Dewalt DXGN14000, DXGN4500, DXGN7200, DXGN6000 User Manual

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Generator DXGN Series Génératrice DXGN Collection Generador Serie de DXGN

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CONTACT INFORMATION

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Table of Contents

ENGLISH INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

SAFETY GUIDELINES AND DEFINITIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

LIFTING HOOK ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

RAISING OR SUSPENDING GENERATOR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Limited warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

FEDERAL EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

BEFORE START-UP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

GENERATOR APPLICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

LOADING YOUR GENERATOR SET. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

RECEPTACLE DETAILS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

ENGINE LIMITATIONS ON GENERATOR PERFORMANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

GENERATOR CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

GENERAL STORAGE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

GENERAL MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Engine Specifications and Capacities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Oil Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Engine Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

DAILY INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

SPARK ARRESTER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

FAULT FINDING GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

FRENCH INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

SÉCURITÉ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

DIRECTIVES EN MATIÈRE DE SÉCURITÉ ET DÉFINITIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

règles de sécurité. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

ASSEMBLAGE DE LA BARRE DE LEVAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

SOULEVER OU SUSPENDRE LE GÉNÉRATEUR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

GARANTIE LIMITÉE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

UTILISATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

INFORMATION GÉNÉRALE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

AVANT LE DÉMARRAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

UTILISATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

USAGE DE LA GÉNÉRATRICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

charger votre génératrice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Détails des réceptacles (prise femelle) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Limite du moteur sur la performance de la génératrice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Nettoyage de la génératrice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Règles générales d'entretien . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

ENTRETIEN GÉNÉRAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

spécifications du moteur et capacités . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Sélection d'huile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

horaire d'entretien du moteur . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

INSPECTION quotidienne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

PARE-ÉTINCELLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

guide des failles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

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SPANISH INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

SEGURIDAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

LINEAMIENTOS DE SEGURIDAD Y DEFINICIONES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

reglas de seguridad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

ENSAMBLAJE DEL GANCHO PARA LEVANTAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

ELEVACIÓN O SUSPENSIÓN DEL GENERADOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

GARANTIA LIMITADA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

FUNCIONAMIENTO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

INFORMACIÓN GENERAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

comenzando . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

funcionamiento . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

APLICACIÓN del generador . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Carga DE su generador . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

detalles de receptaculos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

limitaciones del motor y rendimiento del generador . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

limpieza del generador . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

almacenamiento general pautas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

MANTENIMIENTO GENERAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

especificaciones y capacidades del motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Selection de aceite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

programa de mantenimiento de motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

inspeccion diaria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

PARACHISPAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Guia para encontrar fallas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

All information provided in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of printing. The manufacturer reserves the right to correct any errors and omissions.

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SAFETY GUIDELINES AND DEFINITIONS

This instruction manual contains information important for you

to know and understand so that your generator may properly,

safely, and effectively applied and operated. All operators,

users and subsequent owners of this generator must read and

understand all instructions before operating the generator.

Save these instructions for future reference.

To help you recognize information important to protecting

YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS,

we use the symbols below.

Indicates and imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

Indicates a practice not related to personal

injury which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

SAFETY RULES

RISK OF ASPHYXIATION

DO NOT OPERATE THIS GENERATOR WITHIN AN ENCLOSED AREA. THE EXHAUST GASES OF THIS GENERATOR EMIT “DEADLY” CARBON MONOXIDE. EXPOSURE TO CARBON MONOXIDE CAN CAUSE CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING, HEADACHES, NAUSEA, SEVERE SICKNESS OR DEATH.

RISK OF ELECTROCUTION OR SHOCK

THIS GENERATOR SET PRODUCES ELECTRICAL CURRENT. THEREFORE, SAFETY GUIDELINES MUST BE FOLLOWED. IMPROPER USE OF THIS GENERATOR CAN RESULT IN ELECTROCUTION, INJURY OR DEATH. DO NOT OPERATE, SERVICE OR REPAIR THIS GENERATOR UNLESS FULLY QUALIFIED TO DO SO.

THIS GENERATOR SET IS DESIGNED TO BE OPERATED IN DRY CONDITIONS AND FOR OUTDOOR AREAS ONLY. NEVER OPERATE THIS GENERATOR INDOORS. NEVER OPERATE THIS GENERATOR IN RAIN, SNOW, SLEET OR GENERALLY WET CONDITIONS. DAMAGE TO THE GENERATOR, BODILY INJURY, OR DEATH COULD RESULT FROM ELECTROCUTION.

