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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Manuel de l’opérateur
Manual del operador
PORTABLE GENERATOR
Générateur portable
Generador portátil
RD8000 / RD80011
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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: Carbon Monoxide. Using a generator indoors WIll Wear sturdy and dry shoes or boots. Do not operate while KIll YOU IN MINUTES. barefoot. Generator exhaust contains high levels of carbon Do not operate generator when you are tired or under the monoxide (CO), a poisonous gas you cannot see or influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. smell. If you can smell the generator exhaust, yo
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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 wiring system: generator must be installed Do not allow the generator’s ga
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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 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 Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire Fire/Explosion or explosion can cause severe burns or death. To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with any hot Hot Surface surface. To reduce the risk of serious injury, avoid
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SyMBOLS FUEL WARNING No smoking when filling with gasoline. Do not overfill. Full level is 1 in. below the top of the fuel neck. Stop the engine for five minutes before refueling to avoid the heat from the muffler igniting fuel vapors. ENGINE LUBRICANT WARNING You must add lubricant before first operating the generator. The oil reservoir capacity is 1.1 qt. Always check the lubricant level before each operation. The lubricant level should always register between the hatched areas on the dips
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ELECTRICAL ELECTRIC MOTOR LOADS It is characteristic of common electric motors in normal operation to draw up to six times their running current while start- ing. This table may be used to estimate the watts required to start “Code G” electric motors; however, if an electric motor fails to start or reach running speed, turn off the appliance or tool immediately to avoid equipment damage. Always check the requirements of the tool or appliance being used compared to the rated output of the gener
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ELECTRICAL 1. With nothing connected to the generator, start the engine GENERATOR CAPACITy as described later in this manual. Make sure the generator can supply enough continuous (run- 2. Plug in and turn on the first load, preferably the largest ning) and surge (starting) watts for the items you will power load you have. at the same time. Follow these simple steps. 3. Permit the generator output to stabilize (engine runs 1. Select the items you will power at the same time. smoothly and atta
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FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE GENERATOR Engine Type .......................................... Subaru, EX40 OHC Rated Voltage .....................................................120V/240V Bore x Stroke .............................................89 mm x 65 mm Rated Amps .................................................. 66.7 A / 33.3A Rated Output ..........................................................8,000 W Cooling System ...................................................Forced
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ASSEMBLy WARNING: WARNING: If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate Do not attempt to operate the generator until this product until the parts are replaced. Use of assembly is complete. Failure to comply could this product with damaged or missing parts could result in possible serious personal injury. result in serious personal injury. LOOSE PARTS LIST See Figure 4. WARNING: The following items are included with the generator: Do not attempt to modify this product or create Ke
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ASSEMBLy Raise the handle end of the generator high enough to gain access to the frame bottom; securely position props WARNING: underneath to support. Keep metal objects away from the battery terminals. Metal objects can make a connection Insert an axle through the center of the wheel. from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery Place a washer on the axle, then slide the axle through terminals together may cause sparks, burns, or the bracket on the frame. a fire. Slid
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OPERATION APPLICATIONS DANGER: This generator is designed to supply electrical power for Carbon Monoxide. Using a generator indoors operating compatible electrical lighting, appliances, tools, WIll KIll YOU IN MINUTES. Generator exhaust and motor loads. contains high levels of carbon monoxide (CO), a poisonous gas you cannot see or smell. If you can BEFORE OPERATING THE UNIT smell the generator exhaust, you are breathing CO. Only use OUTSIDE and far away from windows, doors, But even i
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OPERATION resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more CHECKING/ADDING FUEL than the percentages of oxygenates stated previously are See Figure 13. not covered under warranty. Remove the fuel cap. Fill the fuel tank to 1 in. below the top of the fuel neck. CAUTION: Replace and secure the fuel cap. On a level surface with the engine off, check the NOTE: Always use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane lubricant level before each use of the generator. rating of 86 or
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OPERATION ™ Reading GenSmart Monitoring System MOVING THE GENERATOR At startup, the unit will display a message instructing the See Figure 17. operator to read and understand the operator’s manual Turn the off switch OFF ( O ). Disconnect any equipment before using this product. that is plugged into the generator. While the generator is running, the panel will display a Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position. power bar, load percentage, and total hours the unit has Allow 30 minutes
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OPERATION STARTING THE ENGINE STOPPING THE ENGINE See Figure 20. See Figure 20. NOTE: If location of generator is not level, the unit may not To stop the engine under normal operating conditions: start or may shut down during operation. Remove any load from the generator. Unplug all loads from the generator. Turn the switch key to “OFF”or press and hold the off Turn the fuel valve to the ON position. switch until the engine stops. Move the choke lever right to the START position.
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MAINTENANCE Apply a light coat of engine lubricant to the element, then squeeze it out. WARNING: When servicing, use only identical RIDGID Replace the element in the air filter unit. replacement parts. Use of any other parts may Replace the air filter cover and latch to secure. create a hazard or cause product damage. NOTE: Do not run the generator without the air filter. Rapid engine wear will result. Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be repaired or replaced b
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MAINTENANCE Turn the fuel valve to the ON position. CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND MUFFLER For better fuel drainage, please tilt the unit toward the fuel petcock slightly (approximately 1 in.). Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and amount of lubricant used, and/or your operating conditions, the exhaust When the fuel has drained from the tank, close the fuel port and muffler may become blocked with carbon deposits. valve and reinstall fuel line securely on petcock. If yo
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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.
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Engine will not start. The engine switch key is on OFF. Turn the engine switch key to ON. No fuel. Fill fuel tank. lubricant level is low. Check engine lubricant level and fill, if necessary. Fuel valve is OFF. Turn fuel valve ON. Spark plug faulty, fouled, or improperly Replace spark plug. gapped. Choke lever is in RUN position. Move choke lever to START position. Engine stored without treating or Drain fuel and carburetor. Refuel with drain
