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 Inspect-
ing the Battery.
• 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
of 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
resulting 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 assistance if necessary.
Inspecting the Battery
Proceed as follows to inspect battery:
1. Press OFF button to shut down generator, then lift
lid and remove front panel.
2. Remove 7.5A fuse from control panel.
3. Remove intake side panel. (See Intake Side Panel
Removal.)
4. See Figure 4-9. Disconnect white battery charger
cable.
Figure 4-9. Disconnecting Battery Charger Cable
(000137a)
WARNING
Explosion. Batteries emit explosive gases while
charging. Keep fire and spark away. Wear protective
gear when working with batteries. Failure to do so
could result in death or serious injury.
(000238)
Explosion. Batteries emit explosive gases.
Always disconnect negative battery cable
first to avoid spark. Failure to do so could
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
(000164)
WARNING
Electrical shock. Disconnect battery ground
terminal before working on battery or battery
wires. Failure to do so could result in death
or serious injury.
(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.
(000163a)
Risk of burn. Do not open or mutilate batteries.
Batteries contain electrolyte solution which can cause
burns and blindness. If electrolyte contacts skin or
eyes, flush with water and seek immediate medical
attention.
WARNING
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.
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