PREDATOR 70143 Dual Fuel Inverter Generator User Guide
- June 12, 2024
- Predator
Table of Contents
QUICK START GUI
3600 RUNNING WATTS LPG/PROPANE
3900 RUNNING WATTSGASOLINE
5000 MAX STARTING WATTS
70143
70143 Dual Fuel Inverter Generator
WARNING
To prevent serious injury:
READ MANUAL BEFORE USE.
BEFORE USING:
Position generator outside and unplug all electrical loads
DANGER
Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. 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.
DANGER
.Do not use in trailers, truck beds, or tents. Use at least 20 feet away
from people, animals, and structures with exhaust pointed away.
GROUND GENERATOR TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK
Add oil to engine crankcase
Gasoline Starting Procedure
LPG/Propane Starting Procedure
Check total Start-up watts amount before plugging in any equipment.
WATTAGE ESTIMATE TABLE
| Equipment | RunningWatts |
|---|---|
| Total Running Watts (must be less than 3900 Gasoline • 3600 LPG) | |
| Largest Additional Start-up Watts | |
| Total Startup Watts needed for all loads (must be less than 5000) |
Check total Start-up watts amount before plugging in any equipment.
To check the wattage amount:
- Add up the Running Watts for all items you would like to use at any given time.
- Make sure that this total is under the 3600 (LPG) or 3900 (gasoline) rated wattage of the generator.
- Find the single highest starting watts for the selected items and add to the total.
- Make sure that this total is under the 5000 maximum rated wattage of the generator.
- Plug in and turn on products from largest wattage to smallest.
Typical Product Watts
Check your appliance for actual ratings.
WATTAGE ESTIMATE CHART
EMERGENCY
| DEVICE | RUNNING WATTS | ADDITIONAL START-UP WATTS |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator / Freezer | 700 | 1500 |
| Radio | 100 | 0 |
HOUSEHOLD
| DEVICE | RUNNING WATTS | ADDITIONAL START-UP WATTS |
|---|---|---|
| Computer w/ Monitor | 800 | 0 |
| Electric Clothes Dryer | 5500 | 500 |
| Electric Range | 2100 | 0 |
| Electric Water Heater | 2000 | 0 |
| Light Bulb – 100 Watts | 100 | 0 |
| Microwave – 1000 Watts | 1000 | 200 |
| Sump Pump – 1/2 HP | 1000 | 1100 |
| Television – 27″ | 400 | 0 |
| Washing Machine | 1100 | 1100 |
| Well Pump – 1/2 HP | 1000 | 1000 |
JOB SITE
| DEVICE | RUNNING | ADDITIONAL START-UP WATTS |
|---|---|---|
| Air Compressor – 1/2 HP | WATTS | 1000 |
| Table Saw – 10″ | 1700 | 1300 |
| Belt Sander – 3″ | 1200 | 1200 |
| Hand Drill – 1/2″ | 600 | 600 |
| Halogen Work Light | 1000 | 0 |
| Reciprocating Saw | 900 | 900 |
LAWN & GARDEN
| DEVICE | RUNNING WATTS | ADDITIONAL START-UP WATTS |
|---|---|---|
| Hedge Trimmer | 400 | 400 |
| Pressure Washer | 1200 | 1200 |
| Lawn Mower | 1200 | 1200 |
| Edger | 1000 | 1000 |
RECREATION
| DEVICE | RUNNING WATTS | ADDITIONAL START-UP WATTS |
|---|---|---|
| AM/FM Radio | 100 | 0 |
| Electric Grill | 1700 | 0 |
| Inflator Pump | 50 | 100 |
| CD/DVD Player | 100 | 0 |
| Box Fan – 20″ | 200 | 200 |
| Coffee Maker | 600 | 0 |
HEATING & COOLING
| DEVICE | RUNNING WATTS | ADDITIONAL START-UP WATTS |
|---|---|---|
| Central AC – 10,000 BTU | 1500 | 3000 |
| Furnace Fan – 1/2 HP | 900 | 1400 |
| Space Heater | 1800 | 0 |
| Window AC – 10,000 BTU | 1200 | 600 |
IF ANY CIRCUIT BREAKERS TRIP:
- Make sure that ALL circuit breakers are reset before starting the generator again.
- Adjust the plugs so the loads are shared across outlet circuits.