IF THIS GENERATOR IS CONNECTED TO A BUILDING, HOME, BUSINESS, OR ANY OTHER ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT NORMALLY FED BY UTILITY POWER, STEPS MUST BE TAKEN TO INSURE THE GENERATOR OUTPUT AND THE UTILITY POWER ARE POSITIVELY ISOLATED. THIS IS TYPICALLY ACCOMPLISHED THROUGH THE USE OF A PROPERLY INSTALLED TRANSFER SWITCH. FAILURE TO ISOLATE THE UTILITY AND GENERATOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS WILL RESULT IN GENERATOR DAMAGE AND COULD RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH TO UTILITY WORKERS DUE TO THE BACKFEED OF ELECTRICITY.

ENGLISH INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY

Certain States and Jurisdictions require that engine driven equipment be fitted with spark arresting mufflers. Depending on the generator model, spark-arresting mufflers may or may not be fitted. If spark-arresting mufflers are required for your location and the generator muffler is not spark arresting, contact your local dealer for instructions for a retrofit.

SPARK ARRESTING MUFFLER

The exhaust emission control system for this generator complies with the standards set forth by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The respective engine manufacturers administer warranties for the exhaust emission system. Refer to the engine documentation for warranty information.

EXHAUST EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

If the product will be used around flammable materials, such as agricultural crops, forests, brush, grass, or other similar items, then an approved spark arrester should be installed and is legally required in the State of California. The California statutes requiring a spark arrester are Sections 13005(b), 4442 and 4443. Spark Arresters are also required on some U.S. Forest Service land and may also be legally required under other statutes and ordinances. An approved spark arrester is available from our product dealers, or may be ordered from D

EWALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Baltimore,

MD 21286. 1-888-431-6871.

SPARK ARRESTER

NOTICE:

TO AVOID BACKFEEDING INTO UTILITY SYSTEMS, ISOLATION OF THE RESIDENCE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM IS REQUIRED. BEFORE CONNECTION OF A GENERATOR TO THE RESIDENCE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TURN OFF THE MAIN SWITCH. BEFORE MAKING PERMANENT CONNECTIONS A DOUBLE THROW TRANSFER SWITCH MUST BE INSTALLED. TO AVOID ELECTROCUTION OR PROPERTY DAMAGE, ONLY A TRAINED ELECTRICIAN SHOULD CONNECT GENERATOR TO RESIDENCE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. CALIFORNIA LAW REQUIRES ISOLATION OF THE RESIDENCE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM BEFORE CONNECTING A GENERATOR TO RESIDENCE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS. TEMPORARY CONNECTION NOT RECOMMENDED DUE TO BACKFEEDING.

ALWAYS FOLLOW LOCAL CODES AND REGULATIONS THAT APPLY TO THE INSTALLATION OF ANY ITEM THAT CONCERNS THIS PRODUCT.

1. NFPA 70 - National Electrical Code.

2. NFPA 37 - Standard for Installation and Use of

Stationary Combustible Engines.

3. Agricultural Wiring handbook of Farm Standby

Electric Power.

DO NOT MODIFY OR MISAPPLY YOUR GENERATOR SET. OPERATION OF THE GENERATOR OTHER THAN INTENDED COULD RESULT IN GENERATOR SET DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH FROM ELECTROCUTION.

NEVER TOUCH A RECEPTACLE OR BARE WIRE. ELECTROCUTION OR SHOCK COULD RESULT.

RISK OF FIRE OR EXPLOSION

ALWAYS INSURE THAT AT LEAST 6 FEET OF CLEARANCE ON ALL SIDES OF THE GENERATOR ARE MAINTAINED DURING OPERATION. FAILURE TO MAINTAIN PROPER CLEARANCE COULD DAMAGE YOUR GENERATOR AND POTENTIALLY LEAD TO FIRES.

GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND ITS VAPORS ARE EXPLOSIVE. FAILURE TO PROPERLY HANDLE GASOLINE CAN RESULT IN EXPLOSION OR FIRE. DO NOT PERMIT SMOKING WITHIN 50FT OF THIS GENERATOR SET.

NEVER REFILL A HOT GENERATOR WITH FUEL. NEVER REFILL THE GENERATOR WHILE IT IS RUNNING. SPILLAGE ONTO THE ENGINE OR GENERATOR COULD RESULT IN AN EXPLOSION OR FIRE. ALWAYS ALLOW THE GENERATOR SET TO COOL BEFORE REFILLING.

