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1. 1 3 filter Clean cup Spark plug Checkclean eee II level Oen j 7 Figure 13 Recommended maintenance schedule Cleaning the Generator Always try to use your generator in a cool dry place However in the event your generator becomes dirty you may clean the exterior with one or more of the following A damp clothe A soft brush A vacuum Pressurized air Never clean your generator with a bucket of water or a hose Water can get inside the working pats of the generator and cause a short circuit or corrosion Checking the Oil The generator is equipped with an automatic shutoff to protect it from running on low oil Nonetheless you should check the oil level of the generator before each use to ensure that the generator crankcase has a sufficient amount To check the oil level 1 Make sure the generator is on a level surface 2 Unscrew the oil filler dipstick cap see figure 14 3 With a dry cloth wipe the oil off of the stick on the inside of the cap 4 Insert the dipstick as if you were replacing the cap and then remove again There should now be oil on the stick If there is no oil on the stick or oil only at the very end of the stick you should add oil until the engine crankcase is filled See Changing Adding Oil in this section 5 Be sure to replace cap when finished checking oil OIL FILLER HOLE OIL FILLER CAP I Figure 14 Checking the Oil Changing2. 1 Bol governorarm 38 92001 1 Gasket muffler 80 685789 86 6 FangebolMEx32 42 9100s 2 18004 62 84 Gasolineengine CN 4 N Item Pat Gty Description tem Pat aty Description sa 1 Gasolineengine 136 14022 4 Washer 86 15002 2 BotommubberA 138 14014 4 Cushion Bottom rubber B 139 50010 Outlet pipep4 5x 165 89 98802068 4 FlangenutMe 141 14900 1 Fuero 90 41350 4 Cushion frame 142 GBS787 86 13 Flange bolt MBx16 93 4 1 Circuit breaker 145 7 1 Exhaust pipe comp Receptacle 30A Receptacle 20A 147 90002 Exhaust pipe gasket 96 20140 2 DCoutputpost 148 10030 1 Mufflerguard 98 20011 1 Conzolpane 150 10081 1 Supporting plate 2 122 Plainwasheroto 132 f Fuelfilercapcom p Fuelsensor 2 Serew M5x10 p Casketfueltank I
3. Full Power Output Panel 4000 WATT GASOLINE 6 5HP GENERATOR THANK YOU FOR BUYING PowerLand INDUSTRIAL TOOLS SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE www powerlandonline com Toll Free 1 888 807 6660 Distributed Exclusively By 4 WARNING PowerLand INDUSTRIAL TOOLS To reduce risk of injury everyone using installing repairing maintaining changing accessories on or working near this tool must read and understand these Instructions before performing any such task This manual provides information regarding the operation and maintenance of these products We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information in this manual We reserve the right to change this product at any time without prior notice Please keep this manual available to all users during the entire life of the generator FEATURES Powerful Enough to Run Essential Appliances During Power Outages 120 and 240 Volt AC Outputs 12V DC Output for Automotive Battery Charging Low Oil Automatic Shutoff Circuit Breaker for Overload Protection Max Fuel Tank Capacity Handles and Wheels For Extra Mobility Meets EPA and CARB emissions standards TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL SAFELY PROCEDURE S dd 0044 1 PACKAGE CONTENTS SCE E e es 4 GENERATOR COMPONENT Queis Mie cubo ste
4. 300 300 Once you have found the rated wattage requirement of each electrical device add these numbers to find the total rated wattage you wish to draw from the generator If this number exceeds the rated wattage of the generator DO NOT connect all these device Select a combination of electrical devices which has a total rated wattage lower than or equal to the rated wattage of the generator CAUTION The generator can run at its surge wattage capacity for only a short time Connect electrical devices requiring a rated running wattage equal to or less than the rated wattage of the generator Never connect devices requiring a rated wattage equal to the surge wattage of the generator NOTE The above wattage figures are estimates Try to check the wattage listed on your electrical device before consulting this chart Once you have determined what electrical devices you will be powering with the generator connect these devices according to the following procedure 1 Plug in each electrical device with the device turned off NOTE Be sure to attach appliances to the correct receptacle outlet Connect standard 120 Volt single phase 60 Hz loads only to the 120 Volt receptacles Connect 120 240 Volt single phase 60Hz loads with NEMA L14 30 plug only to the 120 240 Volt receptacle See Figure 11 for a depiction of each of these receptacles 2 Switch the circuit breaker to the on position 3 Turn on the connected electrical devices in
