Porter Cable BSV750-W-3, BSV750-W-2, BSV750-W-1, BSV750-W Owner’s Manual

Instruction

manual

Model

BSV750

Generator

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IMPORTANT

Please make certain that the person who is
to use this equipment carefully reads and

understands these instructions before

starting operations

The Model and SenaJ NO plate ts located on the [tame

Record these numbers _nthe spaces below and retain for

future reference

Model NO

Type

Senal No

Part No 029525-038-0

• Please read and follow these instructions for proper use and maintenance.

• If you experience any problems and need assistance, please call us at our toll
free number 1-888-559-8550, Monday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. To 6:00

p.m.C.S.T.

• If repair or service part purchase is required, our many Authorized Warranty

Service Centers are conveniently located and equipped to handle all in-
warranty and out*of-warranty service.

• For the location of the nearest Authorized Warranty Service Center call

1-888-559-8550, Ext. 2, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

• Retain sales receipt as proof of purchase for warranty service.

• Read and understand all safety warnings.

• DO not operate this unit until you have read and understand this Owners

Manual for Safety, Operation, and Maintenance Instructions.

• Do not operate this unit until you have read and understand the Engine

Owners Manual for Safety, Operation, and Maintenance Instructions.

Note: Photographs and line drawings used inthis manual are for reference only and
do not represent a specific model.

Read Operators ManuaJ, Do not operate equipmer_t until you have _ead

Instruotions_

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 arrester, as
defined in section 4442, and maintained in effective working order, Spark arrester are also

required on some U.S. Forest Service land and may also be legally required under other
statutes and ordinances,

operators Manual for Safety, Assembly, Operafion_ and Maintenance

This product may not be equipped with a spark arresting muffler. If the

product is not equipped and will be used around flammable materials, or

Engine exhaust contains chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause

cancer_ birth defects or other reproductive harm.

D29525 2-ENG

Thismanualcontainsinformationthatisimportantforyoutoknowandunderstand,Thisinform
mationrelatestoprotectingYOURSAFETYandPREVENTINGEQUIPMENTPROBLEMS, To

help you recognize this information, we use the symbols below, Please read the manual and
pay attention to these sections,

indicates an imminently I_tzardous situation which, if not avoided_ will result in

death or serious inju£4

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

used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided_ may result in property damage,

Improper operation or maintenance of this product could result in serious

operating instructions before using.

HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT

Attempting to

connect generator
directly to the

electrical system
of any building

structure.

injury and property damage. Read and understand all warnings and

RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE

Back feeding electricity through
a building's electrical system to

the outside utility feed lines
could endanger repair persons

Never backfeed electricity
through a structure's electrical

system.

attempting to restore service.

3-ENG D29525

HAZARD

Operation of
generator in rain_

wet, iGy_or

flooded

conditions,

Use of worn,
damaged, undet-

si_.edor un-
grounded exten-

sion cords.

RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE

(Continued)

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Wa[er i8 an excellent conductor

t_felectricity!WaLer which comes

in conLac[ with ele_£rically

charged components ca_
transmit elsoLriciLy 1o the Frame

and o£her surfaces, resa;Iting in
electrical shock Loanyone co;t-

lacting them.

Use t_f undersize extension
cords could resul£ iR overhe_tkrg
t_f Live wire8 or stLaohe_ i[ert_8,

resulLing in fie.

Opera[e genera[or in a clean, dry,

well ver%il_[ed area. Make r_re
handsare dry before touching

uni£.

Use proper size (wire gauge}
cordsst for appli_[ion see char£

in the Assertlbly section of £his

f_lanlJ_l.

HOW TO PREVENT iT

Placing generator
on or against

highly conductive
surPaGel 8uGb a8 8

steel walkway or

metal roof.

Improper
conne_"tionof

Acciden[al leakage of elec£rical

cL;rrent coL;Id charge conductive

surfaces in con[ao£ with £he
generator.

i_ms to

generator.

Shock_ .

OpePstion of unit
when damaged,

or wi_ guards or
panels removed.

