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5500 RATED WATTS/6500 MAX. WATTS
PORTABLE GENERATOR
56088
SET uP, OPERATiNG, AND SERviciNG iNSTRucTiONS
using a generator indoors cAN KiLL YOu iN
MiNuTES.
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide.
This is a poison you cannot see or smell.
NEvER use inside
Only use OuTSiDE
a home or garage,
and far away from
EvEN iF doors and
windows, doors, and
windows are open.
vents.
cAuTiON!
Your Warranty is voided if:
You do not put engine oil in the Engine’s crankcase prior to its first use.
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SPEciFicATiONS Electrical Alternator Type: 2-Pole, Single Phase Specifications Output Frequency: 60 Hz Output: 5,500 Rated Watts / 6,500 Max. Watts AC Receptacles: 4 NEMA 120V, 20 Amp grounded receptacles 1 NEMA 240V 4 Prong, 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 13 HP / 4-Cy
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3. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool. Dis- tractions 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 loos
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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. 7. cAuTiON: This generator is not intended to power sensitive electronic equip - ment* without the addition of an appropriate line conditioner and surge pro- tector (both not included). Sensitive electronic equipment should be operated on approved inverter type generators or pure sine wave generators. If the plugged
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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 manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury. SPEciFic SAFETY RuLES AND PREcAuTiONS 1. Your Wa
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FiRE AND EXPLOSiON PREcAuTiONS 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 areas clean at all times. 3. When spills of fuel or oil occur, they must be cleaned up immediately. Dis- pose of fluids and cleaning materials as per any local, state, or federal codes and regulations. Store oil rags in a covered meta
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NOiSE PREcAuTiON Prolonged exposure to high noise levels is hazardous to hearing. Wear hearing protection when operating or working around the Generator when it is running. ELEcTRicAL PREcAuTiONS 1. All connections and conduits from the Generator to the load must only be installed by trained and licensed electricians, and in compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal electrical codes and standards, and other regulations where applicable. 2. The Generator must be earth-grounded i
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REcOMMENDED MiNiMuM WiRE GAuGE FOR EXTENSiON cORDS* (120 OR 240 vOLT) 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. PREcAuTiONS 1. WARNiNG! People with pacemakers should consul
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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 iNSTRucTiONS cAuTiON! Make sure Engine’s Ignition (2) is in its “OFF” position prior to per- forming any service, maintenance, or cleaning of Generator or Engine. Always wear ANSI- approved safety impact eye goggles when assemblin
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4. Connect the end of the Positive Battery Cable (63) to the Battery’s positive (+) ter- minal. Then connect the Negative Battery Cable (64) to the Battery’s negative (–) terminal. (See Figure A.) iNSTALLATiON iNSTRucTiONS 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-
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Grounding The Generator: GROuNDiNG TERMiNAL (9) #6 AWG GROuNDiNG WiRE (NOT iNcLuDED) GROuNDiNG ROD (NOT iNcLuDED) FiGuRE B 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 c 4. 120 volt Ac circuit Breakers (3): Each of the four 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 c.) 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 Gen- erator 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 neces- sary, unplug all electrical loads from the Generator, replace with a new Fuse, and reattach a reduced load to the generator. (See Figure c.) 9. Power-On Light (10):
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If the Engine will be run in temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, use SAE 5W-30 weight oil. (See Figure D, prior page.) 3. To do so, unscrew and remove the Oil Dipstick (65A). Pour engine oil into the oil fill hole until the level of oil is even with the bottom edge of the oil fill hole (if you cannot see the oil through the oil fill hole, then the oil is too low and more oil must be added). (See Figure D.) 4. Make sure to screw the Oil Dipstick (65A) firmly back into its Dipstick H
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OPERATiNG iNSTRucTiONS 1. Check to make sure the Engine Ignition (2) is in its “OFF” position. (See Figure c.) 2. cAuTiON! Make sure to unplug any load from the Generator before starting to prevent permanent damage to any appliances, tools, or equipment. 3. cAuTiON! Engine oil MuST be added to the Engine’s crankcase prior to start - ing and running the Engine. Failure to add oil will damage the Engine and void its warranty. (See pages 13 and 14, and Figure D.) 4. Before the first use, the
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3. To start the Engine manually, using the Starter Handle (41A) and Starter Rope (40A), insert the Ignition Key (65) and turn the Engine Ignition (2) to its “RuN” po- sition. Grasp the Starter Handle (41A) on the Starter Rope (40A) and pull slowly until resistance is felt. Allow the Rope to rewind slowly. Then, pull the Handle with a rapid, full arm stroke. Allow the Rope to rewind slowly. If necessary, repeat this procedure until the Engine starts. 4. When the Engine starts, slowly mov
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c. Voltage sensitive appliances, tools, and equipment should be the last to be con- nected to the Generator and the first to be disconnected. Plug voltage sensitive items such as T.V.’s, VCR’s, microwaves, and cordless telephones into a UL listed voltage surge protector (not included). Then, connect the UL Listed surge protector into the Generator. 8. cAuTiON! Failure to connect and operate appliances, tools, and equipment in this sequence can cause damage to the Generator, appliances, to
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PLuG (59A) OiL DiPSTicK (65A) FiGuRE F 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 10W-30 weight oil. If the Engine wil
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and 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 G.) c. After every 100 hours of use: Replace the Spark Plug (28A). To do so, remove the Spark Plug Wire (36A). Use the accesso
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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
