Porter-Cable CH250 - Manual

Page 2 - SPECIFICATION; MODEL

2 — ENG This product is equipped with a spark arresting muffler. If the product will be used around flammable materials, or on land covered with materials such as agricultural crops, forest, brush, grass, or othersimilar items, then an approved spark arrester must be installed and is legally require...

Page 3 - WARRANTY; THIS WARRANTY IS NOT TRANSFERABLE AND DOES NOT COVER; WARRANTY SERVICE; LIMITED WARRANTY

3 — ENG WARRANTY PORTER-CABLE CORPORATION warrants to the original purchaser that each new electric generator and service part is free from defects in material and workmanship, and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any defective product orpart as follows from the original date of purch...

Page 4 - WILL VOID; RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE; When using this product basic precautions should always be; • SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS •; IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

4 — ENG Attempting to connect generatordirectly to the electrical system ofany building structure. Back feeding electricity through abuilding’s electrical system to theoutside utility feed lines could en-danger repair persons attempting torestore service. Attempting to connect to the incomingutility...

Page 5 - READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE; HAZARD

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

Page 6 - RISK OF FIRE; Improper storage of fuel

6 — ENG READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. RISK OF FIRE Turn engine off and allow it to coolbefore adding fuel to the tank. Equiparea of operation with a fire extin-guisher certified to handle gasolineor fuel fires. Add fuel to tank in well ventilatedarea. Make ...

Page 7 - RISK OF BREATHING - INHALATION HAZARD

7 — ENG READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. RISK OF BREATHING - INHALATION HAZARD Operate generator in clean, dry, wellventilated area. Never operate unitin enclosed areas such as garages,basements, storage, sheds, or in anylocation occupied by humans or ani-mals...

Page 8 - Failure to use a; A multiple outlet strip is not; RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION; Operating generator while suspended

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 theoperation and controls of thegenerator. Know how to shut itoff quickly. • Equip area of operation with afire...

Page 9 - RISK FROM LIFTING; Lifting a very heavy object.; RISK OF MOVING PARTS

9 — ENG RISK FROM LIFTING HAZARD HOW TO PREVENT IT WHAT COULD HAPPEN The generator is too heavy to be liftedby one person. Obtain assistancefrom others before you try to moveit. Serious injury can result from attempt-ing to lift too heavy an object. Lifting a very heavy object. READ AND UNDERSTAND A...

Page 10 - Extension Cords; ASSEMBLY; REMOVE GENERATOR FROM CARTON; Figure 1; Figure 2; There are basically 2 ways to obtain electricity from a gen-

10 — ENG 1. Use of extension cords directly from the generatorto the appliance, lights, tools, etc. 2. Use of a double-throw transfer switch installeddirectly to the main electrical supply outside ofhouse. Extension Cord Wire Gauge Chart Amperage *Up to 20 amp draw Up to 30 amp draw Cord Length 0 to...

Page 11 - OPERATION; KNOW YOUR GENERATOR; Compare the illustration; GENERATOR CAPACITY; Exceeding the rated capacity of your; Wattage; section in this manual to assist you in; CIRCUIT BREAKERS; All electrical loads; MUST; be disconnected; Double Throw Transfer Switch

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 andadjustments. Save all manuals for future references. G...

Page 12 - STOPPING ENGINE; Wattage Calculation; Section in this

12 — ENG TO START THE ENGINE(Recoil start/Pull start) Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorventilated areas, engine exhaust containscarbon 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"CHO...

Page 13 - MAINTENANCE; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; Service more frequently when used in dusty areas.; GENERATOR MAINTENANCE; Customer Responsibilities Table; Regular Service Period

13 — ENG MAINTENANCE GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty of the generator does not cover items thathave been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.To receive full value from the warranty, operator mustmaintain the generator as instructed in this manual. ENGINE MAINTENANCE Refer to the Engine Op...

Page 14 - STORAGE; Engine Preparation; Next shut off engine.; Generator; Clean the generator as outlined in the; Maintenance; Section on this manual.

14 — ENG STORAGE If you are going to store your generator for more than 30days, use the following information as a guide toprepare the generator for storage. Never store generator with fuel in the tank indoorsor in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas, wherefumes can reach an open flame, spark or pilot...

Page 15 - starting; but is very important when figuring your total wattage to be used.; NOT; IMPORTANT; DETERMINING WATTAGE REQUIREMENTS; TOTAL; TOTAL; WATTAGE CALCULATIONS

15 — ENG Never exceed the rated capacity of your generator. Serious damage to the generator 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 tool. 2. There are two types...

Page 16 - STARTING WATTAGE REQUIREMENTS; will; be listed in wattage.; Application Guide; Electric Appliance

16 — 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...

Page 17 - HOUSEHOLD WATTAGE CALCULATOR

17 — 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...

Page 18 - Engine will not start; TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

18 — ENG PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will not start No electrical output Repeated circuit breaker tripping Generator overheating 1. Low on fuel. 2. Ignition switch in "Off" position. 3. Faulty spark plug. 4. Choke in wrong position. 5. Unit loaded during start-up. 6. Spark plug wire loos...

Page 19 - NOTES

Page 20 - Generator Quick Facts; ALWAYS REFER TO THE MANUALS SUPPLIED WITH THIS UNIT

20 — ENG ENGINE GAS WATTAGE WIRING ENGINE Allow the generator to run 5 minutes at no load for the engine and the genhead to stabilize. OPERATION Make sure the adequate s ize of extension cord is used. Refer to the Grounding Ins tructions/Extension Cord s ection of the owners manual.If the generator ...

Porter-Cable CH250 - Manual

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