5. 6 9 i m M 20 EXPEODED VIEW 38 PARTS vetta eee 2 Notice Regarding Emissions Engines that are certified to comply with California and U S EPA emission regulations for SORE Small Off Road Equipment are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline and may include the following emission control systems EM Engine Modifications and TWC Three Way Catalyst if so equipped GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES Please familiarize yourself with the following safety symbols and words The safety alert symbol is used with one of the safety words DANGER CAUTION or WARNING to alert you to hazards Please pay attention to these hazard notices both in this manual and on the generator DANGER Indicates a hazard that will result in serious injury or death if instructions are not followed WARNING Indicates a strong possibility of causing serious injury or death if instructions are not followed CAUTION Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage if instructions are not followed A DANGER This generator produces poisonous carbon monoxide gas when running This gas is both odorless and colorless Even if you do not see or smell gas carbon monoxide may still be present Breathing this poison can lead to headaches dizziness drowsiness and eventually death Use outdoors ONLY in non confined areas Keep several feet of clearance on all sides to allow pr
6. 28 5 Check that all fasteners are tight and tires are inflated between 15 40 PSI P C5 1 iN NY iV de 2 IA Y Figure 22 Figure 23 m E 24 Figure 27 Figure 28 CHANGE THE CARBON BRUSH A CUP UB 3 7 S EX 045 Dismantle the 2 bolts M5X12 Take down the installed bolts Take down the carbon brush of electric machine back cover M5X16 of carbon brush from DC wire of excitation Install the new carbon brush Insert and connect the DC Install the electric machine back with bolts M5X16 wire of excitation according cover with 2bolts M5X12 to anode cathode CHANGE THE AVR wu e i d D t Lei Mee 2 1 8 e HS RE Dismantle the 2 bolts M5X12 Take down the 2 installed Disconnect the sample wire of electric machine back cover bolts M5X16 of AVR hindered oy AN Take down the AVR from Install the new AVR with 2 Connect the sample wire carbon brush bolts M5X16 hindered E Insert and connect the DC Install the electric machine wire of excitation according back cover with 2 bolts M5 to anode cathode X12 WIRING DIAGRAM YOLVYANAD 3NI IOSVO ALIFINLLNOO HOLIMS 3NION3 1 1 yo gd ng 1 HOMO IPA i mm um UR GR m D am m ss p 17148 867 AZ Od IATA 1741 a
7. Adding Oil You should check the oil level of your generator according to the maintenance schedule in figure 13 When the oil level is low you will need to add oil until the level is sufficient to run the generator The oil capacity of your generator engine is listed in figure 15 Model number PD4000 Engine oil capacity 20 fluid oz Figure 15 Engine Oil Capacity It is only necessary to drain the oil from the crankcase if it has become contaminated with water or dirt In this case you can drain the oil from the generator according to the following steps 1 Place a bucket underneath the generator to catch oil as it drains 2 Using a 10 mm hex wrench unscrew the oil drain plug which is located on the crankcase underneath the oil filler dipstick cap See figure 16 Allow all the oil to drain from the generator 3 Replace the oil drain plug and tighten with a 10 mm hex wrench To add oil to the crankcase follow these steps 1 Make sure the generator is on a level surface 2 Unscrew the oil filler dipstick cap from the engine as shown in figure 14 above 3 Using a funnel add high detergent motor oil to the crankcase We recommend SAE 10W30 motor oil for general use When full the oil level should come close in the top of the oil fill opening see figure 17 DRAIN PLUG Figure 16 Draining oil Figure 17 Adding oil NOTE Never dispose of used motor oil in the trash or down a drain Please call your local recycling cent
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9. Uo ie amurca ood aieo EP 5 PREPARING THE GENERATOR FOR USE sele tu pte E s 6 Using the Generator for the First 6 ena nn 4 44 19 ro Olea AO izle RERO 7 step 3 Ground the GeneratOl 7 Subsequent Use of the Generat nennen 8 tep 1s Gheck Tie Oll sete ott A E E aa 8 step 2 Check the Gas Level ec AEN adsense etd eue 8 Step 3 Ground the Generator iie oso tibi SDE io posue dob ice Fue sse oa dus 8 STARTING THE GENERATOR Eek dee eS bo ope esee tbt 9 USING THE GENERATOR teta d eda a een bee ncn 10 AC USAGE 08 10 DC SAG ES 12 STOPPING THE GENERATOR i tau auos Easton etse uocem dre eee 13 MAINTENANCE 1 GARE ece de lA bote tantu aum aote ue chon densa 13 Cleahing INe 26811613 xui oi rra ews nid oe aE IO else cia as 14 Changing 16 ONE SSE ERE edema as 14 Air Gleaner 112113161125136 6 ees ou sea Be Reseau tube 15 Fuel Filter e exea Rm 16 opark Plug Mairtenalti6e sisescenu cioe eon ER due Lc IUS QR toe ocu A 16 signed gren GAS TANKS D ITEM 17 STORAGE TRANSPORT PROCEDURES erien ek SE 17 5 9 1E Cu 18
