Chicago Electric 98452 User Manual
2200 RATED WATTS/2400 MAX WATTS
PORTABLE GENERATOR
98452
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Tools required for
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Revised Manual 10e
SPECIFICATIONS
VAC Electrical Specications 115 Volts @ 20 Amps Current Output
VDC Electrical Specications 12 VDC @ 10 Amps Current Output
Voltmeter Equipped 0-150 Volts / 50 Volt Increments
Display Lights Red (Run)
Generator Type Brush / Revolving Field / Self Exciting
Gasoline Engine 5.5 HP / Unleaded Gasoline Powered
Fuel Tank Capacity 3.96 Gallons (15 Liters) / Includes Fuel Gauge
Estimated Run Time 11.8 Continuous Running Hours
Weight 103.6 Pounds
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.
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.
60 Hz
2200 Rated Watts / 2400 Max Watts
Two 120V, Household Receptacles with a 20 Amp circuit breaker
Two Pole / Sincle Phase
Recoil Start / 4-Cycle / OHV Air Cooled
163 CC Displacement / 3600 RPM
0.63 Quart (0.6 Liter) Oil Capacity
EPA Certied
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. Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.
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UNPACKING
When unpacking, check to make sure all the parts shown on the Parts LIsts on pages
20 and 22 are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight
Tools at the number shown on the cover of the manual as soon as possible.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, re, and/or serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA
Keep your work area clean and well lit. 1. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite
accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in
the presence of ammable liquids, gases, or dust. Generators create
sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool. 3.
Provide barriers or shields as needed.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded 4.
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 qualied 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.
Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider 5.
than the other). This plug will t in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not t fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not t, contact
a qualied electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug
in any way. Double insulation eliminates the need for the three wire grounded
power cord and grounded power supply system.
Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges 6.
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.
Do not abuse the Power Cords. Never use a Power Cord to carry tools or pull 8.
the Plug from the 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.
When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension coard marked 9.
“W-A” or “W”. These extension cords are rated for outdoor use, and reduce the
risk of electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operat-10.
ing a power tool. Do not use a power tool while tired or under the inuence
of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power
tools may result in serious personal injury.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. 11.
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
Avoid accidental starting. Make sure the Power Switch is in its “OFF” posi-12.
tion, and disconnect the Spark Plug Wire when not in use.
Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the Generator on. 13. A
wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the machine may result in
personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.14.
15. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Always wear ANSI
approved safety impact goggles when using this product. ANSI approved
hearing protection must also be used.
Do not force the generator. Use the correct generator for you application. 16.
The correct generator will do the job better and safer at the rate for whick it is de-
signed.
Do not use the Generator if the Power Switch does not turn it on or off. 17. Any
generator that cannot be controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous and must
be replaced.
GENERATOR USE AND CARE
Make sure the Power Switch is in its “OFF” position and disconnect the spark 18.
plug wire before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
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the generator. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the
generator accidentally.
Store idle generators out of reach of children and other untrained persons. 19.
Generators are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain generators with care. 20. Do not use a damaged generator. Tag damaged
generators “Do not use” until repaired.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and 21.
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.
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your 22.
model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when
used on another generator.
CAUTION: This generator is not intended to power sensitive electronic equip-23.
ment* without the addition of an appropriate power line conditioner and surge
protector (both not included). Sensitive electronic equipment should be operated
on approved inverter type generators or pure sine wave generators.
When the plugged in product operates abnormally or unusually slow, immediately
stop using the generator as a power source. Always read and adhere to the
instruction manual of the product to be powered, to make sure that it can be safely
and efciently powered by a portable generator.
Note: When using a generator to provide home standby electricity, a transfer switch
(sold separately) is needed to prevent back feeding power into the utility line.
Connections for standby power to a building electrical system must be made by a
qualied electrician. The connection must isolate the generator power from utility
power, and must comply with all applicable laws and electrical codes.
WARNING: Improper connections to a building electrical system can allow electrical
current from the generator to backfeed into the utility lines. Such backfeed may
electrocute utility company workers or others who contact the lines during a power
outage, and the generator may explode, burn, or cause res when utility power is
restored. Consult the utility company or a qualied electrician.
*Sensitive electronic equipment includes, but is not limited to, audio/video
equipment, some television sets, computers, and printers.
SERVICE
Always keep fuel tank capped, even when empty, to prevent rainwater, dirt 24.
and debris from getting into the fuel tank.
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Maintain labels and nameplates on the Generator and Engine. 25. These carry
important information. If unreadable, or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for
a replacement.
Generator service must be performed only by qualied repair personnel. 26.
Service or maintenance performed by unqualied personnel could result in a risk
of injury.
When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instruc-27.
tions 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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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONS
HEART PACEMAKER PRECAUTION
WARNING! People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before using
this product. Electromagnetic elds in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could
cause interference to or failure of the pacemaker.
INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS
Ensure installation meets all applicable safety, and local and national 1.
electrical codes. Have installation performed by a qualied, licensed electrician
and building contractor.
All electrical work, including the earth-ground connection, should be 2.
completed by a licensed electrician.
Any separate fuel storage Generator supply facility must be built or installed 3.
in full compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations.
4. If the generator is installed indoors, exhaust fumes must be piped out
of the building using leak-free, heat-resistant piping. Use the Genera-
tor only in a well ventilated outdoor areas. Carbon monoxide fumes
are a colorless, odorless gas that, if inhaled, can cause serious
injury or death. Pipes and silencer should not use any ammable materials, nor
should they be installed near the same. Generator exhaust fumes must within legal
limits.
If the generator is installed outdoors, it must be weatherproofed and should 5.
be sound-proofed. It should not be run outdoors without protection to the Genera-
tor and wiring conduit.
Never lift the Generator using the engine or alternator lifting lugs. 6. Connect
liting equipment to the Frame of the Generator.
Before lifting the Generator, ensure the lift rigging and supporting structure 7.
are in good condition, and are rated to lift such a load.
Keep all personnel away from the suspended generator while relocating.8.
The supporting oor/ground surface should be level, and strong enough to 9.
safely hold the weight of the Generator. If the oor/ground surface is not level,
strong cross members should be placed under the full length of the Generator
Frame at its low side.
For trailer installation, the Generator should be mounted on the center point 10.
of the trailer, over the wheels.
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Install sound and weather proong only when it is not raining or snowing to 11.
avoid trapping moisture with the Generator’s area.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION PRECAUTIONS
Gasoline fuel and fumes are ammable, and potentially explosive. 1. Use
proper fuel storage and handling procedures. Always have multiple ABC class re
extinguishers nearby.
Keep the Generator and surrounding areas clean at all times.2.
When spills of fuel or oil occur, they must be cleaned up immediately. 3. Dispose
of uids and cleaning materials as per any local, state, or federal codes and
regulations. Store oil rags in a covered metal container.
Never store fuel or other ammable materials near the Generator.4.
Do not smoke, or allow sparks, ames, or other sources of ignition around 5.
the Generator.
Keep grounded conductive objects, such as tools, away from exposed, live 6.
electrical parts and connections to avoid sparking or arcing. These events
could ignite fumes or vapors.
Do not rell the Fuel Tank while the Engine is running or while the Engine is 7.
still hot. Do not operate the Generator with known leaks in the fuel system.
Excessive buildup of unburned fuel gases in the exhaust system can create 8.
a potentially explosive condition. This buildup can occur after repeated failed
start attempts, valve testing, or hot engine shutdown. If this occurs, open exhaust
system drain plugs, if equipped, and allow the gases to dissipate before attempting
to restart the Generator.
Use only Engine manufacturer recommended fuel and oil.9.
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