Porter-Cable D29851-038-0 - Manual (Page 12)

12- ENG D29851
12V DC OUTLET
IMPORTANT: Allow generator to run at no load for 5 minutes upon each initial
start-up to allow engine to stabilize.
IMPORTANT: When the unit is running the battery will charge. DO NOT
connect the 12V DC cables to the generator’s battery.
To charge battery:
1. Using the 12V DC cables supplied, connect the red positive (+) 12V DC cable
to the battery's positive (+) terminal.
2. Attach the other end of the red positive (+) 12V DC cable to
the generators positive (+) 12V DC outlet.
3. Connect the black negative (-) 12V DC cable to the battery's
negative (-) terminal.
4. Attach the other end of the black negative (-) 12V DC cable to
the generators negative (-) 12V DC outlet.
5. Charge the battery according to battery or equipment manufacturer
recommendations.
BEFORE START UP
This generator has been shipped from the factory without oil in the
crankcase. Operating the unit without oil can damage the engine.
Always check engine oil level before every start. Running engine
low of oil or out of oil could result in serious damage to the engine.
Follow the steps listed below before starting generator:
1. Check engine oil. Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual for
correct grade and quantity of oil.
2. Check fuel level, fill as required. Make sure generator is
turned off and has been allowed time to cool down. Use
clean, fresh, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87
octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
Never fill fuel tank completely. Fill tank to
1/2" below the bottom of the filler neck to
provide space for fuel expansion. Wipe any fuel spillage from
engine and equipment before starting engine.
Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never fill fuel tank when engine is
running or hot. Do not smoke when filling fuel tank.
Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poor ventilated areas, en-
gine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly
gas.
3.
Make sure generator is grounded in accordance with local requirements.
4. All electrical loads MUST be disconnected.
5. The idle control switch MUST be in the OFF position.
Engine speed has been factory set to provide safe operation.
Tampering with the engine speed adjustment could result in over-
heating of attachments and could cause a fire. Never attempt to “speed-up” the en-
gine to obtain more performance. Both the output voltage and frequency will be
thrown out of standard by this practice, endangering attachments and the user.
You MUST unplug any load from the generator before starting to
prevent permanent damage to any appliances.