Content Source: Polaris Power® P5500 and P6500 Owner’s Manual (9931064 R02) > Operation Chapter

IMPORTANT

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DC Operation

The DC Receptacle on this generator is designed to charge 12V DC batteries. It is not designed to operate DC motors.
caution
This generator is not designed to operate DC motors. The DC charging output is not regulated. The DC receptacle should only be used for charging 12V DC batteries. Output voltage is 15-30V.
The DC output is to be used to charge batteries only. Serious damage to the stator windings can occur if connected to a DC motor or transformer.

Battery Charging

WARNING
The battery emits explosive hydrogen gas during normal operation. A spark or flame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to kill or cause serious injury. Wear protective clothing and eye protection when charging a battery. Failure to adhere to these safety precautions could lead to severe injury or death.
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead components. Wash hands after handling.
To prevent the possibility of creating sparks near the battery, connect the charging cable first to the generator then to the battery. Disconnect the cable first at the battery.
The battery contains sulfuric acid (electrolyte). Contact with skin or eyes may cause severe burns. Wear protective clothing and a face shield. If electrolyte gets on your skin, flush with water. If electrolytes get in your eyes, flush with water for at least 15 minutes and call a physician.
Electrolyte is poisonous. If swallowed, drink large quantities of water or milk and follow with milk of magnesia or vegetable oil and call a physician. Keep out of reach of children.

Connecting the Battery Charging Cable

  1. Disconnect the ground cable from the negative (-) battery terminal, followed by the positive (+) cable.
  2. Plug the battery charging cable into the DC receptacle.

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  1. Connect the red lead of the battery charging cable to the positive (+) battery terminal and then the black lead to negative (-) battery terminal. Do not reverse the charging cables or serious damage to the generator and/or battery may occur.
  2. Start the generator.
NOTICE
The DC receptacle may be used while the AC power is in use.
caution
Do not start the vehicle while the battery charging cable is connected and the generator is running. The vehicle’s charging system or the generator may be damaged.

DC Circuit Overload

The DC receptacle is protected from an overload with a circuit protector. If the DC circuit is overloaded, the protector will trip and power to the DC receptacle will cease.
If the circuit protector keeps tripping, discontinue charging and see your authorized Polaris generator dealer.
NOTICE
The circuit protector does not prevent overcharging of the battery.

Disconnecting the Battery Charging Cable

  1. Stop the generator.
  2. Disconnect the black lead of the battery charging cable from the negative (-) battery terminal and then the lead from the positive (+) battery terminal.
  3. Unplug the battery charging cable from the DC receptacle.
  4. Connect the vehicle battery ground cable to the positive (+) battery terminal.
  5. Connect the vehicle battery ground cable to the negative (-) battery terminal.

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