10. al minutes before refueling Do not overfill check the Specifications section for the tank capacity of your generator Always check for fuel spills IMPORTANT Use only UNLEADED gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher Do not use old gas Never use an oil gasoline mixture Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank Never store generator for extended periods of time with fuel in the tank Step 3 Ground the Generator A WARNING Failure to properly ground the generator can result in electrocution Ground the generator by tightening the grounding nut against a grounding wire see J figure 5 A generally acceptable grounding wire is a No 12 AWG American Wire Gauge stranded copper wire This grounding wire should be connected at the other end to a copper or brass grounding rod that is driven into the earth Grounding codes can vary by location Please contact a local electrician to check the grounding regulations for your area STARTING THE GENERATOR CAUTION Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator before attempting to start To start your generator perform the following steps Make sure no electrical devices are connected to the generator Such devices can make it difficult for the engine to start 2 Check that the generator is properly grounded see page 13 Ground the Generator 3 Turn the fuel valve to the on position see figure 6 4 Move the choke lever to the clos
11. eas such as metal decking or steel work GFCIS are available in line with some extension cords Do not use in rainy or wet conditions Do not touch bare wires or receptacles outlets Do not allow children or non qualified persons to operate A WARNING This generator produces heat when running Temperatures near exhaust can exceed 1507 65 C Do not touch hot surfaces Pay attention to warning labels on the generator denoting hot parts of the machine Allow generator to cool several minutes after use before touching engine or areas which heat during use CAUTION Misuse of this generator can damage it or shorten its life Use generator only for its intended purposes Operate only on dry level surfaces Allow generator to run for several minutes before connecting electrical devices Shut off and disconnect any malfunctioning devices from generator Do not exceed the Wattage capacity of the generator by plugging in more electrical devices than the unit can handle see PRECAUTIONS OVERLOADING THE GENERATOR Do not turn on electrical devices until after they are connected to the generator Turn off all connected electrical devices before stopping the generator In addition to the above safety notices please familiarize yourself with the safety and hazard markings on the generator Generator exhaust contains toxic Stop generator before refueling carbon monoxide gas NEVER operate Check for spill
12. ed position see figure 7 5 oet the engine switch to the on position 6 Pull on the recoil starter handle slowly until a slight resistance is felt see figure 8 Then pull quickly to start the engine Return cord gently into the machine Never allow the cord to snap back 7 If engine fails to start repeat step 4 NOTE After repeated attempts to start the engine please consult the troubleshooting guide before attempting again 8 Once the engine has started and run for about a minute move the choke lever about half way towards the open position Wait another 30 seconds and then move the choke lever all the way to the open position 9 Allow the generator to run for several minutes before attempting to connect any electrical devices Figure 6 Fuel Valve in the on position EN CHOKE LEVER STARTER GRIP OPEN CLOSED CLOSED Figure 7 Choke in the closed position refer to choke location Figure 8 Pulling the start cord USING THE GENERATOR Once you have allowed the engine to run for several minutes you may connect electrical devices to the generator AC Usage You may connect electrical devices running on AC current according to their wattage requirements The chart in figure 9 shows the rated and surge wattage of your generator according to its model number The rated wattage corresponds to the maximum wattage the generator can output on a continuous basis The surge wattage corres
