Honeywell HW5500L - Manual (Page 16)

Assembly
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Step 4: Install Battery
(HW5500E and HW5500EL Only)
To use the electric-start feature, the battery (included)
must be connected to generator’s electric starter.
1. The generator is packaged with the positive (+) bat-
tery lead attached to the top of the alternator with a
plastic tie wrap. Carefully cut the tie wrap to disen-
gage the battery lead and remove the plastic bag.
2. To access battery posts:
2A. Loosen and remove nuts on retaining plate; slide
retaining plate off support rods.
2B. Tip battery slightly forward.
3. Remove bolt/nut from each battery post.
4. Connect red positive (+) battery lead to positive (+)
post on battery; fasten with bolt and nut.
5. Confirm the black negative (-) battery lead is securely
fastened to the negative (-) battery post as it may
have loosened during shipping.
6. Reinstall retaining plate; tighten bolts and nuts.
NOTE:
Actual battery appearance may vary from illustration pro-
vided.
NOTE:
While the engine is running, a small “trickle” charge is
applied to the battery. This keeps an adequate battery
charge.
Battery gases are explosive.
• NEVER allow open flames, lit cigarettes, sparks, or
spark-producing equipment near the battery.
Battery electrolyte fluid is comprised of sulfuric acid,
which can be very dangerous and cause severe
burns.
• NEVER allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin, or
clothing. If contact or spillage occurs, immediately flush
the area with water.
Exposed terminals, even on disconnected batteries,
can cause electric shock.
• NEVER touch both battery terminals with bare
hands at the same time.
• Remove rings, watches or any other object
containing metal when working with battery. If
metal comes into contact with battery termi-
nals, electric shock and serious burns can
result.
• Only use insulated/non-conducting tools when
working with or near battery.
• NEVER lay tools or other metal objects on top
of battery.
FIGURE 16: Positive Battery Lead Attached to Alternator for Shipping
WARNING
WARNING
To avoid electric arcing, which can result in electric
shock, follow these instructions exactly.
When connecting or disconnecting battery leads:
• ALWAYS connect positive (+) battery lead
first.
• ALWAYS disconnect negative (-) battery lead
first.
• NEVER connect negative (-) battery lead to
positive (+) post on battery.
• NEVER connect positive (+) battery lead to
negative (-) post on battery.
FIGURE 17: Electric Starter Battery—Remove Retaining Plate
FIGURE 18: Electric Starter Battery—Lead Connection
WARNING