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15,000W V-TWIN GASOLINE GENERATOR
WITh ELECTRIC START
Read this manual. Do not attempt to operate this generator until you have read and understood the safety,
operation, and maintenance instructions
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MODEL: KCG-15000GE
COPYRIGHT © 2017 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED BY KING CANADA TOOLS INC.
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- Page 1 WITh ELECTRIC START Read this manual. Do not attempt to operate this generator until you have read and understood the safety, operation, and maintenance instructions INSTRUCTION MANUAL MODEL: KCG-15000GE COPYRIGHT © 2017 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED BY KING CANADA TOOLS INC.
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Page 2: Warranty And Service Information
Please keep your dated proof of purchase for warranty and servicing purposes. PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LISTS Refer to the Parts section of the King Canada web site for the most updated parts diagram and parts list. LIMITED TOOL WARRANTY KING CANADA makes every effort to ensure that this product meets high quality and durability standards. -
Page 3: Safety Precautions
BASIC & SPECIFIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BE CAREFUL! DO NOT USE KEEP FLAMMABLE DO NOT USE IN DO NOT CONNECT TO IN YOUR hOUSE WET CONDITIONS hOUSEhOLD CIRCUIT MATERIALS AWAY WhEN REFUELING: STOP ENGINE! NO SMOKING! DO NOT SPILL GASOLINE! BASIC SAFETY INFORMATION touching the engine or muffler while they are still hot. -
Page 4: Specific Safety Precautions
SPECIFIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS OPERATION OF GENERATOR IN RAIN, WET, ICY, OR FLOODED RISK OF BREAThING - INhALATION hAZARD CONDITIONS. Operate generator in clean, dry, well ventilated area. Never operate Water is an excellent conductor of electricity! Water which comes in unit in enclosed areas such as garages, basements, storage, sheds, or contact with electrically charged components can transmit electricity to in any location occupied by humans or animals. - Page 5 17. 12V DC Terminal (positive). Operate 12V DC appliances or tools. 29. Muffler. Muffler gets hot during operation, do not touch muffler. 18. Reset button for 12V DC. Resets the 12V DC output. MODEL KCG-15000GE Peak Wattage (starting) 15,000W Running Wattage...
- Page 6 ASSEMBLY WARNING! To prevent permanent damage to the generator or any appliances, you MUST check oil level, fuel level, air cleaner filter and unplug any load from the generator before starting. ASSEMBLY Remove all the contents from the carton and proceed to the following assembly steps: Installing Wheels To install the wheels to the right end of the frame, first install the wheel shaft (A) Fig.1 into the wheel bracket (B).
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Page 7: Pre-Start Check
PRE-START ChECK PRE-START ChECK WARNING! To prevent permanent damage to generator or any appliances, you MUST check oil level, fuel level, air cleaner filter and unplug any load from the generator before starting. OIL LEVEL WARNING! This generator has been shipped from the factory without oil or very little oil in the crankcase. -
Page 8: Starting Procedures
STARTING & STOPPING PROCEDURES STARTING PROCEDURES GROUNDING WARNING! BEFORE STARTING, YOUR GENERATOR MUST BE GROUNDED! Before operating make sure to ground the generator. A ground terminal (A) Fig.9 identified by the ground symbol can be found on the front control panel of the generator. Attach a metal spike to a wire, attach the wire to the ground terminal as shown and ground the metal spike into the earth. -
Page 9: Electrical Connections
Overloading the generator will cause power fluctuations and can damage equipment and appliances. King Canada will not be responsible for equipment damaged as a result of voltage surges, improper operation or improper installation of the generator. -
Page 10: Control Panel
CONTROL PANEL & WATTAGE CALCULATIONS CONTROL PANEL DIGITAL METER The control panel contains a digital meter (A) Fig.13, this meter has 3 display modes. To toggle through the 3 modes, press the small mode button (B). Mode 1 indicates the the voltage rating in volts. Mode 2 indicates the frequency (Hz) rating of the generator. -
Page 11: Maintaining Your Generator
The maintenance schedule applies to normal operating conditions. If you operate your generator under unusual conditions, such as sustained high load or high temperature operation, or use it in dusty conditions, consult a qualified mechanic or your nearest King Canada service centre for recommendations applicable to your individual needs and use. - Page 12 MAINTENANCE MAINTAINING YOUR GENERATOR Oil Filter Replacement 1) Drain the engine oil, and tighten the drain bolt securely. 2) Remove the oil filter (A) Fig.15, by turning it counterclockwise and drain the oil into a suitable container. Discard the used oil filter. 3) Clean the filter mounting base, and coat the O-ring of the new oil filter with clean engine oil.
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Page 13: Maintenance And Storage
MAINTENANCE & STORAGE MAINTAINING YOUR GENERATOR Inspecting, Replacing or Cleaning Spark Plugs (F7TC or equivalent) The spark plugs should be checked every 100 hours of operation or every 6 months. To replace or clean spark plugs: 1) Dismantle the spark plug cap (A) Fig.19 by pulling it off the spark plug (B). Using the supplied spark plug wrench, undo the spark plug by turning it counterclockwise. - Page 14 MAINTENANCE & STORAGE STORAGE continued... 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. To drain gasoline: 1) Drain the fuel tank and carburetor.
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Page 15: Troubleshooting
TROUBLEShOOTING & hIGh ALTITUDE OPERATION PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will not start 1. Low on fuel or oil. 1. Add fuel or oil. 2. Ignition switch in "Off" position. 2. Turn to "ON" position. 3. Faulty spark plug. 3. Replace spark plug. 4.