[. . . ] 3000 running Watts/3500 startup Watts portable generator 65414 set up, operating, and servicing instructions using an engine indoors can Kill You in Minutes. this is a poison you cannot see or smell. never use inside a home or garage, even iF doors and windows are open. only use outside and far away from windows, doors, and vents. distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight tools®. 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. , Camarillo, CA 93011 visit our website at: http://www. harborfreight. com read this material before using this product. No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools. [. . . ] Make sure your generator is properly grounded to avoid electrical shocks. or larger insulated copper wire to the Ground Connection on the Control Panel. Connect this wire to a suitable external ground, such as a metal stake in the ground. The total wattage used by the appliances should be less than the output rating of the generator. If you put too many appliances on the generator, it could seriously damage the appliances and electronics. NOTE: At startup, appliances draw more power in a surge than they do during continuous operation. 6. this generator, use the higher start-up amperage rating of each appliance. Be sure that all appliances are in good working order before connecting them to the generator. If an appliance begins to operate abnormally, becomes sluggish, or stops suddenly, turn off the circuit breaker and the generator engine switch immediately. Then disconnect the appliance and examine it for signs of malfunction. note: If an overloaded circuit causes the AC circuit breaker to switch off, reduce the electrical load on the circuit and wait a few minutes before resetting the circuit breaker. The DC terminal may be used to operate 12 Volt DC portable appliances only. directly charging a 12 volt battery may cause the battery to overheat and possibly explode. caution: do not attempt to start an automobile engine with this generator. voltage back feed from the alternator may damage the generator. 2. note: The DC terminal may be used while the AC power is in use. An overloaded DC circuit will trip the DC circuit protector (push button comes out). If this happens, wait a few minutes Page 11 SKU 65414 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. before pushing in the circuit protector to resume operation. To prevent accidents, turn off the engine and disconnect its spark plug wire after use. Wait for the engine to cool, clean external parts with clean cloth, then store the equipment out of children's reach according to the Storage instructions in this manual. control panel Features 1. Power Indicator Light, when lit, shows that the generator is producing electricity. AC Breaker Switch protects circuits when using AC (120 V~ or 240 V~) power. 120 V~ duplex outlet provides two grounded outlets for standard 110120 V~ household appliances. 240 V~ twist lock receptacles provides a grounded outlet for one 240 Volt appliance, such as a water heater, stove or dryer. [. . . ] · PO Box 6009 · Camarillo, CA 93011 · (800) 444-3353 eMission control sYsteM WarrantY united states emission control defects Warranty statement The United States Environmental Protection Agency (herein EPA) and Harbor Freight Tools (herein HFT) are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 1997 and later Small Off-Road Engine (herein engine). Within the United States, new off-road, spark-ignition engines certified for model year 1997 and later, must be designed, built and equipped to meet the stringent anti-smog standards set forth by the EPA. HFT must warrant the emission control system on your engine for the periods of time described below, provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your engine. Your emission control system may include parts such as the carburetor or fuel-injection system, and the ignition system. [. . . ]