13. ed fuel indoors or in poorly ventilated areas Do not operate near open flame CAUTION HOT EXHAUST TION HIGH TEMPERATURE DO NOT TOUCH ir MJ Do Nor ToucH PACKAGE CONTENTS Your generator comes with the items listed below Please check to see that all of the following items may be included with your generator depending on your generator model Screw driver Spanner Spark plug wrench GENERATOR COMPONENTS Please familiarize yourself with the locations and functions of the various components and controls of your generator M WM V Y N N NV N JJ ANON N N ND NN A 1 Air cleaner a removable cleanable soonge like element that limits the amount of dirt pulled into the engine 2 Choke lever Adjusts the amount of air let into the engine 3 Fuel Gauge Indicates the amount of fuel in the tank 4 Fuel Cap Access to the fuel tank for adding fuel 5 Circuit Breaker Reset switch that protects the generator from electrical overload 6 120 240 Volt AC Receptacle Use to connect electrical devices that run 120 and or 240 Volt 60Hz single phase AC current NEMA L 14 30 7 Ground Terminal Connect grounding wires here to properly ground unit 8 120 Volt AC Receptacle Use to connect electrical devices that run 120 Volt 60 Hz single phase AC curren
14. er or auto garage to arrange oil disposal Air Cleaner Maintenance Routine maintenance of the air cleaner helps maintain proper airflow to the carburetor Occasionally check that the air cleaner is free of excessive dirt Unhinge the clasps at the top and bottom of the air cleaner cover see figure 18 2 Remove the sponge like elements from the casing 3 Wipe the dirt from inside the empty air cleaner casing 4 Wash the sponge like elements in household detergent and warm water Allow to drying 5 Soak the dry elements in engine oil Squeeze out any excess oil 6 Replace the sponge like elements in the air cleaner casing and replace the cover AIR CLEANER COVER Figure 18 Removing the air cleaner casing Fuel Filter Cup Cleaning The fuel filter cup is a small well underneath the fuel valve It helps to trap dirt and water that may be in your fuel tank before it can enter the engine To clean the fuel filter cup 1 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position 2 Unscrew the fuel filter cup from the fuel valve using a wrench Turn the valve toward you to unscrew see figure 19 3 Clean the cup of all sediment Using a rag or brush 4 Reinstall the fuel filter cup EE MES xp S ma S T n E gE IN Vie 5 FUEL FILTER CUP Figure 19 Removing the Fuel Filter Cup Spark Plug Maintenance The spark plug is important for proper engine operation A g
15. ervice life Engine oil recommended SAE 10W 30 As viscosity varies with regions and temperatures so the lubricant has to be selected in accordance with our Environment Temperature recommendation Temperature gt o 20 40 60 80 7 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 C To add oil follow these steps Make sure the generator is on a level surface 2 Unscrew the oil filler dipstick cap from the engine as shown in figure 2 3 Using a funnel add the appropriate amount of oil as found in figure 1 into the crankcase You will know the crankcase is full when the oil level has reached the lower lip of the opening you have just poured the oil into see figure 3 4 Replace oil filler cap OIL FILLER HOLE OIL ud CAP Figure 2 Unscrewing the oil cap Figure 3 Adding oil Step 2 Add Gasoline A WARNING Gasoline and gas fumes are highly flammable Do not fill tank near an open flame Do not overfill Always check for fuel spills To ensure that the generator runs smoothly use only FRESH UNLEADED GAS WITH AN OCTANE RATING OF 87 OR HIGHER To add gasoline 1 Make sure the generator is on a level surface 2 Unscrew gas cap and set aside NOTE the gas cap may be tight and hard to unscrew 3 Slowly add unleaded gasoline to the fuel tank Be careful not to overfill Please refer to the chart in figure 4 to find the gas capacity of your generator model The fuel gauge on the top of the generator indicates ho
16. he fuel filter cup 7 Store the emptied gasoline in a suitable place A CAUTION Do not store fuel from one season to another STORAGE TRANSPORT PROCEDURES A CAUTION Never place any type of storage cover on the generator while it is still hot When transporting or storing your generator for extended periods of time Empty the gas tank see Emptying the Gas Tank in the Maintenance section Disconnect the spark plug Do not obstruct any ventilation openings Keep the generator in a cool dry area SPECIFICATIONS Generator AC Output PD4000 DC Output Dimensions in Length 23 2 width217 height 17 Engine PD4000 4 stroke OHV single cylinder with forced air cooling Engine type system Ignition system Non contact transistor Displacement Starting type Recoil Fuel tank capacity 15L 3 96US gal Oil capacity 0 6L 20fl oz Run time on 50 load 72dB 7m 22 feet TROUBLESHOOTING Prolem Cause Soltin Engine will not Engine switch is set to off oet engine switch to on start Fuel valve is turned to closed Turn fuel valve to open position Choke is open Close the choke Engine is out of gas Add gas Engine IS filled with contaminated or old gas Change the gas on the engine Move generator to a level surface to prevent low oil shutdown from triggering Generator is not on level surface Add or replace oil Se
