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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Manuel de l’opérateur
Manuel d’utilisation
Manual del operador
5700 WATT GENERATOR
Générateur de 5,700 watts
Generador 5700 watts
HG5700 Series
Série HG5700
Serie HG5700
Your generator has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and op-
erator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
DANGER: You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you do not follow the instructions in this
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction .................................................................................................................................................................... 2 Important Safety Instructions .....................................................................................................................................3-4 Specific Safety Rules ........................................................................................................
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IMPORTANT SAFETy INSTRUCTIONS Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 10 feet away. DANGER: Wear sturdy and dry shoes or boots. Do not operate while Carbon Monoxide. Using a generator indoors WILL KILL barefoot. YOU IN MINUTES. Do not operate generator when you are tired or under the Generator exhaust contains high levels of carbon mon- influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. oxide (CO), a poisonous gas you cannot see or smell. If Keep all parts of your body aw
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IMPORTANT SAFETy INSTRUCTIONS Maintain the unit per maintenance instructions in this Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners, fuel Operator’s Manual. leaks, etc. Replace damaged parts. SPECIFIC SAFETy RULES Do not connect to a building’s electrical system unless a transfer switch has been properly installed by a qualified WARNING: electrician. When this generator is used to supply a building Do not allow the generator’s gas tank to overflow when wiring system: gen
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SyMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SyMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION V Volts Voltage A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) W Watt Power hrs Hours Time gal Gallon Volume qt Quart Volume Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations. To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and under
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SyMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SyMBOL SIGNAL MEANING Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result DANGER: in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result WARNING: in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in CAUTION: minor or moderate injury. (W
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SyMBOLS SAFETy LABELS The information below can be found on the generator. For your safety, please study and understand all of the labels before starting the generator. If any of the labels come off the unit or become hard to read, contact an authorized service center for replacement. Exhaust contains poisonous carbon Using a generator indoors WILL You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY monoxide gas that can cause un- KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Generator HURT if you do not follow the Oper- cons
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ELECTRICAL EXTENSION CORD CABLE SIzE Refer to the table below to ensure the cable size of the extension cords you use are capable of carrying the required load. Inadequate size cables can cause a voltage drop, which can burn out the appliance and overheat the cord. Load in Watts Maximum Allowable Cord Length Current in Amperes At 120V At 240V #8 Wire #10 Wire #12 Wire #14 Wire #16 Wire 2.5 300 600 1000 ft. 600 ft. 375 ft. 250 ft. 5 600 1200 500 ft. 300 ft. 200 ft. 125 ft. 7.5 900 1800 350 ft. 2
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ELECTRICAL GENERATOR CAPACITy CAUTION: Make sure the generator can supply enough continuous (run- Do not overload the generator’s capacity. Exceeding the ning) and surge (starting) watts for the items you will power generator’s wattage/amperage capacity can damage the at the same time. Follow these simple steps. generator and/or electrical devices connected to it. 1. Select the items you will power at the same time. 2. Total the continuous (running) watts of these items. This Typical T
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FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GENERATOR ENGINE Rated Voltage .....................................................120V/240V Engine Type .................................................. 4 Stroke, OHV Rated Amps ................................................. 47.5 A/23.75 A Cooling System ...................................................Forced Air Rated Output ..........................................................5,700 W Maximum Output...................................................
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FEATURES KNOW yOUR GENERATOR GROUND TERMINAL See Figure 1. The ground terminal is used to assist in properly ground- The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the ing the generator to help protect against electrical shock. information on the product and in this operator’s manual as Consult with a local electrician for grounding requirements well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before in your area. use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating O
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LOOSE PARTS LIST The following items are included with the generator: 7 1 8 5 6 9 2 14 10 3 13 11 12 4 15 16 Key Key No. Description Qty. No. Description Qty. 1 Bolt (3/8-16 x 4-1/4 in.) .......................................2 10 Rubber Foot ........................................................2 2 Washer (3/8 in.) ....................................................6 11 Bolt (1/4-20 x 1-1/2 in.) .......................................2 3 Spacer (.38 ID) ..............................
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ASSEMBLy UNPACKING This product requires assembly. Bolt Carefully cut the box down the sides then remove the machine and any accessories from the box. Make sure nUt that all items listed in the packing list are included. NOTE: This machine is heavy and requires a minimum of washer two people to lift. To avoid back injury, lift with your legs and not your back. washer fra Me Inspect the unit carefully to make sure no damage oc- curred during shipping. Do not discard the packing materi
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ASSEMBLy INSTALLING THE WHEELS lock wheel U-Bracket See Figure . nUt Wheels are provided to assist in moving the generator to the desired location and should be installed on the side opposite the handle. wheel Locate the following items: spacer 2 bolts (3/8-16 x 4-1/4 in.) washer 6 washers (3/8 in.) Bolt 2 spacers (.38 ID) 2 wheels 2 lock nuts (3/8-16) washer Fig. 3 Raise the end of the generator opposite the handle high enough to gain access to the frame bottom; securely fraMe
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OPERATION BEFORE OPERATING THE UNIT DANGER: Only use OUTSIDE and far away from windows, doors, Carbon Monoxide. Using a generator indoors WILL KILL and vents. YOU IN MINUTES. NEVER use inside a home or garage, EVEN IF doors and Generator exhaust contains high levels of carbon mon- windows are open. oxide (CO), a poisonous gas you cannot see or smell. If Always position the generator on a flat firm surface. you can smell the generator exhaust, you are breathing CO. But even if you
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OPERATION CHECKING/ADDING FUEL fUel tank fUel cap engine See Figure . switch Remove the fuel cap. Fill the fuel tank to 1 in. below the top of the fuel neck. Replace and secure the fuel cap. NOTE: Always use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher. Never use old, stale, or contaminated gasoline, and do not use an oil/gas mixture. Do not allow dirt or water into the fuel tank. USING FUEL STABILIzER Fuel gets old, oxidizes, and breaks down over time. Adding a f
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OPERATION NOTE: Do not allow the grip to snap back after starting; return it gently to its original place. Allow the engine to run for 30 seconds, then move the choke lever left to the RUN position. STOPPING THE ENGINE See Figures - . To stop the engine under normal operating conditions: Remove any load from the generator. fUel Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position. valve Put the engine switch in the OFF ( O ) position. To stop the engine in an emergency situation: Fig. 9
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MAINTENANCE Replace the element in the air filter unit. air filter Replace the air filter cover and tighten screws to se- cover cure. NOTE: Do not run the generator without the air filter. Rapid engine wear will result. CHANGING ENGINE LUBRICANT See Figure 1. Remove the oil cap/dipstick. Place a container underneath the oil drainage bolt to collect used lubricant as it drains. Unscrew the oil drainage bolt and remove. Allow lubricant to drain completely. screws filter
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MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND MUFFLER Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and amount of lubricant used, and/or your operating conditions, the exhaust port and muffler may become blocked with carbon deposits. If you notice a power loss with your gas-powered products, you may need to remove these deposits to restore perfor- mance. We highly recommend that only qualified service technicians perform this service. SPARK ARRESTOR See Figure 1. Inspect the spark arrestor
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MAINTENANCE STORAGE When preparing the generator for storage, allow the unit to cool completely then follow the guidelines below. STORAGE TIME PRIOR TO STORING Less than 2 months Drain gasoline from tank and dispose of in a suitable container according to state and local ordinances. 2 months to 1 year Drain fuel from carburetor. Drain gasoline from tank and dispose of in a suitable container according to state and local ordinances. 1 year or more Drain fuel from the carburetor.
