HONDA EM5000is - Manual (Page 60)

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SERVICING YOUR GENERATOR
Battery Charging
Battery Installation
The battery gives off explosive
hydrogen gas during normal
operation.
A spark or flame can cause the
battery to explode with enough
force to kill or seriously hurt you.
Wear protective clothing and a face
shield, or have a skilled mechanic
do the battery maintenance.
Connect the battery negative ( ) cable to the battery negative ( )
terminal, and tighten the bolt securely.
Slide the battery boot over the positive ( ) cable and terminal.
Connect the battery positive ( ) cable to the battery positive ( )
terminal first, and tighten the bolt securely.
Install the battery into the generator.
Clean the outside of the battery and the battery compartment with a
solution of baking soda and water.
Connect the battery charger following the manufacturer’s
instructions.
The battery is rated at 11.2 Ah (ampere-hours). Charging current
should equal 10% of the battery’s ampere-hour rating. A battery
charger should be used that can be adjusted to deliver 1.1 amps.
Charge the battery 5 10 hours.
Install the battery strap.
Install the maintenance cover in the reverse order of removal (see
page
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Never operate the generator without the maintenance cover in place,
as poor engine and generator performance will result.
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