PYLE Audio BSV750 User's Manual
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1. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM Engine will not start No electrical output Repeated circuit breaker tripping Generator overheating No auto idle if equipped DC does not have power with the circuit breaker depressed if equipped Low on fuel or oil Ignition switch in Off position Faulty spark plug Choke in wrong position Fuel shut off valve in closed position Unit loaded during start up Spark plug wire loose Faulty fuel shut off solenoid Faulty receptacle Circuit breaker kicked out Defective capacitor Faulty power cord GFCI switch breaker kicked out Overload Faulty cords or equipment Generator overloaded Insufficient ventilation Faulty solenoid Faulty idle control switch Faulty windings in stator Faulty circuit board Faulty wire harness Faulty rectifier Faulty windings in stator Faulty wire harness 20 ENG aR ph 2 4 CORRECTION Add fuel or oil Turn to ON position Replace spark plug Adjust choke accordingly Open fuel shut off valve Remove load from unit Attach wire to spark plug Have an Authorized Service Center replace Have an Authorized Service Center replace Depress and reset Have an Authorized Service Center replace Repair or replace cord Depress and reset Reduce load Check for damaged bare or frayed wires on equipment Replace Reduce load M2. immediately ASSEMBLY Read this manual Do not attempt to operate equipment until you have read this Manual for Safety Operation and Maintenance Instruc tions NOTE This manual is a general manual Informa tion 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 e Open carton from top e Cut carton along dotted lines e Remove all carton inserts e Remove generator through opening in carton e If equipped See portability Kit instructions to assemble the portability kit e if equipped Remove shipping block from under the gen head by unscrewing the bolt and remove the wood block It is very important that this is removed before starting your generator See Figure 1 Figure 1 IMPORTANT Before any attempt to start your genera tor 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 clarify any needed grounding information Your local electric com pany or a certified electrician should be able to help you with this information NOTE Your engine is already grounded to the frame by a grounding strap Grounding Lug 820 Figure 2 TYPICAL INSTALLATION OF BATT
3. RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE cont d ADANGER 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 Improper connection of items to generator Operation of unit when damaged or with guards or panels removed WHAT COULD HAPPEN Water is an excellent conductor of electricity Water which comes in contact with electrically charged com ponents can transmit electricity to the frame and other surfaces resulting in electrical shock to anyone contacting them Contact with worn or damaged exten sion cords could result in electrocu tion 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 overheat ing 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 func tioning normally could result in fire or electrocution Removal of guard
4. household generator Always use a ULL listed voltage sensi ances without a voltage surge protec will incur voltage variations causing damage tive surge protector to connect volt tor to voltage sensitive appliances or could age sensitive appliances TV comput result in fire er stereo etc Failure to use a U L listed voltage surge protector will void the warranty on your genera tor Notice A multiple outlet strip is not a surge protector Make sure you use a U L listed voltage surge protector Operating generator while suspended Generator will not operate properly and Never operate generator while sus will cause damage to the generator and pended or in an unlevel position could cause serious injury or death to you Always operate generator on a flat or others level surface AWARNING RISK OF HOT SURFACES WHAT COULD HAPPEN Contact with hot surfaces such as en gines exhaust components could result in serious burns HOW TO PREVENT IT During operation touch only the con trol surfaces of the generator Keep children away from the generator at all times They may not be able to recog nize the hazards of this product Contact with hot engine and generator components 8 ENG READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR AWARNING RISK OF MOVING PARTS HAZARD Contact with moving parts can result in serious injury parts are covered by guarding
5. indoors 15 seconds per minute PAAIE Never fill fuel tank when when trying to start engine Extended cranking can engine is running or hot Do not smoke when filling damage the starter motor fuel tank NOTE When the engine starts the OFF RUN START Never run engine indoors or in switch is released into the RUN position A CAUTION enclosed poor ventilated For Recoil Start Place areas engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide OFF RUN START switch an odorless and deadly gas in the RUN position 3 Make sure generator is grounded in accordance Grasp handle on rope with local requirements rewind slowly Pull rope 4 All electrical loads MUST be disconnected with a rapid full arm 1 stroke Let rope rewind position 4 When engine starts gradually Engine speed has been fac move the choke to the NO ACAUTION tory set to provide safe op Choke position eration Tampering with the engine speed NOTE IF ENGINE OIL LEVEL IS adjustment could result in overheating of attach TOO LOW ENGINE WILL NOT ments and could cause a fire Never attempt to START CHECK OIL LEVEL AND gt eo speed up the engine to obtain more perfor ADD IF NECESSARY mance Both the output voltage and frequency IMPORTANT Allow generator to run will be thrown out of standard by this practice at no load for 5 minutes upon each endangering attachments and the user initial start up to allow engine and generator to stabilize You MUST unplug any load CAUTION from the gen