DO NOT STORE THIS GENERATOR SET IN ANY LOCATION WHERE GASOLINE FUMES COULD POTENTIALLY COME INTO CONTACT WITH SPARKS, A PILOT LIGHT OR AN OPEN FLAME. IMPROPER STORAGE OF THIS GENERATOR COULD RESULT IN AN EXPLOSION OR FIRE.

INSPECT THE SPARK ARRESTOR PERIODICALLY. SPARK ARRESTORS ARE REQUIRED IN SOME AREAS AND MINIMIZE THE RISK OF FIRE FROM SPARKS EMMITTED FROM THE EXHAUST.

DO NOT OPERATE THIS GENERATOR IF THE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE EXCEEDS 104ºF/40ºC.

DO NOT EXCEED THE RATED CAPACITY OF THE GENERATOR. THE TOTAL ELECTRICAL LOADS AT EACH OUTLET MUST BE ADDED TO DETERMINE THE TOTAL ELECTRICAL LOAD. THE TOTAL LOAD MUST NOT EXCEED THE RATED CAPACITY OF THE GENERATOR. IF THE DRIVEN APPARATUS DOES NOT LIST WATTAGE, BUT ONLY AMPERAGE, WATTAGE MAY BE DETERMINED BY MULTIPLYING AMPERAGE TIMES VOLTAGE (WATTS = AMPS X VOLTS).

GENERAL SAFETY

Always follow National and Local electrical codes pertaining to generators. All local and national codes supersede rules or information provided in this manual.

REFER TO LOCAL AND NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODES TO DETERMINE GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS AS THIS CAN VARY PER APPLICATION. THE GENERATOR IS GROUNDED INTERNALLY NEUTRAL TO FRAME. WHERE APPLICATIONS REQUIRE EXTERNAL GROUNDING, A CONNECTION MUST BE MADE FROM THE GENERATOR TO A SOLID EARTH GROUND. A CONTINUOUS LENGTH OF SPLICE-FREE COPPER CABLE, NO SMALLER THAN 6 AWG, SHALL BE USED FOR THE CONDUCTOR.

• When moving or transporting this generator, take proper

precautions to avoid fuel spillage. Further, always use common sense when lifting this generator. An adequate number of people and proper lifting methods must be used.

• Do not cover the generator while it is running or

immediately after shutdown. Always allow time to cool down before covering.

• Do not operate this generator unless it is in good

mechanical and electrical condition.

• Always keep hands, body parts, hair and clothing well

away from the rotating parts of the generator.

• Do not start this generator with connected devices turned

“ON”. Always make sure that connected devices are disconnected from the generator or turned “OFF” before starting the generator.

• Generators operating on job or construction sites may be

required to have GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters) receptacles.

• Use only grounded extension cords in good condition and

make sure that the wire size within the extension cords is of sufficient size to safely carry the surge output of the generator.

• Never handle extension cords or electrical circuits if

standing in water or if standing in a damp area.

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RISK OF BODILY INJURY

KEEP HANDS, BODY PARTS, HAIR AND CLOTHING AWAY FROM THE “HOT” PARTS OF THE GENERATOR SET DURING AND AFTER OPERATION. THE EXHAUST SYSTEM, AND THE GENERATOR IN GENERAL, CAN REMAIN VERY HOT EVEN AFTER BEING SHUT DOWN.

DO NOT TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE-GOVERNED SPEED. THE GENERATOR OPERATES AT A NOMINAL SPEED OF 3600 RPM. INCREASES IN SPEED OVER THE 3600 RPM NOMINAL WILL INCREASE THE CHANCE OF PERSONAL INJURY DUE TO ROTATIONAL STRESSES ON THE ROTATING MEMBERS. OPERATION OF THE GENERATOR AT SPEEDS BELOW THE NOMINAL 3600 RPM COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE GENERATOR OR DRIVEN APPARATUS DUE TO LOW VOLTAGE OUTPUT.

