Porter-Cable H1000 - Manuals

5 — ENG READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE (cont’d) HAZARD HOW TO PREVENT IT WHAT COULD HAPPEN Operation of generator in rain, wet,icy, or flooded conditions. Water is an excellent conductor ofelectricity! Water which comes inconta...

6 — ENG READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. RISK OF FIRE HAZARD HOW TO PREVENT IT WHAT COULD HAPPEN Attempting to fill the fuel tank whilethe engine is running. Sparks, fire, hot objects Improper storage of fuel Inadequate ventilation for genera-tor Tampering wit...

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 HAZARD HOW TO PREVENT IT WHAT COULD HAPPEN During operation, touch only the con-trol surfaces of the generator. Keepchildren away from the generator at alltimes. They may not be able to recog-nize the hazards of this product. Contact with hot surfaces, such as en-gines exhaust components, co...

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 try tomove it. Serious injury can result from attempt-ing to lift too heavy an object. Lifting a very heavy object. READ AND UNDERSTAND...

1. Lift the gas tank end of generator and slide 2x4between generator and pallet as shown. The generator is too heavyto be lifted by one person. Obtain assistance from others before lifting. 2. Place handle grips on handle assemblies. 3. Place one 5/8” washer into the bottom of each endcap. Push end ...

2. Connect black negative cable to negative (-) batterypost. Tighten securely. NOTE: Make sure rubber boot is covering positive (+) battery terminal. NOTE: If battery needs to be charged, follow these instructions. When charging the battery,do not smoke. Keep away from any sparks. The fumes from the...

12 — ENG Extension Cord Wire Gauge Chart Amperage Cord Length Wire Gauge Size 1. When amperage exceeds 20 amp; a 12 gauge extensioncord should not be used for long distances. 2. When amperage exceeds 30 amp; a 10 gauge extensioncord should not be used for long distances. Extension Cords When using a...

13 — 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....

16 — ENG 16 — ENG MAINTENANCE GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty of the generator does not cover items that havebeen subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receivefull value from the warranty, operator must maintain thegenerator as instructed in this manual. ENGINE MAINTENANCE Refer to the ...

17 — ENG STORAGE If you are going to store your generator for more than 30days, use the following information as a guide to prepare thegenerator for storage. Never store generator with fuel in the tank indoors orin enclosed, poorly ventilated areas, where fumes canreach an open flame, spark or pilot...

18 — ENG Never exceed the rated capacity of your generator. Serious damage to the generator or appliance could result from anoverload. 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...

19 — ENG STARTING WATTAGE REQUIREMENTS 1. Some appliances and tools will list on the motor nameplate the starting and running voltage and amperagerequirements. Use the following formula to convertvoltage and amperage to wattage: Volts X Amp = Watts 120 volts x 10 amps = 1200 watts 2. To determine th...

20 — 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...

21 — ENG PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Engine will not start No electrical output Repeated circuit breakertripping Generator overheating 7. Attach wire to spark plug. 1. Add fuel or oil. 2. Turn to "ON" position. 3. Replace spark plug. 4. Adjust choke accordingly. 5. Open fu...

22 — ENG Porter-Cable Corporation 4825 Highway 45 North P.O. Box 2468 Jackson, TN 38302-2468 1-888-559-8550 GENERATOR QUICK FACTS CALL 1-888-559-8550 TO FIND A LOCAL AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER NEAR YOUFOR REPAIRS AND SERVICE PART PURCHASES Use clean, fresh gasoline with a minimum 87 octane rating. Do...