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GAS ENGINE GENERATOR
13 HP
Model 94191
ASSEMbly ANd OPERATION INSTR ucTIONS
Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
cAuTION!
your Warranty Is Voided If:
you do not put engine oil in the Engine’s crankcase prior to its first use.
Before each use, check the oil level. Never run the Engine with low or no engine oil.
Running the Engine with low or no oil will permanently damage the unit.
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3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 9301
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SPEcIfIcATIONS Electrical Alternator Type: 2-Pole, Single Phase Specifications Output Frequency: 60 Hz Output: 5,500 Continuous Watts / 6,500 Peak Watts AC Receptacles: Dual 120V, 20 Amp grounded receptacle 240V, 30 Amp, L14-30, four blade twist lock receptacle DC Receptacle: 12V Terminal with Cap Screws Circuit Breakers: 20 Amp, Qty. 2 / 25 Amp, Qty. 2 Fuse Type: F10A250V Overload Protection: Resettable Circuit Protection for AC outlets, and Fuse for DC outlet Engine
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3. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. Provide barriers or shields as needed. PERSONAl SAfETy 1. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operat- ing a power tool. do not use a power tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury. 2. dress properly. do not wear loose
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6. use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool. SERVIcE 1. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury. 2. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. follow instruc - tions in the “Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning” section of this
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9. do not force the Generator. This tool will do the work better and safer at the speed and capacity for which it was designed. Do not overload the generator. Know the total running wattage necessary to power the desired items. fIRE ANd EXPlOSION PREcA uTIONS 1. Gasoline fuel and fumes are flammable, and potentially explosive. Use proper fuel storage and handling procedures. Always have multiple ABC class fire extin- guishers nearby. 2. Keep the Generator, its Engine, and surrounding ar
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if fuel is swallowed. For skin contact, immediately wash with soap and water. For eye contact, immediately flush eyes with clean water. NOISE PREcAuTIONS Prolonged exposure to high noise levels is hazardous to hearing. Always wear ANSI approved hearing protection when operating or working around the Generator when it is running. ElEcTRIcAl PREcA uTIONS 1. All connections and conduits from the Generator to the load must only be installed by trained and licensed electricians, and in complian
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REcOMMENdEd MINIMuM WIRE GA uGE fOR EXTENSION cORdS* (120 OR 240 VOl T) NAMEPlATE EXTENSION cORd lENGTH AMPERES (at full load) 25 feet 50 feet 75 feet 100 feet 150 feet 0 – 2.0 18 18 18 18 16 2.1 – 3.4 18 18 18 16 14 3.5 – 5.0 18 18 16 14 12 5.1 – 7.0 18 16 14 12 12 7.1 – 12.0 18 14 12 10 - 12.1 – 16.0 14 12 10 - - 16.1 – 20.0 12 10 - - - * based on limiting the line voltage drop to five volts at 150% of the rated amperes. TAblE A MISc. PREcA uTIONS 1. WARNING! People with pacemakers should con
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uNPAcKING When unpacking, check to make sure all the parts shown on the Parts lists on pages 20 and 22 are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible. ASSEMbly INSTR ucTIONS cAuTION! Make sure Engine’s Ignition (2) is in its “Off” position prior to performing any service, maintenance, or cleaning of Generator or Engine. Always wear ANSI- approved safety impact eye goggles when assemblin
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INSTAllATION INSTR ucTIONS 1. Electrical and other permits may be required for the installation of emergency or portable power systems. Investigate the local building and electrical codes before installing this unit. 2. Prior to providing Generator power to tools and equipment, make sure the Gen- erator’s rated voltage, wattage, and amperage capacity is adequate to supply all electrical loads the unit will power. If powering exceeds the Generator’s capacity, it may be necessary to group on
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Grounding The Generator: GROuNdING TERMINAl (9) #6 AWG GROuNdING WIRE (NOT INcludEd) GROuNdING ROd (NOT INcludEd) fIGuRE c Note: It is recommended that only a trained and licensed electrician perform this proce- dure. Connect a #6 AWG grounding wire (not included) from the Grounding Terminal (9) on the Generator to a grounding rod (not included) that has been driven at least 24 inches deep into the earth. The grounding rod must be an earth-driven copper or brass rod (electrode) which can ade
