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Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions
Save This Manual Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating,
inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual
near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number). Keep this manual and
the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.
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SaFetY SetuP OPeRatiOn maintenanCe t able of Contents Safety ......................................................... 2 Maintenance .............................................. 14 Setup .......................................................... 6 Parts List and Diagram .............................. 20 Specifications ............................................. 6 Warranty .................................................... 23 Operation .................................................... 8
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Set up Precautions (cont.) 8. use only lubricants and fuel 10. Do not operate the Generator before grounding. recommended in this manual. the Generator must be earth-grounded in accordance with all relevant electrical 9. improper connections to a building electrical codes and standards before operation. system can allow electrical current from the generator to backfeed into the utility lines. Such backfeed may electrocute utility company workers or others who contact the lines during a po
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SaFetY SetuP OPeRatiOn maintenanCe Operating Precautions (cont.) 16. Connect the Generator only to a load or 29. Stay alert, watch what you are doing electrical system (120 volt or 240 volt) that is and use common sense when operating compatible with the electrical characteristics this piece of equipment. Do not use this and rated capacities of the Generator. piece of equipment while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. 17. insulate all connections and disconnected
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Service Precautions 1. Before service, maintenance, or cleaning: 7. Have the equipment serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement a. unplug all devices from the generator. parts. This will ensure that the safety of the b. t urn the engine switch to its “OFF” position. equipment is maintained. Do not attempt any service or maintenance procedures not explained in this c. allow the engine to completely cool. manual or any procedures that you are uncertain d. then
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SaFetY SetuP OPeRatiOn maintenanCe Functional Description Specifications 120/240V~, 60Hz Rated Output 3,200 Watts (4,000 max) Phase Single Generator Two 3-Prong, duplex NEMA #5-15 120V Electrical Receptacle One 4-Prong, NEMA #L14-30 twistlock 120V/240V One DC Outlet 12VDC Displacement 212cc Engine Type Horizontal Single Cylinder 4 stroke OHV Cooling System Forced air cooled Type 87+ octane unleaded gasoline Fuel Capacity 4 Gallons (15L) Engine 10W-30 above 32° F Type SAE 5W-30 at 32° F or bel
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Components and Controls (cont.) On The following are descriptions of the controls OFF on the power panel. Your generator has sockets to power your products with circuit 3. Circuit Breakers: The circuit breaker protects the breakers to protect the voltage flow. Generator from overloading. The rating of the breaker and the load it protects are marked near the breaker. Should any of the Circuit Breakers trip, the Generator i will stop the electricity output. If this happens, unplug all l
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SaFetY SetuP OPeRatiOn maintenanCe initial t ool Set up/assembly At high altitudes, the engine’s carburetor, governor, Read the entiRe imPORtant and any other parts that control the fuel-air ratio will SaFetY inFORmatiOn section at the need to be adjusted by a qualified mechanic to allow beginning of this manual including efficient high-altitude use and to prevent damage to the all text under subheadings therein engine and any other devices used with this product. before set up or use o
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Generator Pre-Start Checks (cont.) 5. If the oil level is at or below the low mark add the 1. Clean the Fuel Cap and the area around it. appropriate type of oil until the oil level is at the proper level. SAE 10W-30 oil is recommended 2. Unscrew and remove the Fuel Cap. for general use. (The SAE Viscosity Grade chart on page 15 in the Service section shows other 3. If needed, fill the Fuel Tank to about 1 inch viscosities to use in different average temperatures.) under the fill neck of the
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SaFetY SetuP OPeRatiOn maintenanCe Starting the engine 1. To start a cold engine, move the Choke to the CHOKE position. To restart a warm engine, leave the Choke in the RUN position. 2. Open the Fuel Valve. i ON 3. Turn the Engine Switch to ON. O 4. Grip the Starter Handle of the Engine loosely and pull it slowly several times to allow the gasoline to flow into the Engine’s carburetor. Then pull the Starter Handle gently until resistance is felt. Allow
