Chicago Electric 94678 User Manual
2.5 HORSEPOWER
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Harbor Freight Tools®.
GAS ENGINE GENERATOR
94678
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY, READ AND UNDERSTAND
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3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
Copyright© 2006 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved. No portion of this
manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form
without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
CONTENTS
Unpacking ............................................................................................... 2
Specifications ......................................................................................... 3
General Safety Rules .............................................................................. 4
Specific Safety Rules ............................................................................. 6
Generator Control Illustrations ............................................................. 9
Installation Instructions ......................................................................... 9
Operation Instructions .......................................................................... 11
Pre-start Checks: ................................................................................................ 11
To Start the Engine: ............................................................................................ 11
To Power 120 Volt AC Tools and Equipment: ................................................... 11
To Charge 12 V Lead-acid Type Batteries: ........................................................ 12
Inspection, Maintenance, and Cleaning .............................................. 13
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................... 14
Parts List - Engine ................................................................................. 15
Assembly Diagram - Engine ................................................................. 16
Parts List A - Generator ........................................................................ 17
Assembly Diagram A - Generator ........................................................ 18
Emission Control System Warranty ..................................................... 19
Warranty ................................................................................................. 20
UNPACKING
When unpacking, check to make sure that the item is intact and undamaged. 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.
For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Generator Type Brushless / Revolving Field / Self Exciting / Two Pole / Single Phase
Wattage 1,000 / 1,050 (Continuous-Rated/Peak)
Electrical Output 110/120 V~, 60 Hz
about 18 V (12 V battery charging)
Electrical Supply 120 V~, 3-Prong Grounded Duplex Receptacle
with 10 Amp Resettable Circuit Protection
12 V Battery-charging Output* with 10 Amp Resettable Circuit Protection
*Only for use with included power cord for 12 V battery charging.
Voltmeter 0-300 V~
Total Weight 57 lb.
Engine Type 2.5 HP / Unleaded Gasoline Powered / Recoil Start / 4-Cycle / Air-Cooled
98 cc Displacement / Low Oil Shutdown / CARB and EPA Certified
Estimated Run Time 5.5 Hours on full tank
Engine Oil Type SAE 10W-30 (for general, all temperature use)
Engine Oil Capacity 0.47 Quart (0.45 Liter)
Fuel Tank Capacity about 1.2 Gallons
Spark Plug Gap 0.6-0.7 mm
Recommended
Spark Plugs
Bore x Stroke 52 x 46 mm
PTO Shaft Rotation Counterclockwise Facing The Shaft
L6RTF, BM4A, BMR4A (NGK) (NGK)
Only use these types. An incorrect spark plug may damage the engine.
WARNING: This product requires oil and fuel to be added before
starting. Attempting to start the engine without oil WILL ruin the engine
and VOID the warranty!
Caution: This generator is not intended to power sensitive electronic equipment without the
addition of an appropriate line conditioner (not included or sold by Harbor Freight Tools).
The Emission Control System for this generator’s engine is warranted for standards
set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and by the California Air Resources
Board (also known as CARB). For warranty information, refer to the back two pages of
this manual.
Save This Manual
You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, 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. Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram, or write month and year of purchase if product has no number. Keep this manual
and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.
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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
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Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite
accidents.
Do not operate equipment in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence
of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Equipment create sparks which may ignite
the dust or fumes.
Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a equipment.
Distractions can cause you to lose control. Protect others in the work area from
debris such as chips and sparks. Provide barriers or shields as needed.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
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.
Do not expose equipment to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a equipment
will increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse Power Cords. Never use a Power Cord to pull a Plug from the
outlet. Keep all 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.
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PERSONAL SAFETY
Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating
a equipment. Do not use a equipment while tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating equipment
may result in serious personal injury.
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. Be aware that when engine
parts are moving fast they cannot be seen clearly.
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Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the equipment on. A
wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the equipment may result
in personal injury.
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Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times, especially
when starting the equipment.
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, nonskid safety
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions. Al-
ways wear ANSI-approved safety goggles when using or performing maintenance
on this equipment.
EQUIPMENT USE AND CARE
Do not force the equipment. Use the correct equipment for your application.
The correct equipment will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is de-
signed. Do not force the equipment and do not use the equipment for a purpose
for which it is not intended.
Do not use the equipment if the Power Switch does not turn it on or off. Any
equipment that cannot be controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous and must
be replaced.
Turn the power switch and the fuel supply to off and unplug the spark plug
wire before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the
equipment. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the equip-
ment accidentally.
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Store idle equipment out of reach of children and other untrained persons.
Equipment is dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain equipment with care. Do not use a damaged equipment. Tag damaged
equipment “Do not use” until repaired.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and
any other condition that may affect the equipment’s operation. If damaged,
have the equipment serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained equipment.
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your
model. Accessories that may be suitable for one piece of equipment may become
hazardous when used on another piece of equipment.
SERVICE
Equipment service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel.
Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk
of injury.
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When servicing a equipment, use only identical replacement parts. Follow
instructions in the “Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning” section of this
manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions
may create a risk of electric shock or injury.
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Do not alter or adjust any part of the equipment or its engine that is sealed
by the manufacturer or distributor. Only a qualified service technician may
adjust parts that may increase or decrease governed engine speed.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Maintain labels and nameplates on the generator. These carry important infor-
mation. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
WARNING! People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before
using this product. Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to a heart pacemaker
could cause interference to or failure of the pacemaker.
Avoid body contact with fuels, oils, and lubricants used in the Generator. If
swallowed, seek medical treatment immediately. Do not induce vomiting if fuel is
swallowed. For skin contact, immediately wash with soap and water. For eye con-
tact, immediately flush eyes with clean water.
Prolonged exposure to noise levels above 85 dBA is hazardous to hearing.
Always wear ANSI-approved hearing protection when operating or working around
the Generator when it is running.
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Lifting/transport precautions. Never lift the Generator using the engine or al-
ternator lifting lugs. Connect lifting equipment only to the Frame of the Generator.
Before lifting the Generator, ensure the lift rigging and supporting structure are in
good condition, and are rated to lift such a load. Keep all personnel away from the
suspended generator while relocating.
WARNING! Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and
other construction activities, contain chemicals known (to the State of California)
to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
Lead from lead-based paints.
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Crystalline silica from bricks and cement or other masonry products.
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Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.
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Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of
work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well-ventilated area,
and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are spe-
cially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
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