Porter-Cable H451CS User Manual
Part No. D24024-023-1
Generator
Instruction
manual
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Model No.
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Serial No.
ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 21
FRANÇAIS: PAGE 41
IMPORTANT
Please make certain that the person who is to use this equipment
carefully reads and understands these instructions before starting
operations.
Model
H451CS
PROFESSIONAL POWER TOOLS
Shown with optional portability kit
2 — ENG
This product is 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.
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SPECIFICATION
MODEL H451CS
HORSE POWER 9.0
RATED/SURGE WATTS 4500/9000
VOLTAGE 120/240
AMPERAGE 37.5A/18.8A
PHASE SINGLE
FREQUENCY 60 Hz
ENGINE SPEED 3600 RPM
MAX. AMBIENT TEMP. 104° F
FUEL CAPACITY 4 GALLONS
RUN TIME @ 50%/100% 10.6/5.2 HRS
3 — ENG
WARRANTY
Porter-Cable Corporation
4825 Highway 45 North
P.O. Box 2468
Jackson, TN 38302-2468
1-888-559-8550
PORTER-CABLE CORPORATION warrants to the original purchaser that each new electric generator and service part is
free from defects in material and workmanship, and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any defective product or
part as follows from the original date of purchase.
2 YEARS – Limited warranty on electric generator alternators and 1 year limited warranty on all other parts.
90 Days – Service parts
Engine warranties are the responsibility of the engine manufacturer. Warranties of merchandise sold by Porter-Cable which
has been manufactured by and identified as the product of another company are the responsibility of the manufacturer of
that product.
THIS WARRANTY IS NOT TRANSFERABLE AND DOES NOT COVER
• Products sold damaged or incomplete, sold “as is,” sold reconditioned, or used as rental equipment.
• Delivery, installation, or normal adjustments explained in the owner’s manual.
• Damage or liability caused by shipping, improper handling, improper installation, improper maintenance, improper mod-
ification, or the use of accessories and/or attachments not specifically recommended by PORTER-CABLE for the product.
• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, or the failure to install, operate, maintain, and store the
product according to the instructions in the owner’s manual.
• Damage caused by cold, heat, rain, excessive humidity, corrosive environments and materials, or other contaminants.
• Expendable items that become worn during normal use such as fuel filters, air cleaners, spark plugs, and engine oil.
• Cosmetic defects that do not interfere with product functionality.
• Freight costs from customer to Porter-Cable.
• Repair and transportation costs of products or parts determined not to be defective.
• ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS, DAMAGE, OR EXPENSE THAT MAY RESULT FROM
ANY DEFECT, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE PRODUCT. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
• IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PUR-
POSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
WARRANTY SERVICE is available by delivering or shipping the defective product or part to any Porter-Cable authorized
warranty service location. To determine the nearest authorized warranty service location, call the toll free number, 1-888559-8550, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Specific instructions regarding servicing arrangements and scheduling may vary
depending on the type and size of the product and the availability of repair parts.
• DO NOT return the defective product to the retailer.
• Retain the original cash register sales receipt as proof of purchase for warranty work.
• Purchasers should contact Porter-Cable directly if they do not receive satisfactory results from the authorized warranty
service center.
4 — ENG
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 an 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.
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 in-
stalling a Double-Throw Transfer
Switch, a minimum of 10 gauge
wiring must be used.)
HAZARD
HOW TO PREVENT IT
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE
When using this product basic precautions should always be fol-
lowed including the following:
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
URGENT SAFETY INFORMATION - A HAZARD
THAT WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR
LOSS OF LIFE.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION - A HAZARD THAT MIGHT CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY
OR LOSS OF LIFE.
Information for preventing damage to
equipment.
Information that you should pay special
attention to.
This manual contains information that
is important for you to know and understand. This information relates to
protecting YOUR SAFETY and PRE-
VENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this
information, we use symbols to the
right. Please read the manual and pay
attention to these sections.
Improper storage of extension
cord
Extension cord can come into contact
with hot engine parts resulting in
damage. Using a damaged extension
cord can result in electrocution or
death.
Never fold handle over hot engine
with extension cord wrapped on
storage bracket.
5 — ENG
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR.
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.
Improper connection of items to
generator.
Operation of unit when damaged,
or with guards or panels removed.
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.
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.
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.
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.
RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE (cont’d)
HAZARD
HOW TO PREVENT ITWHAT COULD HAPPEN
Operation of generator in rain,
wet, icy, or flooded conditions.
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.
Operate generator in a clean, dry,
well ventilated area. Make sure
hands are dry before touching unit.
6 — ENG
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR.
RISK OF FIRE
Inadequate ventilation for generator
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 1/2 inch below the tip of
the fuel tank. Never refuel with
the engine running.
Spilled fuel and its vapors can
become ignited from hot surfaces or
sparks.
HAZARD
HOW TO PREVENT ITWHAT COULD HAPPEN
Attempting to fill the fuel tank while
the engine is running.
Sparks, fire, hot objects
Improper storage of fuel
Tampering with factory set engine
speed settings.
Overfilling the fuel tank –
fuel spillage.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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