Porter-Cable D27243-028-0 - Manuals

6- ENG D27243 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 D27243 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 D27243 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 D27243 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 carto...

10- ENG D27243 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 D27243 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 D27243 12V DC OUTLET IMPORTANT: Allow generator to run at no load for 5 minutes upon each initial start-up to allow engine to stabilize. IMPORTANT: When the unit is running the battery will charge. DO NOTconnect the 12V DC cables to the generator’s battery. To charge battery: 1. Using the 12...

13- ENG D27243 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 on tank and engine. 2. Move the choke control located on the engine to "CHOKE" position. NOTE...

14- ENG D27243 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 pu...

15- ENG D27243 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...

16- ENG D27243 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...

17- ENG D27243 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...

18- ENG D27243 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. ...

19- ENG D27243 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...

20- ENG D27243 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...

21- ENG D27243 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...

22- ENG D27243 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...