D29525 _ENG

A[te_npting to use the uni[ Do nt_t opera[e generator with
when it has been dar_'_aged,or r_'_sohanicalor elecLrical

when it is not functioning problert=. Have uni[ repeire_ by
norrt_ally co_;Id resul[ in fire or an AL;[horize_ Servico Cen£er.

electrooution.

Place generaLor on low conduc _
tiviLy surface such 88 a concre[e
slab.

ALWAYS operate generator a
minin=urn of six feel Fromany

co_dL_ctive sur[ace.

RISK OF FIRE

HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT

Attempting to
fill the fuel tank

while the engine

is running,

G_soline _ed gasoline vapor@

can become ignited by coming

in conl_ct wiLhhoLcornpo_vents

such as £hef_tuffler, engine
exhaust ge.see, or from an

Turn engine off and allow if [o

cool before adding fuel to the

tank. EqL_iparea of operation

with a fire extingL_isher certified

[o handle gasoline or &_elfires.

ele_£rical spark.

Sparks__m, hot
obi_ta

Improper _oPage
of fuel

InadeClUata

ventilation for

generator

Tampering with

fac'tary set
engine speed

settings,

Overfilling the fuel
tank - fuel

@pillage.

Improperly stored fuel could
lead [o accidental ignition. Fuel

inlp_pedy secur_ could ge£
into the hands oFchildren or

t_£herunqualified persons.

{_ ;f65r feet from _i_ bLiilair,_ _5 #ci

Store fuel in a OSHA approved
container designed [o hold

gasoline. Store conl_iner in se-
cure location to pre,.'en[ use by
t_thers.

W_!lver=tilatsda_a _ ini_i_m _f

#ONF!NED A@_

ing _v_i!i_ii_g _5_ _ib!_ i_

Engine speed h_s been fac[ory

set to provide 8_fe operation.
Tampering with Liveengine speed

adjus£mer_t could resul£in
overheating of at_achnler_L'_and
could cause a rite.

Never _Eer_lpL LO "speed-up"

Live engine 1o obtain more per-

forr_lanoe. Both the outpL_£

voltage and FreqL_ency will be

thrown oL_£of 8_andard by this

practice, endangering

_£tach_nenLs and Live user.

_n_o _ _=

5ENG D2£525

RISK OF INJURY AND PROPERLY
DAMAGE WHEN TRANSPORTING

GENERATOR

HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT

Fire, Inhala_onj
Damage to

Vehicle Surfaces

Fuel or oil c_n le,_kor spilland

could r_sL_ltin fire or breaLhing

hazard, _erioL_sinjury or de,_th

can resulL Fuelor oil leaks will
damage carpet, paint oroLher

8L_rrace_in vehicles or Lrailers.

I_generaLor is equipped wiLh a

fuel 81_ut-oT_valve, tl._rnthe valve

Lo¸Liveoff position he,re

LransporLing[o avoid _el leaks.

I_gerler_Lor is noLequipp_ with

_L¸fuelshl._orl "vaive, dr;:ti_the

fuel from ¸Lankbefore transport-

ing. Tn_sporL fuel orlly in arl

OSHA approved conLaine_

AIw_L_ place generator o_ a

proLecLive rn_Ltwhen trades,fL-

ing to p_tect against darTlageto

vehicle frorTi le-_ks.Remove

gener_Lor from vehicle irTimedi-

_[ely L_ponarrival aLyoL_rdesti-

riatiori.

RISK OF BREATHING - INHALATION
HAZARD

HAZARD

WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT

Gasoline
engines I_Odu_e

toxic carbon

monoxide

exhaust fumes,

I_'_!1_ ;]; II_[_

RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION I

HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT

Operation of
generator in

€endless manner

All so_rces o7energy include the

potential _or inj_ry. Un_re

operatiori or rnairltenance of _l._f
genera[or could lead [o _eriou_

injuryor de_th Loyou or others.

,, Review =_d _nderstand all o_

the o_rati_g i_trL_tio_s a_d
warnings in¸tHisn_a_L_al.

,, Become _miliar with the oper_

aLiona_d _trols o7the
gen_rato_ I_ow How Loshut iL
o77qL_ickl_

* Equip area of operation with a

fi_eextinguisher _rtified to
handle gasolineor fuel fi_es.

