Craftsman 919.679500 User Manual
OWNER'S
MANUAL
Model No.
919,679500
IMPORTANT:
Read the Safety Guidelines
and All Instructions Carefully
Before Operating
Sold by Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ont. M5B2B8
120/240 VOLT • 5000 WATT
GENERATOR
SAFETY GUIDELINES
ASSEMBLY
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
REPAIR PARTS
MGP-679500 4/29/99
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warranty
Safety Guidelines
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3-8
Assembly.....................................................8-9
Operation
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10-13
Maintenance............................................13-15
Service Adjustments...................................15
DATE PURCHASED:.
MODEL NO:________
SERIAL NO:
STORE WHERE PURCHASED:,
ADDRESS.
CITY.
TELEPHONE:.
Record the above information about your unit
so that you will be able to provide it in case
of loss or theft.
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2
Storage
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15
Troubleshooting Guide..............................16
Parts.........................................................17-19
EPA Codes
How To Order Parts
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Back Cover
20-21
Français................................................ 27-44
HORSE POWER
GASOLINE CAPACITY
OIL CAPACITY
10HP
7 GALLON
26 OZ.
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
The Craftsman Warranty, plus a Maintenance Agreement, pro
vide maximum value for your Sears products. Contact your
nearest Sears store for details.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
Read and observe the safety rules.
Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using
your generator.
Follow the instructions under “Customer Responsibilities”
and “Storage” sections of this owner’s manual.
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN GENERATORS
For one year from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman generator is maintained and operated
according to the instructions in this owner’s manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in
material and workmanship.
If your Craftsman Generator is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90
days from the original date of purchase.
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ENGINE
For one year from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman engine is maintained and operated accord
ing to the instructions in this owner's manual. Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material and
workmanship.
If your Craftsman engine is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies only for 90 days
form the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover: Expendable items such as spark plugs and air
filters, which become worn during normal use.
Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including damage resulting from no oil
being supplied tothe engine or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con
tained in this owner’s manual, are not covered under warranty.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE GENERATOR TO THE NEAREST SEARS
SERVICE CENTER. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights,
which vary from PROVINCE TO PROVINCE.
Sold by Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ont.
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SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
This manual contains infonnation that
is important for you to know and
understand. This information relates
to protecting YOUR SAFETY and
PREVENTING EQUIPMENT
PROBLEMS. To help you recognize
this information, we use the symbols
to the right. Please read the manual
and pay attention to these sections.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
A DANGER
URGENT SAFETY INFORMATION - A HAZ
ARD THAT WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY
OR LOSS OF LIFE.
Information for preventing damage to
equipment.
AWARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION - A
HAZARD THAT MIGHT CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
Information that you should
pay special attention to.
• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS •
AWARNING
When using this product basic precautions should always be followed
including the following;
ACAUTION
NOTE
If
RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE
HAZARD
Attempting to connect generator directly
to the electrical system of any building
structure.
Inadequate electrical grounding of gen
erator.
ik DANGER
WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOWTO PREVENT IT
Back feeding electricity through a
building’s electrical system to the
outside utility feed lines could en
danger repair persons attempting to
restore service.
Attempting to connect to the incoming
utility service could result in electrocu
tion.
Restoration of electrical service while
the generator is connected to the in
coming utility could result in a fire or
serious damage if a isolator switch is
not installed.
The failure of one of the generator’s
electrical devices, a broken wire, wet
surfaces, etc. could result in the entire
unit becoming electrically charged.
Contact with electrically charged
surfaces could result in electrocution.
Never backfeed electricity through a
structure's electrical system.
To connect to a structure's electrical
system in a safe manner and always
have a Double-Throw Transfer Switch
installed by a qualified electrician, in
compliance with local ordinances.
(When installing a Double-Throw
Transfer Switch, a minimum of 10
gauge wiring must be used.)
Make sure that the unit is connected
to an appropriate electrical ground, in
accordance with the requirement of
the National Electric Code. See page
8 for grounding instructions.
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READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR.
ADANGER
RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE fcont’di
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HAZARD
Operation of generator in rain, wet, icy,
orfiooded conditions.
Use of worn damaged, undersized or un
grounded extension cords.
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
Water is an excellent conductor of
electricity! Water which comes in
contact with electricity charged
components can transmit electricity to
the frame and other surfaces, resulting
in electrical shock to anyone contact
ing them.
Contact with worn or damaged extension
cords could result in electrocution.
Use of undersize extension cords could
result in overheating of the wires or at
tached items, resulting in fire.
Use of ungrounded cordsets could pre
vent operation of circuit breakers and re
sult in electrical shock.
