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Instruction
manual
Generator
Model
BSV750
Shown
with optional po/tab#/ty
kit
IMPORTANT
To learn more about Porter-Cable
vls=t our webslte at'
http:Hwww.porter-cable.com
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
PORTEII*CABLE
future
reference
Model
NO
Type
Senal
No
Copyright ,_ 2003 Porter Cable Cotporahon
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 inwarranty 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
• Read and understand
of purchase
for warranty
service.
all safety warnings.
• DO not operate this unit until you have read and understand
Manual for Safety, Operation, and Maintenance
Instructions.
this Owners
• 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 in this manual are for reference only and
do not represent a specific model.
Read Operators ManuaJ, Do not operate equipmer_t until you have _ead
operators Manual for Safety, Assembly, Operafion_ and Maintenance
Instruotions_
This
product
not be and
equipped
If the or
product
is not may
equipped
will be with
useda spark
around arresting
flammablemuffler.
materials,
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,
Engine
contains
chemicals
known, harm.
in certain quantities,
cancer_ exhaust
birth defects
or other
reproductive
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to cause
This
manual
contains
information
thatisimportant
foryou
toknow
and
understand,
This
infor
m
mation
relates
toprotecting
YOUR
SAFETY
and
PREVENTING
EQUIPMENT
PROBLEMS, To
help you recognize this information,
pay attention to these sections,
we use the symbols
below, Please read the manual and
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
minor
or moderate
injury
result in
used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided_ may result in property damage,
operating
instructions
Improper operation or maintenance of this product could result in serious
injury and property damage. Read and understand all warnings and
before using.
RISK OF ELECTROCUTION
HAZARD
Attempting
to
connect
generator
directly to the
electrical
system
of any building
structure.
WHAT
CAN
HAPPEN
Back feeding electricity through
a building's electrical system to
the outside utility feed lines
could endanger repair persons
attempting to restore service.
3-ENG
AND FIRE
HOW TO PREVENT
IT
Never backfeed electricity
through a structure's electrical
system.
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RISK OF ELECTROCUTION
AND
FIRE
(Continued)
HAZARD
Operation of
generator in rain_
wet, iGy_or
flooded
conditions,
Use of worn,
damaged, undetsi_.ed or ungrounded extension cords.
Placing generator
on or against
highly conductive
surPaGel 8uGb a8 8
steel walkway or
metal roof.
WHAT
Wa[er
CAN HAPPEN
i8 an excellent
HOW TO PREVENT
conductor
iT
Opera[e genera[or in a clean, dry,
well ver%il_[ed area. Make r_re
hands are dry before touching
uni£.
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 Lo anyone co;tlacting them.
Use t_f undersize extension
cords could resul£ iR overhe_tkrg
t_f Live wire8 or stLaohe_ i[ert_8,
resulLing in fie.
Use proper size (wire gauge}
cordsst for appli_[ion see char£
in the Assertlbly section of £his
Acciden[al
leakage of elec£rical
cL;rrent coL;Id charge conductive
surfaces in con[ao£ with £he
generator.
Place generaLor on low conduc _
tiviLy surface such 88 a concre[e
slab.
f_lanlJ_l.
ALWAYS operate generator a
minin=urn of six feel Fromany
co_dL_ctive sur[ace.
Improper
conne_"tion of
i_ms to
generator.
Shock_
OpePstion of unit
when damaged,
or wi_ guards or
panels removed.
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A[te_npting to use the uni[
when it has been dar_'_aged,or
when it is not functioning
norrt_ally co_;Id resul[ in fire or
electrooution.
_ENG
Do nt_t opera[e generator with
r_'_sohanicalor elecLrical
problert=. Have uni[ repeire_ by
an AL;[horize_ Servico Cen£er.
RISK
HAZARD
Attempting to
fill the fuel tank
while the engine
is running,
OF FIRE
WHAT
CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT
IT
G_soline _ed gasoline vapor@
can become ignited by coming
in conl_ct wiLh hoLcornpo_vents
such as £hef_tuffler, engine
exhaust ge.see, or from an
ele_£rical spark.
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.
Improperly stored fuel could
lead [o accidental ignition. Fuel
inlp_pedy secur_ could ge£
into the hands oF children or
t_£herunqualified persons.
Store fuel in a OSHA approved
container designed [o hold
gasoline. Store conl_iner in secure location to pre,.'en[ use by
t_thers.
Sparks__m, hot
obi_ta
Improper
of fuel
_oPage
InadeClUata
ventilation
for
generator
W_!l ver=tilatsda_a _ ini_i_m _f
;f65r feet from _i_ bLiilair,_ _5 #ci
{_
#ONF!NED A@_
ing _v_i!i_ii_g
Tampering with
fac'tary set
engine speed
settings,
_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 perforr_lanoe. Both the outpL_£
voltage and FreqL_ency will be
thrown oL_£of 8_andard by this
practice, endangering
_£tach_nenLs and Live user.
