106. Connect battery charge cable clamp with black handleto the negative (–) battery terminal (Figure 5).7. Start engine. Let engine run while battery recharges.8. When battery has charged, shut down engineNOTE: Use an automotive hydrometer to test batterystate of charge and condition. Follow the hydrometermanufacturer’s instructions carefully. Generally, a battery isconsidered to be at 100% state of charge when specificgravity of its fluid (as measured by hydrometer) is 1.260 orhigher.COLD WEATHEROPERATIONUnder certain weather conditions (temperatures below40°F [4°C] and a high dew point), your generator mayexperience icing of the carburetor and/or the crankcasebreather system.Build a structure that will enclose three sides and the topof the generator:1. Make sure entire muffler-side of generator is exposed.Note that your generator may appear different fromthat shown in Figure 6.2. Ensure a minimum of two feet clearance between openside of box and nearest object.3. Face exposed end away from wind and elements.4. Enclosure should hold enough heat created bygenerator to prevent problems.Figure 6 — Permanent Cold Weather ShelterWind• Operate generator ONLY outdoors.• Keep at least 2 feet of clearance on all sides of generator foradequate ventilation.• DO NOT operate generator inside any building or enclosure,including the generator compartment of a recreational vehicle (RV).• Remove generator from shelter when temperature is above40°F [4°C].Running generator gives off carbon monoxide,an odorless, colorless, poison gas.Breathing carbon monoxide will cause nausea,fainting or death.DANGEROperation