6. long dis tances AWARNING An extension cord that is hot to the touch is overloaded Repair or replace damaged exten sion cords immediately Double Throw Transfer Switch Potential hazards exist when a portable electric genera tor is connected to the main electrical supply coming into the house It is at that point that the electrical generator could feed back into the utility company s system causing possible electrocution of workers who are repairing the electrical lines To avoid back feeding of electricity into utility systems a double throw transfer switch must be installed between the generator and utility power The Double Throw Transfer Switch should be installed by a licensed electrician and in compliance with all state and local electrical codes When installing a Double Throw Transfer Switch a minimum of 10 gauge wiring must be used The electrician should also install a sub panel to isolate the circuits you would want to use during an emergen cy or electrical power outage Your generator will not be large enough to handle the load of all the lights ap pliances TV etc at one time To select which items to run during the electrical power outage see Wattage Calculation section in this manual 11 ENG OPERATION KNOW YOUR GENERATOR Read this General Manual and Safety Rules before operation of your Generator Compare the illustration in your parts manual with your generator to familiarize yoursel
7. 0 FREEZER 600 x SMALL REFRIGERATOR 1800 2400 x AIR COND ROOM 7200 1000 x ale EE 800 FURNACE FAN 1 3 HP 1000 x WELL PUMP 1 2 HP CAUTION doollee ee eee ee 7 He I _ a I 4 DO NOT CONNECT VOLTAGE SENSITIVE 1 l TELEVISION J 3 300 CAUTION ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT SET COMPUTER a ETC DIRECTLY TO YOUR GENERATOR IF YOU USE THE GENERATOR TO POWER SENSITIVE EQUIPMENT 800 PROTECTOR YOU MUST USE A U L LISTED VOLTAGE SURGE MICROWAVE NOTICE FAILURE TO USE A U L LISTED VOLTAGE SURGE PROTECTOR WILL DAMAGE YOUR EQUIPMENT AND VOID YOUR WARRANTY SPACE HEATER WATER HEATER 4000 THE IDLE CONTROL MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION WHEN OPERATING LARGE MOTOR LOADS FREEZERS TIMES NUMBER REFRIGERATORS ETC OR VOLTAGE SENSITIVE ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT LIGHTING WATTS OF BULBS TV COMPUTERS ETC 60 WATT BULBS 60 75 WATT BULBS 75 100 WATT BULBS 100 x 300 WATT BULBS 300 FOR PRODUCTS NOT LISTED REFER TO CALCULATION INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRIC LOAD GRAND TOTAL THIS TOTAL MUST BE LESS THAN YOUR GENERATOR RATING AVERAGE VALUES ACTUAL INDIVIDUAL WATTAGE RATING OF YOUR GENERATOR P DEVICE VOLTAGES MAY BE HIGHER OR LOWER THIS TOTAL MUST BE GREATER THAN YOUR HOUSEHOLD WATTAGE LOAD 19 ENG
8. APPEN 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 gaso line vapors to ignite Improperly stored fuel could lead to ac cidental ignition Fuel improperly se cured could get into the hands of chil dren 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 prop er ventilation features causing over heating 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 re sult in overheating of attachments and could cause a fire Spilled fuel and its vapors can become ignited from hot surfaces or sparks 6 ENG HOW TO PREVENT IT 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 gener ator 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 v
9. ERY 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 1 Place battery in rack with terminals facing towards generator head 2 Place battery bracket A over battery as shown in Figure 3 opposite battery terminals Figure 3 3 Place L bolt B through top and bottom brackets and secure with wing nut 4 Locate the solenoid on the left side of the unit See Figure 4 Positive Battery Cable kI wa BY amp ce 2 248 127 od Figure 4 To Prevent sparks connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal before connecting the black negative cable 5 Remove the nut from the solenoid post and place one end of the positive red battery cable onto the post Reassemble nut and tighten securely See Figure 4 10 ENG Lawn amp Garden batteries can come in two terminal configurations The Positive and Negative terminals can be oriented so that they are or See Figure 5 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 covered under war
10. ESPANOL PAGINA 23 FRAN AIS PAGE 45 Instruction manual Model BSV750 Generator Shown with optional portability kit To learn more about Porter Cable IMPORTANT visit our website at Please make certain that the person who is to use this equipment http www porter cable com carefully reads and understands these instructions before starting operations The Model and Serial No plate is located on the frame Record these D numbers in the spaces below and retain for future reference ORTER CABLE Model No 00 PROFESSIONAL POWER TOOLS Type Serial No Copyright 2000 PORTER CABLE Corporation Part No D24130 023 1 SPECIFICATION MODEL BSV750 HORSE POWER 13 RATED SURGE WATTS 7500 10 750 VOLTAGE 120 240 AMPERAGE 62 5 31 25 PHASE SINGLE FREQUENCY 60 Hz ENGINE SPEED 3600 RPM MAX AMBIENT TEMP 104 F FUEL CAPACITY 7 GALLON RUN TIME 50 100 9 4 5 4HRS Read Owner s Manual Do not operate equipment until A W AR N NG you have read Owners Manual for Safety Operation and Maintenance Instructions 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 an
