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Instruction
manual
Generators
T525
BS600
CTE300
BSV800
IMPORTANT
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SPECIFICATION MODEL CTE300 T525 BS600 BSV800 HORSE POWER 6.0 10 11 14 RATED/SURGE WATTS 3000/3750 5250/6500 6000/7250 8000/10000 VOLTAGE 120 120/240 120/240 120/240 AMPERAGE 25.0A 43.8/21.9A 50A/25A 66.6A/33.3A PHASE SINGLE SINGLE SINGLE SINGLE HERTZ 60 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz ENGINE SPEED 3600 RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM MAX. AMBIENT TEMP. 104° F 104° F 104° F 104° F FUEL CAPACITY 4 GALLON 7 GALLON 7 GALLON 7 GALLON RUN TIME @ 50%/100% 11.5/7.2HRS 10.4/7.0HRS 9.1/6.3 HRS 9.6/5.9 HRS This produc
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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 engine manufacturer.
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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 HAZARD derstand. This information relates to THAT WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR equipment. protecting YOUR SAFETY and PRE- LOSS OF LIFE. VENTING EQUIPMENT PROB- LEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use symbols to the right. Please read the manual and pay IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION - A Information that you shoul
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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 off position before transporting to oil leaks will damage carpet, paint or avoi
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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 po- Review and understand all of manner. tential for injury. Unsafe operation or the operating instructions and maintenance of your generator could warnings in this manual. lead to serious injury or death to you or Become familiar with the others. operation and controls of the generat
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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 tor components. gines exhaust components, could re- control surfaces of the generator. sult in serious burns. Keep children away from the gen- erator at all times. They may not be able to recognize the hazards of this product. RISK OF MOVING PARTS HAZARD
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ASSEMBLY TYPICAL INSTALLATION OF BATTERY (BS600 & BSV800) Read this manual. Do not attempt to operate Recommended Battery for Electric Start: 12V - 45 equipment until you have read this Manual for A H. or 210 CCA (Cold Cranking Amps) Safety, Operation, and Maintenance Instruc- Purchase battery and battery hardware separately, tions. not included with unit. NOTE: This manual is a general manual. Informa- tion in this manual may or may not pertain to your 1. Place battery in rack with termi
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For BSV800 1. Use of extension cords directly from the generator to the appliance, lights, tools, etc. 5. Remove the nut from the solenoid post and place one end of the positive (red) battery cable onto the 2. Use of a double-throw transfer switch installed post. Reassemble nut and tighten securely. See directly to the main electrical supply outside of Figures 5. house. Extension Cords Positive (+) Nut When using an appliance or tool at a considerable Battery Cable distance from the generator,
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OPERATION KNOW YOUR GENERATOR Read this General Manual and Safety Rules before operation of your Generator. Compare the illustration Always check engine oil level before every start. in your parts manual with your generator to familiarize Running engine low of oil or out of oil could yourself with the location of various controls and result in serious damage to the engine. adjustments. Save all manuals for future references. Follow the steps listed below before starting gen- erator: GENERATOR CA
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TO START THE ENGINE NOTE: When the engine starts the switch will (Recoil start/Pull start) remain in the RUN position. 4. When engine starts, gradually move the choke to the "NO Choke" position. IMPORTANT: Allow generator to run at no load for 5 Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poor minutes upon each initial start-up to allow engine and ventilated areas, engine exhaust contains generator to stabilize. carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. STOPPING ENGINE 1. Open the fuel shut-off
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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 6. Place rag over spark plug hole and pull the recoil a 30 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 prevent gum deposits from formin
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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 a
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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 voltage and amperage to wattage: not 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
