Operating Guide

Maintenance
Owner’s Manual for 60 Hz Air-Cooled Generators 31
Always recycle batteries in accordance with local laws
and regulations. Contact your local solid waste collection
site or recycling facility to obtain information on local
recycling processes. For more information on battery
recycling, visit the Battery Council International website
at: http://batterycouncil.org
Strictly observe the following precautions when working
on batteries:
• Remove 7.5A fuse from generator control panel.
• Disconnect battery charger as directed in Battery
Maintenance.
• Use tools with insulated handles.
• Wear rubber gloves and boots.
• Do not place tools or metallic objects on top of bat-
tery.
• Disconnect charging source prior to connecting or
disconnecting battery terminals.
• Wear full eye protection and protective clothing.
• If electrolyte contacts skin, wash it off immediately
with water.
• If electrolyte contacts eyes, flush thoroughly with
water immediately and seek medical attention.
• Wash down spilled electrolyte with an acid neutral-
izing agent. A common practice is to use a solution
o
f 1 lb (454 g) bicarbonate of soda to 1 gal (3.8 L)
of water. Add bicarbonate of soda solution until evi-
dence of reaction (foaming) has ceased. Flush
re
sulting liquid with water and dry area completely.
• DO NOT smoke near battery.
• DO NOT cause flame or spark in battery area.
• Discharge static electricity from the body before
touching battery by first touching a grounded metal
surface.
Battery should be regularly inspected per Service
Schedule. Contact an IASD for assist
ance if necessary.
Inspecting the Battery
Proceed as follows to inspect battery:
1. Pre
ss OFF button to shut down generator, then lift
lid and remove front panel.
2. Remov
e 7.5A fuse from control panel.
3. Remo
ve intake side panel. (See Intake Side Panel
Removal.)
4. See Figure 4-9. Inspect battery posts and cables
for tightness and corrosion. Tighten and clean as
ne
cessary.
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+
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Figure 4-9. Battery Cables
5. Unsealed batteries only:
Completely disconnect
battery. Check battery fluid level and, if necessary,
fill with distilled water only. DO NOT use tap water.
Have an IASD or a qualified service technician ver-
ify state of charge an
d condition.
6. Con
nect battery cables, install intake side panel,
and install 7.5 A fuse when inspection is complete.
7. Pr
ess AUTO button on controller.
8. Insta
ll front panel and close generator lid.
(000138a)
WARNING
Risk of burns. Batteries contain sulfuric acid and
can cause severe chemical burns. Wear protective
gear when working with batteries. Failure to do
so could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
(000228)
Environmental Hazard. Always recycle batteries at an
official recycling center in accordance with all local
laws and regulations. Failure to do so could result in
environmental damage, death, or serious injury.