11. HLY For maximum protection against electrical shock the GFCI should be tested monthly generator as instructed in this manual To test ENGINE MAINTENANCE 1 Depress the TEST button The RESET button should Refer to the Engine Operator s manual for service and extend If the RESET button does not extend notify a maintenance of the engine Porter Cable Authorized Service Center GENERATOR MAINTENANCE 2 restore power depress the RESET button firmly into the GFCI unit until an audible click is heard If reset Your generator should be kept clean and dry at all times The properly the RESET button is flush with the surface of generator should not be stored or operated in environments the test button When the button stays in the power is that includes excessive moisture dust or any corrosive ON vapors If these substances are on the generator clean with a cloth or soft bristle brush Do not use a garden hose or anything with 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 generator head 15 ENG STORAGE If you are going to store your generator for more than 30 days use the following information as a guide to prepare the generator for storage ACAUTION 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 fu
12. T MIGHT CAUSE SERIOUS attention to INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AWARNING When using this product basic pre cautions should always be followed including the following ADANGER RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE HAZARD WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Attempting to connect generator Back feeding electricity through a Never backfeed electricity through directly to the electrical system of building s electrical system to the out a structure s electrical system any building structure side utility feed lines could en danger repair persons attempting to restore service Attempting to connect to the incom To connect to a structure s electri ing utility service could result in elec cal system in a safe manner trocution always have a Double Throw Transfer Switch installed by a qual Restoration of electrical service while ified electrician and in compliance the generator is connected to the with local ordinances When in incoming utility could result in a fire or stalling a Double Throw Transfer serious damage if an isolator switch is Switch a minimum of 10 gauge not installed wiring must be used Failure to use a double throw transfer switch when connecting to a struc ture s electrical system can damage appliances and WILL VOID the manufacturer s warranty 4 ENG READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR
13. acity of at least 2650 watts 17 ENG WATTAGE CALCULATIONS STARTING WATTAGE REQUIREMENTS 2 determine the approximate starting wattage requirement for most appliances and tools with 1 Some appliances and tools will list on the motor name inductive type motors multiply the wattage that was plate the starting and running voltage and amperage calculated by 2 to 4 times to assure adequate generator requirements Use the following formula to convert capacity If the nameplate information is not available voltage and amperage to wattage use the values on the following chart as a guide Volts X Amp Watts 3 Remember that the starting and running wattage for resistive loads are the same Example a 100 watt light 120 volts x 10 amps 1200 watts bulb requires only 100 watts to start Most resistive loads will be listed in wattage Application Guide To select the right generator for your needs total the wattage of the items to be run at the same time Electric Appliance 8 8 3 8 Hand Drill Light Bulb Home Security 1 Micro Contractor Refrigerator Freezer Clothes Washer Water Heater Air Conditioner 20 000 BTU The wattage ratings shown are averages Wattage requirements may vary with different brands of appliances Emergency Relief Recreational 18 ENG WATTAGE CALCULATIONS HOUSEHOLD WATTAGE CALCULATOR APPLIANCE OR TYPICAL DEVICE WATTAGE TOTAL REFRIGERATOR 80
14. d 4443 of the Cal ifornia 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 2 ENG WARRANTY 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 De
15. e used C 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 DETERMINING WATTAGE REQUIREMENTS Before operating this generator list all of the appliances and or tools that are going to operate at the same time Then determine the starting wattage requirements and the running wattage requirements by following example and or refer to wattage calculator on page 16 1 First total the running wattage of all appliances and or tools that will be operated at the same time Running Watts Starting Watts Example 1 Lights 100 Watts 0 Television 300 Watts 0 Slow Cooker 250 Watts _ 0 TOTAL 650 Watts 0 2 Next the starting wattages of any appliances and or tools that will start and stop during operation Running Watts Starting Watts Example 2 Small Refrigerator 500 Watts 2000 Watts TOTAL 500 Watts 2000 Watts 3 The running wattage of examples 1 amp 2 totals 1150 watts The starting wattage 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 running watts of 1150 Example 3 1500 Starting Watts 1150 Running Watts TOTAL 2650 Total Watts Generator must have a maximum cap