* Keep childre_or othersarray

¸from the generator at all times.

D29525 6ENG

HAZARD

Operationof

voltage

sensitiveappli-
anoeswithouta

voltagesurge

prote_or

RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION

(Continued)

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

HOW TO PREVENT IT

Raising or
suspending

generator8

equipped with

lift rings
improperly

Operating Genera[or will not operate Never opere[e ge_erator while
generator while properlyan_ will c_use _arnage suspsn_ed or inan unlevel

suspended [o LivegenereLor an_ could positio_. Always opereLe

HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT

GeneraLorcould _all causing

serious ir=jup!or de4_Lhto you or
o[l_ers.

cause serious i_jury or de4t£hto gener_[e on a riM[, level surface.
you or others.

RISK OF HOT SURFACES

AIw_ t_8_proper conn_chg

procedures as desodpsd in this

rr=anualwhen conneoLing cables,

chains, or straps for r_ising or

suspsnding genera[ors equipped

with Ii_tdngs.

co.ta_ _ _of

engine and _ _rl_iii_ exha_i _o_pbii_r=_

components.generat°r i _Oe_

/ENG D2£525

Conta_twi_

movingparts

canresultin
seriousiniulry,

HAZARD

Lifting a very
heavy object.

RISK OF MOVING PARTS

1he gsnerdtor conl_ins p_trts
which roLaLe _L high speed d_ring

oper_tLion. Thee p_zrl_ _tre
covered by g_arding Lo prevent

injury, WHAT CAN HAPPEN

RISK FROM LIFTING

HOW TO PREVENT IT

Never operate gener_tLor wiLh

gL_arding or cover plates

remov_,d. Avoid wearing loo,se
filling cloLhing or jewelry which

could be c_ught by rrovil_g parLs.

MODEL

HORSE POWER
RATED/SURGE WAll'S

VOLTAGE

AMPERAGE

PHASE
FREQUENCY

ENGINE SPEED
MAX, AMBIENT TEMP
FUEL CAPACITY
RUN TIME @ 50%/100%

D29525 8ENG

BSV750

13.D

7500/10,750

120/240

62.5/31,25A
SINGLE

60 Hz
3600 RPM
104_ F
7 GALLONS

9.4/5.4 HRS

Read this manual. Do not attempt to operate equipment
until you have read this Manual for Safety, Operation, and

Maintenance Ins_'uctions.
NOTE: This manual is a general manual. Information in this manual may or

may not pertain to your model. Please read carefully.
NOTE: Left and right describes the location of a part with the operator

facing the outlet panel,

REMOVE GENERATOR FROM CARTON

. Open carton fromtop.

. Cut carton along dotted lines.

. Removeall carton inserts.
. Removegeneratorthrough openingin

carton.

. Removeshippingblock(s)from under the

gen head. Unscrew boltls } and remove the
shippingblock(s). It is very important that

this is removed before starting your
generator.

. !If equipped} See portability Kit instructions

to assemble the portability k_t.

OTHER LOOSE PARTS

1. Oil is supplied, see engineoperators manual for correct procedure to add oil
and fuel to engine.

2. The Iook_ngplugs maybe used when needed or required.

i

The locking plugs are to be installed and/or used in

accordance with appropriate local electrical code

regulations. Refer to instruc_ons enclosed with each plug for proper
ins_ll_ion.

3. 12V DO cables to be used with the 12V DC outlets. See Operation section.

IMPORTANT: B_ore any attempt to _art your generator be sure to check engine
oil (See Engine Operator's manual)

GROUNDING THE GENERATOR

A grounding lug issupplied with the generator for

use when requiredby local electrical ordinances.
Referto article 250 of the National Electrical Code

to olari_/any needed grounding information. Your
local eleatno company or a certified electrician

shouldbe able to help you with this information.

9ENG D2_525

TYPICAL INSTALLATION OF BATTERY
. Recommended Batteryfor Electnc Start: 12V - 45 A H. or 210 CCA (Cold

Cranking Amps)
Purchase battery and battery hardware separately, not included with unit.

_. Place battery in Packwith terminals facing to-

wards generator head.