17. ing the Generator for the First Time If you have not yet read this section go back and read it now Step 1 Check the oil The generator is equipped with an automatic shutoff to protect it from damage due to low oll Nonetheless you should check the oil level of the engine before each use to ensure that the engine crankcase has a sufficient amount To check the oil level 1 Make sure the generator is on a level surface 2 Unscrew the oil filler dipstick cap 3 With a dry cloth wipe the oil off of the stick on the inside of the cap 4 Insert the dipstick as if you were replacing the cap and then remove again There should now be oil on the stick If there is no oil on the stick or oil only at the very end of the stick you should add oil until the engine crankcase is filled see Adding Oil portion of the Maintenance section 5 Be sure to replace cap when finished checking oil NOTE The oil capacity for your generator can be found in the Specifications section of this manual Step 2 Check the Gas Level Before starting the generator check to see that there is sufficient gasoline in the gas tank The fuel gauge on top of the generator will indicate the gas level in the tank Add gas if necessary according to the steps in the Adding Gasoline portion of the Maintenance section A WARNING Gasoline and gasoline fumes arc highly flammable Do not fill tank near an open flame Always allow engine to cool for sever
18. n your skin flush with water x If battery acid gets in your eyes flush with water and call a physician immediately x If battery acid is swallowed drink large quantities of milk and call a physician immediately STOPPING THE GENERATOR To stop the generator 1 Turn off then unplug all connected electrical devices 2 Switch the circuit breaker to the off position 3 Allow the generator to run for several more minutes with no electrical devices connected This helps stabilize the temperature of the generator 4 Set the engine switch to the off position 5 Turn the fuel valve to the off position A WARNING Allow the generator to cool for several minutes before touching areas that become hot during use CAUTION Allowing gas to sit in the generator tank for long periods of time without use can make it difficult to start the generator in the future Never store generator for extended periods of time with fuel in the tank MAINTENANCE CARE Proper routine maintenance of your generator will help prolong the life of your machine Please perform maintenance checks and operations according the schedule in figure 13 CAUTION Never perform maintenance operations while the generator is running Recommended Maintenance schedule Every Every 3 Every 6 Every month or months or months or year or 12 ES 50 hrs 100 hrs 300 hrs Air cleaner Check x Olean
19. ood spark plug should be intact free of deposits and properly gapped To inspect you spark plug 1 Pull on the spark plug cap to remove it 2 Unscrew the spark plug from the generator using the spark plug wrench included with this product see figure 20 3 Visually inspect the spark plug If it is cracked or chipped discard and replace with a new spark plug We recommend using a FERTC spark plug such as NGKBPR5ES 4 Measure the plug gap with a gauge see figure 21 The gap should be 0 7 0 8 nun 0 028 0 031 in 5 If you are re using the spark plug use a wire brush to clean any dirt from around the spark plug base and then re gap the spark plug 6 Screw the spark plug back into its place on the generator using the spark plug wrench Replace the spark plug cap PLUG WRENCH 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031 in PLUG CAP Figure 20 Removing the spark plug Figure 21 Measuring the spark plug gap Emptying the Gas Tank Before storing your generator for extended periods of time you should drain your generator of gasoline To drain the generator of gas 1 Turn the fuel valve to the off position 2 Remove the fuel filter cup See Removing the Fuel Filter Cup earlier in this section 3 Empty the fuel filter cup of any fuel 4 With a receptacle underneath the generator to catch the gas turn the fuel valve to the on position Drain all the gas from the generator 5 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position 6 Replace t
