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S E R V I C E
2007-12
O0707903
531 30 97-18 420GN
2000 Watt Portable Generator
Operator’s Manual
Manual No. 203861GS Revision A (09/19/2007)
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Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Husqvarna generator. We are pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the Husqvarna brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Husqvarna generator will provide many years of dependable service. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with generator products and how to avoid them. This generator is designed and intended only for supplying electrical pow
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Table of Contents Operator Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Equipment Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Safety Rules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Unpack Generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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The manufacturer cannot possibly anticipate every possible Operator Safety circumstance that might involve a hazard. The warnings in this manual, and the tags and decals affixed to the unit are, Equipment Description therefore, not all-inclusive. If you use a procedure, work Read this manual carefully and become familiar method or operating technique that the manufacturer does with your generator. Know its applications, its not specifically recommend, you must satisfy yourself that it limitation
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DANGER WARNING Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and during recharging. explosive. Hydrogen gas stays near battery for a long time after battery has been charged. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. Slightest spark will ignite hydrogen and cause explosion. WHEN ADDING OR DRAINING FUEL You can be blinded or severely injured. • Turn generator OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes before Battery electrolyte fluid contains a
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WARNING WARNING Generator produces hazardous voltage. Starter and other rotating parts can entangle Failure to isolate generator from power utility can hands, hair, clothing, or accessories. result in death or injury to electric utility workers due to backfeed of electrical energy. • NEVER operate generator without protective housing or covers. • When using generator for backup power, notify utility company. • DO NOT wear loose clothing, jewelry or anything that may be Use approved transfer equi
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Add Engine Oil Assembly • Place generator on a level surface. Your generator requires some assembly and is ready for use NOTE: Verify provided oil bottles are the correct viscosity for after it has been properly serviced with the recommended current ambient temperature. fuel and oil. • Refer to engine operator’s manual and follow oil If you have any problems with the assembly of your generator, recommendations and instructions. please call the generator helpline at (877) 224-0458. If calling for
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System Ground Generator Location The generator has a system ground that connects the Clearances and Air Movement generator frame components to the ground terminals on the AC output receptacles. The system ground is connected to WARNING the AC neutral wire (the neutral is bonded to the generator Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles, frame). structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire. Special Requirements • Keep at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) clearance on all sides of generator There may be Feder
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Features and Controls Read this Operator’s Manual and safety rules before operating your generator. Compare the illustrations with your generator, to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. A N M L B K C J H D G E F A - Fuel Tank — Capacity of 1.32 U.S. gallons (5.0 L). H - Spark Plug — Access to engine spark plug. B - Circuit Breaker (AC) — A push-to-reset circuit breaker is J - Air Cleaner — Protects engine by filterin
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Use each receptacle to operate 120 Volt AC, single–phase, Cord Sets and Receptacles 60 Hz electrical loads requiring up to 1,800 watts (1,8 kW) at Use only high quality, well-insulated, grounded extension 15 Amps of current. Use cord sets that are rated for 125 Volt cords with the generator’s 120 Volt duplex receptacle. AC loads at 15 Amps (or greater). Inspect extension cords before each use. Check the ratings of all extension cords before you use NOTICE them. Extension cord sets used should be
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Operation WARNING Starting the Engine Contact with muffler area can result in serious burns. Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. Use the following start instructions: Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles, structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire. 1. Make sure unit is on a level surface. IMPORTANT: Failure to start and operate the unit on a level • DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases. surface will cause the unit not to start or shut down during • Allow eq
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6. Connect battery charge cable clamp with black handle Charging a Battery to battery post or terminal indicated by Negative, NEG, Your generator has the capability of recharging a discharged or (–). 12 Volt automotive or utility style storage battery. DO NOT 7. Start generator as described in Starting The Engine. Let use the unit to charge any 6 Volt batteries. DO NOT use the the engine run while battery recharges. unit to crank an engine having a discharged battery. 8. When battery has charged
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Creating a Temporary Shelter 6. Start generator as described in the section Starting the Engine, then place carton over generator. Keep at least 1. In an emergency, use the original shipping carton. 5 ft. (1.5 m) clearance on all sides of generator 2. Cut off top carton flaps and one long side of carton to including overhead with shelter in place. expose muffler side of unit. If required, tape up other sides of carton to fit over generator as shown. WARNING Wind Contact with muffler area can res
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NEVER add more loads than the generator capacity. Take Don’t Overload Generator special care to consider surge loads in generator capacity, as Capacity described above. You must make sure your generator can supply enough Wattage Reference Guide rated (running) and surge (starting) watts for the items you will power at the same time. Follow these simple steps: Rated* Additional Tool or Appliance (Running) Surge 1. Select the items you will power at the same time. Watts (Starting) 2. Total the rat
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Cleaning Maintenance Daily or before use, look around and underneath the generator for signs of oil or fuel leaks. Clean accumulated General Recommendations debris from inside and outside the generator. Keep the Regular maintenance will improve the performance and linkage, spring and other engine controls clean. Inspect extend the life of the generator. See an authorized dealer for cooling air slots and openings on generator. These openings service. must be kept clean and unobstructed. The gener
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Storing the Engine Storage See the engine operator’s manual for instructions on how to The generator should be started at least once every seven properly prepare the engine for storage. days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If this cannot be done and you must store the unit for more than 30 days, use Other Storage Tips the following guidelines to prepare it for storage. 1. DO NOT store fuel from one season to another unless it Generator Storage has been treated as described in Long Term S
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Troubleshooting Problem Cause Correction 1. One of the circuit breakers is open. 1. Reset circuit breaker. 2. Fault in generator. 2. Contact authorized service facility. Engine is running, but no AC 3. Poor connection or defective cord set. 3. Check and repair. output is available. 4. Connected device is bad. 4. Connect another device that is in good condition. 1. Short circuit in a connected load. 1. Disconnect shorted electrical load. 2. Engine speed is too slow. 2. Contact authorized service
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HUSQVARNA® PORTABLE GENERATOR OWNER WARRANTY POLICY Effective February 1, 2006 replaces all undated Warranties and all Warranties dated before February 1, 2006 LIMITED WARRANTY “Husqvarna® is a registered trademark of Husqvarna AB and is used under license to Briggs & Stratton Power Products. Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC will repair or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the portable generator that is defective in material or workmanship or both. Transportation charges on prod
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Portable Generator Product Specifications Starting Wattage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3,000 watts Wattage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,000 watts Load Current: at 120 Volts AC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.6 Amps at 12 Volts DC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.3 Amps Phase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Single phase Rated Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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