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(2) (65) (3) (34) (10) (8) (6) (5) (7) fIGuRE d 4. 120 Volt Ac circuit breakers (3): Each of the two 120 Volt AC Outlets have a Circuit Breaker to protect the Generator from overloading. Should a Circuit Breaker “trip”, unplug all electrical loads from the Generator. Allow the Circuit Breaker to cool down. Then, push the 120 volt Circuit Breakers. (See figure d .) 5. 240 Volt Ac Outlet (6): The Generator is equipped with one 4-blade twist lock 240 Volt AC Outlet to power 240 volt tools
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8. 12 Volt dc fuse (8): The 12 Volt DC Outlet has one Fuse (8) to protect the Genera- tor from overloading. The Generator is equipped with the following size and type of Fuse: f10A250V . Should a 12 VDC output exceed the fuse’s rating, always check to see if the Fuse has “blown” (a melted filament within the Fuse). If necessary, unplug all electrical loads from the Generator, replace with a new Fuse, and reat- tach a reduced load to the generator. (See figure d .) 9. Power-On light (10)
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Engine will be run in temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, use SAE 5W-30 weight oil. (See figure E, prior page.) 3. To do so, unscrew and remove the Oil Dipstick (65A). Pour engine oil into the Dip- stick Hole until the level of oil is even with top edge of the Dipstick Hole. (See figure E.) 4. Make sure to screw the Oil Dipstick (65A) firmly back into its Dipstick Hole. (See figure E.) To fill The fuel Tank: 1. Prior to first using the Generator, the Fuel Tank (31) must be filled with
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To Start The Engine/Generator: ON Off cHOKE lEVER (21A) fuEl VAl VE cHOKE lEVER (21A) (IN “cHOKE” POSITION) (IN “RuN” POSITION) (41) fIGuRE f 1. Turn the Engine Fuel Valve (41) to its “OPEN” position. Then, turn the Engine Choke Lever (21A) to its “cHOKE” position. NOTE: No choke is required if the Engine is warm. Make sure the Engine Choke Lever is in the “RuN” position when starting a warm Engine. (See figure f .) 2. To start the Engine, using the Battery (45) for cranking power, inser
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to the one 240V AC Outlet (6). Connect 12V DC appliances, tools, and equipment only to the 12V DC Terminal (7). (See figure d .) 3. cAuTION! Never exceed the rated capacity for this Generator, as serious damage to the Generator and/or appliances, tools, and equipment could result from an overload. Starting and running wattage requirements should always be calculated when matching this Generator’s wattage capacity to the appliance, tool, or equipment. 4. Most appliances, tools, and equip
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11. When finished using the Generator, disconnect all electrical loads. Turn the Engine Ignition (2) to its “Off” position to stop the Engine. Then, close the Engine Fuel Valve (41). (See figures d and f .) INSPEcTION, MAINTENANcE, ANd clEANING 1. WARNING! Always make sure the Engine’s Ignition (2) is in its “Off” posi- tion prior to performing any service, maintenance, or cleaning of the Generator or Engine. (See figure d .) 2. before each use, inspect the general condition of the Gener
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PluG (59A) OIl dIPSTIcK (65A) fIGuRE G 4. Engine maintenance: a. After first 5 to 8 hours of use: Change oil. Then, change oil every 50 hours of use. Change oil every 25 hours of use when operating the Engine under a heavy load or in high temperatures. To change the oil, remove the Plug (59A) and allow the old oil to drain in a proper container. Once drained, replace the Plug. If the Engine will be run in temperatures above 32° Fahrenheit, use SAE 30 weight oil. If the Engine will be
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squeeze thoroughly to dry. Then, squirt several drops of a light weight oil onto the Element. Use compressed air to clean the Air Filter Separator. Then replace the Air Filter Separator, Air Filter Element, and Air Filter Cover. Clean more often under dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present. Replace Air Filter parts if necessary. (See figure H.) c. After every 100 hours of use: Replace the Spark Plug (28A). To do so, remove the Spark Plug Wire (36A). Use the accessory S
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TROublESHOOTING PlEASE REAd THE fOllOWING cAREfully 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 REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED
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PARTS lIST - GENERATOR SKU 94191 for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 20
