Page 2 - spEcIFIcATIoNs; the Engine without oil WILL ruin the Engine and void the warranty.; sAvE ThIs MANUAl; place for future reference.
Page 2 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. spEcIFIcATIoNs Electrical Requirements 6500 Rated Watts (Rated) / 7000 Maximum Watts (Maximum) / 60 Hz / 3600 RPM output Receptacles: 2 NEMA 120V, Household Receptacles, with a 20 A Circuit Breaker 1 NEMA 120V, 3-Prong Twist Lock ...
Page 3 - GENERAl sAFETY RUlEs; READ AND UNDERsTAND All INsTRUcTIoNs; woRK AREA; Keep your work area clean and well lit.; pERsoNAl sAFETY; Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.; Tool Use And care; Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application.
Page 3 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. GENERAl sAFETY RUlEs wARNING! READ AND UNDERsTAND All INsTRUcTIoNs Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury. sAvE ThEsE INsTRUcTIoNs woRK AREA Keep your work area cl...
Page 4 - utility company or a qualified electrician.; for electrical shock.; Ac Applications
Page 4 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Do not use the power tool if the Engine switch does not turn it on or off. 2. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the Engine Switch is dangerous and must be replaced. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the Engine before makin...
Page 5 - sERvIcE; instructions in the; spEcIFIc sAFETY RUlEs; Maintain labels and nameplates on the Generator.
Page 5 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. If an appliance begins to operate abnormally, becomes sluggish or stops suddenly, 2. turn it off immediately. Disconnect the appliance, and determine whether the problem is the appliance, or if the rated load capacity of the gener...
Page 6 - ToXIc FUMEs, FIRE, AND EXplosIoN pREcAUTIoNs; This Generator is designed for outdoor use only. Do not operate the
Page 6 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Never leave the Generator unattended when it is running. 6. Turn off the Engine of the Generator before leaving the work area. Always use the Generator on a flat, level surface. 7. Make sure to keep hands, fingers, and feet away f...
Page 7 - MEchANIcAl pREcAUTIoNs; make sure the Engine Switch is in its “OFF” position.; Allow the Engine to; chEMIcAl pREcAUTIoNs; If; NoIsE pREcAUTIoN; prolonged exposure to high noise levels is hazardous to hearing.; Always; ElEcTRIcAl pREcAUTIoNs; codes and standards before operation.
Page 7 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. MEchANIcAl pREcAUTIoNs prior to performing service, maintenance, or cleaning procedures, always 1. make sure the Engine Switch is in its “OFF” position. Allow the Engine to completely cool. Then, remove the Spark Plug Wire from th...
Page 8 - REcoMMENDED MINIMUM wIRE GAUGE FoR EXTENsIoN coRDs*
Page 8 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. If an extension cord (not included) is used, make sure to use only UL® listed cords 3. having the correct gauge and length. (see Table A.) Do not attempt to connect or disconnect load connections while standing in water, 4. or on ...
Page 9 - UNpAcKING; al as soon as possible.; coNTRol pANEl FEATUREs; Used to start and stop the Engine. To start, insert the Engine; “START”; position. Then immediately; “OFF”; The Generator features three Outlet Sockets with
Page 9 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. UNpAcKING When unpacking, check to make sure all of the parts shown on the Parts List in this manual are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover (and at the b...
Page 10 - bATTERY INsTAllATIoN; wide
Page 10 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. 3-prong, duplex NEMA 120 volt outlet socket (8) - Qty 2 a. 3-prong, NEMA Twistlock, 120 volt outlet socket (10) b. 4-prong, NEMA Twistlock, 240/120 volt outlet socket (10b) c. wARNING! Connect tools and equipment only to the Outl...
Page 11 - FIGURE b; To ATTAch ThE whEEl AssEMblY; Generator about 6 to 8 inches off the floor surface.; INsTAllATIoN INsTRUcTIoNs
Page 11 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. to the Battery Guard Plate, using two Bolts with Lock Washers (46). (see Figure b.) bolT wITh locK wAshER (46) NEGATIvE bATTERY cAblE posITIvE bATTERY cAblE bATTERY GUARD plATE (44) bATTERY TRAY (48) bATTERY bRAcKET (47) 12 vDc b...