2. Place battery bracket (A) over battery as
shown in Figure (opposite battery terminals),

3. Place 'L' bolt (B) through top and bottom
brackets and securewith wing nut (C).

4,

Locate the solenoidon the left side
of the unit.

5.

Remove the nut from the solenoid
poet and place one end of the posi-

tive (red) battery cable onto the
poet. Reassemble nut and tighten

securely.

Lawn & Garden batteries can
come in two terminal _ -- _ -_- []

configurations. The Positive (+) and NegaBve (-)
terminals can be oriented so that _ey are +/-
or -/+, See Figure. In the unlikely event th_ the

battery terminals are unmarked, we
recommend that you return the battery to the

retailer for exchange for a properly marked
battery or let an authorized service center inet_ll the b_'_teryfor you. Failure

to connect the battery properly can possibly cause bodily injury. In addition,
extensive engine electrical damage not covered under warranty can result.

6. Attach the other end of the positive
Ired) battery cable to the positive 0)
terminal on the battery.

TO Prevent sparks

connect the red

IMPORTANT: See caution before

connecting cable to battery.

_-t e_ Cable

_osiBve) cable to the positive (+)
terminal before connecting the black

negative cable,

7. Attach one end of the negative

Iblack) cable to the negative (-)
terminal on the battery.

8. Attach the other end of the negative
(black) cable to the frame as shown,

Install the star washer between the
cableand the frame.

D'29525 10 ENG

OBTAINING ELECTRICITY FROM THE GENERATOR

There are baalcally 2 ways to obtain electricity from a generetor:

1. Use of extension cords directly from the generetor to the appliance, lights,
tools, etc.

2. Use of a double-throw transfer switch installed directly to the main electdc._l
supply outalde of house.

EXTENSION CORDS

When using an appliance or tool at a consider_abledistance from the generator, a
3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade groundingplug and a 3-alot receptacle
that accepts the tool's plug MUST be used in orderto reduce the risk of

electricalshock. A cord of adequate size must be used. Using the following chart
to determine the minimum wire alze required.

Extension Cord Wire Gauge Chart

Cord Wire Gauge

Length Size Amperage

0 to log ft. 12 ga. *Up to 20 amp draw
0 to log ft. 10 ga. Up to 30 amp draw

*NOTE: When amperage exceeds 20 amp; a 12 gauge sxtenalon cord should
not be used for long distances.

An extension cord that is hot to the touch is overloaded.

Repair or replace damaged extension cords immediately.

DOUBLE THROW TRANSFER SWITCH

I_,_"_"_11 Pctential hazards e×is_when a portableelectdc gener_atoris

connected to the main electrical supply coming into the house.
It is at that point that the clerical generator could feed back into the utility
company's system c._usingpossible electrocution of workers who are repairing

the electricallines.

TOavoid back:feeding of electricity into utility systems, a double-threw transfer
switch must be installed between the generetor and utility power. The Double-

Threw Transfer Switch shouldbe installed by a licensed electrician and in com-
pliance with all state and local electrical codes. I_/hen installing a Double-

Throw 1PansferSwitch, a minimum of 10 gauge wiring must be used.)

The electrician shouldalso install a sub-panel to isolate the circuitsyou would
want to use during an emergency or electric.al power outage. Your generator will

not be large enoughto handle the load of all the lights, appliances, _ etc. at
one time. TOselect which items to tun during the electrical power outage, see

Wattage Calculation section in this manual,

1_ ENG D2_525

KNOW YOUR GENERATOR

ReadthisGeneralManualand _,afe_ Rulesbeforeoperal_onofyourGenerator.
Comparethe f]lustratfoninyourpartsmanualwithyourgeneratorto familiarizeyourselfwith

the [coatlano_variouscorr_olsandaajustmerts.Saveall manualsforf_ure references.

GENERATOR CAPACITY

IMPORTANT:Exceedingthe _ed capacityofyourgeneratorcanresultinset,cos damage
toyour generatorandconnectedeleetdca[de_icss.SeetheWattageCalculationsectionin

thisrnanua[to assistyou in¢Jstsrmintng_heappliancesandtools thatcanbe runwiththe
wattagecabecityof yourgenerater.

