Firman P03602 Owner's Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
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Read all safety precautions and instructions carefully
before operating equipment.
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any maintenance or service.
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Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
PORTABLE GENERATOR
MODEL NUMBER
P03602
P/N:336745450
Rev Level:00
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INFORMATION
Table of Contents
Page 01
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
UNPACKING THE GENERATOR. . . . . . . . . . .6
Parts Included. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
REMOVAL OF SHIPPING SUPPORTS. . . . . .7
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Install the Wheel Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Install the Support Leg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Install the Handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Controls and features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Generator. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Control Panel. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Specifications. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Add engine oil . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Low oil shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Add fuel . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Operation at high altitude . . . . . . . . . . .13
Grounding. . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .14
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 15
Generator Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Surge Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .15
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 16
Connecting Electrical Loads . . . . . . . .. . . 17
Stopping the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Low Oil Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Do Not Overload Generator . . . . . . . . . . . 18
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE. . . . . . . . . 19
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Engine Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Change Engine Oil . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 20
Air Filter Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Spark Plug Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Cleaning Fuel Strainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
. . . . 22Inspect Muffler and Spark Arrester
Generator Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Service And Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Parts Diagram and Parts List . . . . . . . . . . 2 5
Parts Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Service information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 27
Thank you for purchasing a FIRMAN generator.
This manual covers operation and maintenance of the FIRMAN generators. All information in this
publication is based on the latest production information available at the time of approval for printing.
The manufacture reserves the right to change, alter or other wise improve the generator and this
documentation at any time without prior change.
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This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated
with generator products and how to avoid them. This generator is designed and intended only
for supplying electrical power for operating compatible electrical lighting, appliances, tools and
motor loads, and is not intended for any other purpose. It is important that you read and
understand these instructions thoroughly before attempting to start or operate this equipment.
Save these original instructions for future reference.
Important Safety Information
The manufacturer cannot possibly anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a
hazard. The warnings in this manual and the tags and decals affixed to the unit are therefore not
all-inclusive. If you use a procedure, work method or operating technique that the manufacturer
does not specifically recommend you must satisfy yourself that it is safe for you and others. You
must also make sure that the procedure work method or operating technique that you choose
does not render the generator unsafe.
SAFETY INFORMATION
DANGER WARNING CAUTION
DANGER indicates a
potentially hazardous
situation which, if not
avoided. WILL result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a
potentially hazardous
situation which, if not
avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a
potentially hazardous
situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor
or moderate personal injury,
or property damage.
Toxic Fumes
Fire Hazard
Hot Surface.
Do Not Touch the Surface.
Kickback
Risk of Electric Shock
Explosion Hazard
Rotating Parts Entanglement
Hazard
Operator’s Manual
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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WARNING
POISONOUS GAS HAZARD.
Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, a poisonous gas that
could kill you in minutes. You
CANNOT smell it, see it, or taste
it. Even if you do not smell exhaust
fumes, you could still be exposed
to carbon monoxide gas.
Operate this product ONLY outside far away
from windows, doors and vents to reduce
the risk of carbon monoxide gas from
accumulating and potentially being drawn
towards occupied spaces.
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Install battery-operated carbon monoxide
alarms or plug-in carbon monoxide alarms
with battery back-up according to the
manufacturer’s instructions. Smoke alarms
cannot detect carbon monoxide gas.
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DO NOT run this product inside homes,
garages, basements, crawlspaces, sheds, or
other partially-enclosed spaces even if using
fans or opening doors and windows for
ventilation. Carbon monoxide can quickly
build up in these spaces and can linger for
hours, even after this product has shut off.
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ALWAYS place this product downwind and
po in t th e en gi ne e xh au st a wa y f ro m
occupied spaces. If you start to feel sick,
dizzy, or weak while using this product, shut
it off and get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY. See a
doctor. You may have carbon monoxide
poisoning.
Avoid other generator hazards.
READ MANUAL BEFORE USE.
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive
harm.
WARNING
Certain components in this product and related
accessories contain chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
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If you start to feel sick, dizzy or weak
while using the portable generator, you
may ha ve carbo n m onoxi de poiso ning.
Get out side to fresh air immediately and
call 911 for emergency medical attention.
Very high levels of CO can rapidly cause
victims to lose consciousness before they
can rescue themselves. DO NOT attempt to
shut off the generator before moving to
fresh air. Entering an enclosed space where
a generator is or has been running may put
you at greater risk of CO poisoning.
CORRECT USAGE
Example location to reduce risk of carbon
monoxide poisoning
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ONLY use outside and downwind, far away
from windows, doors and vents.
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Direct exhaust away from occupied spaces.