Overfilling the fuel
tank - fuel
@pillage.
_n_o
5ENG
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RISK OF INJURY AND PROPERLY
DAMAGE WHEN TRANSPORTING
GENERATOR
HAZARD
Fire, Inhala_onj
Damage to
Vehicle Surfaces
WHAT
CAN HAPPEN
Fuel or oil c_n le,_kor spill and
could r_sL_ltin fire or breaLhing
hazard, _erioL_sinjury or de,_th
can resulL Fuel or oil leaks will
damage carpet, paint oroLher
8L_rrace_in vehicles or Lrailers.
RISK OF BREATHING
HAZARD
HAZARD
HOW TO PREVENT
IT
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 noL equipp_ with
_L¸fuelshl._orl " vaive, dr;:ti_the
fuel from ¸Lankbefore transporting. Tn_sporL fuel orlly in arl
OSHA approved conLaine_
AIw_L_ place generator o_ a
proLecLive rn_Ltwhen trades,fLing to p_tect against darTlage to
vehicle frorTi le-_ks.Remove
gener_Lor from vehicle irTimedi_[ely L_ponarrival aLyoL_rdestiriatiori.
- INHALATION
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
Gasoline
engines I_Odu_e
toxic carbon
monoxide
exhaust fumes,
I_'_!1_ ;]; II_[_
HAZARD
Operation of
generator in
€endless manner
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RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION
I
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
All so_rces o7 energy include the
potential _or inj_ry. Un_re
operatiori or rnairltenance of _l._f
genera[or could lead [o _eriou_
injury or de_th Lo you 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
o7 the
gen_rato_ I_ow How Lo shut iL
o77qL_ickl_
* Equip area of operation with a
fi_eextinguisher _rtified to
handle gasoline or fuel fi_es.
* Keep childre_ or others array
¸from the generator at all times.
6ENG
RISK OF UNSAFE
(Continued)
HAZARD
Operation
of
voltage
sensitive
applianoes
without
a
voltage
surge
WHAT
OPERATION
CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
prote_or
Raising or
suspending
generator8
equipped with
lift rings
improperly
GeneraLorcould _all causing
serious ir=jup!or de4_Lhto you or
o[l_ers.
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.
Operating
generator while
suspended
Genera[or will not operate
properly an_ will c_use _arnage
[o LivegenereLor an_ could
cause serious i_jury or de4t£hto
you or others.
Never opere[e ge_erator while
suspsn_ed or in an unlevel
positio_. Always opereLe
gener_[e on a riM[, level surface.
RISK OF HOT SURFACES
HAZARD
co.ta_ _
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
_of
engine and
_
_rl_iii_
exha_i
_o_pbii_r=_
components.generat°r
i _Oe_
/ENG
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RISK OF MOVING PARTS
HOW TO PREVENT
Conta_t
wi_
moving
parts
canresult
in
serious
iniulr
y,
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
HAZARD
Lifting a very
heavy object.
BSV750
MODEL
13.D
7500/10,750
120/240
62.5/31,25A
SINGLE
HORSE POWER
RATED/SURGE
WAll'S
VOLTAGE
AMPERAGE
PHASE
60 Hz
3600 RPM
104_ F
7 GALLONS
9.4/5.4 HRS
FREQUENCY
ENGINE
SPEED
MAX, AMBIENT
TEMP
FUEL CAPACITY
RUN TIME @ 50%/100%
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8ENG
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.
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 from top.
.
Cut carton along dotted lines.
.
Remove all carton inserts.
.
Remove generator through opening in
carton.
.
Remove shipping block(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 engine operators manual for correct procedure to add oil
and fuel to engine.
2. The Iook_ng plugs maybe used when needed or required.
The locking plugs are to be installed and/or used in
i
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 is supplied with the generator for
use when required by local electrical ordinances.
Refer to 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
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TYPICAL INSTALLATION OF BATTERY
.
Recommended Battery for 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 towards 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 secure with wing nut (C).
4,
5.
Locate the solenoid on the left side
of the unit.
Remove the nut from the solenoid
poet and place one end of the positive (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
IMPORTANT: See caution before
Ired) battery cable to the positive 0) connecting cable to battery.
terminal on the battery.
TO Prevent sparks
_-t e _ Cable
connect the red
_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
cable and the frame.
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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_able distance 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.
0 to log ft.
12 ga.
10 ga.
*Up to 20 amp draw
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 portable electdc 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._using possible electrocution of workers who are repairing
the electrical lines.