CIRCUIT BREAI_RS

Eachreceptaclehasacircuitbrier to brot_;t the generatorfromovedoacJing.Ifthe circuit
bt_,kertrtp_,unblugallel_,_'rical[cadsfrom thegenerator. Letthe circuitbreakercool

down.Pushcircuitbrier bLntonto re_t.

LOW OIL PROTECTION

3"Yourgenerator engine is equipped with Low Oil Shutdown. Low Oil Shutdown
is a safety device designed to protect your engine from damage in the event the

oil level in the crankcase is low.
II'while the engine is running, the oil gets low, it will automatically shut itself

down and will not restart until the oil is added. If the oil is low before sta_-up,
the generator will not start until oil is added.

NOTE: The LOWOil Shutdown mechanism is very sensitive.YOUmust fill the
engineto the full mark on the dipstick: to inactivate this safety device.

OFF/RUN/START SWITCH

Placed in the STALE position to start engine and the OFF position to stop
engine. NOTE: When engine is running switchwill remain in the run position.

IDLE CONTROL

Choose the correct application.

1. For nomlal application such as power tools, small eleotIfc appliances, light

bulbs, and radios:
Place the idle control switch inthe ON position. Thegenerator willidle down

when there is no load. This lowers the engine noise, saves on
fuel consumption, and engine life.

Idling down IS NOT recommend on large motors (refIfgeretors,
freezers, etc) or voltage sensitive electronic equipment

!computsrs, televisions, etc). For these applications:
Place the idle controlswitch inthe OFF position.

L_

IL

D29525 12 ENG

12V DC OUTLET

IMPORTANT: Allow generator to run at no load for 5 minutes upon each initial
start-up to allow engine to stabilize.

IMPORTANT: When _e unit is running the baf_terywill charge. DO NOT
connect the 12V DC cables to the genera/cor'ebattery.

To charge battery:.

1,

Using the 12V DO cables supplied,connectthe red positive _) 12V DC cable

to the battery s positive (_) terminal,

5,

Attach the other end of the red positive (_) 12V DO cable to
the generators positive _) 12V DC outlet,

3,

Connect the black negative (-} 12V DO cable to the batterY's
negative (-)terminal,

4,

Attach the other end of the black negative(-) 12V DO cable to
the generators negative (-} 12V DO outlet.

5,

Charge the batter/ according to battery or equipment manufacturer
recommendations,

BEFORE START UP

Thisgeneratorhas beenshippedfromthefactorywithoutoilinthe

crankcase.Opera'shgthe unitwithoutoilcan damage_e engine.

Alwaysch_k engineoil k_velbeforeeverystart.Runningengine

lowof oil oroutofoilcouldresultineadousdamagetothe engine.

FO]IOwthe stsp_listedbelowbeforestartinggenerator:

1. Oh_: asgtneoiL Referto theEr_gtneOperator'sManual_r _j_/
correctgradeBradquanta/of oil. _,

2. Check:fuel Is,tel. fill as required. Make suregenerator ts _ j
_urnedoffand has been el[c_vedtime to coo]down.Use

clean,fresh,regularunleadedgasolinewitha minimumof87
oota_e. Donotmixoilwith gasoline.

F,_.I:_,'I_'_ _1 Neverfill fuel tank cornPletely• RI'tonkto _/_

1/;2"belowthe bottomofthe fillorneckto

providespacefor fuel expansion.Wipeanyfuel spillagefrom

engiseand equipmentbeforestartingengine.

Neverfillfueltank indoors.Neverfill fuel tank whenengine is

runningor hot.DOnotsmokewhen fillingfeel tank.

Neverrunengineindoorsorin enclosed,poorventilated areas,en-
gineexhaustcontainscarbonmooo:dbe,an odorlessand deadly

gas,

3. Makesuregeneratorisgroundedinacoor_ancs_h local rer._uirements.

4. All s[eT,i'ricalloadsMUSTbe_iscenneoted.
5, The idle control switch Mu83r be in the OFF position,

Enginespeedhasbeenfactory setto providesafeoparagon.

