ENGINE LIMITATIONS ON GENERATOR
PERFORMANCE
Generator ratings assume 60F (20C) and Sea
Level. Operation of your generator at temperatures
above 60F (20C) or above Sea Level will result in
lower electrical output. Electrical output must be
derated 1% for each 10F above 60F and 3 ½ %
for each 1000 feet above mean sea level.
GENERATOR CLEANING
CAUTION:
ALWAYS
GENERATOR AND ALLOW IT TO COOL
COMPLETELY BEFORE PERFORMING CLEANING
OPERATIONS.
WARNING: DO NOT USE HIGH PRESSURE WATER
OR A GARDEN HOSE TO CLEAN YOUR GENERATOR.
WATER INTRODUCED INTO THE GENERATOR CAN
CAUSE
ELECTRICAL
DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY.
Compressed air (max. 25 psi) may be used to blow
loose dirt and dust from your generator. DO NOT
DIRECT COMPRESSED AIR DIRECTLY INTO ANY
OPENING IN THE GENERATOR OR ENGINE.
Use a dampened cloth to wipe clean exterior
surfaces.
The receptacles shown in this section are for reference only. Each receptacle is not available on all generators.
NEMA 5-20R
125V - 20A
NEMA 14-50R
125/250V - 50A
DOCPRA0030
SHUT
DOWN
THE
SHORTS,
GENERATOR
RECEPTACLE DETAILS
NEMA L5-30R
125V - 30A
NEMA L14-20R
125/250V - 20A
Use a soft bristle brush to clean/ loosen heavy dirt, oil
or grease deposits.
NEVER insert rags, tools or any device into the
generator or engine openings.
GENERAL STORAGE GUIDELINES
WARNING: GASOLINE FUMES ARE FLAMMABLE. DO
NOT STORE YOUR GENSET IN ANY AREA THAT IS
INDOOR OR IN POORLY VENTILATED AREAS.
GASOLINE FUMES CAN IGNITE IN THE PRESENCE
OF ANY OPEN FLAME, PILOT LIGHT, CLOTHES
DRYER, WATER HEATER, ETC.
Your generator should be started and operated for
several minutes at least every 30 days.
If the generator cannot be operated every 30 days,
follow the storage recommendations within the engine
documentation.
NOTE: A fuel shut-off valve is positioned at the base
of the fuel tank. The valve should be closed during
storage periods.
NEMA L6-30R
250V - 30A
NEMA L14-30R
125/250V - 30A
13
NEMA L6-20R
250V - 20A