20. oper ventilation of the generator A WARNING This generator may emit highly flammable and explosive gasoline vapors which can cause severe burns or even death A nearby open flame can lead to explosion even if not directly in contact with gas Do not operate near open flame Do not smoke near generator Always operate on a firm level surface Always turn generator off before refueling Allow generator to cool for at least 2 minutes before removing fuel cap Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in tank Do not overfill gas tank Gas may expand during operation Do not fill to the top of the tank Always check for spilled gas before operating Empty gasoline tank before storing or transporting the generator Before transporting turn fuel valve to off and disconnect spark plug A WARNING This generator produces powerful voltage which can result in electrocution ALWAYS ground the generator before using it see the Grounding the Generator portion of the PREPARING THE GENERATOR FOR USE section Generator should only be plugged into electrical devices either directly or with an extension cord NEVER connect to a building electrical system without a qualified electrician Such connections must comply with local electrical laws and codes Failure to comply can create a backed which may result in serious injury or death to utility workers Use a ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI in highly conductive ar
21. ponds to the maximum amount of power the generator can output for a short period of time Many electrical devices such as refrigerators require short bursts of extra power in addition the rated wattage listed by the device to stop and start their motors The surge wattage ability of the generator covers this extra power requirement Model Number Rated Running Wattage Surge Wattage PD4000 3200 4000 Figure 9 generator wattage by model number The total running wattage requirement of the electrical devices connected to the generator should not exceed the rated wattage of the generator itself To calculate the total wattage requirement of the electrical devices you wish to connect find the rated or running wattage of each device This number should be listed somewhere on the device or in its instruction manual If you cannot find this wattage you may calculate it by multiplying the Voltage requirement by the Amperage drawn Watts Volts x Amperes If these specifications are not available you may estimate the Watts required by your device by using the chart in figure 10 Tool or Appliance Rated Running Watts Additional Surge Watts Electric water heater 40 gal 4000 0 Hot plate Saw radial arm Electric stove Window air conditioner 1200 1200 1000 o e 1000 Electric dri 995 8 180 100 75 Figure 10 Estimated wattage requirements of common electrical devices 800 800 800 00 900 900 480 400
22. t 2 x duplex GFCI 9 Volt Meter Provides reading of voltage output 10 I2V DC Receptacle Use for charging 12 Volt automotive type batteries only 11 Oil Filler Cap Use to Add oil or checking the oil 12 Oil Fill and Dipstick Location for checking and filling engine oil 13 Engine Switch Used to start stop engine 14 Recoil Starter Pull cord for starting engine 15 Fuel Filter Cup Traps dirt and water from fuel before it enters the engine 16 Fuel valve Allows fuel to enter engine 17 Spark plug Provides proper engine ignition 18 Muffler Reduces engine noise PREPARING THE GENERATOR FOR USE Using the Generator for the First Time If you are using the generator for the first time there are a few steps you must take to prepare it for operation Step 1 Add oil The generator requires engine oil to operate properly The generator when new from the package contains no oil in the crankcase You must add the proper amount of oil before operating the generator for the first time This amount which is equal to the oil capacity of the engine crankcase can be found on the chart in figure 1 When filling the engine with oil in the future please refer to this chart Model number PD4000 Engine oil capacity 20 fluid oz Figure 1 Generator Oil Capacity CAUTION Do not apply engine oil with additives or 2 stroke gasoline engine oil as they haven t enough lubrication which may shorten the engine s s
23. t by Wire Gauge Watts Watts 28 300 600 NR 100 600 975 250 L5 90 10 Nh so so m0 v5 75 wo te00 nR 0 mo 125 100 s 18 399 Ni 150 100 95 NR 25 300 600 150 10 60 NR m 40 480 o 90 NR NR NR NR NR not recommended Figure 12 Maximum Extension Cord Lengths by Power Requirement DC Usage CAUTION The DC receptacle is for recharging 12 Volt automotive type batteries only Do not connect any other device to this receptacle CAUTION Use the generator only to recharge 12 Volt batteries Never try to jumpstart a car with your generator To connect 12 Volt batteries to the DC receptacle 1 Connect one charging wire to the positive terminal on the battery and the other charging wire to the negative terminal 2 Connect the free end of the positive wire to the positive receptacle outlet on the generator 3 Start the generator 4 Carefully connect the free end of the negative wire to the negative receptacle on the generator 5 When disconnecting always disconnect the wires from the generator first to avoid a spark A DANGER Storage batteries emit highly explosive hydrogen gas when charged Batteries also contain acid which can cause severe chemical burns Do not allow open flames or cigarettes nearby for several minutes after charging a battery Always wear protective goggles and rubber gloves when charging a battery x If battery acid gets o
