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Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions
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6500 WATT
PORTABLE
GENERATOR
5500 RATED WATTS
6500 MAX WATTS
• 420 cc Air Cooled OHV Gas
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SAFETY SETUP OPERATION MAINTENANCE Table of Contents Safety ......................................................... 2 Maintenance .............................................. 15 Setup .......................................................... 6 Parts List and Diagram .............................. 20 Specifications ............................................. 6 Warranty .................................................... 23 Operation .................................................... 9 W
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Set up Precautions (cont.) 9. Improper connections to a building electrical 10. Do not operate the Generator before grounding. system can allow electrical current from the The Generator must be earth-grounded generator to backfeed into the utility lines. in accordance with all relevant electrical Such backfeed may electrocute utility company codes and standards before operation. workers or others who contact the lines during a power outage, and the generator may explode, burn, or cause fire
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SAFETY SETUP OPERATION MAINTENANCE Operating Precautions (cont.) 16. Connect the Generator only to a load or 29. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and electrical system (120 volt or 240 volt) that is use common sense when operating this compatible with the electrical characteristics piece of equipment. Do not use this piece of and rated capacities of the Generator. equipment while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. 17. Insulate all connections and disconnected
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Service Precautions 1. Before service, maintenance, or cleaning: 8. Have the equipment serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. a. Unplug all devices from the generator. This will ensure that the safety of the equipment b. Turn the engine switch to its “OFF” position. is maintained. Do not attempt any service or maintenance procedures not explained in this c. Allow the engine to completely cool. manual or any procedures that you are uncertain d. Then,
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SAFETY SETUP OPERATION MAINTENANCE Functional Description Specifications 120/240V~, 60Hz Rated Output 5,500 Watts (6,500 max) Generator Two 3-Prong, duplex NEMA #5-15 120V Electrical Receptacle One 4-Prong, NEMA #L14-30 twistlock 120V/240V One DC Outlet 12VDC Displacement 420cc Engine Type Horizontal Single Cylinder 4 stroke OHV Cooling System Forced air cooled Type 87+ octane unleaded gasoline Fuel Capacity 6.6 Gallons (25L) Engine 10W-30 above 32° F Type SAE 5W-30 at 32° F or below Engine O
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Components and Controls (cont.) ON The following are descriptions of the controls OFF on the power panel. Your generator has sockets to power your products with circuit 3. Circuit Breakers: The circuit breaker protects the breakers to protect the voltage flow. Generator from overloading. The rating of the breaker and the load it protects are marked near the breaker. Should any of the Circuit Breakers trip, the Generator I will stop the electricity output. If this happens, unplug all l
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SAFETY SETUP OPERATION MAINTENANCE Initial Tool Set Up/Assembly Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual. TO PREVENT SERIOUS INjURY : Operate only with proper spark arrestor installed. Operation of this equipment may create spa
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Operating Instructions Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. Inspect tool before use, looking for damaged, loose, and missing parts. If any problems are found, do not use tool until repaired. Generator Pre-Start Checks Inspect engine and equipment, looking for 6. Thread the dipstick back in clockwise. damaged, loose, and missing parts before set CAUTION! Do not
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SAFETY SETUP OPERATION MAINTENANCE Using the Generator Before Starting the Generator Engine Before starting the engine: a. Follow the Set Up Instructions to prepare the Generator. b. Unplug all loads from the Generator. c. Inspect the Generator and engine. d. Fill the engine with the proper amount and type of both fuel and oil. Basic Generator Use Procedure - See following pages for specific instructions 1. Check that the generator can handle the wattage needed to power your products. 2. Start
