Dc usage – WEN 56100 Power Pro 2 Stroke 1000 Watt User Manual
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CIRCUIT RESET BUTTONS
The circuit reset buttons help to prevent the generator from electrical overload. If your receptacle
short circuits or becomes overloaded by an electrical device or devices with too great a wattage
rating, the circuit protector may shut off power to the receptacle. In the event of such an overload,
disconnect all electrical devices from the generator and press the circuit reset buttons. Note, the
circuit breakers used are thermally activated. The breakers have to cool before they can be reset. If
power still does not return to the receptacle after the circuit breakers are reset, call our customer
service line.
SOME NOTES ABOUT POWER CORDS
Long or thin cords can drain the power provided to an electrical device by the generator. When
using such cords, allow for a slightly higher rated wattage requirement by the electrical device.
See Figure 8 for recommended cords based on the power requirement of the electrical device.
Device Requirements
Max. Cord Length (ft) by Wire Gauge
Amps
Watts (120V)
Watts (240 V)
#8 wire #10 wire #12 wire #14 wire #16 wire
2.5
300
600
NR
1000
600
375
250
5
600
1200
NR
500
300
200
125
7.5
900
1800
NR
350
200
125
100
10
1200
2400
NR
250
150
100
50
15
1800
3600
NR
150
100
65
NR
20
2400
4800
175
125
75
50
NR
25
3000
6000
150
100
60
NR
NR
30
3600
7200
125
65
NR
NR
NR
40
4800
9600
90
NR
NR
NR
NR
*NR= not recommended
Fig. 8 - Maximum Extension Cord Lengths by Power Requirement
DC Usage
CAUTION: The DC receptacle is for charging 12 Volt batteries ONLY. Do not connect any
other device to this receptacle.
To connect 12 Volt batteries to the DC receptacle using the DC cord provided with the generator.
1. Plug in the DC power cord into the DC receptacle. Connect the alligator clip attached to the
red wire, to the positive (+) terminal of the battery. Make sure the connection is secure.
2. Start the generator after ensuring the alligator clip attached to the black wire is not touching
any metal. Do not hold the alligator clip in bare hands.
3. After the engine has started and warmed up a bit, attach the black wire alligator clip to the
negative (-) terminal of the battery.
The generator will charge batteries up to 40 Ah capacity. In cases where the current
exceeds the generator capacity, the DC circuit breaker will trip and needs to be reset
after it cools.