24. t the circuit breaker to the on Circuit breaker is off E position Engine runs but If you are using an extension cord there IS no Bad connecting wires cables try a different one electrical output electrical device Try connecting a different device P to generator nnecting f r electrical Generator runs Car GE Ue add Try connecting fewer electrical loads but does not to the generator support all Short in one of the connected Try disconnecting any faulty or electrical devices devices short circuited electrical loads connected Air cleaner is dirty Clean or replace air cleaner GENERATOR ASSEMBLY AND MOUNTING Generator is supplied with a wheel kit If you want to install the wheel kit on your unit please follow the instructions below If you will not be using the wheel kit skip this section 1 Place the bottom of the generator cradle on a flat even surface Temporarily place unit on blocks to ease assembly 2 Secure the support leg to the cradle with cap screws M8 x 16 and lock nuts M8 see figure 22 3 Secure the axle to the cradle with cap screws M8 x 16 and lock nuts M8 see figure 23 4 Slide a wheel with the inflation valve facing out and a flat washer over the axle then secure the wheel with a retaining pin see figure 24 Figure 25 Figure 26 5 Position the handles on the cradle and attach with plastic flat washer cap screws M8 X 16 and lock nuts M8 Figure 27 Figure
25. the order of the amount of power they require beginning with the device with the highest rated Wattage requirement CAUTION Do not connect 50Hz or 3 phase loads to the generator AC 120 240V Voltage Selector Switch 120V AC Receptacles pades _ 12V DC Receptacles Figure 11 Receptacles available on the generator VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH The voltage selector switches the main power carrying windings of the generator to produce 120V ONLY or 120 240V If a 240V appliance is connected to the 4 prong receptacle the switch must be in the 120 240V position If only a 120V appliance is being connected to any of the 120V 3 prong receptacles select the 120V ONLY position 120 240V The 120V and 120 240V receptacles can be used simultaneously 120V Receptacles only can output half of the rated power 120V ONLY the 120V receptacles can be used Do not use the 120 240V receptacle in this position Rated power will be available at the 120V twist lock receptacle VARNING Change the Voltage Selector Switch after turning the AC circuit breaker to OFF The generator may be damaged SOME NOTES ABOUT POWER CORDS Long or thin cords can drain the power provided to an electrical device by the generator When using such cords allow for a slightly higher rated wattage requirement by the electrical device See Figure 12 for recommended cords based on the power requirement of the electrical device Device Requirements Max Cord Length f
26. w much gasoline is in the generator gas tank NOTE Gas can expand Do not fill the gas tank to the very top 4 Replace fuel cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline with a dry clothe IMPORTANT Never use an oil gasoline mixture Never use old gas Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank Gas can age in the tank and make it hard to start up the generator in the future Never store generator for extended periods of time with fuel in the tank Model number PD4000 Gas tank capacity 15L 3 96 us gallons Figure 4 Gas Tank Capacity Step 3 Ground the Generator A WARNING Failure to properly ground the generator can result in electrocution Ground the generator by tightening the grounding nut against a grounding wire see figure 5 A generally acceptable grounding wire is a No 12 AWG American Wire Gauge stranded copper wire This grounding wire should be connected at the other end to a copper or brass grounding rod that is driven into the end Grounding codes can vary by location Please contact a local electrician to check the grounding regulations for your area Grounding Wing Nut Figure 5 Attaching the Grounding Wire to the Generator Subsequent Use of the Generator If this is not your first time using the generator there are still steps you should take to prepare it for operation IMPORTANT At this point you should be familiar with the procedures described in the first portion of this section entitled Us
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