HOWTO PREVENT IT
Operate generator in a clean, dry, well
ventilated area. Make sure hands are
dry before touching unit.
Inspect extension cords before use
and replace with new if required.
Use proper size (wire gauge) cordset
for application.
Always use electrically grounded
cordset.
Placing generator on or against highly
conductive surface, such as a steel walk
way or metal roof.
Improper connection of items to genera
tor.
Operation of unit when damaged, or with
guards or panels removed.
Accidental leakage of electrical current
could charge conductive surfaces in con
tact with the generator.
Exceeding the load capacity of the gen
erator by attaching too many items, or
items with very high load ratings to it
could result in overheating of some items
or their attachment wiring resulting in fire
or electrical shock.
Attempting to use the unit when it has
been damaged, or when it is not func
tioning normally could result in fire or
electrocution.
Removal of guarding could expose elec
trically charged components and result
in electrocution.
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Place generator on low conductivity
surface such as a concrete slab.
Read the load rating chart and instruc
tions on page 9,10 and 11. Make sure
that the summation of electrical loads
for all attachments does not exceed
the load rating of the generator.
Do not operate generator with me
chanical or electrical problem. Have
unit repaired by an Authorized Ser
vice Center.
Do not operate generator with protec
tive guarding removed.
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR.
AWARNING
RISK OF FIRE
HAZARD
Attempting to fill the fuel tank while the
engine is running.
Sparks, fire, hot objects
Improper storage of fuel
Inadequate ventilation for generator
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
Gasoline and gasoline vapors can
become ignited by coming in contact
with hot components such as the
muffler, engine exhaust gases, or from
an electrical spark.
Cigarettes, sparks, fires, or other hot
objects can cause gasoline or gasoline
vapors to ignite.
Improperly stored fuel could lead to ac
cidental ignition. Fuel improperly secured
could get into the hands of children or
other unqualified persons.
Materials placed against or near the gen
erator or operating the generator in ar
eas where the temperature exceeds 104°
F. ambient can interfere with its proper
ventilation features causing overheating
arid possible ignition of the materials.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
Turn engine off and allow it to cool
before adding fuel to the tank. Equip
area of operation with a fire extin
guisher certified to handie gasoline
or fuel fires.
Add fuel to tank in well ventilated area.
Make sure there are no sources of
ignition near the generator.
Store fuel in a container designed to
hold gasoline. Store container in se
cure location to prevent use by oth
ers.
Operate generator in a clean, dry, well
ventilated area a minimum of four feet
from any objects or wall. DO NOT
OPERATE UNIT INDOORS OR IN
ANY CONFINED AREA.
Tampering with factory set engine speed
settings.
Overfilling the fuel tank - fuel spillage.
Engine speed has been factory set to
provide safe operation. Tampering with the
engine speed adjustment could result in
overheating of attachments and could
cause a fire.
Spilled fuel and its vapors can become
ignited from hot surfaces or sparks.
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Never attempt to “speedup” the en
gine to obtain more performance.
Both the output voltage and frequency
will be thrown out of standard by this
practice, endangering attachments
and the user.
Use care in filling the tank to avoid
spilling fuel. Make sure fuel cap is
secured tightly and check engine
for fuel leaks before starting engine.
Move generator away from refueling
area or any spillage before starting
engine. Allow for fuel expansion.
Keep maximum fuel level % inch
below the tip of the fuel tank. Never
refuel with the engine running.
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR.
ADANGER
Risk of Injury and Property Damage When
Transporting Generator
HAZARD
Fire, Inhalation, Damage to Vehicle
Surfaces
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
Fuel or oil can leak or spill and could
result in fire or breathing hazard, seri
ous injury or death can result. Fuel or oil
leaks will damage carpet, paint or other
surfaces in vehicles or trailers.
A DANGER
HOWTO PREVENT IT
If generator is equipped with a fuel
shut-off valve, turn the valve to the
off position before transporting to
avoid fuel leaks. If generator is not
equipped with a fuel shut-off valve,
drain the fuel from tank before trans
porting. Only transport fuel in an CSA
approved container. Always place
generator on a protective mat when
transporting to protect against dam
age to vehicle from leaks. Remove
generator from vehicle immediately
upon arrival at your destination
RISK OF BREATHING - INHALATION HAZARD
HAZARD WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
Gasoline engines produce toxic carbon
monoxide exhaust fumes.
Breathing exhaust fumes will cause se
rious injury or death.
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Operate generator in clean, dry, well
ventilated area. Avoid enclosed areas
like garages, basements, storage
sheds, etc., which lack a steady ex
change of air. Never operate unit in a
location occupied by humans or ani
mals. Keep children, pets and others
away from area of operating unit.
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