Homelite HG5000 Portable Generator User Manual


 
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE
Engine Type .......................................................389cc OHV
Cooling System ...................................................Forced Air
Starting System .........................................................Recoil
Ignition System ..............................................................TMI
Spark Plug .................................................Champion F7TC
Engine Lubricant Volume.........................................1.16 qt.
Fuel Volume ............................................................. 6.6 gal.
FEATURES
GENERATOR
Rated Voltage .....................................................120V/240V
Rated Amps ........................................................41.6/20.8A
Running Output ......................................................5,000 W
Starting Output .......................................................6,250 W
Rated Frequency ........................................................60 Hz
DIMENSIONS
Length ........................................................................ 31 in.
Width .......................................................................... 26 in.
Height ......................................................................... 24 in.
Weight ................................................................. 167.6 lbs.
KNOW YOUR GENERATOR
See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the
information on the product and in this operator’s manual as
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.
AC CIRCUIT BREAKERS
The circuit breakers are provided to protect the generator
against electrical overload. The circuit breaker may be reset
by lifting the circuit breaker reset lever.
AIR FILTER
The air filter helps to limit the amount of dirt and dust drawn
into the unit during operation.
CHOKE LEVER
The choke lever is used when starting the engine.
FUEL TANK
The fuel tank has a capacity of 6.6 gallons.
FUEL VALVE
The flow of fuel through the generator is controlled by the
position of the fuel valve.
GROUND TERMINAL
The ground terminal is used to assist in properly ground-
ing the generator to help protect against electrical shock.
Consult with a local electrician for grounding requirements
in your area.
MULTIFUNCTIONAL DIGITAL DISPLAY
The multifunctional digital display indicates voltage, frequen-
cy, and hours of operation for the current usage period.
OIL CAP
Remove the oil fill cap to check and add lubricant to the
generator when necessary.
OIL DRAINAGE BOLT
When changing the engine lubricant, the oil drainage bolt is
loosened to allow old engine lubricant to be drained.
RECEPTACLES
Your generator has the following single phase, 60 Hz outlets:
two 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp duplex receptacles, and one
120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp twist-lock receptacle. These can
be used for operating appropriate appliances, electrical
lighting, tools, and motor loads.
RECOIL STARTER GRIP
The recoil starter grip is used (along with the engine switch)
to start the generator’s engine.