Desa Hwi3000a - Manual (Page 4)

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PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS
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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
alternators for dependable, trouble-free ser-
vice. 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
• Spark-arresting muffler
• Large fuel tank
• Oil alert system
• Electric starter (models MGH5000EIE
and MGH6500AIE)
• 15-Amp ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) receptacle (Except HWI3000A
Model)
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, promptly inform
dealer where you bought generator.
4. Battery cables are supplied for models
MGH5000EIE and MGH6500AIE
only. These cables are in a separate bag
inside generator carton. You must in-
stall these cables to engine. See Battery,
page 8 for installation instructions.
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 generator is
wet or damp. Operating generator
in these conditions increases the
risk of electrocution. Severe injury
or death can occur.