Porter-Cable H450IS Portable Generator User Manual


 
13- ENG
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IDLE CONTROL
Choose the correct application.
1. For normal application such as power tools, small electric appliances, light
bulbs, and radios:
Place the idle control switch in the ON position. The generator
will idle down when there is no load. This lowers the engine
noise, saves on fuel consumption, and engine life.
2. Idling down IS NOT recommend on large motors (refrigerators,
freezers, etc) or voltage sensitive electronic equipment
(computers, televisions, etc). For these applications:
Place the idle control switch in the OFF position.
12V DC OUTLET
IMPORTANT: Allow generator to run at no load for 5 minutes upon each initial
start-up to allow engine to stabilize.
IMPORTANT: When the unit is running the battery will charge. DO NOT
connect the 12V DC cables to the generator’s battery.
To charge battery:
1. Using the 12V DC cables supplied, connect the red positive (+) 12V DC cable
to the battery's positive (+) terminal.
2. Attach the other end of the red positive (+) 12V DC cable to the generators
positive (+) 12V DC outlet.
3. Connect the black negative (-) 12V DC cable to the battery's negative (-)
terminal.
4. Attach the other end of the black negative (-) 12V DC cable to
the generators negative (-) 12V DC outlet.
5. Charge the battery according to battery or equipment
manufacturer recommendations.
BEFORE START UP
This generator has been shipped from the factory without oil in the
crankcase. Operating the unit without oil can damage the engine.
Always check engine oil level before every start. Running engine
low of oil or out of oil could result in serious damage to the engine.
Follow the steps listed below before starting generator:
1. Check engine oil. Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual for
correct grade and quantity of oil.
2. Check fuel level, fill as required. Make sure generator is
turned off and has been allowed time to cool down. Use
clean, fresh, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87
octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
Never fill fuel tank completely. Fill tank to
1/2" below the bottom of the filler neck to
provide space for fuel expansion. Wipe any fuel spillage from engine and equipment
before starting engine.
Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never fill fuel tank when engine is
running or hot. Do not smoke when filling fuel tank.