16. entilated 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 perfor mance 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 1 2 inch below the tip of the fuel tank Never refuel with the engine running READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR Risk of Injury and Property Damage When Transporting Generator ADANGER WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Fire Inhalation Damage to Vehicle Fuel or oil can leak or spill and could If generator is equipped with a fuel Surfaces result in fire or breathing hazard seri shut off valve turn the valve to the ous injury or death can result Fuel or off position before transporting to oil leaks will damage carpet paint or avoid fuel leaks If generator is not other surfaces in vehicles or trailers equipped with a fuel shut off valve drain the fuel from tank before transporting Transport fuel only in an OSHA approved container Always place genera
17. er s operator s manual for the correct procedure If a battery charger is not available have an authorized service center charge the battery When charging the battery do AWARNING not smoke Keep away from any sparks The fumes from the battery acid can cause an explosion To prevent explosive fumes from accumulating do not charge in an enclosed area Sulfuric acid is a flammable AWARNING and explosive chemical that is harmful to the skin eyes and clothing NOTE The battery may need to be recharged if stored a long period of time WATTAGE CALCULATIONS 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 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 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 b
18. erator before starting to prevent permanent damage to any appliances 13 ENG STOPPING ENGINE 3 Connect the lights next 1 Disconnect all electrical loads 4 Voltage sensitive equipment should be the last equipment connected to the generator Plug voltage sensitive appliances such at TV s 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 generator Failure to connect and ACAUTION 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 defective This 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 test the generator for proper operation before any determination of liability is made Failure to maintain the equipment or wiring for 3 Close fuel shut off valve inspection will void any claim for damages by the customer Porter Cable Corporat
19. f with the location of various controls and ad justments Save all manuals for future references GENERATOR CAPACITY IMPORTANT Exceeding the rated capacity of your generator can result in serious damage to your genera tor and connected electrical devices See the Wattage Calculation section in this manual to assist you in de termining the appliances and tools that can be ran with the wattage capacity of your generator CIRCUIT BREAKERS Each receptacle has a circuit breaker to protect the generator from overloading If the circuit breaker trips unplug all electrical loads from the generator Let the circuit breaker cool down Push circuit breaker button to reset LOW OIL SHUTDOWN Your generator engine is equipped with Low Oil Shut down 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 au tomatically shut itself down and will not restart until the oil is added If the oil is low before start up the gener ator will not start until oil is added NOTE The Low Oil Shutdown mechanism is very sen sitive You must fill the engine to the full mark on the dipstick to inactivate this safety device OFF RUN START SWITCH Placed in the START 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 Choo
20. ing could expose electrically charged components and result in electrocution 5 ENG HOW TO PREVENT IT 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 conductiv ity surface such as a concrete slab ALWAYS operate generator a min imum of six feet from any conduc tive surface Read the load rating chart and in structions in the Wattage Calcula tion 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 Autho rized Service Center Do not operate generator with protective guarding removed READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR HAZARD Attempting to fill the fuel tank while the engine is running Sparks fire hot objects Improper storage of fuel Inadequate ventilation for genera tor Tampering with factory set engine speed settings Overfilling the fuel tank fuel spill age AWARNING RISK OF FIRE WHAT COULD H
21. ion will CONNECTING ELECTRICAL LOADS not be responsible for equipment damaged as f 1 a result of voltage surges improper operation 1 Let engine run and warm up for five minutes after or improper installation of the generator 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 most wattage first See Wattage Calculation Section in this manual 14 ENG MAINTENANCE CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TABLE ea Oe e fees Every 100 Hours or Every Season Every 50 Hours or Every Season Before each Every 25 use Hours or Every Season MAINTENANCE TASK reckoned SSR change 1 8 100 Prepare Unit for Storage 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 maintain the GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER GFCI RECEPTACLE MONT
