In this manual, the term "appliance" refers to any electri-
cal device that can be connected to generator for power.
Rules for Powering Appliances
NOTICE
NEVER start generator with electrical appliances plugged in
and turned on.
Faulty appliances and power cords can result in elec-
trical shock.
• Before attempting to power an appliance, be sure gen-
erator has been properly grounded, and the appliance
and power cord are in good working order.
• NEVER use generator for any purpose other than its
intended use.
• NEVER parallel connect generators or lengthen the
exhaust pipe.
• NEVER connect generator directly to any household
receptacle using a power cord with male plugs at both
ends.
Medical and Life Support Uses
• In case of emergency, call 911 immediately.
• NEVER use this product to power life support devices
or life support appliances.
• NEVER use this product to power medical devices or
medical appliances.
• Inform your electricity provider immediately if you or
anyone in your household depends on electrical equip-
ment to live.
• Inform your electrical provider immediately if a loss of
power would cause you or anyone in your household to
experience a medical emergency.
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• Plan carefully:
appliances, take time to add power ratings (watt-
age) of each appliance and verify that total wattage
does not exceed rated output of generator. Power
rating information can usually be found on an appli-
ance's product label, stamped inside, or on the
back of the appliance. See Table 1 for a listing of
average appliance wattage requirements.
•
NEVER overload: Circuit breakers will stop the flow
of electricity from the generator to the appliance if the
generator is overloaded. Check all circuit breakers for
"tripped' position. If the master circuit breaker is
tripped, reduce the load on the Twist-Lock (NEMA
L14-30R) outlet. If a duplex outlet breaker is tripped,
reduce the load on the duplex (NEMA 5-20R) outlet
above the breaker, wait several minutes for the
breaker to cool, and then push to reset.
•
Pay attention to appliance operation: If appliance
begins to operate abnormally, becomes sluggish, or
stops suddenly, turn it OFF immediately. Disconnect
appliance and determine whether problem is appli-
ance, or if rated load capacity of generator has been
exceeded.
• Use suitable extension cords: If using an extension
cord to connect appliance to generator, use only UL-
listed, three-prong extension cords. Be sure extension
cord is proper size (wire-gauge) to handle electric
load that will be plugged into it.
NEVER run power cords under carpet, rugs, or other materi-
als where heat might build up or cord damage may go unno-
ticed.
Appliance Wattage Information
Use table below as a guide to determine how much power
you will need to run appliances using generator.
The values provided in following table are estimates only.
• ALWAYS verify actual wattage requirements for appli-
ance you will be powering. Check labels inside or on
the back of appliance, refer to appliance operating
manuals, or contact appliance manufacturer.
Air Conditioner, Central*
Air Conditioner, Window*
Aquarium
Clock Radio
Coffee Maker
TABLE 1. Typical Appliance Running Wattages
HW5500/HW5500E/HW5500EL/HW5500L Portable Electrical Generator Owner's Manual
Before using the generator to power
Appliance Typical Running Watts
3500
500-1440
50-1210
10
900-1200