Craftsman 919.679501 User Manual
Model No.
919.679501
120/240 VOLT • 5000 WATT
GENERATOR
IMPORTANT:
Read the Safety Guidelines
and All Instructions Carefully
Before Operating
Sold by Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ont. M5B2B8
MGP-B79S01 11/9/99
• SAFETY GUIDELINES
• ASSEMBLY
• OPERATION
• MAINTENANCE
• TROUBLESHOOTING
• REPAIR PARTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warranty
Safety Guidelines
Assembly
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9-10
Operation.................................................11-14
Maintenance............................................14-16
Service Adjustments
DATE PURCHASED:
MODELND:
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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Storage........................................................17
Troubleshooting Guide
Generator Parts
Engine Parts
EPA Codes
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How To Order Parts
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Back Cover
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18-20
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HORSE POWER 10 HP
GASOLINE CAPACITY
OIL CAPACITY
7 GALLON
26 OZ.
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
The Craftsman Warranty, plus a Maintenance Agreement,
provide maximum value for your Sears products. Con
tact 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 Responsibili
ties" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual.
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FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN GENERATORS
For one year from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman generator 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 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 according
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 to the engine or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in
this owner's manual, are not covered under warranty.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE GENERATOR TO THE NEAREST SEARS SER
VICE 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.
ENG
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
This manual contains information 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.
ADANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
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AWARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death of serious
injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
irjjury.
CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a
potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in property damage.
ACAUTION
CAUTION
This product is not 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 other similar items,
then an approved spark arrester must be installed and is legally required in the state of California. It is a violation
of California statutes section 130050 and/or sections 4442 and 4443 of the California Public Resources Code,
unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrestor, as defined in section 4442, and maintained in effective
working order. Spark arresters are also required on some U. S. Forest service land and may also be legally
required under other statutes and ordinances.
This product may contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm. This warning is given in compliance with California Proposition 65, as detectable amounts of
chemicals subject to proposition 65 may be contained in this product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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AWARNING
When using this product basic precautions should always be
followed including the following:
RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE
HAZARD
Attempting to connect generator
directly to the electrical system of any
building structure.
ADANGER
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
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 incom
ing utility service could result in
electrocution.
Restoration of electrical service while
the generator is connected to the
incoming utility could result in a fire or
serious damage if a isolator switch is
not installed.
Failure to use a double throw transfer
switch when connecting to a
structure's electrical system can
damage appliances and WILL VOID
the manufacturer's warranty.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
Never backfeed electricity through
a structure's electrical system.
To connect to a structure's electri
cal system in a safe manner,
always have a Double-Throw
Transfer Switch installed by a
qualified electrician and in compli
ance with local ordinances. (When
installing a Double-Throw
Transfer Switch, a minimum of
10 gauge wiring must be used.)
3 —ENG
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READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR.
RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE fcont'd)
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A DANGER
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HAZARD
Operation of generator in rain, wet,
icy, or fiooded conditions.
Use of worn damaged, undersized
or ungrounded extension cords.
Placing generator on or against
highly conductive surface, such as
a steel walkway or metal roof.
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
Water is an excellent conductor of
electricity! Water which comes in
contact with electrically 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 attached items, resulting in
fire.
Use of ungrounded cordsets could
prevent operation of circuit breakers
and result in electrical shock.
Accidental leakage of electrical
current could charge conductive
surfaces in contact with the generator.
HOW TO 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 cord if
required.
Use proper size (wire gauge)
cordset for application see chart in
the Assembly section of this
manual.
Always use a cordset having a
grounding wire with an appropriate
grounding plug. DO NOT use an
ungrounded plug.
Place generator on low conductiv
ity surface such as a concrete
slab.
Improper connection of items to
generator.
Operation of unit when damaged,
or with guards or panels removed.
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Exceeding the load capacity of the
generator 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
functioning normally could result in
fire or electrocution.
Removal of guarding could expose
electrically charged components and
result in electrocution.
4 —ENG
ALWAYS operate generator a
minimum of six feet from any
conductive surface.
Read the load rating chart and
instructions in the Wattage Calcu
lation section. 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
mechanical or electrical problem.
Have unit repaired by an Autho
rized Service Center.
Do not operate generator with
protective guarding removed.
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR.
AWARNING
RISK OF FIRE
HAZARD WHAT COULD HAPPEN
Attempting to fill the fuel tank while
the engine is running.
Sparks, fire, hot objects
Improper storage of fuel Improperly stored fuel could lead to ac
Inadequate ventilation for generator Materials placed against or near the
Gasoline and gasoiine vapors can
become ignited by coming in contact
with hot components such as the
muffier, engine exhaust gases, or from
an eiectricai spark.
