Polaris P3000iE Portable Generator User Manual


 
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OPERATION
Safe Operating Precautions
DC Operation
Connecting the Battery Charging Cable
The DC charging output is not regulated. The DC receptacle should only
be used for charging 12V DC batteries. The 12V DC receptacle has no
battery overcharge protection function. Do not overcharge the battery.
The DC output is to be used to charge batteries only. Serious damage to
the stator windings can occur if connected to a DC motor or transformer.
This generator is not designed to operate DC motors. Output voltage is
15-30V. DC output will vary according to the position of the Smart
throttle switch.
1. Disconnect the vehicle ground cable from the negative (-) battery
terminal.
2. Plug the battery charging cable into the DC receptacle.
3. Connect the red lead of the battery
charging cable to the positive (+) battery
terminal and then the black lead to
negative (-) battery terminal. Do not
reverse the charging cables or serious
damage to the generator and/or battery
may occur.
4. Start the generator.
The DC receptacle may be used while the AC power is in use.