Dc Usage - Sportsman GEN7000 Instruction Manual

Do not connect 50Hz or 3-phase loads to this generator.
SOME NOTES ABOUT POWER CORDS
Long or thin cords can require more wattage from a generator to power an electrical device. Figure 9 shows the recommended cords according to
the power requirement of the electrical device. When using cords that exceed these specifications, allow for the electrical device to have a slightly
higher rated wattage requirement.
Device Requirements
Amps
2.5
5
7.5
10
15
20
25
30
40
NR = Not Recommended.

DC Usage

The DC outlet is only for recharging 12 Volt automotive-type batteries. Do not connect any other device to this outlet.
Use this generator only for recharging 12 Volt batteries. NEVER attempt to jumpstart a car with this generator.
Failing to use the correct procedure can cause a battery to explode, seriously injuring anyone nearby. Keep heat, sparks, flame and
smoking materials away from the battery.
To connect 12 Volt batteries to the DC outlet:
1. Allow the engine to run for several minutes after it has been started.
3. Make sure DC Reset button is pressed in.
GEN7000 7000 Watt Generator Manual
Figure 8 - Outlets Available on this Generator, from left to right, 120V AC, 240/120
AC and 12V DC.
Watts (120V) Watts (240V)
300 600
600 1200
900 1800
1200 2400
1800 3600
2400 4800
3000 6000
3600 7200
4800 9600
Figure 9 - Maximum Extension Cord Lengths by Power Requirement
Max. Cord Length (ft) by Wire Gauge
#8 wire #10 wire #12 wire
NR 1000 600
NR 500 300
NR 350 200
NR 250 150
NR 150 100
175 125 75
150 100 60
125 65 NR
90 NR NR
#14 wire #16 wire
375 250
200 125
125 100
100 50
65 NR
50 NR
NR NR
NR NR
NR NR
19