Powermate PM0106500.02 - Manual (Page 10)

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This generator model is provided with both electric start and
recoil start capabilities. The charger is a low amperage
maintenance type charger. It will charge your battery as your
generator runs. Avoid prolonged cranking, as it can damage
the engine.
The battery provided is a nominal 12 volt sealed rechargeable
lead-acid battery and can be operated in any position without
leakage. Its convenient size offers a 30% reduction over
conventional batteries.
Length = 7.14 inches, Width = 3.03 inches,
Height = 6.59 inches, Weight = 12.56 lbs
18AH Rating
Battery Kit Parts List:
Refer to the parts list on pages 42 and 43.
Note: Brand New Generators are shipped with the Battery
Connections disconnected. The Positive and Negative
Terminals must be connected to the Battery before the
Electric Start Feature will work.
Initial Battery Connection - Refer to the Installation Instructions
Below.
Battery Removal & Installation:
Removal: Remove the nut and bolt from the negative and
positive post, being careful not to short across the terminals.
(Shorting the terminals together can cause sparks, damage to
the battery or generator or even burns or explosions.)
Always abide by the safety warnings provided with the
battery. Remove the battery and re-cycle and dispose of
properly.
Installation:
1. Place the battery in the position provided.
2. Place the bolts through the holes on the battery pan.
3. Place the bolts through the holes on the Hold-Down
bracket.
4. Tighten down the Hold-Down assembly with the M6 nuts
provided.
Hook up the new battery, or re-install the new battery, as
follows: Remove vinyl caps from red and black wire terminals.
Connect the Red wire to the positive (+) terminal and the Black
wire to the negative (-) terminal with the bolt, nut, and washer
provided. Make sure all connections are tight. Your battery is
now connected and ready for use. Turn the key switch to
crank the engine.
Note: Be sure Oil has been added to the engine as
specified in the Owner's Manual.
ELECTRIC START
• Do not short-circuit the battery terminals.
• Do not charge in a sealed container.
• Keep sparks, flame away.
POSITIVE (+)
TERMINAL
(RED)
NEGATIVE (-)
TERMINAL (BLACK)
Storage batteries give off EXPLOSIVE hydrogen gas
while charging. Do not allow smoking, open flames,
sparks, or spark producing equipment in the area
while charging.
Battery electrolyte fluid is comprised of sulfuric acid
that can be very dangerous and cause severe burns.
Do not allow this fluid to contact eyes, skin, clothing,
etc. If contact or spillage does occur, flush the area
with water immediately.