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Instruction
manual
Generator
Model
T550
IMPORTANT
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SPECIFICATION MODEL T550 HORSE POWER 10 RATED/SURGE WATTS 5500/6875 VOLTAGE 120/240 AMPERAGE 45.8/22.9 PHASE SINGLE HERTZ 60 Hz ENGINE SPEED 3600 RPM MAX. AMBIENT TEMP. 104° F FUEL CAPACITY 7 GALLON RUN TIME @ 50%/100% 10.4/7.0HRS This product is not equipped with a spark arresting muffler. If the product will be used around flammable materials, or on land covered with materials such as agricultural crops, forest, brush, grass, or other similar items, then an approved spark arrester must be i
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WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY PORTER-CABLE CORPORATION warrants to the original purchaser that each new electric generator and service part is free from defects in material and workmanship, and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any defective product or part as follows from the original date of purchase. 2 YEARS – Limited warranty on electric generator alternators and 1 year limited warranty on all other parts. 90 Days – Service parts Engine warranties are the responsibility of the engi
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SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS This manual contains information that is important for you to know and un- Information for preventing damage to URGENT SAFETY INFORMATION - A HAZ- derstand. This information relates to ARD THAT WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY equipment. protecting YOUR SAFETY and PRE- OR LOSS OF LIFE. VENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this informa- tion, we use symbols to the right. Please read the manual and pay at- IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION - A Information that you
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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, Water is an excellent conductor of Operate generator in a clean, dry, wet, icy, or flooded conditions. electricity! Water which comes in well ventilated area. Make sure contact with electrically charged hands are dry before touching unit. components can transmit electricity to the frame and other surfaces, resu
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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 Gasoline and gasoline vapors can Turn engine off and allow it to cool the 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 from guisher certified to handle gasoline an electrical spark.
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READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. Risk of Injury and Property Damage When Transporting Generator HAZARD WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Fire, Inhalation, Damage to Vehicle Fuel or oil can leak or spill and could If generator is equipped with a fuel Surfaces result in fire or breathing hazard, seri- shut-off valve, turn the valve to the ous injury or death can result. Fuel or oil off position before transporting to leaks will damage carpet, paint or othe
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READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION HAZARD WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Operation of generator in careless All sources of energy include the poten- Review and understand all of manner. tial for injury. Unsafe operation or main- the operating instructions and tenance of your generator could lead to warnings in this manual. serious injury or death to you or others. Become familiar with the operation and controls of the gener
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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 genera- Contact with hot surfaces, such as en- During operation, touch only the con- tor 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
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ASSEMBLY OBTAINING ELECTRICITY FROM THE GENERATOR Read this manual. Do not attempt to operate
equipment until you have read this Manual for Safety, Operation, and Maintenance Instruc- tions. 1. Use of extension cords directly from the generator NOTE: This manual is a general manual. Informa- to the appliance, lights, tools, etc. tion in this manual may or may not pertain to your 2. Use of a double-throw transfer switch instal
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OPERATION Double Throw Transfer Switch LOW OIL SHUTDOWN Your generator engine is equipped with Low Oil Shut- down. Low Oil Shutdown is a safety device designed to protect your engine from damage in the event the oil Potential hazards exist when a portable electric level in the crankcase is low. generator is connected to the main electrical supply coming into the house. It is at that point If while the engine is running, the oil gets low, it will that the electrical generator could feed back int
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NOTE: IF ENGINE OIL LEVEL IS TOO LOW, ENGINE WILL NOT START. CHECK OIL LEVEL AND ADD IF NECESSARY. Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poor 5. When engine starts, gradually move the choke to ventilated areas, engine exhaust contains the "RUN" position. carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. IMPORTANT: Allow generator to run at no load for 5 3. Make sure generator is grounded in accordance minutes upon each initial start-up to allow engine and with local requirements. generator to st
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MAINTENANCE CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TABLE Before each Every 25 Every 50 Every 100 use Hours of Every Hours of Every Hours of Every Season Season Season MAINTENANCE TASK Check oil level X See Note 2 Change oil See Note 1 Clean Air Filter Assembly X Check Spark Plug X Prepare Unit for Storage Prepare unit for storage if it is to remain 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 dus
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STORAGE If you are going to store your generator for more than 30 6. Place rag over spark plug hole and pull the recoil a days, use the following information as a guide to few times to lubricate the combustion chamber. prepare the generator for storage. 7. Replace the spark plug, but do not connect the spark plug wire. NOTE: If a fuel stabilizer is not used, all gasoline must be drained from the tank and carburetor to Never store generator with fuel in the tank indoors prevent gum deposits fro
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WATTAGE CALCULATIONS IMPORTANT
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WATTAGE CALCULATIONS 2. To determine the approximate starting wattage STARTING WATTAGE REQUIREMENTS requirement for most appliances and tools with 1. Some appliances and tools will list on the motor name inductive type motors, multiply the wattage that was plate the starting and running voltage and amperage calculated by 2 to 4 times to assure adequate requirements. Use the following formula to convert generator capacity. If the nameplate information is not voltage and amperage to wattage: avail
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WATTAGE CALCULATIONS HOUSEHOLD WATTAGE CALCULATOR DEVICES WITH HIGH STARTING (INDUCTIVE)LOADS APPLIANCE OR TYPICAL DEVICE LOAD DEVICE* WATTAGE** RUN WATTS TIMES (X) START FACTOR TOTAL REFRIGERATOR/ = x = 800 3 2400 FREEZER = x = 600 3 SMALL REFRIGERATOR 1800 2400 3 AIR COND.(ROOM) x = = 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 x 2000 = = HOT PLATE 1500 CAUTION !! = = TELEVISION 300 CAUTION !! DO NOT CONNECT VOLTAGE S
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will not start 1. Low on fuel or oil. 1. Add fuel or oil. 2. Ignition switch in "Off" position. 2. Turn to "ON" position 3. Faulty spark plug. 3. Replace spark plug. 4. Choke in wrong position. 4. Adjust choke accordingly. 5. Fuel shut-off valve in closed 5. Open fuel shut-off valve. position. 6. Unit loaded during start-up. 6. Remove load from unit. 7. Spark plug wire loose. 7. Attach wire to spark plug. No electrical output 1. Faulty recep
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Generator Quick Facts CALL 1-888-559-8550 TO FIND A LOCAL AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER NEAR YOU FOR REPAIRS AND SERVICE PART PURCHASES ENGINE Use clean, fresh gasoline with a minimum 87 octane rating. Do not add gasoline GAS during or immediately after use. Refer to engine owner's manual for oil recommendations. ENGINE OIL Most generators are equipped with a low-oil shutdown. If the oil is low or if the Generator is not level, the engine will not start. Make wattage calculations before u
