Page 2 - CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION; SAFETY GUIDELINES / DEFINITIONS; RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE
2- ENG D28469 Read Operators Manual. Do not operate equipment until you have read operators Manual for Safety, Assembly, Operation, and Maintenance Instructions. This product may not be equipped with a spark arresting muffler. If theproduct is not equipped and will be used around flammable materials...
Page 3 - WILL VOID
3- ENG D28469 Attempting to connect to the in-coming utility service could resultin electrocution.Restoration of electrical servicewhile the generator is connectedto the incoming utility couldresult in a fire or serious damageif an isolator switch is notinstalled.Failure to use a double throwtransfe...
Page 6 - RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION
6- ENG D28469 RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Operation ofgenerator incareless manner All sources of energy include thepotential for injury. Unsafeoperation or maintenance of yourgenerator could lead to seriousinjury or death to you or others. • Review and understan...
Page 8 - SPECIFICATIONS; MODEL; CONSUMER GENERAL AND SERVICE INFORMATION; Read and understand all safety warnings.
8- ENG D28469 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL H1000IS HORSE POWER 20 RATED/SURGE WATTS 10000/19500 VOLTAGE 120/240V AMPERAGE 83.3 A41.7 A PHASE SINGLE HERTZ 60 Hz ENGINE SPEED 3600 RPM MAX. AMBIENT TEMP. 104° F FUEL CAPACITY 7 GALLON RUN TIME @ 50%/100% 9.9/4.9 HOURS CONSUMER GENERAL AND SERVICE INFORMATION • ...
Page 9 - ASSEMBLY; Maintenance Instructions.; UNPACKING; Discard all packaging.; Wire Tie; ASSEMBLE WHEEL KIT
9- ENG D28469 NOTE: This manual is a general manual. Information in this manual may ormay not pertain to your model. Please read carefully. NOTE: Left and right describes the location of a part with the operatorfacing the outlet panel. ASSEMBLY Read this manual. Do not attempt to operate equipmentun...
Page 10 - Gas Tank
10- ENG D28469 1. Lift the gas tank end of generatorand slide 2x4 between generatorand pallet as shown. The generator is tooheavy to be lifted by one person. Obtain assistance fromothers before lifting. 2. Place handle grips on handle assemblies. 3. Place one 5/8” washer into the bottom ofeach end c...
Page 11 - without the hole; Cap screws
11- ENG D28469 5. Lift generator and remove 2x4. 6. Lift other end of generator andplace two 2x4s between generatorand pallet as shown. 7. On the muffler side of the engine, remove cap screwsand flange nuts holding the heat shield to the frame.Reassemble cap screws, heat shield, wheel bracket,and fl...
Page 12 - ASSEMBLE SKYHOOK
12- ENG D28469 ASSEMBLE SKYHOOK Tools needed: 1 - 1/2” socket or open end wrench1 - 3/8" socket1 - Torque wrench Parts bag contains: 1 - Skyhook 2 - Upper brackets4 - Bolts, 5/16-18 x 7/8”4 - Lockwashers, 5/16”4 - Nuts, Whizlock 5/16” 1. Close fuel shut-off valve on tankby turning clockwise unti...
Page 14 - GROUNDING THE GENERATOR; Grounding Lug; BATTERY INSTALLATION
14- ENG D28469 GROUNDING THE GENERATOR A grounding lug is supplied with the generator for usewhen required by local electrical ordinances. Refer toarticle 250 of the National Electrical Code to clarify anyneeded grounding information. Your local electric companyor a certified electrician should be a...
Page 15 - section in this manual.; OBTAINING ELECTRICITY FROM THE GENERATOR
15- ENG D28469 EXTENSION CORDS When using an appliance or tool at aconsiderable distance from the generator,a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug and a 3-slot recep-tacle that accepts the tool's plug MUSTbe used in order to reduce the risk ofelectrical shock. A cord of adequate s...
Page 16 - Wattage Calculation; CIRCUIT BREAKERS; OPERATION; OTHER LOOSE PARTS
16- ENG D28469 IMPORTANT: Before any attempt to start your generator be sure to check engine oil (See Engine Operator's manual) KNOW YOUR GENERATOR Read this General Manual and Safety Rules before operation of your Generator. Compare the illustration in your parts manual with your generator to famil...