TOavoid back: feeding of electricity into utility systems, a double-threw transfer
switch must be installed between the generetor and utility power. The DoubleThrew Transfer Switch shouldbe installed by a licensed electrician and in compliance with all state and local electrical codes. I_/hen installing a DoubleThrow 1Pansfer Switch, 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 enough to 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
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KNOW YOUR GENERATOR
ReadthisGeneralManualand _,afe_ Rulesbeforeoperal_onof yourGenerator.
Comparethe f]lustratfoninyourpartsmanualwithyour generatorto familiarizeyourselfwith
the [coatlano_variouscorr_olsandaajustmerts.Saveall manualsfor f_ure references.
GENERATOR CAPACITY
IMPORTANT:Exceedingthe _ed capacityof your generatorcan resultin set,cos damage
toyour generatorand connectedeleetdca[de_icss.Seethe Wattage Calculationsectionin
this rnanua[to assistyou in ¢Jstsrmintng
_heappliancesandtools that canbe runwiththe
wattagecabecityof yourgenerater.
CIRCUIT BREAI_RS
Eachreceptaclehasa circuitbrier to brot_;t the generatorfrom ovedoacJing.
Ifthe circuit
bt_,ker trtp_,unblug allel_,_'rical[cadsfrom the generator. Let the circuit breakercool
down. Pushcircuit
brier 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
engine to 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 switch will 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 in the ON position. The generator will idle 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 control switch in the OFF position.
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L_
IL
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, connect the 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/
recommendations,
BEFORE START UP
according
to battery or equipment manufacturer
Thisgeneratorhas beenshippedfrom the factorywithoutoilin the
crankcase.Opera'shgthe unitwithoutoilcan damage_e engine.
Alwaysch_k engineoil k_velbeforeevery start.Runningengine
lowof oil or out of oilcouldresultin eadous damageto the engine.
FO]IOw
the stsp_listedbelow beforestartinggenerator:
1.
2.
Oh_: asgtne oiL Referto the Er_gtneOperator's Manual_r
correctgradeBradquanta/of oil.
Check:fuel Is,tel. fill as required. Make sure generator ts
_urned offand has been el[c_vedtime to coo] down. Use
clean,fresh,regularunleadedgasolinewith a minimumof87
oota_e. Donotmixoil with gasoline.
_j_/
_,
_
j
F,_.I:_,'I_'_ _1
Neverfill fuel tank cornPletely• RI' tonkto
_/_
1/;2"belowthe bottomof the fillorneckto
providespacefor fuel expansion.Wipe anyfuel spillagefrom
engiseand equipmentbeforestartingengine.
Neverfillfueltank indoors.Neverfill fuel tank when engine is
running or hot. DOnotsmokewhen fillingfeel tank.
Neverrun engineindoorsor in enclosed, poorventilated areas,engine exhaustcontainscarbonmooo:dbe, an odorlessand deadly
gas,
3. Makesuregeneratoris grounded inacoor_ancs_h local rer._uirements.
4. All s[eT,i'rical
loads MUST be _iscenneoted.
5, The idle control switch Mu83r be in the OFF position,
Enginespeedhas been factory setto providesafe oparagon.
Tamperingwith the enginespeed adjustmentcouldresultin overheatingof attachmentsand couldcause a fire. Neverattempt to "speed-up" the engise to obtain moreparfoffnance. Bo'lhthooutputvoltage andfrequencywill be
thrown out of standa_ bythisprac'dce,endangering attachmentsandthe user.
You MUST unplugany loadfromthe generatorbeforestarUngto
preventpermanent damage to anyappliances.
13 ENG
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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+ Open the fuel shut-off valve.
2+ Move the choke control located on the engine to the '_Choke"position.
NOTE; No choke is required on warm engines, make sure choke is in the
"RUN" position on warm engine starts.
3+ For Electric Start:Push OFP_RUN\STAF_T
switch 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 starter motor.
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 in the 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_erl engil_e sl_rLs, gradLl_tlly inove the choke _o the
NO Choke"
NOTE: IF ENGINE OIL LEVEL 18 TOO LOW, ENGINE
CHECK OIL LEVEL AND ADD IF NECES&ARY,
position.
WILL NOT START.
IMPORTANT: Allow generator to run at no load for 5 minutes upon each initial
start-up to allow engine and generator to stabilize,
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14 ENG
STOPPING ENGINE
1, Disconnect all electrical loads.
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, air conditioners,or small hand tools,
Connect the items that require the mast wattage ffrst. See Wattage Calculation Section in this manual,
3, Connect the lights next.
4, Voltage sensitiveequipment should be the last equipment connected to the
generater. Plug voltage eensitive appliances such at TVS, VCR's, microwaves, ovens, computers, and cordless telephones into a UL listed voltage
surge protector, then connect the UL listed voltage surge protector 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_ie
determination 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
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CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILrrlEs
MAINTENANCE
TASK
Check oil level
TABLE
Before
each
use
Every 25
Hours of
Every
Season
X
See Note 2
Every 50
Hours of
Every
Season
Every 100
Hours of
Every
Season
See Note I
Change oil
Clean Air Filter .Assembly
x
Check Spark Plug
x
Prepare Unit for Storage
X
Prepare unit for storage if it is to remain
idle for more than 30 days.
Note 1: Change oil after first two (2) operating hours and every 50 operating
hours thereafter, more often if operated in extreme 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 in this 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 all times, The generator should
not be stored or operated in environmentsthat includes excessive moisture,
dust or any corrosive vapors. If these sub_ancas are on the generator, clean
with a cloth or soft bristle brush, Do not use a garden hose or anythingwith
water pressure to clean the generator. Water may enter the cooling air slots and
could possibly damage the rotor, stator and the internal windings of the gen
head.
GROUND
FAULT CIRCUIT
INTERRUPTER
GFCI RECEPTACLE)
MONTHLY: For maximum protection against eleotricel shock the GFCI should
be tested monthly,
To test:
1.
2.
Depress the TEST button. "me RESET button should extend. If the RESET
button does not extend, notify a DeVIIbias Air Power Company Authorized
Warranty Service Center.
To restore power, depress the RESET button firmlyinto the GFCI unit until an
audible click is heard. If reset properly, the RESET bufton is flush with the
surface of the test button. When the button stays in, the bower is ON.
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If you are going to store your generator for more than 30 days, use the
following infon'natron as a gurde to prepare the generator for 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.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Add fuel stabilizer to fuel tank to minimizethe formation of fuel gum
deposits during storage.
Run engine at lasst 10 minutes after adding stabilizerto allow it to enter the
fuel system,
Next shut off engine,
Disconnect the spark plug wire and remove the spark plug,
Add one tasspoon of oil through the spark plug hole,
Place mg over spark plug hole and pull the recoil a few 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 is not 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 air slots and openings on generater are 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 connected. 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, 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.
C. Always start your largest electrfc 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.
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#er to 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
Startina W_'ts
Example I:
O
Lights
100 Watts
Television
300 Watts
O
Slow Cooker
250 Watts
O
TOTAL
=650 Watts
0
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, Take this 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 "type motors, 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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will not
CORRECTION
CAUSE
PROBLEM
1,
Low on fuel or oil.
1,
Add fuel or oil.
2.
Ignition switch in "Off"
position.
Faulty spark plug,
Choke in wrong position.
Fuel shut-off valve in
closed position
Unit loaded during startup.
Spark plug wire loose.
2.
Turn to :'ON" position
3.
4.
5,
Replace spark plug.
Adjust choke accordingly,
Open fuel shut-off valve.
6.
Remove load from unit.
7.
Attach wire to spark plug.
Faulty receptacle.
1,
Circuit breaker kicked
out,
Defective capacitor.
2,
Have Service Center
replace,
Depress and reset.
Faulty power cord,
GFCI switch breaker
kicked out,
4,
3,
4.
5,
6.
7.
No electrical
output
3,
Have Service Center
replace capacitor.
Repair or replace cord.
5, Depress and reset
Repeated
circuit breaker
tripping
1,
2,
Overload
Faulty cords or
equipment
1,
Reduce load.
2,
Check for damaged, bare,
or frayed wires on
equipment. Replace.
Generator
1,
Generator overloaded,
1,
Reduce load.
overheating
2,
Insufficient ventilation.
2,
Move to adequate supply
of fresh air,
No auto idle
1,
Faulty solenoid
2,
3
4,
5
DC does not
have power
with the
circuit breaker
depressed
1.
2.
3.
Have Service Center
replace,
Faulty idle control switch 2, Have Service Center
replace,
Faulty windings in stetor a3. Have Service Center
replace,
Faulty circuit board
4, Have Service Center
replace,
5, Have Service Center
Faulty wire harness
replace,
1, Have Service Center
Faulty rectifier
replace,
Faulty windings in stetor 2, Have Service Center
replace,
Faulty wiraharness
3, Have Service Center
replace,
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NEAR YOU FOR REPAIRS AND SERVICE PART PURCHASES
ENGINE OIL
CENTER
Refer to engine owner's manual for oil recommendations.
Most generatorsare equipped with a low-oil shutdown. If the oil
is low or if the Generator is not level, the engine will not start,
WArrA
WIRING
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.
ENGINE
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,
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