Page 2 - CONSUMER GENERAL AND SERVICE INFORMATION; free number; Read and understand all safety warnings.; do not represent a specific model.; CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION
2- ENG D28453 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 - SAFETY GUIDELINES / DEFINITIONS; RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE; WILL VOID
3- ENG D28453 i ndicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could resultin death or serious injury. indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,may r...
Page 5 - RISK OF FIRE; DO NOT OPERATE
5- ENG D28453 RISK OF FIRE HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Improper storageof fuel Improperly stored fuel couldlead to accidental ignition. Fuelimproperly secured could getinto the hands of children orother unqualified persons. Store fuel in a OSHA approvedcontainer designed to holdgasoline...
Page 6 - RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION
6- ENG D28453 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 7 - RISK OF HOT SURFACES
7- ENG D28453 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 ...
Page 8 - SPECIFICATIONS; MODEL
8- ENG D28453 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...
Page 9 - REMOVE GENERATOR FROM CARTON; Open carton from top.; OTHER LOOSE PARTS; The locking plugs maybe used when needed or required.; GROUNDING THE GENERATOR; ASSEMBLY; Maintenance Instructions.
9- ENG D28453 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...
Page 10 - EXTENSION CORDS; be used in order to reduce the risk of; DOUBLE THROW TRANSFER SWITCH; section in this manual.; OBTAINING ELECTRICITY FROM THE GENERATOR
10- ENG D28453 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 ...
Page 11 - OPERATION; to your generator and connected electrical devices. See the; Wattage Calculation; section in; Choose the correct application.; Place the idle control switch in the OFF position.
11- ENG D28453 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...
Page 12 - Allow generator to run at no load for 5 minutes upon each initial; BEFORE START UP; Follow the steps listed below before starting generator:; The idle control switch; MUST; be in the OFF position.
12- ENG D28453 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...
Page 13 - TO START THE ENGINE; odorless and deadly gas.
13- ENG D28453 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...
Page 14 - CONNECTING ELECTRICAL LOADS; lation; Section in this manual.; STOPPING ENGINE
14- ENG D28453 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...
Page 16 - CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TABLE; MAINTENANCE TASK; MAINTENANCE; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
16- ENG D28453 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 17 - ENGINE PREPARATION; Disconnect the spark plug wire and remove the spark plug.; GENERATOR; • Clean the generator as outlined in the; Maintenance; Section on this manual.; STORAGE
17- ENG D28453 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 18 - WATTAGE CALCULATIONS; IMPORTANT; TOTAL
18- ENG D28453 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 19 - STARTING WATTAGE REQUIREMENTS; a 100 watt light bulb requires only 100 watts to start.); will; be listed in wattage.; Application Guide
19- ENG D28453 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. ...
Page 20 - HOUSEHOLD WATTAGE CALCULATOR
20- ENG D28453 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 21 - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE; PROBLEM
21- ENG D28453 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 22 - LIMITED WARRANTY
22- ENG D28453 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 23 - NOTES
Page 24 - QUICK FACTS
24- ENG D28453 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...