Page 17 - IDLE CONTROL; Choose the correct application.; Place the idle control switch in the OFF position.; BEFORE START UP; Follow the steps listed below before starting generator:; spillage from engine and equipment before starting engine.
17- ENG D28469 IDLE CONTROL Choose the correct application. 1. For normal application such as power tools, small electric appliances, lightbulbs, and radios: Place the idle control switch in the ON position. The generatorwill idle down when there is no load. This lowers the enginenoise, saves on fue...
Page 18 - TO START THE ENGINE; odorless and deadly gas.; STOPPING ENGINE; lation
18- ENG D28469 TO START THE ENGINE Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poor ventilatedareas, engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. 1. Open the fuel shut-off valve. 2. Move the choke control located on the engine to "CHOKE" position. A cold engine may requi...
Page 19 - Make sure the generator is in a
19- ENG D28469 4. Voltage sensitive equipment should be the last equipment connected to thegenerator. Plug voltage sensitive appliances such at TV's, VCR's, micro-waves, ovens, computers, and cordless telephones into a UL listed voltagesurge protector, then connect the UL listed voltage surge protec...
Page 20 - CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TABLE; MAINTENANCE TASK; MAINTENANCE; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
20- ENG D28469 Note 1: Change oil after first two (2) operating hours and every 50 operating hours thereafter, more often if operated in extreme dusty or dirty conditions. Note 2: Check oil after 5 hours of operation. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TABLE MAINTENANCE TASK Before each use Every 25 Hours of...
Page 21 - Maintenance; BATTERY; NOTE; STORAGE
21- ENG D28469 If you are going to store your generator for more than 30 days, use thefollowing information as a guide to prepare the generator for storage. Never store generator with fuel in the tank indoors or inenclosed, poorly ventilated areas, where fumes can reach an open flame, spark or pilot...
Page 22 - WATTAGE CALCULATIONS; IMPORTANT; TOTAL
22- ENG D28469 WATTAGE CALCULATIONS Never exceed the rated capacity of your generator. Serious damage to thegenerator 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 to...
Page 23 - STARTING WATTAGE REQUIREMENTS; a 100 watt light bulb requires only 100 watts to start.); will; be listed in wattage.; Application Guide
23- ENG D28469 3. The running wattage of examples 1 & 2 totals 1150 watts. The startingwattage of the small refrigerator is 2000 watts which is 1500 watts morethan the running watts. Take this difference of 1500 starting watts from therefrigerator and add to the total running watts of 1150. Exam...
Page 24 - HOUSEHOLD WATTAGE CALCULATOR
24- ENG D28469 APPLIANCE OR LOAD DEVICE* REFRIGERATOR/ FREEZER 800 SMALL REFRIGERATOR AIR COND.(ROOM) SUMP PUMP 1/2 HP 600 TELEVISION CAUTION !! HOT PLATE MICROWAVE SPACE HEATER 2400 1000 3 2 LIGHTING 60 WATT BULBS 75 WATT BULBS 100 WATT BULBS 300 WATT BULBS ELECTRIC LOAD GRAND TOTAL THIS TOTAL MUST...
Page 25 - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE; PROBLEM; No auto idle
25- ENG D28469 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will notstart 1. Low on fuel or oil. 2. Ignition switch in "Off"position. 3. Faulty spark plug. 4. Choke in wrong position. 5. Fuel shut-off valve inclosed position 6. Unit loaded during start-up. 1. Add fuel or oil. 2. Tur...
Page 26 - LIMITED WARRANTY
26- ENG D28469 LIMITED WARRANTY PORTER-CABLE CORPORATION warrants to the original purchaser that all products covered under this warranty are free from defects in material and workmanship. Products covered under this warranty include aircompressors, air tools, service parts, pressure washers, and ge...
Page 27 - NOTES
Page 28 - QUICK FACTS
28- ENG D28469 QUICK FACTS ALWAYS REFER TO THE MANUALS SUPPLIED WITH THIS UNIT ENGINE GAS ENGINE OIL WATTAGE WIRING BATTERY VOLT REG. ENGINE STORAGE OPERATION Use clean, fresh gasoline with a minimum 87 octane rating. Donot add gasoline during or immediately after use. Refer to engine owner's manual...