22. livery installation or normal adjustments explained in the owner s manual Damage or liability caused by shipping improper handling improper installation improper maintenance improper modification 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
23. 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 1 888 559 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 Porter Cable Corporation 4825 Highway 45 North P O Box 2468 Jackson TN 38302 2468 1 888 559 8550 3 ENG SAFETY GUIDELINES DEFINITIONS This manual contains information that A DANGER ACAUTION is important for you to know and un derstand This information relates to URGENT SAFETY INFORMATION AHAZARD Information for preventing damage to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PRE THAT WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR equipment VENTING EQUIPMENT PROB LOSS OF LIFE LEMS To help you recognize this information we use symbols to the AWARNING CAUTION right Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION A Information that you should pay special HAZARD THA
24. ngine indoors or in ACAUTION shipped from the factory ACAUTION enclosed poor ventilated areas without oil in the crankcase Operating the unit engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an without oil can damage the engine odorless and deadly gas Always check engine oil IMPORTANT Make sure the battery is properly serviced fully A CAUTION level before every start charged and assembled before starting Running engine low of oil or out of oil could 1 Open the fuel shut off valve result in serious damage to the engine Follow the steps listed below before starting gener ator 1 Check engine oil Refer the Engine Operator s Manual for correct grade and quantity of oil 2 Move the choke control located on the engine to CHOKE position A cold engine may require to be choked longer than a warm engine 2 Check fuel level fill as required Make sure genera tor is turned off and has been allowed time to cool down Use clean fresh regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane Do not mix oil with gasoline Sissel BAR 3 For Electric Start Push ever TIN Tuer tank Completely OFF RUN START switch ONE Fill tank to 1 2 below the eh panel tothe bottom of the filler neck to provide space for fuel START position to start expansion Wipe any fuel spillage from engine and engine Hold in START equipment before starting engine position no longer than Never fill fuel tank
25. ove to adequate supply of fresh air Have Service Center replace Have Service Center replace Have Service Center replace Have Service Center replace Have Service Center replace Have Service Center replace Have Service Center replace 3 Have Service Center replace NOTES 21 ENG GENERATOR QUICK FACTS CALL 1 888 559 8550 TO FIND A LOCAL AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER NEAR YOU FOR REPAIRS AND SERVICE PART PURCHASES ENGINE Use clean fresh gasoline with a minimum 87 octane rating Do not add GAS gasoline during or immediately after use Refer to engine owner s manual for recommendations to engine owner s manual for oil recommendations ENGINE OIL Most generators are with a low oil shutdown If the is low or if the Generator is not level the engine will not start Make wattage calculations before use Refer to general operator s manual for further instructions Contact an electrician for any wiring instructions If wiring into a house a double throw transfer switch and a heavy duty cord set must be used Use a standard BCI group 5IR or similar 12V battery with 45 A H or 210 CCA The voltage and frequency are regulated by the rpm s of the engine Do not adjust the throttle or governor to achieve higher performance This will only alter the factory Pre set settings and damage anything connected to the generator BATTERY VOLT REG Be sure a volt amp surge protector is
26. r nace water heater clothes dryer or other gas appli ances Engine Preparation 1 7 Add fuel stabilizer to fuel tank to minimize the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage Run engine at least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow it to enter the fuel system Next shut off engine Disconnect the spark plug wires and remove the spark plugs Add one teaspoon of oil through the spark plug hole Place rag over spark plug hole and pull the recoil a few times to lubricate the combustion chamber Replace the spark plugs and reconnect spark plug wires 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 1 Clean the generator as outlined in the Maintenance Section on this manual Check that cooling air slots and openings on generator are open and unobstructed 16 ENG Battery PN To prevent sparks AWARNING disconnect the black battery cable from the negative terminal before disconnecting the red positive cable Remove black negative battery cable from the battery Remove red positive battery cable from the battery Clean the battery posts The battery should be fully charged before storing the generator Use a portable 12 volt battery charger if needed to bring battery to full charge 12 6 at 70 F Refer to the battery charg
