Porter-Cable D20498, 919.329150 User Manual
OWNER'S
MANUAL
Model No.
919.329150
120/240 VOLT • 5500 WATT
GENERATOR
IMPORTANT:
Read the Safety Guidelines
and All Instructions Carefully
Before Operating
Sold by Sears Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
• SAFETY GUIDELINES
• ASSEMBLY
• OPERATION
• MAINTENANCE
• TROUBLESHOOTING
• REPAIR PARTS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warranty...................................................... 2
Safety Guidelines..................................... 3-8
Assembly................................................ 9-11
Operation ............................................. 12-15
Maintenance ........................................ 16-17
Service Adjustments ................................ 18
DATE PURCHASED:
MODEL NO:
SERIAL NO:
STORE WHERE PURCHASED:
ADDRESS:
CITY:
TELEPHONE:
Record the above information about your unit
so that you will be able to provide it in case of
loss or theft.
Storage ...................................................... 18
Troubleshooting Guide............................. 19
Generator Parts ................................... 20-24
Engine Parts ........................................ 25-29
Emissions Statement .......................... 30-31
How To Order Parts....................Back Cover
HORSE POWER 10 HP
GASOLINE CAPACITY 7 GALLON
OIL CAPACITY 26 OZ.
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
The Craftsman Warranty, plus a Maintenance Agreement,
provide maximum value for your Sears products. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
Read and observe the safety rules.
Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and
using your generator.
Follow the instructions under “Customer Responsibili-
ties” and “Storage” sections of this owner’s manual.
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON SEARS GENERATORS
For one year from the date of purchase, when this Sears generator is maintained and operated according to the instructions in this owner’s manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material and workmanship.
If your Sears Generator is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the original
date of purchase.
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON SEARS ENGINE
For one year from the date of purchase, when this Tecumseh engine is maintained and operated according to the instructions in this owner’s manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material and workmanship.
If your Tecumseh engine is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies only for 90 days from the date
of purchase. This warranty does not cover: Expendable items such as spark plugs and air filters, which become worn
during normal use.
Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including damage resulting from no oil being supplied to
the engine or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in this owner’s manual, are not
covered under warranty.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE GENERATOR TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from STATE TO STATE.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand. This information relates to
protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information,
we use the symbols to the right. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in
injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death of serious
injury.
This product is not equipped with a spark arresting muffler. If the product will be used around flammable
materials, or on land covered with materials such as agricultural crops, forest, brush, grass, or other similar items,
then an approved spark arrester must be installed and is legally required in the state of California. It is a violation
of California statutes section 130050 and/or sections 4442 and 4443 of the California Public Resources Code,
unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrestor, as defined in section 4442, and maintained in effective
working order. Spark arresters are also required on some U. S. Forest service land and may also be legally
required under other statutes and ordinances.
This product may contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm. This warning is given in compliance with California Proposition 65, as detectable amounts of
chemicals subject to proposition 65 may be contained in this product.
death or serious
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided,
injury.
CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a
potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in
property damage.
may result in minor or moderate
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS •
When using this product basic precautions should always be
followed including the following:
RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE
HAZARD
Attempting to connect generator
directly to the electrical system of any
building structure.
Back feeding electricity through a
building’s electrical system to the
outside utility feed lines could endanger repair persons attempting to
restore service.
Attempting to connect to the incoming utility service could result in
electrocution.
Restoration of electrical service while
the generator is connected to the
incoming utility could result in a fire or
serious damage if a isolator switch is
not installed.
Failure to use a double throw transfer
switch when connecting to a
structure's electrical system can
damage appliances and WILL VOID
the manufacturer's warranty.
HOW TO PREVENT ITWHAT COULD HAPPEN
Never backfeed electricity through
a structure's electrical system.
To connect to a structure's electrical system in a safe manner,
always have a Double-Throw
Transfer Switch installed by a
qualified electrician and in compliance with local ordinances. (When
installing a Double-Throw
Transfer Switch, a minimum of
10 gauge wiring must be used.)
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READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR.
RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE (cont’d)
HAZARD
Operation of generator in rain, wet,
icy, or flooded conditions.
