Homelite HG5700 - Manual (Page 11)

Page 11 — English
KNOW yOUR GENERATOR
See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the
information on the product and in this operator’s manual as
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.
AC CIRCUIT BREAKER
The circuit breaker is provided to protect the generator
against electrical overload.
AIR FILTER
The air filter helps to limit the amount of dirt and dust drawn
into the unit during operation.
CHOKE LEVER
The choke lever is used when starting the engine.
CORD RETAINERS
Use the cord retainers to prevent plugs from being acciden-
tally pulled out of the 120 volt receptacles.
FUEL TANK
The fuel tank has a capacity of 7 gallons.
FUEL VALVE
The flow of fuel through the generator is controlled by the
position of the fuel valve.
GROUND TERMINAL
The ground terminal is used to assist in properly ground-
ing the generator to help protect against electrical shock.
Consult with a local electrician for grounding requirements
in your area.
OIL CAP/DIPSTICK
Remove the oil fill cap to check and add lubricant to the
generator when necessary.
OIL DRAINAGE BOLT
When changing the engine lubricant, the oil drainage bolt is
loosened to allow old engine lubricant to be drained.
RECEPTACLES
Your generator has the following single phase, 60 Hz outlets:
four 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp receptacles, and one 240 Volt
AC, 30 Amp receptacle. These can be used for operating
appropriate appliances, electrical lighting, tools, and motor
loads.
RECOIL STARTER GRIP
The recoil starter grip is used (along with the engine switch)
to start the generator’s engine.
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