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18 Operator’s Manual
CONTROLS
ENGINE SWITCH: (Fig. 1)
The engine switch is designed for easy operation with the
interlocking mechanism between the fuel valve and the
choke.
AC RECEPTACLES: (Fig. 2)
AC electric power is available through these receptacles.
- Two 20A receptacles
- One 30A receptacle
Use a grounding type plugs as shown on page 28.
WARNING: DO NOT PUT FOREIGN OBJECTS
INTO THE PLUG RECEPTACLE.
DC TERMINALS: (Fig. 3-A)
The DC terminals are used only for charging 12 volt batteries.
It provides up to 12V-8.3A (100W) of maximum power.
- Red is positive (+) terminal.
- Black is negative (-) terminal.
DC CIRCUIT BREAKER: (Fig. 3-B)
DC circuit breaker shuts off electric current when the current
exceeds its limit or a malfunction occurs in the connected
appliance.
Check for excessive current consumption or defects in the
appliance. After making sure everything is in order, push
the button to the “ON” position.
CAUTION: IF CIRCUIT BREAKER CONTINUES
TO TRIP, CHECK APPLIANCE FOR DEFECT.
IF GENERATOR IS MALFUNCTIONING,
SEE YOUR AUTHORIZED JOHN DEERE
SERVICE CENTER OR DEALER.
NEVER INTERFERE WITH THE OPERATION
OF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER KNOB OR
KEEP PUSHING IT IN THE “ON”
POSITION.
GROUND TERMINAL: (Fig. 4)
Terminal for grounding the generator.
RECOIL STARTER: (Fig. 5-A)
Pull this handle to start the generator.
SIDE COVER: (Fig. 5-B)
To access the following items for servicing, take the
applicable side cover out by removing the screw with a
screwdriver.
LH-Side Cover - Oil Level Gauge, Air Cleaner,
Spark Plug, Battery, etc.
RH-Side Cover - Oil Drain Plug, etc.
(Recoil Side)
ENGINE SWITCHES
CHOKE To start the engine, turn the
knob to the position. (Choke
valve is closed.)
RUN Keep the knob in this
position after the engine
starts. (The engine can be
started with the knob at the
position when the engine is
warm.
STOP To stop the engine, return
the knob to the position.
(The fuel cock is closed as
well.)
(Fig. 1)
(Fig. 2)
(Fig. 3)
(Fig. 4)
(Fig. 5)
STOP
RUN
CHOKE
A
B
AB