BATTERY SAFETY

STORAGE BATTERIES PRODUCE AND RELEASE EXPLOSIVE HYDROGEN GAS WHEN CHARGING. THE SLIGHTEST SPARK, FLAME OR BURNING ASH CAN IGNITE THESE GASES CAUSING A SERIOUS EXPLOSION THAT COULD RESULT IN BLINDNESS OR OTHER SERIOUS INJURIES. WEAR EYE PROTECTION, RUBBER APRON AND RUBBER GLOVES WHEN WORKING AROUND A BATTERY OR PERFORMING BATTERY SERVICE. BATTERY FLUID IS AN EXTREMELY CAUSTIC SULFURIC ACID, WHICH CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS. ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE (-) BATTERY CABLE FROM THE BATTERY BEFORE PERFORMING BATTERY SERVICE OR BEFORE PERFORMING ANY ELECTRICAL SERVICE ON THE GENERATOR OR ENGINE.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

INSPECT THE EXHAUST SYSTEM REGULARLY TO ENSURE IT IS FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. LEAKY EXHAUST SYSTEMS WILL INCREASE NOISE LEVELS.

DIRECT THE “LOUD” SIDES OF THE GENERATOR INTO OPEN SPACES AVOIDING REVERBERATION FROM WALLS OR BUILDINGS THUS AMPLIFYING THE SOUND.

NEVER DRAIN OR DISPOSE OF ENGINE OIL INTO THE GROUND OR DOMESTIC WASTE WATER SYSTEMS.

LIFTING HOOK ASSEMBLY

Attach the lifting hook (A) to the carrier with 3/8 x 2.00” bolts (B) and 3/8 nyloc nuts (C) as shown in the illustration. Tighten the bolts firmly.

RAISING OR SUSPENDING GENERATOR

Failure to properly connect lifting cables, chains or straps can cause property damage, serious injury or death, and void the manufacturer’s warranty.

Always use cables, chains or straps rated at 2000 lbs. working load or more to raise or suspend generator.

Never operate generator while suspended. This could cause property damage, serious injury or death.

DO NOT suspend objects other

than generator from lifting hook.

Make sure all fasteners in frame

and lifting hook are tight.

Route cable, chain or strap through lifting hook (A) as shown. ALWAYS use lifting hook when raising or suspending generator.

Make sure the generator is in a level position before raising or suspending to prevent damage.

NOTICE:

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Accessories

Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available for purchase from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you need assistance in locating any accessory for your tool, please contact DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Baltimore, MD 21286, call 1-888-431-6871 or visit our website www.dewalt.com.

Service Information

Please have the following information available for all service calls: Model Number ____________ Serial Number ___________ Date and Place of Purchase ____________________________

Repairs

To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment should be performed by a DE

WALT factory service center, a DEWALT authorized service center or other qualified service personnel. Always

use identical replacement parts.

Three Year Warranty - U.S.A. and Canada

DEWALT heavy duty generators are warranted for three (3) years from date of purchase in the United States and Canada. We will repair, without charge, any defects due to faulty materials or workmanship. For warranty repair information, call 1-888-431-6871. This warranty does not apply to accessories or damage caused where repairs have been made or attempted by others. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary in certain states or provinces.

One Year Warranty - Mexico

EWALT heavy duty generators are warranted for one (1) year from date of purchase in Mexico. We will repair,

without charge, any defects due to faulty materials or workmanship. For warranty repair information, call 1-888-431-6871. This warranty does not apply to accessories or damage caused where repairs have been made or attempted by others. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary in certain states.

LATIN AMERICA (EXCEPT MEXICO): This warranty does not apply to products sold in Latin America. For products sold in Latin America, see country specific warranty information contained either in the packaging, call the local company or see website for warranty information.

FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are missing, call 1-888-431-6871 for a free replacement.

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FEDERAL EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT

YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS

The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Pramac America, LLC (herein "Pramac America") are pleased to explain the Evaporative Emission Control System (EECS) warranty on your 2011 model year and later generator. New equipment that uses small spark-ignited engines must be designed, built, and equipped to meet stringent anti-smog standards for the federal government. Pramac America must warrant the evaporative emission control system on your generator for the periods of time listed below, provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your generator.

The evaporative emission control system on this generator includes all components whose failure would increase the generator evaporative emissions of any regulated pollutant. These components are listed in the Warranted Parts section of this warranty.

MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE:

This EECS warranty is valid for three years. If, during such warranty period, any evaporative emission-related part on your equipment is found to be defective in materials or workmanship, repairs or replacement will be performed by an authorized Pramac America warranty service center.

OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES:

As the generator owner, you are responsible for performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner's manual. Pramac America recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your generator, but Pramac America cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts. You should, however, be aware that Pramac America may deny you warranty coverage if your generator or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect or improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.