Tamperingwith theenginespeedadjustmentcouldresultin over-

heatingof attachmentsand couldcause afire. Neverattemptto "speed-up" the en-
giseto obtainmoreparfoffnance. Bo'lhthooutputvoltageandfrequencywillbe

thrown out ofstanda_ bythisprac'dce,endangeringattachmentsandthe user.

YouMUSTunpluganyloadfromthe generatorbeforestarUngto

preventpermanent damageto anyappliances.

13 ENG D2_525

TO START THE ENGINE

Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poor ventilated

areas, engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an

odorless and deadly gas.
1+ Openthe fuel shut-off valve.

2+ Move the choke control located on the engineto the '_Choke"position.

NOTE; No choke is requiredon warm engines, make sure choke is in the
"RUN" position on warm engine starts.

3+ For Electric Start:Push OFP_RUN\STAF_Tswitch on control

panel to the "START" position to start engine. Hold in
'START' position no longer than 15 seconds per minute

when trying to start engine.Extended cranking can damage
the startermotor.

NOTE: When _e engine starts the OFF/RUN/SR'ART switch is released into

t_e RUN position.

For Recoil Start:Place OFF/RUN/START switch inthe RUN

position. Grasp handle on rope rewind slowly,Pull rope with
a rapid full arm stroke, Let rope rewind slowly. Repeat if _ !

nscs_ary.

4. _'_q_erlengil_e sl_rLs, gradLl_tlly inove the choke _o the NO Choke" position.

NOTE: IF ENGINE OIL LEVEL 18 TOO LOW, ENGINE WILL NOT START.
CHECK OIL LEVEL AND ADD IF NECES&ARY,

IMPORTANT: Allow generator to run at no load for 5 minutes upon each initial
start-upto allow engineand generator to stabilize,

[329525 14 ENG

STOPPING ENGINE

1, Disconnect all electricalloads.

2, Turn OFFiRUNiST_T switch to "OFF' position.

g, Close fuel shut-off valve.

CONNECTING ELECTRICAL LOADS

1, Leeengine run and warm up for five minutes after starting with no electrical

load.

Connect loads in the following manner to prevent damage to equipment:

2, Connect inductive load equipment first, inductive loads consist of

refrigerators,freezers, water pumps, airconditioners,or small hand tools,
Connect the items that requirethe mast wattage ffrst. See Wattage Calcu-

lation Section in this manual,

3, Connect the lights next.
4, Voltage sensitiveequipment should be the last equipment connectedto the

generater. Plug voltage eensitive appliances such at TVS, VCR's, micro-

waves, ovens, computers, and cordlesstelephones into a UL listed voltage

surgeprotector, then connect the UL listed voltage surgeprotector to the
genemter.

Failure to connect and operate equipment in this sequence

can cause damage to equipment and will void the warranty

on your generator.
Follow the wattage calculation table in the Wattage Calculation section of

this manual. Overloading the generator will cause power fluctuations and

can damage equipment and appliances.

Porter-Cable Corporation will only be responsible for damage to
customer's equipment when the generator is determined to be defse_ive.

311_iedetermination will only be made by an authorized representative of

Porter-Cable Corporation and this decision will be final. Porter-Cable
Corporation reserves the right to inspect the electrical connections at the

customer's site of operation and teat the generator for proper operation
before any determination of liability is made. Failure to maintain the
equipment or wiring for inspection will void any claim for damages by the

customer. Porter-Cable Corporation will not be responsible for equipment
damaged as a result of voltage surges, improper operation or improper
installation of the generator.

15 ENG D2_525

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILrrlEs TABLE

MAINTENANCE TASK

Check oil level
Change oil

Clean Air Filter .Assembly
Check Spark Plug

Prepare Unit for Storage

Before Every 25

each Hours of

use Every

Season

X See Note 2

x

x

Prepare unit for storage if it is to remain

Every 50 Every 100

Hours of Hours of

Every Every

Season Season

See Note I

X

idle for more than 30 days.

Note 1: Change oil after firsttwo (2) operating hours and every 50 operating

hours thereafter, more often if operated inextreme dusty or dirty conditions.
Note 2: Check oil after 5 hours of operation.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty of the generator does not cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator
must mai_ain the generator as instructed inthis manual.