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Connecting electrical loads Familiarize yourself with the engine controls, power panel and how to start the engine before using the generator. Calculate the wattage of the products you will use with the generator and verify that the generator can handle the total load. WaRninG! Connect only properly wired plugs to the generator. A plug that is spliced onto a different cord may be hazardous. Only a qualified electrician should wire a plug onto a cord. CautiOn Never exceed the rated capa
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SaFetY SetuP OPeRatiOn maintenanCe Calculating t otal Wattage of Devices used with the Generator Before using the Generator, check that the products you want to plug into the unit are below the rated and Wattage estimate Charts maximum wattage ratings of the Generator. Use the note: Wattages listed below are estimates for that Wattage Calculation Table below, and the watts listed type of equipment only. Check nameplate wattages on your products, to help calculate multiple on all loads be
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Stopping the engine in an emergency To stop the engine in an emergency, turn the Engine Switch off. i nOtiCe: Generator shut-off under load may damage O OFF the generator and attached equipment. Stopping the engine under normal Conditions 1. Before turning off the Engine, turn off all electrical loads, then unplug them. 2. Turn the Engine Switch off. i O OFF 3. Close the Fuel Valve. For Pump technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Pag
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SaFetY SetuP OPeRatiOn maintenanCe user-maintenance instructions Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician. tO PRevent SeRiOuS injuRY FROm aCCiDental OPeRatiOn: t urn the Power Switch of the equipment to its “OFF” position, wait for the engine to cool, and disconnect the spark plug cap before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures. tO PRevent SeRiOuS injuRY FROm equiPment F ailuRe: Do not use damaged equipme
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Checking and Filling Fuel note: Do not use gasoline containing more than WaRninG! tO PRevent SeRiOuS 10% ethanol (e10). Do not use e85 ethanol. injuRY FROm FiRe: Fill the fuel tank in a well-ventilated area note: Do not use gasoline that has been stored in a away from ignition sources. If the engine is metal fuel container or a dirty fuel container. it can hot from use, shut the engine off and wait cause particles to enter the carburetor, effecting for it to cool before adding fuel.
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SaFetY SetuP OPeRatiOn maintenanCe air Filter element maintenance 1. Remove the air filter cover and the • For foam filter elements: air filter elements and check for dirt. Wash the element in warm water and Clean or replace as described below. mild detergent several times. Rinse. Squeeze out excess water and allow it to dry 2. Cleaning: completely. Soak the filter in lightweight oil briefly, then squeeze out the excess oil. • For “paper” filter elements: To prevent injury from dust and d
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Storage When the equipment is to remain idle for longer than c. Open the fuel valve. After all fuel has 20 days, prepare the engine for storage as follows: drained, reinstall the drain bolt and sediment cup (if equipped). Tighten securely. 1. CleaninG: Wait for engine to cool, then clean engine with 3. luBRiCatiOn: dry cloth. nOtiCe: Do not clean using water. a. Change engine oil. The water will gradually enter the engine and cause b. Clean out area around spark plug. Remove rust dam
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SaFetY SetuP OPeRatiOn maintenanCe t roubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Probable Solutions Engine will not start FUEL RELATED: FUEL RELATED: 1. No fuel in tank or fuel valve closed. 1. Fill fuel tank and open fuel valve. 2. Choke not in CHOKE position, cold engine. 2. Move Choke to CHOKE position. 3. Gasoline with more than 10% ethanol used. 3. Clean out ethanol rich gasoline from fuel (E15, E20, E85, etc.) system. Replace components damaged by ethanol. Use fresh 87+ octane unleaded g
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t roubleshooting (cont.) Problem Possible Causes Probable Solutions 1. Spark plug cap loose. 1. Check wire connections. 2. Incorrect spark plug gap or 2. Re-gap or replace spark plug. damaged spark plug. 3. Defective spark plug cap. 3. Replace spark plug cap. 4. Use only fresh 87+ octane unleaded gasoline. 4. Old or low quality gasoline. Engine misfires Do not use gasoline with more than 10% ethanol (e15, e20, e85, etc.). 5. Incorrect compression. 5. Diagnose and repair compression. (Use e
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SaFetY SetuP OPeRatiOn maintenanCe Parts list and Diagram PleaSe ReaD the FOllOWinG CaReFull Y THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRI
