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Instruction
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manual
Model
Generator
PGN350
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CONSUMER GENERAL AND SERVICE INFORMATION • Please read and follow these instructions for proper use and maintenance. If you experience any problems and need assistance, please call us at our toll free number 1-888-559-8550, Monday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. To 6:00 p.m. C.S.T. If repair or service part purchase is required, our many Authorized Warranty Service Centers are conveniently located and equipped to handle all in- warranty and out-of-warranty service. For the location of the ne
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SAFETY GUIDELINES / DEFINITIONS This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand. This infor- mation relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections. indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoid
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RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE (Continued) HAZARD HOW TO PREVENT IT WHAT CAN HAPPEN Operation of Water is an excellent conductor Operate generator in a clean, dry, generator in rain, of electricity! Water which comes well ventilated area. Make sure wet, icy, or in contact with electrically hands are dry before touching flooded charged components can unit. conditions. transmit electricity to the frame and other surfaces, resulting in electrical shock to anyone con- tacting them. Use of worn, Cont
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RISK OF FIRE HAZARD HOW TO PREVENT IT WHAT CAN HAPPEN Gasoline and gasoline vapors Attempting to Turn engine off and allow it to can become ignited by coming fill the fuel tank cool before adding fuel to the in contact with hot components while the engine tank. Equip area of operation such as the muffler, engine is running. with a fire extinguisher certified exhaust gases, or from an to handle gasoline or fuel fires. electrical spark. Sparks, fire, hot Add fuel to tank in well Cigarettes, sparks
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RISK OF INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE WHEN TRANSPORTING GENERATOR HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Fuel or oil can leak or spill and Fire, Inhalation, If generator is equipped with a could result in fire or breathing Damage to fuel shut-off valve, turn the valve hazard, serious injury or death Vehicle Surfaces to the off position before can result. Fuel or oil leaks will transporting to avoid fuel leaks. damage carpet, paint or other If generator is not equipped with surfaces in vehicles or
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RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION (Continued) HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Any gasoline operated Operation of Always use a U.L. listed voltage household generator will incur voltage sensitive surge protector to voltage variations causing sensitive appli- connect voltage sensitive damage to voltage sensitive ap- ances without a appliances (TV, computer, ste- pliances or could result in fire. voltage surge reo, etc.). Failure to use a U.L. protector listed voltage surge protector will void the
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RISK OF MOVING PARTS HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT The generator contains parts Never operate generator with Contact with which rotate at high speed during guarding or cover plates moving parts operation. These parts are removed. Avoid wearing loose can result in covered by guarding to prevent fitting clothing or jewelry which serious injury. injury. could be caught by moving parts. RISK FROM LIFTING HAZARD HOW TO PREVENT IT WHAT CAN HAPPEN Serious injury can result from at- The gener
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ASSEMBLY Read this manual. Do not attempt to operate equipment until you have read this Manual for Safety, Operation, and Maintenance Instructions. NOTE: This manual is a general manual. Information in this manual may or may not pertain to your model. Please read carefully. NOTE: Left and right describes the location of a part with the operator facing the outlet panel. REMOVE GENERATOR FROM CARTON Open carton from top. Remove all carton inserts. Remove parts and manual kits and save for
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RUBBER BUMPER 1. Attach the rubber bumper (6) to the foot bracket with 1/4-20 x 3/4" screw (7) and 8 1/4-20 keps nut with washer (8). 6 7 HANDLE NOTE: Lubricate area where handles rotates in brackets with light oil. Risk of moving parts. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Contact with moving parts can result in serious injury. Keep children away from the generator at all times. They may not be able to recognize the hazards of this product. 1. Raise handle and allow snap buttons to snap i