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

Refer to the Engine Operator's manual for service and maintenance of the
engine.

GENERATOR MAINPENANCE

Your generator should be kept clean and dry at alltimes, The generator should

not be stored or operated inenvironmentsthat includes excessivemoisture,

dust or any corrosive vapors. Ifthese sub_ancas are on the generator, clean
with a cloth or soft bristle brush, Do not use a gardenhose or anythingwith
water pressure to clean the generator. Water may enterthe cooling air slots and

could possibly damage the rotor, statorand the internal windings of the gen

head.

GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER GFCI RECEPTACLE)

MONTHLY: For maximum protection against eleotricelshockthe GFCI should

be tested monthly,

To test:

1. Depress the TEST button. "me RESET button should extend. If the RESET

button does not extend, notify a DeVIIbiasAir Power Company Authorized

Warranty Service Center.

2. To restore power, depress the RESET button firmlyinto the GFCI unit until an

audible click is heard. If reset properly, the RESETbufton isflush with the
surface of the test button. When the button stays in, the bower is ON.

[329525 18 ENG

If you are going to store your generator for more than 30 days, use the
following infon'natron as a gurde to prepare the generatorfor storege.

Never store generator with fuel in the tank indoors or in

enclosed, poorly ventilated areas, where fumes can reach

an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, wafer heater, clothes
dryer or other gas appliances.

ENGINE PREPARATION

1. Add fuel stabilizer to fuel tank to minimizethe formation of fuel gum

deposits during storage.

2. Run engine at lasst 10 minutes after adding stabilizerto allow it to enter the

fuel system,

3. Next shut off engine,

4. Disconnect the spark plug wire and remove the spark plug,

5. Add one tasspoon of oil through the spark plug hole,

6. Place mg over spark plug hole and pull the recoil afew times to lubricate

the combustion chamber.

7. I_eplace the spark plug, but do not connect the spark plug wire.
NOTE: If a fuel stabilizer isnot used, all gasoline must be drained from the tank

and carburetor to prevent gum deposits from forming on these parts and causing
possible malfunction of the engine.

GENERATOR

, Clean the generator as outlined in the Maintenance Section on this manual.
. Check that cooling airslotsand openings on generaterare open and

unobstructed.

BATTERY

. Store battery as dasonbed by the bsttery manufacturer.

NOTE: After storing battery for a long pedod of time it may lose its charge, If
the battery loses its charge, manually start the engine with the battery connect-

ed. The engine will recharge the battery as it runs.

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IMPORTANT

Never exceed the rated capacity of your generator. Serious damage to the
generator or appliance could result from an overload,

1. Starting and running wattage requirements should always be calculated
when matching a generators wattage capacity to the appliance or tool,

2. Triers are two types of electrfcal appliances that can be powered by
your generator:

A. Items such as radios, light bulbs, television sets, and microwaves

have a "resistive load'. Starting wattage and running wattage are

the same.

B. Items such as refrigerators, aircompressors, washer, dryer, and

hand tools that use an electrical motor have an 'inductive load".

Inductive load appliances and tools require approximately 2 to 4
times the listed wattage for starting the equipment. This initial load
only lasts for afew seconds on start-up but is very important when

figuring your total wattage to be used.

C. Always start your largest electrfc motor first, and then plug in other

items, one at atime.

NOTE: On 120-volt loads the maximum starting wattage should NOT
exceed one half of the rated generator wattage, Example: a 5000 rated
wattage generator = 2500 maximum starting wattage.

DETERMINING WATTAGE REQUIREMENT'3

Before operating this generator list all of the appliances and/or tools that are
going to operate at the same time, _hen determine the starting wattage
requirements and the running wattage requirements by following example

and/or re#erto household wattage calculator.)

