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Protection Agency) and CARB (California Air Resources Board) emission regulations in the U.S.A. Notice : To the engines/generators exported to and used in the countries other than the U.S.A., warranty service shall be performed by the distributor in each country in accordance with the standard SUBARU engine/generator warranty policy as applicable.
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FOREWORD Thank you for choosing a SUBARU GENERATOR. This manual covers operation and maintenance of the SUBARU GENERATORS. All information in this publication is based on the latest production information available at the time of printing. Keep this owner’s manual at hand, so you can refer to it when needed.
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(Effective with engines purchased from SUBARU Industrial Power Products, Lake Zurich, IL, after April 1, 2008) Robin America, Inc. doing business as SUBARU Industrial Power Products, a division of Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd. (herein “SIP”), warrants that each new engine sold by it will be free, under normal use and service, from defects in material and workmanship for a period listed below from the date of sale to the original retail purchaser.
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(Effective with generators purchased from SUBARU Industrial Power Products, Inc., Lake Zurich, IL, after April 1, 2008) Robin America, Inc. doing business as SUBARU Industrial Power Products, a division of Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd. (herein “SIP”), warrants that each new generator sold by it will be free, under normal use and service, from defects in material and workmanship for a period listed below from the date of sale to the original retail purchaser.
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WORLD WIDE SUPPORT SUBARU Engines are supported through a network of dozens of wholesale distributors and thousands of service dealers worldwide. Please use the following contacts to fi nd support nearest you. Global Distributor Locator: www.subaru-robin.jp/index_e.html North America: SUBARU Industrial Power Products, Inc.
• The generator is designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions. • Do not operate the generator before you have read and understood the instructions. Failure to do so could result in death, personal injury or equipment damage. SGX3500-7500 OM ce_GU7719.indd 1 2014/08/23 11:11:04...
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WARNING If wet, wipe and dry it well before starting, Do not pour water directly over the generator, nor wash it with water. SGX3500-7500 OM ce_GU7719.indd 2 2014/08/23 11:11:04...
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Alejarse del motor si es en utiliza el motor. n’est pas utilisé. marche. marcha. For use in the United States or Canada, please affix the label suited to the region from among the enclosed warning labels. SGX3500-7500 OM ce_GU7719.indd 3 2014/08/23 11:11:04...
Specifi cations are subject to change without notice. y t i n i l o l l SGX3500 - 3 gal (11.3 L), SGX5000/SGX7500 - 6 gal (22.7 L) ** Include wheel kit and extended handles SGX3500-7500 OM ce_GU7719.indd 4 2014/08/25 11:12:34...
Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this product. Any such alteration or modifi cation is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury. SGX3500-7500 OM ce_GU7719.indd 6 2014/08/23 11:11:05...
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fl fl • d i l l l a . t l • Repeat for the other handle. SGX3500-7500 OM ce_GU7719.indd 7 2014/08/23 11:11:05...
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Do not attempt to lift the unit by the handle assembly. If it is necessary to lift the generator, always grasp by the frame. Use proper lifting means to avoid back injury. RELEASING THE HANDLES Remove the handle lock pins and lower the handles to the down position. SGX3500-7500 OM ce_GU7719.indd 8 2014/08/23 11:11:05...
(oil fi ller cap) when checking oil level. • f i l (See “How-To” Maintenance) Oil capacity *Upper level) Oz. (L) SGX3500 ......20 oz. (0.6 L) SGX5000 ......33 oz. (1.0 L) SGX7500 ......40 oz. (1.2 L) Oil Gauge (Oil Filler Cap) Upper Level Lower Level Always check engine oil level before every start.
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Fuel Capacity US Gal.(L) SGX3500 ......2.91 gal. (11.0 L) SGX5000/7500 ....5.94 gal. (22.5 L) NOTE: SUBARU recommends the use of Sta-Bil fuel stabilizer at every fi ll up to keep fuel fresh. Available at most retailers of outdoor power equipment. WARNING fl...
GROUNDING THE GENERATOR • to the grounding spike driven into the earth or to the conductor which has been already grounded to the earth. Grounding spike • Refer to local municipalities for proper codes. SGX3500-7500 OM ce_GU7719.indd 12 2014/08/23 11:11:06...
A. Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position. Recoil starter model Electric starter model B. Turn the circuit breaker to the “OFF” position NOTE: This type of circuit breaker cannot make “OFF” by manual operation. SGX3500-7500 OM ce_GU7719.indd 13 2014/08/23 11:11:07...
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Oil sensor and then shut off. • l i o the engine. l l fi • l i o 10, “Check Oil Level” section. • “ , Fuel” section. • l i o SGX3500-7500 OM ce_GU7719.indd 14 2014/08/23 11:11:07...
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120V receptacle when a ground fault occurs in the generator or the appliance. Please note that other receptacles are not protected by GFCI. E. Turn the circuit breaker to the “ON” position. F. Turn on the switch of the appliance. SGX3500-7500 OM ce_GU7719.indd 15 2014/08/23 11:11:07...
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*This NEMA L5-30R receptacle requires a custom cordset – parts can purchased at any local home center or hardware store. Or a pre-made cordset is available from SUBARU that converts this receptacle to work with ordinary 120V plugs. ** This NEMA L14-30R receptacle requires a custom cordset – parts can purchased at any local home center or hardware store.
C. [Recoil Starter model] Turn the engine switch to the “OFF” position. [Electric Start model] Turn the key switch to the “OFF” position “ ” E t i s CLOSE CLOSE OPEN SGX3500-7500 OM ce_GU7719.indd 17 2014/08/23 11:11:07...
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Electrical appliances and tools normally come with a label indicating voltage, cycles / Hz, amperage (amps) and electrical power needed to run the appliance or tool. Check with your nearest SUBARU Industrial Power Products dealer or service center with questions regarding power surge of certain appliances or power tools.
Please have an authorized SUBARU Industrial Power Products dealer restore high altitude modifi ed engines to the original factory specifi cation before operating below 5000 feet. The chart below lists both the standard jet and high altitude jet sizes and SUBARU part numbers...
Do not pour down into sewage drains, onto garden soil or into open streams. Your local zoning or environmental regulations will give you more detailed instructions on proper disposal. *Note 2: As to the procedures for these items, please refer to the SERVICE MANUAL or consult your nearest service dealer. SGX3500-7500 OM ce_GU7719.indd 20 2014/08/23 11:11:08...
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Always keep the element clean. A. Urethane Foam Element Type (SGX3500 / SGX5000) (a) Remove the bolt of air cleaner cover. Remove the air cleaner cover and cleaner element.
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When doing so, confi rm that the brush is in the proper position relative to the slip ring. Bracket cover 2 Secure the bracket cover by tightening it with the two fl ange bolts. Flange bolts SGX3500-7500 OM ce_GU7719.indd 22 2014/08/23 11:11:09...
• Check for loose bolts and screws, tighten them if necessary. • • l i t , t l t i s • Store generator in a well ventilated, low humidity area. Drain screw SGX3500-7500 OM ce_GU7719.indd 23 2014/08/23 11:11:09...
When generator’s engine fails to start after several attempts, or if no electricity is available at the output socket, check the following chart. If your generator still fails to start or generate electricity, contact your nearest SUBARU Industrial Power Products dealer or service center for further information or corrective procedures.
WIRING DIAGRAM “THERE IS A PERMANENT CONDUCTOR BETWEEN THE GENERATOR (STATOR WINDING) AND THE FRAME” SGX3500 (60Hz-120/240V) SGX3500-7500 OM ce_GU7719.indd 25 2014/08/23 11:11:09...