Master Lock MGH8500IE - Manual (Page 4)

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PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS
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SPECIFICATIONS
MGH8500IE
Electrical
Rated Wattage ...................................8500
Rated Amperage
120 V .............................................70.8
240 V .............................................35.4
Receptacle
120-V, 20-A Duplex .............................. Yes
120-V, 15-A GFCI ................................ Yes
120-V Twist-Lock, 30 Amp ................... Yes
120/240-V Twist-Lock, 20 Amp ............ Yes
120/240-V Twist-Lock, 30 Amp ............ Yes
General
Honda Engine H.P. ................................18
Honda Model .................................EX-610
Fuel Type .....................................Gasoline
Fuel Tank Capacity ........................... 8 gal.
Oil Alert System ................................... Yes
Start Method ................................. Electric
Weight (pounds) ..................................325
* Single-phase, 1.0 power factor
Note: Ratings apply to SAE standard
conditions. Reduce ratings 3 1 /
2
% for
each 1000 feet above sea level and 1% for
each 10° Fahrenheit rise above 60°F.
VENTILATION
DUST, DIRT, RAIN,
AND SNOW
HIGH AND LOW
TEMPERATURE
OPERATION
Air temperature affects generator output.
Output drops 1% for each 10° temperature rise
above 60° F. Very low temperatures may make
the engine hard to start. See engine owner’s
manual for more information.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Master portable generators are rugged and
compact. These generators use brushless al-
ternators for dependable, trouble-free service.
Honda gasoline engines provide long life under
heavy use. Honda engines have overhead
valves (OHV). This provides high performance
with lower fuel consumption. These engines
are governed to maintain engine speed of 3600
RPM under load. 3600 RPM engine speed
provides 120/240V, 60 Hz power.
Additional Features
• Circuit breaker protection
• Large fuel tank
• Oil alert system
• 15-Amp ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) receptacle
• Electric starter
UNPACKING
1. Remove generator from carton.
2. Remove any protective packaging ap-
plied to generator for shipment.
3. Check for loose or missing parts. Check
for shipping damage. If any parts are
missing or damaged, please contact our
Technical Service Department at 1-800-
858-8501 (English Only).
4. Battery cables are supplied and in-
stalled on engine.
This generator needs cooling air to run prop-
erly. Never block free-flowing, cooling air
to generator. Overheating will occur without
cooling air. This will damage the generator.
Keep generator at least three feet away from
any object.
DANGER: Use only in well-
vented areas. Make sure area
has plenty of free-moving, fresh,
outside air. Never run generator
in an enclosed or confined area.
Never run generator inside oc-
cupied building. Engine exhaust
contains poisonous carbon
monoxide gas. Overexposure will
cause loss of consciousness and
will lead to death.
Do not use generator in extremely dusty or
dirty conditions. This will severely affect its
life. Keep generator clean. Do not allow dust,
dirt, rain, or snow to collect on it. Protect
generator from outdoor elements.
WARNING: Do not use genera-
tor outdoors in rain or snow. Do
not use generator near standing
water or snow. Do not use if gen-
erator is wet or damp. Operating
generator in these conditions
increases the risk of electrocu-
tion. Severe injury or death can
occur.