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GENERATOR FEATURES
Reference 1 - Air Cleaner. Refer to your Honda
Engine Owner’s Manual for air cleaner care.
Reference 2 - Grounding Screw. Ground the
generator via the grounding screw, to a copper pipe or
rod that is driven into moist soil.
Reference 3 - Circuit Breakers. This portable
single phase generator has 1 - 40 amp (A) thermal
magnetic 2 pole breaker, 1 - 30 amp (A) thermal
magnetic 2 pole breaker 1 - 30 amp (A) push to reset
circuit breaker, and 2 - 20 amp (A) push to reset circuit
breakers. Circuit breakers protect against electrical
overloads.
Reference 4 - 120/240V Receptacle. This
receptacle is a 120/240V 50A NEMA 14-50R
receptacle. This receptacle accepts a NEMA 14-50P
plug. Use this receptacle if installing a transfer switch.
Reference 5 - 120/240V Locking Receptacle.
This Locking is a 120/240V 30A NEMA L14-30R
receptacle. This receptacle accepts a NEMA L14-30P
plug.
Reference 6 - 120V Locking Receptacle. This
locking receptacle is a 120V 30A NEMA L5-30R
receptacle. This receptacle accepts a NEMA L5-30P
plug.
Reference 7 - 120V Receptacle. The generator
has a control panel with two duplex (two receptacles in
a common housing) receptacles. Each duplex is a 120
volt (V) 20 amp (A) straight blade receptacle, National
Electrical Manufacturer’s Association (NEMA) number
5-20R. This receptacle accepts NEMA plug numbers
5-15P and 5-20P. Each duplex is capable of drawing
20A at 120V.
ALWAYS use grounded male plugs. The neutral
line of the generator is mechanically grounded to the
frame. Matching NEMA male plugs must always be
used.
WARNING Contact a licensed electrician
to wire electrical plugs and/or cordsets. Improper
wiring could result in a fire or electrical shock.
Reference 8 - Oil Drain Plug. Refer to your
Vanguard engine manual for oil change
recommendations.
Reference 9 - Vibration Isolation Mounts. The
engine and generator head are mounted on rubber
cylinders that absorb most of the engine vibration.
This feature eliminates the tendency of the machine to
“walk” which is common in engine powered equipment.
Reference 10 - Wheel Kit. Heavy duty wheel kit
(Item # 165919).
Reference 11 - 10.0 Gallon Gas Tank. Large
tank allows for extended run capabilities. Alw ays
allow room for gasoline expansion by not filling the gas
tank completely
Reference 12 - Recoil. Optional starti ng method.
Grasp firmly when starting engine.
Reference 13 - Muffler and Spark Arrestor.
Reference 14 - Oil Filter.
Reference 15 - Battery Box. Warning: Always
wear safety glasses when working on or near the
battery. The battery box provides protection for the
battery and will accept the standard lawn tractor size
battery (Group U1-7). The engine requires a 12 volts
dc battery, with a minimum rating of 18 Amp-Hours.
When installing the battery, always connect the red
colored (“positive” or “+”) cable first. When
disconnecting the battery, always remove the black
colored (“negative” or “-”) cable first.
WARNING Sulfuric acid is a corrosive
poison. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Always wear safety glasses.
Reference 16 - Gas Line Valve. The generator
tank has an ON-OFF valve mounted underneath the
tank. Always keep this valve closed when the
generator is not in use.
Reference 17 - Generator Head. The electricity
producing part of the generator.
Reference 18 - Gas Cap with Gauge. The gas
cap is extra large, creating a large hole for refilling and
a comfortable grip. You can always monitor the fuel
level without removing the cap by using the fuel level
indicator built into the gas cap.
Low Oil Shutdown. The Honda engine is
protected against damage resulting from low engine
oil. Always check your oil level daily.