Wacker Neuson G 2.5A Operator's Manual

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1A-101A OPERATION G2.5A120 VAC 20 AMPadeb c wc_gr0002681.15 Before Starting1. Read and understand safety and operating instruc-tions at beginning of this manual.2. Read and understand the meanings of all warning andoperating labels.3. Inspect generator for any signs of damage which mayaffect operation or pose a safety hazard. Tighten anyloose nuts or bolts.4. Check engine oil and fill to recommended level.Note:The engine is equipped with an oil alert system.If the oil level in the engine drops too low the enginewill not start.5. Fill fuel tank with fresh, regular, unleaded gradegasoline. DO NOT use an oil/gas mixture. The use ofgasohol or any fuel containing more than 10% ethanolis not recommended. Consult engine owner’s manualfor complete fuel specifications.1.13 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt (GFI)The 120V, 20 Amp duplex receptacle (a) is equipped witha ground fault circuit interrupt (GFI). The GFI shuts off thepower to the receptacle when a ground fault occurs in thegenerator or to a piece of equipment attached to thegenerator. This GFI also protects the second 120V,20Amp duplex receptacle (c).The GFI should be tested for proper operation every timethe generator is used.To test GFI:Start generator. Push TEST button (d) on receptacle in.The RESET button (e) will pop out. Power is now off atthe receptacle. If the RESET button does not pop out, theGFI is not working. Do not run generator until the problemcan be corrected. To restore power to receptacle, pushthe RESET button in.If the RESET button pops out during operation, stop thegenerator and check it and equipment for defects.1.14 Circuit Breaker ProtectionThe generator is also protected by a 20 Amp circuitbreaker (b) located on the control panel.The circuit breaker protects the generator from severeoverloads or short circuits. If the circuit breaker opens,turn the engine off immediately and determine the causebefore restarting. Check the appliances and tools at-tached to the generator for defects and make sure theirpower requirements do not exceed the power rating ofthe generator or the current limit of the receptacles.When the circuit breaker opens, the breaker button willpop out. To reset circuit breaker, push button in.