27. ranty can result O lt gt 0 1 Figure 5 6 Attach the other end of the positive red battery cable to the positive terminal on the battery 7 Attach one end of the negative black 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 See Figure 6 IMPORTANT See Figure 5 caution before connecting cable to battery Negative Battery Cable Connection Figure 6 OBTAINING ELECTRICITY FROM THE GENERATOR There are basically 2 ways to obtain electricity from a generator 1 Use of extension cords directly from the generator to the appliance lights tools etc 2 Use of a double throw transfer switch installed directly to the main electrical supply outside of house Extension Cords 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 recepta cle that accepts the tool s plug MUST be used in order to reduce the risk of electrical shock A cord of ade quate size must be used Using the following chart to determine the minimum wire size required Extension Cord Wire Gauge Chart Cord Wire Gauge Length Size Amperage 0 to 100 ft Up to 20 amp draw 0 to 100 ft Up to 30 amp draw NOTE When amperage exceeds 20 amps a 12 gauge extension cord should not be used for
28. se the correct application 1 For normal application such as power tools small electric 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 B 2 Idling down IS NOT recommend on large motors refrigerators freezers etc or voltage sensitive electronic equipment computers televisions etc For these applications Place the idle control switch in the OFF position _ 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 the unit is running the battery will charge DO NOT connect the 12V DC cables to the generator s battery To charge battery 1 Using the 12V DC cables supplied connect the red positive 12V DC cable to the battery s positive terminal O 121 DC 2 Attach the other end of the red positive 12V DC cable to the generators positive 12V DC outlet 3 Connect the black negative 12V DC cable to the battery s negative terminal 4 Attach the other end of the black negative 12V DC cable to the generators negative 12V DC outlet 5 Charge the battery according to battery or equipment manufacturer recommendations 12 ENG BEFORE START UP TO START THE ENGINE This generator has been Never run e
29. to prevent injury Su 2 RISK FROM LIFTING HAZARD WHAT COULD HAPPEN Lifting a very heavy object Serious injury can result from attempt ing to lift too heavy an object ADANGER HAZARD WHAT COULD HAPPEN Sulfuric acid is a flammable and Explosive chemicals can cause explosive chemical that is harmful to blindness serious injury or death the skin eyes and clothing Chemicals come in contact with eyes or skin Chemicals can cause blindness serious injury or death Chemicals are ingested Ingested chemicals can cause serious injury or death 9 ENG WHAT COULD HAPPEN The generator contains parts which rotate at high speed during operation These HOW TO PREVENT IT Never operate generator with guard ing or cover plates removed Avoid wearing loose fitting clothing or jewel ry which could be caught by moving parts HOW TO PREVENT IT The generator is too heavy to be lifted by one person Obtain assis tance from others before you try to move it RISK OF BURN EXPLOSION HAZARD HOW TO PREVENT IT Keep sparks flame cigarettes or anything flammable away from battery Wear NIOSH approved goggles and protective gloves when handling battery EXTERNAL Flush with water EYES Flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention INTERNAL Drink large quantities of water or milk Follow with Milk of Magnesia beaten eggs or vegetable oil Call physician
30. tor on a protective mat when transporting to protect against damage to vehicle from leaks Remove generator from vehicle immediately upon arrival at your destination ADANGER RISK OF BREATHING INHALATION HAZARD HAZARD WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Gasoline engines produce toxic car Breathing exhaust fumes will cause Operate generator in clean dry bon monoxide exhaust fumes serious injury or death 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 chil dren pets and others away from area of operating unit 7 ENG READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR AWARNING RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION HAZARD WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Operation of generator in careless All sources of energy include the potential e Review and understand all of the manner for injury Unsafe operation or mainte operating instructions a nance of your generator could lead to warnings in this manual serious injury or death to you or others r Become familiar with the opera tion and controls of the generator Know how to shut it off quickly e Equip area of operation with a fire extinguisher certified to handle gasoline or fuel fires e children or others away from the generator at all times Operation of voltage sensitive appli Any gasoline operated
31. used when sensitive electronic equipment is used such as televisions computers stereos and etc The damage of such equipment without the use of a protector WILL NOT be covered under warranty Do not adjust or attempt maintenance without consulting engine manual or an authorized engine service center Add stabilizer to fuel tank and run engine for 5 minutes before storage When in long term storage operate the generator every 60 days for at least 10 minutes with a load on it This will prevent the loss of residual magnetism that produces the electricity Allow the generator to run 5 minutes at no load for the engine and the genhead to stabilize Make sure the adequate size of extension cord is used Refer to the OPERATION 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 STORAGE ALWAYS REFER TO THE MANUALS SUPPLIED WITH THIS UNIT Porter Cable Corporation 4825 Highway 45 North PORTER CABLE Po Bor 28 Jackson TN 38302 2468 1 888 559 8550 22 ENG
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