Use of worn damaged, undersized
or ungrounded extension cords.
Placing generator on or against
highly conductive surface, such as
a steel walkway or metal roof.
Water is an excellent conductor of
electricity! Water which comes in
contact with electrically charged
components can transmit electricity to
the frame and other surfaces, resulting
in electrical shock to anyone contacting them.
Contact with worn or damaged
extension cords could result in
electrocution.
Use of undersize extension cords
could result in overheating of the
wires or attached items, resulting in
fire.
Use of ungrounded cordsets could
prevent operation of circuit breakers
and result in electrical shock.
Accidental leakage of electrical
current could charge conductive
surfaces in contact with the generator.
HOW TO PREVENT ITWHAT COULD HAPPEN
Operate generator in a clean, dry,
well ventilated area. Make sure
hands are dry before touching unit.
Inspect extension cords before
use and replace with new cord if
required.
Use proper size (wire gauge)
cordset for application see chart in
the Assembly section of this
manual.
Always use a cordset having a
grounding wire with an appropriate
grounding plug. DO NOT use an
ungrounded plug.
Place generator on low conductivity surface such as a concrete
slab.
Improper connection of items to
generator.
Operation of unit when damaged,
or with guards or panels removed.
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Exceeding the load capacity of the
generator by attaching too many
items, or items with very high load
ratings to it could result in overheating
of some items or their attachment
wiring resulting in fire or electrical
shock.
Attempting to use the unit when it has
been damaged, or when it is not
functioning normally could result in
fire or electrocution.
Removal of guarding could expose
electrically charged components and
result in electrocution.
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ALWAYS operate generator a
minimum of six feet from any
conductive surface.
Read the load rating chart and
instructions in the Wattage Calculation section. Make sure that the
summation of electrical loads for
all attachments does not exceed
the load rating of the generator.
Do not operate generator with
mechanical or electrical problem.
Have unit repaired by an Authorized Service Center.
Do not operate generator with
protective guarding removed.
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR.
RISK OF FIRE
HAZARD
Attempting to fill the fuel tank while
the engine is running.
Sparks, fire, hot objects
Improper storage of fuel
Inadequate ventilation for generator
Gasoline and gasoline vapors can
become ignited by coming in contact
with hot components such as the
muffler, engine exhaust gases, or from
an electrical spark.
Cigarettes, sparks, fires, or other hot
objects can cause gasoline or gasoline vapors to ignite.
Improperly stored fuel could lead to accidental ignition. Fuel improperly secured could get into the hands of children or other unqualified persons.
Materials placed against or near the
generator or operating the generator in
areas where the temperature exceeds
104° F. ambient (such as storage rooms
or garages) can interfere with its proper
ventilation features causing overheating and possible ignition of the materials or buildings.
HOW TO PREVENT ITWHAT COULD HAPPEN
Turn engine off and allow it to cool
before adding fuel to the tank. Equip
area of operation with a fire extinguisher certified to handle gasoline
or fuel fires.
Add fuel to tank in well ventilated
area. Make sure there are no
sources of ignition near the generator.
Store fuel in a OSHA approved container designed to hold gasoline.
Store container in secure location to
prevent use by others.
Operate generator in a clean, dry,
well ventilated area a minimum of
four feet from any building, object
or wall. DO NOT OPERATE UNIT
INDOORS OR IN ANY CONFINED
AREA.
Tampering with factory set engine
speed settings.
Overfilling the fuel tank – fuel spillage.
Engine speed has been factory set to
provide safe operation. Tampering with
the engine speed adjustment could result in overheating of attachments and
could cause a fire.
Spilled fuel and its vapors can become
ignited from hot surfaces or sparks.
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Never attempt to “speed-up” the
engine to obtain more performance.
Both the output voltage and frequency will be thrown out of standard by this practice, endangering
attachments and the user.
Use care in filling the tank to avoid
spilling fuel. Make sure fuel cap is
secured tightly and check engine
for fuel leaks before starting
engine. Move generator away
from refueling area or any spillage
before starting engine. Allow for
fuel expansion. Keep maximum
fuel level ¼ inch below the tip of
the fuel tank. Never refuel with the
engine running.
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READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR.
Risk of Injury and Property Damage When
Transporting Generator
HAZARD
Fire, Inhalation, Damage to
Vehicle Surfaces
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
Fuel or oil can leak or spill and could
result in fire or breathing hazard, serious injury or death can result. Fuel or
oil leaks will damage carpet, paint or
other surfaces in vehicles or trailers.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
If generator is equipped with a fuel
shut-off valve, turn the valve to the
off position before transporting to
avoid fuel leaks. If generator is not
equipped with a fuel shut-off valve,
drain the fuel from tank before transporting. Transport fuel only in an
OSHA approved container. Always
place generator on a protective mat
when transporting to protect against
damage to vehicle from leaks. Remove generator from vehicle immediately upon arrival at your destination
RISK OF BREATHING - INHALATION HAZARD
HAZARD
Gasoline engines produce toxic carbon monoxide exhaust fumes.
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WHAT COULD HAPPEN
Breathing exhaust fumes will cause serious injury or death.
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HOW TO PREVENT IT
Operate generator in clean, dry, well
ventilated area. Never operate unit
in enclosed areas such as garages,
basements, storage, sheds, or in
any location occupied by humans or
animals. Keep children, pets and
others away from area of operating
unit.
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR.
RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION
HAZARD
Operation of generator in careless
manner.
Operation of voltage sensitive appliances without a voltage surge protector.
All sources of energy include the potential for injury. Unsafe operation or
maintenance of your generator could
lead to serious injury or death to you or
others.
Any gasoline operated household generator will incur voltage variations causing damage to voltage sensitive appliances or could result in fire.
HOW TO PREVENT ITWHAT COULD HAPPEN
• Review and understand all of
the operating instructions and
warnings in this manual.
• Become familiar with the
operation and controls of the
generator. Know how to shut it
off quickly.
• Equip area of operation with a
fire extinguisher certified to
handle gasoline or fuel fires.
• Keep children or others away
from the generator at all times.
Always use a U.L. listed voltage sensitive surge protector to connect
voltage sensitive appliances (TV,
computer, stereo, etc.). Failure to
use a U.L. listed voltage surge
protector will void the warranty on
your generator.
Notice: A multiple outlet strip is not
a surge protector make sure you use
a U.L. listed voltage surge protector.
Raising or suspending generators
equipped with lift rings improperly
Operating generator while suspended
Generator could fall causing serious injury or death to you or others.
Improper raising or suspending can
cause damage to the generator.
Generator will not operate properly and
will cause damage to the generator and
could cause serious injury or death to
you or others.
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Always use proper connecting procedures as described in this manual
when connecting cables, chains, or
straps for raising or suspending generators equipped with lift rings.
Always use cables, chains, or straps
rated at 2000 lbs working load or
more to raise or suspend generator.
Never operate generator while suspended or in an unlevel position.
Always operate generate on a flat,
level surface.
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READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR.
RISK OF HOT SURFACES
HAZARD
Contact with hot engine and generator components.
HAZARD
Contact with moving parts can result in serious injury.
Contact with hot surfaces, such as engines exhaust components, could result in serious burns.
RISK OF MOVING PARTS
The generator contains parts which rotate at high speed during operation.
These parts are covered by guarding
to prevent injury.
HOW TO PREVENT ITWHAT COULD HAPPEN
During operation, touch only the
control surfaces of the generator.
Keep children away from the generator at all times. They may not be
able to recognize the hazards of this
product.
HOW TO PREVENT ITWHAT COULD HAPPEN
Never operate generator with guarding or cover plates removed. Avoid
wearing loose fitting clothing or jewelry which could be caught by moving parts.
HAZARD
Lifting a very heavy object.
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RISK FROM LIFTING
Serious injury can result from attempting to lift too heavy an object.
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HOW TO PREVENT ITWHAT COULD HAPPEN
The generator is too heavy to be
lifted by one person. Obtain assistance from others before you try to
move it.
CARTON CONTENTS
ASSEMBLY
1 - Parts Bag
1 - Owner's Manual
1 - Generator
1 - Parts Box
2 - Wheels
2 - Bracket
2 - Shoulder
Bolts
1 - Parts Box
1 - Parts Bag
1 - Handle
1 - Foot Bracket
2 - Handle Caps
1 - Isolator Foot
2 - 5/16-18 x 1 3/4 "
Cap Screws
6 - 5/16-18 x 3/4 "
Cap Screws
2 - Washers
9 - 5/16-18
Lock Nuts
2 - 3/8-16
Lock Nuts
1 - Bottle of oil
Parts Bag for Battery Installation
1 - 5/16-18 x 3.4 "
Cap Screws
2 - Battery Bolt Hold Down
1 - Star Washer
1 - "L" Battery Bracket
*1 - Twistlock
Plug L14-30P
* To be installed and/or used in
accordance with appropriate local electrical codes
and regulations. Refer to enclosed instructions for
proper installation.
1 - 5/16-18
Lock Nuts
1 - Black Negative Battery Cable (black)
1 - Red Positive Battery Cable (red) with battery boots
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2 - Wing Nuts
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Read owner’s manual. Do not attempt to operate equipment until you have read Owner’s
Manual for Safety, Assembly, Operation, Maintenance, Storage Instructions.
TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY
1- Box Cutter or Knife
2 - 9/16 " Wrenches
2 - 1/2" Wrenches
1 - 1" thick x 1' square piece of wood
REMOVE GENERATOR FROM CARTON
• Open carton from top.
• Cut carton along dotted lines.
• Remove all carton inserts.
• Remove generator through opening in carton.
• Using a 9/16 inch socket remove the two shipping
blocks from under the generator head. Unscrew
the bolts and remove the wood blocks. NOTE: It
is very important that these are removed before
starting your generator.
IMPORTANT: Before any attempt to start your genera-
tor be sure to check engine oil (See Adding Engine Oil
paragraph in the Operation section on page 14 of this
manual.)
• Place "L" bolt (B) through top and bottom brackets and secure with wing nut (C).
• Locate the solenoid on the left side of the unit.
Solenoid
Lawn & Garden batteries
can come in two terminal configurations. The
Positive (+) and Negative (-) terminals can be
oriented so that they are +/- or -/+. In the
unlikely event that 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 install the battery for you. Failure to
connect the battery properly can possibly
cause bodily injury. In addition, extensive
engine electrical damage not be covered under
warranty can result.
INSTALLATION OF BATTERY
Recommended Battery for Electric Start: 12V - 45 A H.
or 210 CCA (Cold Cranking Amps)
Purchase battery and battery hardware separately, not
included with unit.
• Place battery in rack with terminals facing towards
generator head.
• Place battery bracket (A) over battery as shown
(opposite battery terminals).
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To Prevent sparks connect
the red (positive) cable to the positive (+)
terminal before connecting the black negative
cable.
• Remove the nut from the solenoid post closest to
the engine. Place one end of the positive (red)
battery cable onto the post. Reassemble nut and
tighten securely.
• Slide protective cover over solenoid post.
Protective
Cover
Solenoid
• Attach the other end of the positive (red) battery
cable to the positive (+) terminal on the battery.
NOTE: Make sure red battery boots cover
positive battery cable terminals at battery and
solenoid
• Attach one end of the negative (black) cable to the
negative (-) terminal on the battery.
• Attach the other end of the negative (black) cable
to the frame as shown. Install the star washer
between the cable and the frame.
IMPORTANT: See Caution on page 10
before assembling battery.
(-) Negative Battery
Cable Connection
Negative
(-) Battery
Cable
Star
Washer
(-) Negative Battery Cable Connection
GROUNDING THE GENERATOR
A grounding lug is supplied with the generator for use
when required by local electrical ordinances. Refer to
article 250 of the National Electrical Code to clarify
any needed grounding information. Your local electric
company or a certified electrician should be able to
help you with this information.
Grounding Lug
another person, tilt the generator and rest the
recoil starter on the wood. NOTE: This will support
the gasoline engine during assembly and make
assembly easier.
• Place a handle cap (7) onto each end of handle
prior to installation.
• The handle should be installed on the electrical
outlet end of the generator. Place one washer (12)
on long cap screws (11). Align the handle brackets with the upper holes pre-drilled in the generator frame. Place mentioned screws through frame
and handle brackets. Secure with lock nuts
(8) and tighten.