1. First total the running wattage of all appliances and/or tools that will be

operated at the same time,

Running Wefts

Example I:

Lights 100 Watts
Television 300 Watts
Slow Cooker 250 Watts

TOTAL =650 Watts

2. Next the starting wattages of any appliances and/or tools that will start and
stop durfng operation.

Runnina Watts Starting W_'ts

Example 2:

Small Refrigerator 500 Watts 2000 Watts

TOTAL =500 Watts 2000 Watts

0. The running wattage of examples 1 & 2 totals 1150 watts. The starting
wat_ge of the small refrigerator is 2000 watts which is 1500 watts more

than the running watts, Takethis difference of 1500 starting watts from the
refrigerator and add to the total runningwatts of 1150,

Example 3: 1500 Starting Watts

1150 RunninoWatts

TOTAL =2650 Total Watts

Generator must have a maximum capacity of at least 2650 watts.

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STARTING WATTAGE REQUIREMENTS

1. Some applianoas and tools will list on the motor nameplate the starting
and running voltage and amperage requirements. Use the following

formula to oonvert voltage and amperage to wattage:

Volts X Amp -- Watts
Example: 120 volts x 10 amps -- 1200 watts

2. To determine the approximate starting wattage requirementfor most
applianoas and tools with inductive "typemotors, multiply the Wattage that

was oalculeted by 2 to 4 times to assure adequate generator capaoity. If
the nameplate information is not available use the values on the following

chart as a guide.

3. Remember that the starting and running wattage for rasistive loads are the
same. (Example: a 100 wart light bulb requires only 100 watts to start.)
Most resistive loads will be listed in wattage.

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PROBLEM

Engine will not
start

1, Low on fuel or oil.

2. Ignition switch in "Off"

CAUSE

position.

3, Faulty spark plug,

4. Choke in wrong position.
5, Fuel shut-offvalve in

closed position

6. Unit loaded during start-
up.

7. Spark plug wire loose.

No electrical

Faulty receptacle.

output

Circuit breaker kicked
out,

Defective capacitor.

Faulty power cord,

GFCI switch breaker
kicked out,

Repeated 1, Overload

circuit breaker 2, Faulty cords or

tripping equipment

Generator 1, Generator overloaded,
overheating 2, Insufficient ventilation.

No auto idle 1, Faulty solenoid

2, Faulty idle control switch

3 Faulty windings in stetor

4, Faulty circuit board

5 Faulty wire harness

DC does not

1. Faulty rectifier

have power

with the
circuit breaker

depressed

2. Faulty windings instetor

3. Faulty wiraharness

CORRECTION

1, Add fuel or oil.

2. Turn to :'ON" position

3. Replace spark plug.

4. Adjust choke accordingly,
5, Open fuel shut-off valve.

6. Remove load from unit.

7. Attach wire to spark plug.
1, Have Service Center

replace,

2, Depress and reset.
3, Have Service Center

replace capacitor.

4, Repair or replace cord.
5, Depress and reset

1, Reduce load.
2, Check for damaged, bare,

or frayed wires on
equipment. Replace.

1, Reduce load.
2, Move to adequate supply

of fresh air,

1, Have Service Center

replace,

2, Have Service Center

replace,

a3. Have Service Center

replace,

4, Have Service Center

replace,

5, Have Service Center

replace,

1, Have Service Center

replace,

2, Have Service Center

replace,

3, Have Service Center

replace,

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CALL 1-888-559-8550 TO FIND A LOCAL AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER
NEAR YOU FOR REPAIRS AND SERVICE PART PURCHASES

ENGINE OIL

WArrA

WIRING

ENGINE

Referto engineowner's manual for oil recommendations.

Most generatorsare equipped witha low-oil shutdown. If the oil
is low or if the Generator is not level, the enginewillnot start,

Contact an electrician for any wiring instructions. If wiring into a
house, a double-throw transfer switch and a heavy du_, cord

set must be used.

Do not adjust or attempt maintenance without consulting engine
manual or an authorized engine service center.

Allow the generator to run 5 minutes at no load for the engine

and the gen head to stabilize,

OPERATION

Make sure the adequate size of extension cord is used. Refer to

the Grounding Instructions/Extension Cord section of the

owners manual.

If the generator is operating equipment that is drawing half of

the rated watts it is considered 50% load. Using all of the rated
watts is considered 100% load,

I ALWAYS REFER TO THE MANUALS SUPPLIED WITH THIS UNIT I

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