Page 12 - ground the Generator.; pRE-sTART INsTRUcTIoNs; Engine’s crankcase prior to its first use.; Before each use, check the oil level.; weight
Page 12 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. of heavy winds may require the placement of a barrier for protection. The air inlet, in normal weather conditions, should face the prevailing wind direction. Locate the Generator on a concrete slab or other area where rain draina...
Page 13 - ThIs GENERAToR hAs AN AUTo-shUTDowN oIl sENsoR. IF ENGINE sTops; Fuel Tank with
Page 13 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. To add engine oil, unscrew and remove the Oil Dipstick (65A). Pour engine oil into 3. the oil fill hole until the level of oil is even with the bottom edge of the oil fill hole (if you cannot see the oil through the oil fill hole...
Page 14 - Allow the Generator to run at no load for five minutes after each
Page 14 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. ThIs UNIT cAN powER ThE FollowING ITEMs Note: Wattages listed above are estimates. Check nameplate wattages on all loads before connecting to Generator. opERATING INsTRUcTIoNs Check to make sure the Engine Switch (2) is in its 1....
Page 15 - To coNNEcT ElEcTRIcAl loADs; void
Page 15 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. To coNNEcT ElEcTRIcAl loADs Start the Engine, and allow the Engine and Generator to run and warm up for five minutes 1. after starting with no electrical load. 2. wARNING! Connect 120 VAC appliances, tools, and equipment only to ...
Page 16 - Always make sure the Engine Switch (2) is in its ‘OFF” position and; GENERAToR MAINTENANcE; Keep the Generator clean and dry at all times.; ENGINE MAINTENANcE; After the first 5 to 8 hours of use:; Change the oil. Then, change the oil every 50 hours; FIGURE G
Page 16 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. When finished using the Generator, disconnect all electrical loads. Turn the Engine Switch 9. (2) to its “OFF” position to stop the Engine. Then, close the Engine Fuel Valve (41). (see Figures A and F.) Allow the Generator and it...
Page 17 - Service the Air Cleaner Element (19A) and Air Cleaner; After every 100 hours of use:; FIGURE h
Page 17 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. NoTE: 3. If the Engine will be run in temperatures above 32 degrees Fahrenheit, use sAE 30 weight oil. If the Engine will be run in temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, use sAE 5w-30 weight oil. To add engine oil, unscrew an...
Page 18 - Measure the electrode gap with a suitable gauge. The gap should be; when storing the Generator for extended periods:; Before storing, drain all fuel out; Then make; plEAsE READ ThE FollowING
Page 18 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Use a fine-grade sandpaper to clean off carbon build-up from the electrodes of the Spark 11. Plug (28A). Clean with compressed air to remove residue. (see Figure I.) Measure the electrode gap with a suitable gauge. The gap should...
Page 19 - TRoUblEshooTING
Page 19 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. TRoUblEshooTING
Page 20 - pARTs lIsT - GENERAToR; part
Page 20 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. pARTs lIsT - GENERAToR NoTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. part Description Qty. 1 Bolt w/Lock Washer (M6x12) 4 2 Engine Switch 1 3 Circui...
Page 21 - AssEMblY DIAGRAM - GENERAToR
Page 21 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. AssEMblY DIAGRAM - GENERAToR
Page 23 - available individually as replacement parts.; Record
Page 23 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. pARTs lIsT - ENGINE (coNT.) NoTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. Record product’s serial Number here: Note: If product has no serial number...
Page 24 - AssEMblY DIAGRAM -ENGINE
Page 24 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. AssEMblY DIAGRAM -ENGINE
Page 25 - wIRING DIAGRAM
Page 25 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. wIRING DIAGRAM
Page 26 - lIMITED 1 YEAR / 90 DAY wARRANTY; OTHER WARRANTIES, ExPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF
Page 26 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. lIMITED 1 YEAR / 90 DAY wARRANTY Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that for a period of ninety days from dat...
Page 27 - EMIssIoN coNTRol sYsTEM wARRANTY; United states Emission control Defects warranty statement
Page 27 SKU 66603 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. EMIssIoN coNTRol sYsTEM wARRANTY United states Emission control Defects warranty statement The United States Environmental Protection Agency (herein EPA) and Harbor Freight Tools (herein HFT) are pleased to explain the emission c...