Porter-Cable BSI550 - Manuals

5 — ENG READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. Use of worn, damaged, under-sized or ungrounded extensioncords. Placing generator on or againsthighly conductive surface, such asa steel walkway or metal roof. Improper connection of items togenerator. Operation of unit...

6 — ENG READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. RISK OF FIRE Inadequate ventilation for generator Use care in filling the tank to avoidspilling fuel. Make sure fuel cap issecured tightly and check enginefor fuel leaks before startingengine. Move generator awayfrom re...

7 — ENG READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. RISK OF BREATHING - INHALATION HAZARD Operate generator in clean, dry,well ventilated area. Never operateunit in enclosed areas such asgarages, basements, storage,sheds, or in any location occupiedby humans or animals. ...

8 — ENG READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. • Review and understand all ofthe operating instructions andwarnings in this manual. • Become familiar with the oper-ation and controls of the gen-erator. Know how to shut it offquickly. • Equip area of operation with a...

9 — ENG RISK FROM LIFTING HAZARD HOW TO PREVENT IT WHAT COULD HAPPEN The generator is too heavy to belifted by one person. Obtain assis-tance from others before you tryto move it. Serious injury can result from attempt-ing to lift too heavy an object. Lifting a very heavy object. READ AND UNDERSTAND...

10 — ENG Extension Cord Wire Gauge Chart Amperage *Up to 20 amp draw Up to 30 amp draw Cord Length 0 to 100 ft. 0 to 100 ft. Wire Gauge Size 12 ga. 10 ga. *NOTE: When amperage exceeds 20 amps; a 12 gauge extension cord should not be used for long dis-tances. Extension Cords When using an appliance o...

11 — ENG OPERATION KNOW YOUR GENERATOR Read this General Manual and Safety Rules beforeoperation of your Generator. Compare the illustration in your parts manual with your generator to familiarizeyourself with the location of various controls and ad-justments. Save all manuals for future references....

12 — ENG TO START THE ENGINE Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorventilated areas, engine exhaust contains car-bon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. 1. Open the fuel shut-off valve. 2. Move the choke control located on the engine to the “Choke” position. NOTE: No choke is required on wa...

13 — ENG MAINTENANCE GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty of the generator does not cover itemsthat have been subjected to operator abuse or negli-gence. To receive full value from the warranty, operatormust maintain the generator as instructed in this manu-al. ENGINE MAINTENANCE Refer to the Engine...

14 — ENG Never exceed the rated capacity of your generator. Serious damage to the generator or appliance couldresult 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...

15 — ENG STARTING WATTAGE REQUIREMENTS 1. Some appliances and tools will list on the motorname plate the starting and running voltage andamperage requirements. Use the following formula toconvert voltage and amperage to wattage: Volts X Amp = Watts 120 volts x 10 amps = 1200 watts 2. To determine th...

16 — ENG HOUSEHOLD WATTAGE CALCULATOR WATTAGE CALCULATIONS 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 BUL...

17 — ENG PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Engine will not start No electrical output Repeated circuit breakertripping Generator overheating 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 in c...

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