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GROUNDING THE GENERATOR A grounding lug is supplied with the generator for Grounding Lug use when required by local electrical ordinances. Refer to article 250 of the National Electrical Code to clarify any needed grounding information. Your local electric company or a certified electrician should be able to help you with this information. NOTE: Your engine is already grounded to the frame by a grounding strap. OBTAINING ELECTRICITY FROM THE GENERATOR There are basically 2 ways to obtain electri
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OPERATION KNOW YOUR GENERATOR Read this General Manual and Safety Rules before operation of your Generator. Compare the illustration in your parts manual with your generator to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save all manuals for future references. GENERATOR CAPACITY IMPORTANT: Exceeding the rated capacity of your generator can result in serious damage to your generator and connected electrical devices. See the Wattage Calculation section in this manu
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Tampering with the engine speed adjustment could result in overheating of attach- ments and could cause a fire. Never attempt to “speed-up” the engine to obtain more performance. Both the output voltage and frequency will be thrown out of standard by this practice, endangering attachments and the user. You MUST unplug any load from the generator before starting to prevent permanent damage to any appliances. TO START THE ENGINE Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poor ventilated areas, engin
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STOPPING ENGINE 1. Disconnect all electrical loads. 2. Turn ON/OFF switch to "OFF" position. 3. Close fuel shut-off valve. CONNECTING ELECTRICAL LOADS 1. Let engine run and warm up for five minutes after starting with no electrical load. Connect loads in the following manner to prevent damage to equipment: 2. Connect inductive load equipment first, inductive loads consist of refrigerators, freezers, water pumps, air conditioners, or small hand tools. Connect the items that require the most watta
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MAINTENANCE CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TABLE Before Every 25 Every 50 Every 100 each Hours of Hours of Hours of use Every Every Every MAINTENANCE TASK Season Season Season Check oil level See Note 2 X See Note 1 Change oil Clean Air Filter Assembly X X Check Spark Plug X Prepare unit for storage if it is to remain Prepare Unit for Storage idle for more than 30 days. Note 1: Change oil after first two (2) operating hours and every 50 operating hours thereafter, more often if operated in extreme du
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STORAGE If you are going to store your generator for more than 30 days, use the following information as a guide to prepare the generator for storage. Never store generator with fuel in the tank indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas, where fumes can reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or other gas appliances. ENGINE PREPARATION 1. Add fuel stabilizer to fuel tank to minimize the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. 2. Run eng
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WATTAGE CALCULATIONS 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 appliances that can be powered by your generator: A. Items such as radios, light bulbs, television sets, and microwaves have a "resistive load". Starting wattage
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STARTING WATTAGE REQUIREMENTS 1. Some appliances and tools will list on the motor nameplate the starting and running voltage and amperage requirements. Use the following formula to convert voltage and amperage to wattage: Volts X Amp = Watts Example: 120 volts x 10 amps = 1200 watts 2. To determine the approximate starting wattage requirement for most appliances and tools with inductive type motors, multiply the wattage that was calculated by 2 to 4 times to assure adequate generator capacity. I
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HOUSEHOLD WATTAGE CALCULATOR DEVICES WITH HIGH STARTING (INDUCTIVE)LOADS APPLIANCE OR TYPICAL DEVICE LOAD DEVICE* WATTAGE** RUN WATTS TIMES (X) START FACTOR TOTAL REFRIGERATOR/ = 800 x 3 = 2400 FREEZER = x = 600 3 SMALL REFRIGERATOR 1800 AIR COND.(ROOM) 2400 x 3 = = 7200 x SUMP PUMP 1/2 HP = 1000 2 = 2000 = = 800 x 3 FURNACE FAN 1/3 HP 2400 = = 1000 2 WELL PUMP 1/2 HP 2000 x = HOT PLATE = 1500 CAUTION !! = = TELEVISION 300 CAUTION !! DO NOT CONNECT VOLTAGE SENSITIVE ELECTRONIC E
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will not 1. Low on fuel or oil. 1. Add fuel or oil. start 2. Ignition switch in "Off" 2. Turn to "ON" position position. 3. Faulty spark plug. 3. Replace spark plug. 4. Choke in wrong position. 4. Adjust choke accordingly. 5. Fuel shut-off valve in 5. Open fuel shut-off valve. closed position 6. Remove load from unit. 6. Unit loaded during start- up. 7. Spark plug wire loose. 7. Attach wire to spark plug. No electrical 1. Faulty receptacle. 1