• Locate the engine support. Place one wheel
bracket (4) on top of support as shown in illustration. Align with the pre-drilled holes in support.
Place 2 cap screws (9) through holes in bracket
and support. Secure with 2 lock nuts (8) and
tighten.
• Insert one shoulder bolt (2) into wheel (1). Insert
threaded end of bolt through wheel bracket,
secure with lock nut (3) and tighten. NOTE: The
wheel will not rub frame if installed properly.
• Repeat the above steps for the opposite side.
• Insert the threaded stud of rubber foot (10)
through the middle hole of the foot bracket (5).
Secure with lock nut (8) and tighten.
• Locate the support under the electrical outlet end
of the generator. Position foot bracket (5), with
rubber foot installed, under the support and align
the holes in the foot bracket (5) with the slots in
the support. Place one cap screw (9) through each
slot in the support and the holes in the foot
bracket. Secure with the lock nuts (8) and tighten.
• Once completed, the wheel kit is ready for use.
NOTE: Your engine is already grounded to the frame
by a grounding strap.
INSTALLING WHEEL KIT
The Craftsman Wheel Kit was designed to greatly
improve the portability of your generator.
Drain gas and oil before
assembling the portability
kit. Failure to do so will cause damage to the
engine.
NOTE: Always follow state regulations for proper oil
disposal.
• Place generator on level ground; drain all gas and
oil from the engine (see engine manual for correct
procedure).
• Place a 1” thick x 1’ square piece of wood on the
ground in front of the engine. With the help of
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OPERATION
KNOW YOUR GENERATOR
Read this Owner’s Manual and Safety Rules before operation of your Generator. Compare this illustra-
tion with your generator to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save the
manual for future references.
FUEL CAP
FUEL TANK
CHOKE SWITCH
120 VOLT RECEPTACLES
AIR CLEANER
240 VOLT RECEPTACLE
CIRCUIT BREAKERS
OFF/RUN/START
SWITCH
FUEL TANK- Capacity of 7 US gallons.
CHOKE SWITCH- Lever used to start cold engine.
ENGINE OIL FILL- Place where engine oil is poured.
ENGINE OFF/RUN/START SWITCH- Used to start
and stop engine.
CIRCUIT BREAKER- Each receptacle has a circuit
breaker to protect the generator from overloading.
120 VOLT RECEPTACLES- Used to supply 2750 watts
of electrical power per receptacle or a combination of
5500 watts on the 120 side for operations. Protected by
circuit breakers.
ENGINE OIL FILL
240 VOLT TWISTLOCK RECEPTACLE- Used to
supply 5500 watts of electrical power for operations.
Protected by circuit breakers.
AIR CLEANER- Includes filter element and foam
pre-cleaner that limits the amount of dirt that enters
the engine.
RECEPTACLES
Your generator is equipped with duplex 120 volt
receptacles and a twistlock 240 volt receptacle.
The unit is also equipped with circuit breakers to
protect the generator against electrical overload. If the
circuit breaker trips, unplug electrical load from
receptacle. Let circuit breaker cool down and then
push circuit breaker button to reset.
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LOW OIL SHUTDOWN
Your Craftsman generator 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.
If 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 start-up, the
generator will not start until oil is added.
NOTE: The Low Oil Shutdown mechanism is very sensitive. You must fill the engine to the full mark on the
dipstick to inactivate this safety device.
GENERATOR CAPACITY
Exceeding the rated capacity of your generator can
result in serious damage to your generator and
connected electrical devices. You should observe the
following to prevent overloading the unit:
• Starting and running wattage requirements should
always be calculated when matching a generators
wattage capacity to the appliance or tool.
• There are two types of electrical 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, air compressors,
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 a few seconds on start-up but is
very important when figuring your total
wattage to be used.
NOTE: Some inductive appliances and tools will list
on the motor name plate, the starting and running
voltage and amperage requirements. Use the following formula to convert voltage and amperage to
wattage: (Volts X Amp = Watts)
• Always start your largest electric motor first, and
then plug in other items, one at a time.
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.