Cigarettes, sparks, fires, or other hot
objects can cause gasoline or gaso
line vapors to ignite.
cidental ignition. Fuei improperiy se
cured couid get into the hands of chiidren or other unquaiified persons.
generator or operating the generator in
areas where the temperature exceeds
104° F. ambient (such as storage rooms
or garages) can interfere with its proper
ventilation features causing overheat
ing and possibie ignition of the materiais or buiidings.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
Turn engine off and aliow it to cooi
before adding fuei to the tank. Equip
area of operation with a fire extin
guisher certified to handle gasoline
or fuei fires.
Add fuel to tank in weii ventiiated
area. Make sure there are no
sources of ignition near the genera
tor.
Store fuei in a OSHA approved con
tainer designed to hoid gasoiine.
Store container in secure location to
prevent use by others.
Operate generator in a ciean, dry,
weii ventiiated area a minimum of
four feet from any buiiding, object
or waii, DO NOT OPERATE UNIT
INDOORS OR IN ANY CONFINED
AREA.
Tampering with factory set engine
speed settings.
Overfiiiing the fuei tank - fuel spill
age.
Engine speed has been factory set to
provide safe operation. Tampering with
the engine speed adjustment couid re
sult in overheating of attachments and
couid cause a fire.
Spiiied fuel and its vapors can become
ignited from hot surfaces or sparks.
5 — ENG
Never attempt to "speed-up" the
engine to obtain more performance.
Both the output voitage and fre
quency wili be thrown out of stan
dard by this practice, endangering
attachments and the user.
Use care in fiiiing the tank to avoid
spiiling fuei. Make sure fuei cap is
secured tightly and check engine
for fuel leaks before starting
engine. Move generator away
from refueiing area or any spiiiage
before starting engine. Aiiow for
fuei expansion. Keep maximum
fuei ievei Vi inch beiow the tip of
the fuel tank. Never refuel with the
engine running.
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READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR.
A DANGER
Risk of Injury and Property Damage When
Transporting Generator
HAZARD
Fire, Inhalation, Damage to
Vehicle Surfaces
RISK OF BREATHING - INHALATION HAZARD
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
HOW TO 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. Transport fuel only in an
OSHA approved container. Always
place generator on a protective mat
when transporting to protect against
damage to vehicie from leaks. Re
move generator from vehicle imme
diately upon arrival at your destina
tion
HAZARD WHAT COULD HAPPEN
Gasoline engines produce toxic car
bon monoxide exhaust fumes.
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Breathing exhaust fumes will cause se
rious injury or death.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
Operate generator in clean, dry, well
ventilated area. Never operate unit
in enclosed areas such as garages,
basements, storage, sheds, or in
any location occupied by humans or
animals. Keep children, pets and
others away from area of operating
unit.
6 — ENG
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR.
AWARNING
RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION
HAZARD
Operation of generator in careless
manner.
Operation of voltage sensitive appli
ances without a voltage surge pro
tector.
WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
All sources of energy include the po
tential for injury. Unsafe operation or
maintenance of your generator could
lead to serious injury or death to you or
others.
Any gasoline operated household gen
erator will incur voltage variations caus
ing damage to voltage sensitive appli
ances or could result in fire.
• Review and understand all of
the operating instructions and
warnings in this manual.
• Become familiar with the
operation and controls of the
generator. Know how to shut it
off quickly.
• Equip area of operation with a
fire extinguisher certified to
handle gasoline or fuel fires.
• Keep children or others away
from the generator at all times.
Always use a U.L. listed voltage sen
sitive surge protector to connect
voltage sensitive appliances (TV,
computer, stereo, etc.). Failure to
use a U.L. listed voltage surge
protector will void the warranty on
your generator.
Notice; A multiple outlet strip is not
a surge protector make sure you use
a U.L. listed voltage surge protec
tor.
Raising or suspending generators
equipped with lift rings improperly
Operating generator while sus
pended
Generator could fall causing serious in
jury or death to you or others.
Improper raising or suspending can
cause damage to the generator.
Generator will not operate properly and
will cause damage to the generator and
could cause serious injury or death to
you or others.
7 —ENG
Always use proper connecting pro
cedures as described in this manual
when connecting cables, chains, or
straps for raising or suspending gen
erators equipped with lift rings.
Always use cables, chains, or straps
rated at 2000 lbs working load or
more to raise or suspend generator.
Never operate generator while sus
pended or in an unlevel position.
Always operate generate on a flat,
level surface.
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