Manual

2.6 DON'TOVERLOADTHEGENERATOR
Overloadinga generatorin excess of its rated wattage capacity
can result in damageto the generatorandto connectedelectrical
devices.Observethe following to preventoverloadingthe unit:
* Addupthe total wattageof all electricaldevicesto be connected
at one time. This total should NOT be greater than the
generator'swattage capacity.
* The ratedwattage of lights can be takenfrom light bulbs. The
rated wattage of tools, appliancesand motors can usually be
found on a datalabelor decal affixedto the device.
* If the appliance,toot or motor does not givewattage, multiply
volts times ampere ratingto determinewatts (volts x amps =
watts).
* Some electric motors, such as induction types, require about
three times more watts of power for starting than for running.
This surge of power lasts only a few seconds when starting
such motors.Makesureto allowfor high startingwattagewhen
selectingelectrical devicesto connect to the generator:
1. Figurethe watts neededto start the largestmotor.
2. Add to that figure the running watts of all other connected
loads.
The WattageReferenceGuideis providedto assist in determining
how many items the generatorcan operateat onetime.
IMPORTANT:Do not overloadthe generator.Also, do not overload
individual panel receptacles.These outlets are protectedagainst
overload with push-to-reset-type circuit breakers. Read "Don't
Overloadthe Generator"carefully.
NOTE:
All figuresare approximate.See datalabel onappliancefor
wattage requirements.
2.7 WATTAGEREFERENCEGUIDE
Device ................................... RunningWatts
*Air Conditioner(12,000 Btu).......................... 1700
*Air Conditioner(24,000 Btu).......................... 3800
*Air Conditioner(40,000 Btu).......................... 6000
Battery Charger(20 Amp).............................. 500
BeltSander(3") .................................... 1000
ChainSaw ........................................ 1200
Circular Saw (6-1/2") ........................... 800 to 1000
*Clothes Dryer (Electric) ............................. 5750
*Clothes Dryer (Gas) ................................. 700
*Clothes Washer ................................... 1150
CoffeeMaker ...................................... 1750
*Compressor (1 HP)................................. 2000
*Compressor (3/4 HP) ............................... 1800
*Compressor (1/2 HP) ............................... 1400
Curling Iron......................................... 700
*Dehumidifier....................................... 650
Disc Sander (9").................................... 1200
EdgeTrimmer....................................... 500
Electric Blanket...................................... 400
Electric NailGun.................................... 1200
Electric Range(per element)........................... 1500
Electric Skillet...................................... 1250
*Freezer ............................................ 700
*Furnace Fan(3/5 HP) ................................ 875
*GarageDoor Opener............................ 500 to 750
Hair Dryer......................................... 1200
HandDrill .................................... 250 to 1100
HedgeTrimmer...................................... 450
Impact Wrench...................................... 500
Iron.............................................. 1200
*Jet Pump ......................................... 800
Lawn Mower....................................... 1200
Light Bulb.......................................... 100
Microwave Oven............................... 700 to 1000
*Milk Cooler....................................... 1100
OilBurneron Furnace................................. 300
OilFiredSpace Heater(140,000 Btu) ..................... 400
OilFiredSpace Heater(85,000 Btu) ...................... 225
OilFiredSpace Heater(30,000 Btu) ...................... 150
*Paint Sprayer,Airless (1/3 HP) ......................... 600
PaintSprayer,Airless (handheld)......................... 150
Radio ......................................... 50 to 200
*Refrigerator........................................ 700
Slow Cooker........................................ 200
*Submersible Pump (1-1/2 HP) ........................ 2800
*Submersible Pump (1 HP) ........................... 2000
*Submersible Pump (1/2 HP).......................... 1500
*Sump Pump ................................. 800 to 1050
*Table Saw (10") ............................. 1750to 2000
Television..................................... 200 to 500
Toaster..................................... 1000to 1650
WeedTrimmer ...................................... 500
* Allow 3 times the listed watts for starting these devices.
2.8 BEFORESTARTINGTHEGENERATOR
Priorto operatingthe generator,engineoil and gasoline will need
to be added,as follows:
2.8.1 ABB/flGEflG/flEO/L
All oil should meet minimum American PetroleumInstitute (API)
Service Class SJ, SL or better. Use no special additives. Select
the oil's viscosity grade according to the expected operating
temperature(also see chart).
* Above40° F,use SAE30
* Below 40° F and down to 10° F,use 10W-30
* Below 10° F,use synthetic5W-30
Any attempt to crankor startthe enginebeforeit has
been properlyserviced with the recommendedoil may
resultin an engine failure.