Porter-Cable D26779-028-0 - Manuals

6- ENG D26779 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...

7- ENG D26779 RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION(Continued) HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Improper raising or suspendingcan cause damage to thegenerator. Always use cables, chains, orstraps rated at 2000 lbs workingload or more to raise or suspendgenerator. Operation ofvoltagesensitive appli-ances ...

8- ENG D26779 HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT RISK OF MOVING PARTS Never operate generator withguarding or cover platesremoved. Avoid wearing loosefitting clothing or jewelry whichcould be caught by moving parts. The generator contains partswhich rot...

9- ENG D26779 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. REMOVE GENERATOR FROM CARTON • Open carton from top. • Cut carton...

10- ENG D26779 EXTENSION CORDS When using an appliance or tool at a considerable distance from the generator, a3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug and a 3-slot receptaclethat accepts the tool's plug MUST be used in order to reduce the risk of electrical shock. A cord of adequate ...

11- ENG D26779 OPERATION 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 familiarize yourself withthe location of various controls and adjustments. Save all manuals for future refer...

12- ENG D26779 TO START THE ENGINE Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poor ventilatedareas, engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. 1. Move the throttle control to the fast position. 2. Pull the choke control located on the engine into the "CHOKE" position....

13- ENG D26779 CONNECTING ELECTRICAL LOADS 1. Let engine run and warm up for five minutes after starting with no electricalload. Connect loads in the following manner to prevent damage to equipment: 2. Connect inductive load equipment first, inductive loads consist ofrefrigerators, freezers, water p...

14- ENG D26779 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...

15- ENG D26779 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...

16- ENG D26779 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...

17- ENG D26779 STARTING WATTAGE REQUIREMENTS 1. Some appliances and tools will list on the motor nameplate the startingand running voltage and amperage requirements. Use the followingformula to convert voltage and amperage to wattage: Volts X Amp = Watts Example: 120 volts x 10 amps = 1200 watts 2. ...

18- ENG D26779 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...

19- ENG D26779 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will notstart 1. Low on fuel or oil. 2. Faulty spark plug. 3. Choke in wrong position. 5. Unit loaded during start-up. 1. Add fuel or oil. 2. Replace spark plug. 3. Adjust choke accordingly. 5. Remove load from unit. 1. Faulty rece...

20- ENG D26779 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...