The guide is provided to assist you in determining the
appliances and tools that can be ran with the wattage
capacity of your generator.
Application Guide
To select the right generator for your needs, total the wattage
of the items to be run at the same time.
1500
2000
2500
Run
3000
3500
Wattage
Common Uses
Slow Cooker
Microwave
Toaster
Hot Plate
Electric Skillet
Coffee Maker
Small Refrigerator
Kitchen
Range, single 8" element
Refrigerator/Freezer
Oven
Light Bulb
Home Security
Radio
Television
Electric Blanket
Computer
Hair Dryer
Iron
Space Heater
Well Pump 1/2HP
Household
Sump Pump 1/2HP
Furnace Fan 1/3HP
Water Heater
Air Conditioner (12,000 BTU)
Jig Saw
Reciprocating Saw
Bench Grinder 6"
Airless Sprayer 3/4HP
Hand Drill 3/8"
Tools
Router
Belt or Disk Sander
Circular Saw 7 1/4"
The wattage ratings shown are averages. Wattage requirements may vary
with different brands of appliances and tools.
100
250
500
1000
OBTAINING ELECTRICITY FROM
GENERATOR
There are basically two ways to obtain electricity form
a generator:
• Use of extension cords directly from the generator to the appliance, lights, tools, etc.
• Use of a double-throw transfer switch installed
directly to the main electrical supply outside of
the house.
Extension Cord
When using an appliance or tool at a considerable
distance from the generator, a 3-wire extension cord
that has a 3-blade grounding plug and a 3-slot
receptacle that accepts the tool's plug MUST be
used in order to reduce the risk of electrical shock. A
cord of adequate size must be used. A minimum of 12
gauge wire size with at least a 20 amp draw can be
used. When amperage exceeds 20 amps a 10 gauge
wire size should be used.
An extension cord that is hot
to the touch is overloaded.
Repair or replace damaged extension cords
immediately.
4000
4500
5000
Start
5500
6000
6500
7000
7500
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Connecting Generator To Main Electrical
Supply
Potential hazards exist when a electrical generator is
connected to the main electrical supply coming into
the house. It is at that point that the generator could
feed back into the utility company’s system causing
possible electrocution of workers who are repairing
electrical lines. To avoid back feeding of electricity into
utility systems, a double-throw transfer switch
should be installed between the generator and utility
power. This device should be installed by a licensed
electrician and in compliance with all local electrical
codes.
NOTE: When installing a Double-Throw Transfer
Switch, a minimum of 10 gauge wiring must be used.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
Always check engine oil level
before every start. Running
engine low of oil or out of oil could result in
serious damage to the engine.
Adding Engine Oil
Your generator has been shipped without oil in the
engine. Begin by removing the oil dipstick and plug.
Start pouring the oil in slowly.
The engine will hold approximately 26 ounces of oil. To
check the oil, clean and replace the dipstick. Do not
screw the dip stick in when checking the oil level. Next,
remove the dipstick to check the level. The oil dipstick
is clearly marked with lines that tell you when the
engine has enough oil. Do not fill above this point.
• Remove gas cap.
• Add unleaded gasoline, slowly, to fuel tank.
Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded gasoline with a
minimum of 85 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
Never fill fuel tank com-
pletely. Fill tank to 1/2"
below the bottom of the filler neck to provide
space for fuel expansion. Wipe any fuel spillage
from engine and equipment before starting
engine.
• Do not overfill.
Never fill fuel tank indoors.
Never fill fuel tank when
engine is running or hot. Do not smoke when
filling fuel tank.
To Start Your Generator
Never run engine indoors or
in enclosed, poor ventilated
areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the battery is properly
serviced, fully charged, and assembled before starting.
• Open the fuel shut-off valve. Turn counter clockwise until the valve stops.
NOTE: When adding oil to the engine crankcase, use a
high quality detergent oil classified “For Service
SF,SG,SH” rated SAE 30 weight. Use no special additives.
Select the oil’s viscosity grade according to your expected
operating temperatures.
Gasoline
Your generator engine is 4 cycle. Use unleaded fuel
only. Never mix oil with gasoline.
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• Move the choke control located on the engine to
"FULL CHOKE" position.
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