INCORRECT USAGE
Do not operate in any of the following
locations:
Near any door, window or vent/Garage/Basement
Crawl Space/Living Area/Attic/Entry Way/Porch
Mudroom
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WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT
DO NOT operate this product inside any
building, carport, porch, mobile equipment,
marine applications, or enclosure.
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DO NOT tip engine or equipment at angle
which causes fuel to spill.
DO NOT stop engine by moving choke
control to “Start” position.
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WHEN TRANSPORTING, MOVING
OR REPAIRING EQUIPMENT
Transport/move/repair with fuel tank
EMPTY or with fuel shutoff valve OFF.
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DO NOT tip engine or equipment at angle
which causes fuel to spill.
Disconnect spark plug wire.
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WHEN STORING FUEL OR EQUIPMENT
WITH FUEL IN TANK
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Store away from furnaces, stoves, water
heaters, clothes dryers, or other appliances
that have pilot light or other ignition source
because they could ignite fuel vapors.
WARNING
This generator does not meet U. S. Coast
Guard Regulation 33CFR-183 and should not
be used on marine applications.
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Failure to use the appropriate U. S. Coast
Guard approved generator could result in
death or serious injury and/or property
damage.
WARNING
Generator voltage could cause
electrical shock or burn resulting
in death or serious injury.
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WARNING
St a rt e r c ord k ic k ba c k ( rap id
retraction) will pull hand and arm
toward engine faster than you can
let go which could cause broken
bo nes , fr act ur es , bru is es, o r
sprains resulting in serious injury.
When starting engine, pull cord slowly until
resistance is felt and then pull rapidly to
avoid kickback.
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NEVER start or stop engine with electrical
devices plugged in and turned on.
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable
and explosive which could cause burns, fire,
or explosion resulting in death or serious
injury and/or property damage.
WHEN ADDING OR DRAINING FUEL
Turn generator engine OFF and let it cool at
least 2 minutes before removing fuel cap.
Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in tank.
Fill or drain fuel tank outdoors.
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DO NOT overfill tank. Allow space for fuel
expansion.
If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before
starting engine.
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Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames,
pilot lights, heat, and other ignition sources.
Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fittings
frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace if
necessary.
DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.
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WHEN STARTING EQUIPMENT
Ensure spark plug, muffler, fuel cap, and air
cleaner are in place.
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DO NOT crank engine with spark plug
removed.
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Use approved transfer equipment, suitable
for the intended use, to prevent backfeed by
isolating generator from electric utility
workers.
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WARNING
Unintentional sparking
could cause fire or
electric shock resulting
in death or serious
injury.
WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO
YOUR GENERATOR
Disconnect the spark plug wire from the
spark plug and place the wire where it cannot
contact spark plug.
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WHEN TESTING FOR ENGINE SPARK
Use approved spark plug tester.
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DO NOT check for spark with spark plug
removed.
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WARNING
Starter and other rotating parts
could entangle hands, hair,
c l o t h i n g , o r ac c e s s o r i e s
resulting in serious injury.
NEVER operate generator without protective
housing or covers.
DO NOT wear loose clothing, jewelry or
anything that could be caught in the starter
or other rotating parts.
Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.
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Excessively high operating speeds could result
in minor injury. Excessively low operating speeds
impose a heavy load.
DO NOT tamper with governor spring, links or
ot her p art s to in cre as e engi ne sp ee d.
Generator supplies correct rated frequency
and voltage when running at governed speed.
DO NOT modify generator in any way.
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DO NOT exceed the generator’s wattage
amperage capacity.
Start generator and let engine stabilize
before connecting electrical loads.
NOTE:
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CAUTION
Exceeding generators wattage/amperage capacity
could damage generator and/or electrical devices
connected to it.
Connect electrical loads in OFF position,
then turn ON for operation.
Turn electrical loads OFF and disconnect
from generator before stopping generator.
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DO NOT use generator with electrical cords
which are worn, frayed, bare or otherwise
damaged.
DO NOT operate generator in the rain or
wet weather.
DO NOT handle generator or electrical
cords while standing in water, while
barefoot, or while hands or feet are wet.
DO NOT allow unqualified persons or
children to operate or service generator.
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WARNING
Exhaust heat/gases could ignite combustibles,
structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire,
resulting in death or serious injury and/or
property damage.
Contact with muffler area could cause burns
resulting in serious injury.
DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot
exhaust gases.
Allow equipment to cool before touching.
It is a violation of California Public Resource
Code, Section 4442, to use or operate the
engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered,
or grass-covered land unless the exhaust
system is equipped with a spark arrester, as
defined in Section 4442, maintained in
effective working order. Other states or
federal jurisdictions may have similar laws.
