Installation Guide

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For operation in temperatures below 30°F (-1°C), the use
of fully synthetic oil (minimum API SJ) of viscosity 5W30 is
required.
Battery
WARNING
Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas
during recharging. Slightest spark could ignite hydrogen
and cause explosion, resulting in death or serious injury.
• DO NOT dispose of battery in a fire. Recycle battery.
• DO NOT allow any open flame, spark, heat, or lit
cigarette during and for several minutes after charging a
battery.
WARNING
Generator voltage could cause electrical shock or
burn resulting in death or serious injury.
• Installation must be performed by a licensed
professional.
• Disconnect all sources of electricity before installing or
servicing equipment.
• Ground system before applying power.
WARNING
Battery electrolyte fluid contains acid and is extremely
caustic. Contact with battery contents could cause severe
chemical burns.
• DO NOT open or mutilate the battery
• Wear protective goggles, rubber apron, rubber boots
and rubber gloves.
• Immediately wash electrolyte from skin with water.
• If electrolyte contacts eyes, immediately flush with
water and seek medical attention.
• Spilled electrolyte is to be washed down with an acid
neutralizing agent.
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The installer must supply and install a rechargeable 12 volt
starting battery. The starting battery MUST conform to the
specifications shown in this chart.
Battery Specifications
Specifications Standard Cold Start (Less than
30°F / -1°C)
Volts 12 Volt DC 12 Volt DC
Amps (Minimum) 540 CCA (Cold
Cranking Amps)
800 CCA(Cold
Cranking Amps)
Construction Wet Lead Acid Wet Lead Acid
Terminal Type Top Post Type Battery Top Post Type Battery
Dimensions (Maximum) BCI Size 26 or BCI Size
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BCI Size 24
WARNING
With the battery connected, the generator may crank and
start without warning resulting in death or serious injury.
• Do not connect the negative (-) cable at the battery until
the installation is complete.
Install the battery as described inServicing the Batteryin
theMaintenancesection of this manual. Always make sure
that the NEGATIVE cable is connected last and that the red
POSITIVE terminal insulator is secure.
Use the supplied tie-down strap to secure the battery to the
unit. Each end of the strap should be attached to the existing
tabs in the base of the unit.
System Control Board
NOTICE Please see separate online manual:"Operation
InstructionsGC1031GENSET Controller" (part
number80086364)for details on set up and operation.
The generator control panel, located inside the generator
housing, is shown below.Brief descriptions of the controls
used during installation are:
(A) Menu / Programming Navigation Buttons
(B) Stop / Config Button
(C) Start / Select Button
(D) Auto / Manual Button
(E) Alarm
(F) Digital Display — Displays generator mode, menu options,
and alarms.
Detailed descriptions of the controls are located in
theDescription of Control Keyssection insidethe
online"Operation InstructionsGC1031GENSET
Controller"manual(part number80086364).
Not for
Reproduction