You are responsible for presenting your generator to an authorized Pramac America warranty service center or a distribution center as soon as the problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have a question regarding your warranty coverage, you should call Pramac America Product Service at 1-800-445-1805, Email: generatorservices@powermate.com.

DETAILS OF YOUR WARRANTY

Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as stated below, the warranty on emission-related parts is as follows: (1) Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied, is warranted for the EECS

period stated above. If the part fails during the period of EECS warranty coverage, the part will be repaired or replaced by Pramac America according to Subsection (4) below. Any such part repaired or replaced under EECS warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period.

(2) Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the written instructions supplied, is warranted for the EECS warranty period stated

above. Any such part repaired or replaced under EECS warranty will be warranted for the remaining warranty period.

(3) Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied, is warranted for the period of time

before the first scheduled replacement date for that part. If the part fails before the first scheduled replacement date, the part will be repaired or replaced by Pramac America according to Subsection (4) below. Any such part repaired or replaced under EECS warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement date for the part.

(4) Repair or replacement of any evaporative emissions warranted part under the EECS warranty provisions herein must be performed at an authorized

Pramac America warranty service center at no charge to the owner.

(5) The generator owner will not be charged for diagnostic labor that is directly associated with diagnosis of a defective, emission-related warranted part,

provided that such diagnostic work is performed at an authorized Pramac America warranty service center. (6) Pramac America is liable for damages to other engine or generator components proximately caused by a failure under warranty of any warranted part. (7) Throughout the generator warranty period stated above, Pramac America will maintain a supply of warranted parts sufficient to meet the expected

demand for such parts. (8) Any Pramac America authorized replacement parts may be used in the performance of any EECS warranty maintenance or repairs and must be

provided without charge to the owner. Such use will not reduce the EECS warranty obligations of Pramac America. (9) No modifications, other than those explicitly approved by Pramac America, may be made to the generator. Unapproved modifications void this

EECS warranty and shall be sufficient grounds for disallowing and EECS warranty claim. (10) Pramac America shall not be held liable hereunder for failures of any non-authorized replacement parts, or failures of any authorized parts caused by

the use of non-authorized replacement parts. (11) Notwithstanding the provisions herein, warranty services or repairs will be provided at all of our distribution centers franchised to service the subject

engines or equipment.

WARRANTED PARTS:

The following emission warranty parts list is covered:

Fuel Tank Fuel Cap Fuel Hoses Carbon Canister (if equipped) Vapor Hoses Hose Clamps Hose Connectors Vapor/Fuel Check Valve

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EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM

NOTE: A typical system is shown in this diagram. All emissions related components

are covered by the CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY.

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CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT

YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS

The California Air Resources Board and Pramac America, LLC (herein "Pramac America") are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system (EECS) warranty on your 2008 model year and later generator. In California, new generators must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State's stringent anti-smog standards. Pramac America must warrant the EECS on your generator for the periods of time listed below, provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your generator.

Your EECS includes parts such as fuel tank, fuel hoses, fuel cap, carbon canister, vapor hoses, clamps, connectors, and other emission-related components.

Where a warrantable condition exists, Pramac America will repair your generator at no cost to you including diagnosis, parts and labor.

MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE:

This evaporative emission control system is warranted for three years. The warranty period begins on the date the generator is delivered to an ultimate purchaser.

Pramac America warrants to the ultimate purchaser and any subsequent owner that the generator is (i) designed, built and equipped so as to conform with all applicable regulations; and (ii) free from defects in materials and workmanship that cause the failure of a warranted part to be identical in all material respects to that part as described in Pramac America's application for certification.

If any evaporative emission-related part on your generator is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Pramac America.

OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES:

DETAILS OF YOUR WARRANTY

stated above. If the part fails during the period of warranty coverage, the part will be repaired or replaced by Pramac America according to

Subsection (4) below. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period. (2) Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the written instructions supplied, is warranted for the warranty period stated

above. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remaining warranty period. (3) Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied, is warranted for the period of time

before the first scheduled replacement date for that part. If the part fails before the first scheduled replacement date, the part will be repaired or

replaced by Pramac America according to Subsection (4) below. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the

remainder of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement date for the part. (4) Repair or replacement of any warranted part under the warranty provisions herein must be performed at an authorized Pramac America warranty

service center at no charge to the owner. (5) The generator owner will not be charged for diagnostic labor that is directly associated with diagnosis of a defective, emission-related warranted part,

demand for such parts. (8) Any replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs and must be provided without charge to the owner.