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Starting the Engine 1. To start a cold engine, move the Choke to the CHOKE position. To restart a warm engine, leave the Choke in the RUN position. 2. Open the Fuel Valve. 3. Turn the Engine Switch to ON. I ON O 4. Grip the Starter Handle of the Engine loosely and pull it slowly several times to allow the gasoline to flow into the Engine’s carburetor. Then pull the Starter Handle gently until resistance is felt. Allow Cable to retract fully and th
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SAFETY SETUP OPERATION MAINTENANCE Connecting Electrical Loads Familiarize yourself with the engine controls, power panel and how to start the engine before using the generator. Calculate the wattage of the products you will use with the generator and verify that the generator can handle the total load. WARNING! Connect only properly wired plugs to the generator. A plug that is spliced onto a different cord may be hazardous. Only a qualified electrician should wire a plug onto a cord. C
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Calculating Total Wattage of Devices Used with the Generator Before using the Generator, check that the products you want to plug into the unit are below the rated and Wattage Estimate Charts maximum wattage ratings of the Generator. Use the Note: Wattages listed below are estimates for that Wattage Calculation Table below, and the watts listed type of equipment only. Check nameplate wattages on your products, to help calculate multiple on all loads before connecting to Generator. watta
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SAFETY SETUP OPERATION MAINTENANCE Stopping the Engine in an Emergency 1. To stop the engine in an emergency, turn the Engine Switch off. I NOTICE: Generator shut-off under load may damage O OFF the generator and attached equipment. Stopping the Engine Under Normal Conditions 1. Before turning off the Engine, turn off all electrical loads, then unplug them. 2. Turn the Engine Switch off. I O OFF 3. Close the Fuel Valve. For Pump technical quest
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User-Maintenance Instructions Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician. TO PREVENT SERIOUS INjURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION: Turn the Power Switch of the generator to its “OFF” position, wait for the engine to cool, and disconnect the spark plug cap before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures. TO PREVENT SERIOUS INjURY FROM EqUIPMENT FAILURE: Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise, vibration, or
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SAFETY SETUP OPERATION MAINTENANCE Checking and Filling Fuel Note: Do not use gasoline containing more than WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS 10% ethanol (E10). Do not use E85 ethanol. INjURY FROM FIRE: Fill the fuel tank in a well-ventilated area Note: Do not use gasoline that has been stored in a away from ignition sources. If the engine is metal fuel container or a dirty fuel container. It can hot from use, shut the engine off and wait cause particles to enter the carburetor, effecting
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Spark Plug Maintenance 1. Disconnect spark plug cap from end of plug. 4. When installing a new spark plug, adjust Clean out debris from around spark plug. the plug’s gap to the specification on the Specifications chart. Do not pry against the 2. Using a spark plug electrode, the spark plug can be damaged. Spark Plug wrench, remove the spark plug. 5. Install the new spark plug or the cleaned spark plug into the engine. Gasket-style: Finger-tighten until the 3. Inspect the spark plug:
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SAFETY SETUP OPERATION MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Probable Solutions Engine will not start FUEL RELATED: FUEL RELATED: 1. No fuel in tank or fuel valve closed. 1. Fill fuel tank and open fuel valve. 2. Choke not in CHOKE position, cold engine. 2. Move Choke to CHOKE position. 3. Gasoline with more than 10% ethanol used. 3. Clean out ethanol rich gasoline from fuel (E15, E20, E85, etc.) system. Replace components damaged by ethanol. Use fresh 87+ octane unleaded ga
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Troubleshooting (cont.) Problem Possible Causes Probable Solutions Engine misfires 1. Spark plug cap loose. 1. Check wire connections. 2. Incorrect spark plug gap or 2. Re-gap or replace spark plug. damaged spark plug. 3. Defective spark plug cap. 3. Replace spark plug cap. 4. Use only fresh 87+ octane unleaded gasoline. 4. Old or low quality gasoline. Do not use gasoline with more than 10% ethanol (E15, E20, E85, etc.). 5. Diagnose and repair compression. 5. Incorrect compression. (Use E
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SAFETY SETUP OPERATION MAINTENANCE Parts List and Diagram 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 MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIB
