Generac 101 9-3 Portable Generator User Manual


 
7500EXL Extended Life Generator
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How to Use the Battery Charger
Use battery float charger jack to keep the starting battery
charged and ready for use. Battery charging should be done
in a dry location, such as inside a garage.
Plug the charger into the unit’s “Battery Float Charger”
jack, which is located on the starter switch (Figure 8).
Plug battery charger into a 120Volt AC wall receptacle.
Unplug the charger from the unit and the wall outlet
when generator is being started and while it is in
operation.
Keep this charger plugged in when generator is not in
use to prolong battery life.The charger has a built in float
equalizer and will not overcharge the battery, even when
plugged in for an extended period of time.
IMPORTANT: See “Battery Maintenance” on page 17 for
additional information.
COLD WEATHER
OPERATION
Under certain weather conditions (temperatures below
40°F [4°C] combined with high humidity), your generator
may experience icing of the carburetor and/or the
crankcase breather system.To reduce this problem, you
need to perform the following:
1. Make sure generator has clean, fresh fuel.
2. Open fuel valve (turn valve to open position).
3. Use SAE 5W-30 oil (synthetic preferred, see engine
operator’s manual).
4. Check oil level daily or after every eight (8) hours of
operation.
5. Maintain generator following “Maintenance Schedule”
in engine operator’s manual.
6. Shelter unit from elements.
Figure 8 — Battery Charger Jack