Step 3 - Ground The Generator; Starting The Generator - Buffalo GEN7500TRI Instruction Manual

7500 surge watts / 6000 running watts tri fuel liquid propane, natural gas or gasoline
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Step 3 - Ground the Generator

Failure to properly ground this generator can result in electrocution.
Ground this generator by tightening the grounding nut against a grounding wire as previously illustrated in Figure 3. A generally acceptable
grounding wire is a No. 12 AWG (American Wire Gauge) stranded copper wire. The other end of this grounding wire should be connected to a
copper or brass grounding rod that is driven into the earth. Grounding codes can vary by location. Contact a local electrician for information on
grounding regulations for your area.

STARTING THE GENERATOR

STOP!
Before starting this generator, confirm that all the steps in the section titled, "Preparing the Generator for Use," of this manual have been
correctly completed. If unsure about how to perform any of these steps, call 1-866-460-9436, Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM Central Time for
customer service.
Disconnect all electrical loads from this generator before attempting to start.
Battery Not Included
(Use a 12 Volt motorcycle battery no larger than 6" L x 4.5" H x 4" W (151 mm x 99 mm x 98 mm).
CCA (Cold Cranking Amps): 130 Min CCA. Comparable brands/models are: 12 Volt 12 Ah Sealed Lead Acid
The location for the battery is behind the metal plate under the electrical panel. If the electric start feature of this generator will be used, first install
the battery using the two included cables (one red and the other black) according to the following procedure:
1. Attach one end of the red cable to the positive terminal on the battery and the other end of the red cable to the solenoid.
2. Attach one end of the black cable to the negative terminal and the other end of the black cable to the bolt on the mounting bracket frame.
Step 1
If using Propane LPG fuel, open fuel supply on the LP tank.
If using gasoline, make sure unleaded gasoline fuel has been added to the tank.
If connecting to Natural Gas, contact a qualified NG technician before installation. The included regulator is ONLY for use with LPG tanks.
Then connect open fuel supply on the NG pipe. (NOTE: Be sure that the carburetor is free of gasoline if using NG or LPG)
Step 2
Turn ENGINE SWITCH at ON position.
Step 3
Move Choke Lever to CHOKE position.
Step 4
For recoil start: Pull the STARTER GRIP slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly. After the engine started, return the STARTER
GRIP gently to prevent damage to the starter or housing. DO NOT allow the starter grip to snap back. Return it slowly by hand.
Step 5
For electric start: Turn the key to START and hold until engine starts. If the engine fails to start within five seconds, release and wait at
least 5 seconds before attempting to start the engine again.
Step 6
Turn the CHOKE LEVER to RUN position.
Choke Rod
The choke is used to provide an enriched fuel mixture when starting a cold engine. It can be opened and closed by operating the choke rod
manually. Pull the rod out toward CLOSED to enrich the mixture for cold starting
GEN7500TRI 7500 Surge Watt / 6000 Running Watt Portable Tri Fuel LPG, Gasoline or Natural Gas Generator with Electric Start Manual
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