1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Safety Instructions
Before using the Little Genny or Little Genny Emergency Power Kit (“Little Genny EK”), read this manual
thoroughly. This manual contains information needed to achieve Little Genny product performance for
your application. Keep this manual for future reference.
Warnings, Cautions and Notes
Any operator of the inverter included in the Little Genny must read and follow all WARNINGS,
CAUTIONS and NOTES,as well as all operation instructions. Comply with WARNINGS (possibility of
serious injury or death), CAUTIONS (possibility of damage to the inverter and / or other equipment), and
NOTES (included to assist you in achieving the maximum performance and longest working life from this
advanced-design power supply).
Charging Cautions
The Little Genny may be on or off to fully charge. Recharging must be done with an approved 12 VDC
charger or with the special solar panel only thru the small barrel connector. A 12 VDC car accessory
outlet may also be used with an optional cable (the car must be running).
Always keep the battery charged as much as possible. Frequent charging does not harm the unit
and will help the performance. The LED on the Little Genny may flash a few times when plugging the
charger in or out. It flashes green continuously when charging is completed by the charger or solar panel.
When disconnected from charger, the LED will return to solid green.
Warning: Inverter Output
•The Little Genny includes an inverter device that produces voltages similar to commercial AC
power. Danger of shock or electrocution: Treat the inverter’s output the same as commercial AC
power.
•Do not use the Little Genny near flammable materials or in any locations that may accumulate
flammable fumes or gases.
•Do not allow water or other liquids into contact with the inverter.
•Do not use the Little Genny with appliances with damaged or wet cords.
•Do not connect devices or appliances to the Little Genny that exceed a draw of 300 Watts. All
outlets can be used simultaneously, provided that the combined draw is no more than 300 W.
Caution: Inverter Operating Environment
1. Keep the inverter away from direct sunlight, if possible.
•Do not expose the inverter to temperatures greater than 60°C (140°F) for extended periods of
time.
•Keep the area surrounding the inverter clear to ensure free air circulation around the unit. Do not
place items on or over the inverter during operation. The unit will shut down if the internal
temperature gets too hot. Restart the inverter after it cools.
•Do not use the Little Genny in or near flammable fumes or gases, as ignition may result in
explosion or fire.