Such use will not reduce the warranty obligations of Pramac America. (9) Add-on or modified parts that are not exempted by the Air Resources Board may not be used. The use of any non-exempted add-on or modified parts

by the ultimate purchaser will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claims. Pramac America will not be liable to warrant failures or warranted parts

caused by the use of a non-exempted add-on or modified part. (10) The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage if the

generator has been abused, neglected or improperly maintained, and such abuse, neglect or improper maintenance was the direct cause of the need for

repair or replacement of the part. (11) Notwithstanding the provisions herein, warranty services or repairs will be provided at all of our distribution centers franchised to service the subject

engines or equipment.

WARRANTED PARTS:

The following emission warranty parts list is covered:

Fuel Tank (except metal fuel tank) Fuel Cap Fuel Hoses Carbon Canister Vapor Hoses Hose Clamps Hose Connectors Vapor/Fuel Check Valve

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INITIAL INSPECTION

Upon receiving your generator set, inspect the product to make sure it is complete and in good condition. Handle with care and place in a suitable site for storage or operation.

GROUND CONNECTION

The generator should be grounded to earth to reduce the risk of electrical shock. To do this you will need a grounding rod and an appropriately sized copper ground wire. Drive the ground rod into the earth, connect one end of the copper wire to the rod and connect the other end to the external ground connection on the generator set. This is a general explanation, consult National and Local electrical codes to ensure compliance.

GENERATOR NEUTRAL BOND

There is a permanent conductor between the generator

(stator winding) and the frame.

BEFORE START-UP

ENGINE FUEL

Use Unleaded Gasoline with minimum Octane 86. Check the fuel gauge and add as necessary.

• SLOWLY ADD UNLEADED GASOLINE TO FUEL TANK

• DO NOT OVERFILL TANK

• DO NOT FILL ABOVE TOP OF FUEL SCREEN. THIS WILL ALLOW EXPANSION IN HOT WEATHER AND PREVENT OVERFLOW.

ENGINE OIL

The engine manual or other information provided by the engine manufacturer supersedes data provided here. Proper oil grade varies with climate. The grade listed in the table is typically a good grade but consult the engine manual to verify proper grade. The oil fill ports are located on both sides of the engine. The gray filler cap has an integral dipstick. Add the proper amount of oil and check the level using the dipstick. NOTE: The dipstick should be placed into the filler opening but not screwed in to check the level.

STARTING BATTERY (Electric Start Models Only)

The starting battery should be rated at 12V-18AH (12V-34AH for DXGN14000). The battery is fully charged if a voltage of

13.7VDC is measured across the terminals using a DC Voltmeter.

POSITIONING

• Place the generator set on a flat and solid surface to

prevent it from sinking.

• Keep fuel, oil or other flammable or combustible materials at a safe distance from the generator set.

• Select a site that is well ventilated and protected from the weather.

• Place the generator set safely away from people and animals.

TILTING CAN

CAUSE FUEL SPILLAGE

OPERATION

Check the engine oil before each use. Never operate the generator set with insufficient oil.

GENERATOR SET OVERLOAD

Do not exceed the rated load of the generator set when operating continuously. Before connecting items to the generator set, determine the total electrical requirements of the products to be connected. The requirement of each item is generally given on the manufacturer’s nameplate. Following is a list of commonly used items and typical requirements. Use this list as a guideline only if no other data is available.

OPERATION

GENERAL INFORMATION

This manual has been prepared to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of this product. Study the information provided carefully to avoid problems associated with improper application or maintenance. Upon receipt of your generator, verify that it is complete and in good condition.

The generator is comprised of a 4 stroke, air-cooled engine directly coupled to a 2 pole alternator producing either 125VAC or 125/250VAC depending on model. The no-load speed is approximately 3750rpm with the speed under load going to approximately 3600rpm thus producing a frequency of 60Hz.

ENGINE HP Oil Capacity Grade Honda GX270 8.5 1.16 qt (1.1 l) API SJ SAE 10W-30 Honda GX340 10.7 1.16 qt (1.1 l) API SJ SAE 10W-30 Honda GX390 11.7 1.16 qt (1.1 l) API SJ SAE 10W-30 Honda GX630 20.2 2.1 qt (2.0 l) API SJ SAE 10W-30

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