Table of Contents
Portable Generator System
Introduction ............................................................. 1
Read this Manual Thoroughly ................................. 1
Safety Rules ........................................................... 2
Standards Index .............................................................3
Section 1 – General Information ............................. 4
1.1 Unpacking ......................................................................4
1.1.1 Accessory Box ..................................................4
1.2 Assembly .......................................................................4
1.2.1 Assembling the Accessory Kit............................4
1.2.2 Starter Connection (Electric Start Only) ..............4
Section 2 – Operation ............................................. 5
2.1 Know the Generator .......................................................5
2.2 Hourmeter ......................................................................6
2.3 Cord Sets and Connection Plugs ....................................6
2.3.1 120 VAC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacle ...............6
2.3.2 120/240 VAC, 30 Amp, Receptacle ....................6
2.4 How to Use the Generator ..............................................6
2.4.1 Grounding the Generator ....................................6
2.4.2 Connecting Electrical Loads ...............................7
2.5 Don’t Overload the Generator ..........................................7
2.6 Wattage Reference Guide ...............................................7
2.7 Before Starting the Generator .........................................8
2.7.1 Adding Engine Oil ..............................................8
2.7.2 Adding Gasoline .................................................8
2.8 Starting Pull Start Engines ..............................................9
2.9 Starting Electric Start Engines ........................................9
2.10 Stopping the Engine .....................................................10
2.11 Low Oil Level Shutdown System ..................................10
2.10.1 Sensing Low Oil Level ......................................10
2.12 Charging a Battery (Electric Start Units Only) ...............10
Section 3 – Maintenance ...................................... 11
3.1 Maintenance Schedule .................................................11
3.2 Product Specifications ..................................................11
3.2.1 Generator Specifications ..................................11
3.2.2 Engine Specifications .......................................11
3.3 General Recommendations ...........................................11
3.3.1 Generator Maintenance ....................................11
3.3.2 To Clean the Generator .....................................11
3.3.3 Engine Maintenance .........................................12
3.3.4 Checking Oil Level ...........................................12
3.3.5 Changing the Oil ..............................................12
3.3.6 Replacing the Spark Plug .................................12
3.3.7 Replacing the Battery .......................................12
3.4 Service Air Cleaner .......................................................13
3.5 Clean Spark Arrestor Screen.........................................13
3.6 Adjusting Valve Clearance ............................................13
3.7 Long Term Storage .......................................................14
3.8 Other Storage Tips .......................................................14
Section 4 – Troubleshooting ................................. 15
4.1 Troubleshooting Guide ..................................................15
Section 5 – Notes ................................................. 16
Section 6 – Warranty ............................................ 18
Manual del propietario ......................................... 19
Manuel d'entretien ............................................... 37