Contact the original equipment manufacturer,
retailer, or dealer to obtain a spark arrester
designed for the exhaust system installed on
this engine.
Replacement parts must be the same and
installed in the same position as the original
parts.
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When using generator for backup power,
notify utility company.
Use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
in any damp or highly conductive area,
such as metal decking or steel work.
DO NOT touch bare wires or receptacles.
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Use generator only for intended uses.
If you have questions about intended use,
ask dealer or contact local service center.
Operate generator only on level surfaces.
DO NOT expose generator to excessive
moisture, dust, dirt, or corrosive vapors.
DO NOT insert any objects through cooling
slots.
If connected devices overheat, turn them off
and disconnect them from generator.
Shut off generator if:
-electrical output is lost;
-equipment sparks, smokes, or emits flames;
-unit vibrates excessively.
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WARNING
Medical and Life Support Uses.
In case of emergency, call 911 immediately.
NEVER use this product to power life support
devices or life support appliances.
NEVER use this product to power medical
devices or medical appliances.
Inform your electricity provider immediately
if you or anyone in your household depends
on electrical equipment to live.
Inform your electrical provider immediately
if a loss of power would cause you or anyone
in your household to experience a medical
emergency.
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NOTE:
Improper treatment of generator could damage
it and shorten its life.
UNPACKING THE GENERATOR
Open carton and Remove packaging materials.
Remove generator, accessories boxes, and
literature from carton. If any items are missing
or damaged, contact our product service
department at 1-844-347-6261.
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Parts Included
Your gasoline powered generator ships with
the following parts:
1. Axle pin . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
2. 8.0" in. Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
3. Cotter pin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
4. Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .600 mL (20.3 oz)
5. Oil Funnel . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
6. Wrench for Spark plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
7. Double Open wrench (10mm & 13mm). . . . 1
8. Double Open wrench (10mm & 13mm). . . . 1
9. Support Leg with Vibration Mounts . . . . . . 1
10. Flange Bolt (M8x16 for Support Leg) . . . . 2
11. Flange Lock Nut (M8) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
12. Handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 1
14. Flange Bolt (M8x45 for Handle) . . . . . . . . . 2
15. Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 1
2
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Manual
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REMOVAL OF SHIPPING SUPPORTS
Before you can run your new generator, follow
these simple instructions:
The following items must be removed before
running your new generator. In order to protect
your generator these items have been added to
ensure safe delivery of your new generator.
CAUTION
Failure to remove these items can result
in damage to your generator, possible
Personal injury and void your warranty.
Refer to the following instructions and pictures
to remove the attached engine support brackets
(red) under the engine.
1. Before filling the engine oil, tip the generator
back onto its recoil frame end as indicated in
this picture. Place the generator on the flattened
cardboard box or other protective surface.
2. Remove the indicated bolts and nuts from the
red engine support brackets. You may use the
appropriate wrenches provided.
3. You may discard this brackets, as it is no longer
required for normal operation of your generator.
Your generator is now ready for use. Refer to
your owner's manual for proper oil fill and
startup instructions.
Engine Support Bracket
Remove these 4 nuts &
bolts as indicated.
Supplied wrenches
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Install the Wheel Kit
[CAUTION]
The wheel kit is not intended for over-the-road
use.
Install the Support Leg
ASSEMBLY
Install the Handle
1. Place the handle K over the mounting channel
on the frame.
2. Secure the handle to the frame using the two
handle flange bolts H(M8x45).
3. Place a flange nut F (M8) on the end of each
bolt and fasten securely with provided
wrenches.
DO NOT over tighten the flange nuts.
A
B
C
F
F
The generator requires some assembly priorto
usage. If problem arise when assembling the
generator, call 1-844-347-6261.
E
G
H
K
1. Before adding wheels, tip the generator on
it’s side.
2. Slide the axle pin(A) through the wheel.
3. Slide the axle pin(A) through the mount point
on the frame.
4. Secure the wheel and axle pin with the cotter
pin C.
5. Repeat steps 2-4 to attach another wheel.
1. Attach the support leg G to the generator
frame with flange bolts E (M8x16) and flange
lock nuts F(M8).
2. Tip the generator slowly so that it rests
on the wheels and support leg.
3.Tighten bolt E and nut F with provide
wrenches
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Generator
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②
③
④
⑤
⑥
⑦
⑧
⑨
⑩
⑪
⑫
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1- Fuel Gauge
2- 5.0 Gallon Capacity Fuel Tank
3- Fuel Cap
4- Choke Lever
5- Fuel Valve
6- Air Filter
7- 208cc FIRMAN OHV Engine
8- Recoil Starter
9- 8.0" Flat Free Wheel
10- Oil Filler Cap
11- Outlet Cover
12- Control Panel
13- Handle
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