Operation - Husqvarna 1365GN Operator's Manual

Operation
Stopping the Engine
1. Unplug ALL electrical loads from generator panel
receptacles. NEVER start or stop engine with
electrical devices plugged in and turned ON.
2. Move idle control switch to "Off" position.
3. Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to
stabilize internal temperatures of engine and
generator.
4. Turn engine off according to instructions given in
the engine operator's manual.
5. Move fuel valve to "Off" position.
Operating Automatic Idle Control
This switch is designed to greatly improve fuel
economy. When this switch is turned ON, the engine
will only run at its normal high governed engine speed
when an electrical load is connected. When an
electrical load is removed, the engine will run at a
reduced speed. With the switch off, the engine will run
at the normal high engine speed. Always have the
switch off when starting and stopping the engine.
Charging a Battery
Your generator has the capability of recharging a
discharged 12 Volt automotive or utility style storage
battery.
• DO NOT use the unit to charge any 6 Volt batteries.
DO NOT use the unit to crank an engine having a
discharged battery.
DANGER
DO NOT allow any open flame, spark, heat, or lit cigarette
during and for several minutes after charging a battery.
Wear protective goggles, rubber apron, and rubber gloves.
To recharge 12 Volt batteries, proceed as follows:
1. Check fluid level in all battery cells. If necessary,
add ONLY distilled water to cover separators in
battery cells. DO NOT use tap water.
2. If battery is equipped with vent caps, make sure
they are installed and are tight.
3. If necessary, clean battery terminals.
4. Connect battery charge cable connector plug to
panel receptacle identified by the words "12V 10A'
5. Connect battery charge cable clamp with red handle
to the positive (+) battery terminal (Figure 6).
12 VOLT D.C.
+
POS NEG
12 VOLT BATTERY
6. Connect battery charge cable clamp with black
handle to the negative (-) battery terminal (Figure 6).
7. Start engine. Let engine run while battery
recharges.
8. When battery has charged, shut down engine
NOTE: Use an automotive hydrometer to test battery
state of charge and condition. Follow the hydrometer
manufacturer's instructions carefully. Generally, a
battery is considered to be at 100% state of charge
when specific gravity of its fluid (as measured by
hydrometer) is 1.260 or higher.
COLD WEATHER
OPERATION
Under certain weather conditions (temperatures below
40°F [4°C] combined with high humidity), your
generator may experience icing of the carburetor
and/or the crankcase breather system. To reduce this
problem, you need to perform the following:
1. Make sure generator has clean, fresh fuel.
2. Open fuel valve (turn valve to open position).
3. Use SAE 5W-30 oil (see engine operator's
manual).
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