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OWNERS MANUAL FOR
DeVILBISS GENERA TOR
Model No.
GBV4600
SPECIFICATION CHART
MODEL GBV4600
HORSE POWER 9
RATED/SURGE WATTS 4600/5750
VOLTAGE 120/240
AMPERAGE 38.3A/19.2A
PHASE SINGLE
HERTZ 60 Hz
ENGINE SPEED 3600 RPM
MAX. AMBIENT TEMP. 104° F
FUEL CAPACITY 6 GALLON
RUN TIME @ 50%/100% 13.3/6.5 HR
This product is not equipped with a spark arresting muffler. If the product will be used around flammable
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materials, or on land covered with materials such as agricultural crops, forest, brush, grass
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TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE WARRANTY STATEMENT ...................................................... 3 SAFETY GUIDELINES AND INSTRUCTIONS......................... 4-8 WATTAGE CALCULATING INSTRUCTIONS........................... 9-10 GENERAL PARTS IDENTIFICATION ...................................... 11 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS/EXTENSION CORDS............. 12 INSTALLATION OF A GENERATOR ....................................... 12 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.............................................
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LIMITED WARRANTY ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE All merchandise manufactured by DeVilbiss Air Power Company is warranted to be free of defects in workmanship and material which occur during the first year from the date of purchase by the original purchaser (initial user). Products covered under this warranty include: air compressors, *air tools, accessories, service parts, pressure washers, and generators used in consumer applications (i.e., personal residential household usage only). Air compre
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SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS This manual contains information that is important for you to know Information for preventing damage to URGENT SAFETY INFORMATION - A HAZARD and understand. This information equipment. THAT WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR LOSS relates to protecting YOUR OF LIFE SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIP- MENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use symbols to the right. Please read the manual and pay atten- Information that you should pay special IMPORTANT SAFETY
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READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE (cont’d) HAZARD WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Operation of generator in rain, wet, icy, Water is an excellent conductor of Operate generator in a clean, dry, well or flooded conditons. electricity! Water which comes in ventilated area. Make sure hands are contact with electricty charged compo- dry before touching unit. nents can transmit electricity to the frame and other surfaces, resul
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READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. RISK OF FIRE HAZARD WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Attempting to fill the fuel tank while the Gasoline and gasoline vapors can Turn engine off and allow it to cool engine is running. become ignited by coming in contact before adding fuel to the tank. Equip with hot components such as the area of operation with a fire extin- muffler, engine exhaust gases, or guisher certified to handle gasoline from an electrical spark.
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READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. RISK OF BREATHING - INHALATION HAZARD WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT HAZARD Operate generator in clean, dry, well Gasoline engines produce toxic carbon Breathing exhaust fumes will cause ventilated area. Avoid enclosed ar- monoxide exhaust fumes. serious injury or death. eas like garages, basements, stor- age sheds, etc., which lack a steady exchange of air. Never operate unit in a location occupied by humans or animal
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READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. RISK OF HOT SURFACES HAZARD WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Contact with hot engine and generator Contact with hot surfaces, such as en- During operation, touch only the con- components. gines exhaust components, could result trol surfaces of the generator. Keep in serious burns. children away from the generator at all times. They may not be able to recognize the hazards of this prod- uct. RISK OF MOVING PARTS HAZARD WH
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WATTAGE CALCULATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT Never exceed the rated capacity of your generator. Serious damage to the generator or appliance could result from an overload. 1. Starting and running wattage requirements should always be calculated when matching a generators wattage capacity to the appliance or tool. 2. There are two types of electrical applicances that can be powered by your generator: A. Items such as radios, light bulbs, television sets,and mircowaves have a "resistive load". Start
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WATTAGE CALCULATING INSTRUCTIONS (cont'd) 2. To determine the approximate starting wattage require- STARTING WATTAGE REQUIREMENTS ment for most appliances and tools with inductive type 1. Some appliances and tools will list on the motor name motors, multiply the wattage that was calculated by 2 plate the starting and running voltage and amperage to 4 times to assure adequate generator capacity. If requirements. Use the following formula to convert volt- the nameplate information is not availabl
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GENERAL PARTS IDENTIFICATION 1. Frame assembly- Protects generator and engine as 12. Vibration Isolator- Isolators reduce engine vibration to well as a means to handle complete unit. the frame. 2. Fuel Tank- Six (6) gallon capacity. 13. Generator Housing- Houses the electrical generating components. 3. Fuel Cap- Remove to check/add fuel. 14. Oil Filler Cap/Dipstick- For checking and adding oil. 4. Cover Panel- Contains wiring for receptacles, circuit breakers, and control switches. 15. Oil Drain
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS/EXTENSION CORDS GROUNDING INSTRUCTION This generator should be grounded to help prevent accidental electrical shock. Shown below is a picture of the grounding lug supplied on your generator. Drive a 3/4" or 1" diameter copper pipe or rod into the ground close to the generator set. The pipe must penetrate moist earth. Using #10 gauge wire, connect one end of the wire into the grounding lug. Connect the other end of the wire to the copper pipe or rod using an approved ground
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: IF ENGINE OIL LEVEL IS TOO LOW, ENGINE WILL BEFORE START UP NOT START. CHECK OIL LEVEL AND ADD IF NECESSARY. Follow the steps listed below before starting generator. 5. Open the choke gradually after engine starts. The engine 1.Check engine oil. Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual should come up to full operating speed quickly. Do not for correct grade and quantity of oil. allow choke to remain on after the engine has run for a short time. Avoid over-choking. 6
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MAINTENANCE PARTS LIST Contact the DeVilbiss Air Power Company Customer Service Department 1-800-888-2468 Ext.2 For Authorized Service Center nearest you Part No. Qty. Description GS-0231 1 Air Filter GS-0029 1 Fuel Line SSP-499 2 Fuel Line Clamps GS-0027 1 Gas Tank SSN-51 4 Gas Tank Washers SSF-990 4 Gas Tank Screws GS-0028 1 Gas Gap GS-0033 2 Isolators GS-0036 2 Isolators GS-0234 1 Spark Arrester GA100 1 Wheel/Handle Kit TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will not start 1.
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INSTALLATION OF BATTERY • Recommended Battery for Electric Start Use standard 12 volt 45 amp hour lawn mower battery 1. Place battery in rack with terminals facing towards generator head. 2. Place battery bracket (A) over battery as shown (opposite battery terminals). 3. Place "L" bolt (B) through top and bottom brackets and secure with wing nut (C). Positive (+) Negative (-) 15
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Attach Sales Receipt Here. OWNERS MANUAL Retain Original Sales Receipt as Proof of Purchase for FOR DeVILBISS Warranty Repair Work. GENERATOR WARRANTY MODEL NO. This product is covered by the DeVilbiss one year limited GBV4600 warranty (SP-100-E). The warranty can be found on page 3 or is available upon request. An "Authorized Warranty Service Center Directory" is included with your unit. When ordering repair parts from your local Authorized Service Center, always give the following information:
