Chicago Electric 90236 User Manual

Generators

GENERATOR

9 HP ROBIN® RECOIL START

Model 90236

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Item Description

Electrical Requirements 5400 Watt Surge Power

4600 Watts Max. Output / Continuous Running Output 4000 Watts 20 AMPs @ 120V / 15 AMPs @ 240V 60 Hz Output 120V Dual Outlet: 20 AMP, 3 Prong Grounded 120/240V Outlet: 20 AMP, 4 Prong Twistlock Overload Protection: Two 15 AMP Circuit Breakers

Engine Type 9 HP Robin® /Subaru® EX Series with Recoil Start

4 Cycle / 265 CC Engine Displacement Model #EX-27052020

Alternator Two Pole / Single Phase / 60 Hz

Fuel Tank 6.5 Gallon

Estimated Run Time 14.5 Hours Per Full Tank @ 1/2 Load

Overall Dimensions 29-3/4” x 25-1/2” x 20-5/8”

Weight 155 Pounds

GENERATOR IS NOT INTENDED TO POWER SENSITIVE ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT WITHOUT THE ADDITION OF AN APPROPRIATE LINE CONDITIONER (SOLD SEPARATELY).

THIS

This product requires oil and fuel to be added before starting. Attempting to start the engine without oil void the warranty.

Fill the engine with the following:

1.15 qt. of SAE 15W/40 oil

6.5 Gal. of unleaded gasoline with no oil added

Before starting the engine, refer to the engine owner’s manual for additional engine maintenance information.

WILL ruin the engine and

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SAVE THIS MANUAL

You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts list and assembly diagram. Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover. Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.

UNPACKING

When unpacking, check to make sure all the parts shown on the Parts List on page 17 are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.

REV 12/03; 02/04; 05/04

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING!

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS

Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in

electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WORK AREA

1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas

invite accidents.

2. Do not operate generators in explosive atmospheres, such as in the pres-

ence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Generators create sparks which

may ignite the dust or fumes.

3. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a generator.

Provide barriers or shields as needed.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

4. Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and

grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the

grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter

plugs. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether

the outlet is properly grounded. If the tools should electrically malfunction or

break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away

from the user.

5. Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is

wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If

the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not

fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not

change the plug in any way. Double insulation

three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system.

eliminates the need for the

6. Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators,

ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your

body is grounded.

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7. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a generator

will increase the risk of electric shock.

8. Do not abuse Power Cords. Never use a Power Cord to carry any tool or pull

the Plug from an outlet. Keep Power Cords away from heat, oil, sharp edges,

or moving parts. Replace damaged Power Cords immediately. Damaged Power

Cords increase the risk of electric shock.

9. When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked

“W-A” or “W”. These extension cords are rated for outdoor use, and reduce the

risk of electric shock.

PERSONAL SAFETY

10. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating

a generator. Do not use a generator while tired or under the influence of

drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating generators

may result in serious personal injury.

11. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair.

Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes,

jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

12. Avoid accidental starting. Make sure the Power Switch is in its “OFF” position,

and disconnect the Spark Plug Wire when not in use.

13. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the generator on. A wrench

or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the generator may result in personal

injury.

14. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

15. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety

shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.

16. Never run the generator in an enclosed garage or any other type of enclosed

structure without a proper, leak-free ventilation shaft. Carbon Monoxide, an

odorless, colorless deadly gas may accumulate and cause serious injury or death.

GENERATOR USE AND CARE

17. Do not overload the generator. Use the correct generator for your application.

The correct generator will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is

designed.

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GENERATOR USE AND CARE (Continued)

18. Do not use the generator if the Power Switch does not turn it on or off. Any

generator that cannot be controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous and must

be replaced.

19. Make sure the Power Switch is in its “OFF” position and disconnect the

spark plug wire before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or

storing the generator. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of

starting the generator accidentally.

20. Store idle generators out of reach of children and other untrained persons.

Generators are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

21. Maintain generators with care. Do not use a damaged generator. Tag damaged

generators “Do not use” until repaired.

22. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and

any other condition that may affect the generator’s operation. If damaged,

have the generator serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by

poorly maintained generators.

23. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your

model. Accessories that may be suitable for one generator may become hazard-

ous when used on another generator.

SERVICE

24. Generator service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel.

Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk

of injury.

25. When servicing a generator, use only identical replacement parts. Follow

instructions in the

manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions

may create a risk of electric shock or injury.

“Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning”

section of this

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SPECIFIC PRODUCT WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

1. Do not use this product if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Read

warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgement or reflexes are

impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not attempt to use this

product.

2. Use eye and hearing protection. Wear ANSI approved safety impact eye

goggles and hearing protection when using this product. ANSI approved safety

impact eye goggles and hearing protectors are available from Harbor Freight

Tools.

3. Dress safely. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, as they can become caught

in moving parts. Wear a protective hair covering to prevent long hair from be-

coming caught in moving parts.

4. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times to prevent

tripping, falling, back injury, etcetera.

5. Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements.

6. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing at all times. Use common sense. Do not

use this product when you are tired or distracted from the job at hand.

7. Check for damaged parts. Before using this product, carefully check that it will

operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for damaged parts

and any other conditions that may affect the operation of this product. Replace

or repair damaged or worn parts immediately.

8. Replacement parts and accessories: When servicing, use only identical re-

placement parts. Only use accessories intended for use with this product. Ap-

proved accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools.

9. Maintain this product with care. Keep this product clean and dry for better and

safer performance. For your safety, service and maintenance should be per-

formed regularly by a qualified technician.

10. Use the right generator for the job. Do not attempt to force a small generator

to do the work of a larger industrial generator. There are certain applications for

which this generator was designed. It will do the job better and more safely at

the rate for which it was intended. Do not modify this generator, and do not use

this generator for a purpose for which it was not intended.

11. WARNING! The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this

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