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8000W Portable Generator
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ASSEMBLY
Your generator requires some assembly and is ready for
use after it has been properly serviced with the
recommended oil and fuel.
If you have any problems with the assembly of your
generator, please call the generator helpline at
1-800-743-4115. If calling for assistance, please have the
model, revision, and serial number from the data tag available.
See “Know Your Generator” for data tag location.
Remove Generator From Carton
1. Set the carton on a rigid flat surface.
2. Open carton completely by cutting each corner from
top to bottom.
3. Remove everything from carton except generator.
4. Leave generator on carton to install wheel kit.
Carton Contents
Check all contents against those listed below:
• Main unit
• Engine oil
• Operator’s manual
• Engine operator’s manual
• Battery float charger
• Wheel kit
If any parts are missing or damaged, call the generator
helpline at 1-800-743-4115.
ELECTRIC START
Your unit is equipped with electric start capability but can
be started manually. If you choose not to use the electric
start feature, you do not need to connect the negative
battery cable.
Check Battery / Attach Negative
Battery Wire
The sealed battery on the generator is fully charged and
pre–installed except for the negative (black) battery cable.
To install:
1. Cut off tie wrap securing loose end of negative (black)
cable.
2. Remove screw, lock washer and flat washer on
negative battery terminal.
3. Slide lock washer, flat washer and negative battery
cable over screw (Figure 1).
4. Reattach screw to negative battery terminal and
tighten.
5. Verify that connections to battery and generator are
tight and secure.
Figure 1 — Negative Battery Connection
Positive battery cable
Screw
Negative
battery
cable
Flat Washer
Lock Washer