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PORTABLE GASOLINE
GENERATORS
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
Generator Models: RGH3000, RGH3000PR, RGH5500, RGH5500IE,
RGH7500IE, and RGH11000IE
IMPORTANT: Read and understand this manual before operating or servicing
generator. Improper use of generator can cause serious injury. Keep this
manual for future reference.
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- Page 1 ® PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Generator Models: RGH3000, RGH3000PR, RGH5500, RGH5500IE, RGH7500IE, and RGH11000IE IMPORTANT: Read and understand this manual before operating or servicing generator. Improper use of generator can cause serious injury. Keep this manual for future reference.
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Page 2: Safety Information
PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS SAFETY INFORMATION WARNINGS IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual and the engine owner’s manual carefully. Become famil- iar with this generator before try- ing to operate or service it. Know its uses, limitations, and any haz- ards involved. Improper use of generator can cause severe in- jury or death from explosion, fire, burns, electrical shock, or car-... -
Page 3: Product Identification
Run Lamp Hour Meter 120/240 Volt Receptacle Circuit Breaker Choke Lever Fuel Valve Lever Starter Grip Engine Engine ON/ OFF Switch Figure 1 - Portable Generator (Model RGH5500 Shown) Provision for Auto-Idle Switch Roll Cage Gas Tank Ground Alternator Oil Dipstick... -
Page 4: General Information
PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS GENERAL INFORMATION Reddy portable generators are rugged and compact. These models provide dependable, trouble-free service. The alternators are brushless with revolving fields. Honda gaso- line engines provide long life under heavy use. Honda engines have overhead valves (OHV). -
Page 5: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS RGH3000 RGH3000PR MODEL Electrical Rated Wattage 2500 Rated Amperage 120 V 20.8 240 V –– Receptacle 120-V Duplex –– 120-V, 20-A Duplex –– 120-V, 15-A GFCI 120-V Twist-Lock 120/240-V Twist-Lock 120-V Full-Power Switch No 120/240-V, 50-A General Honda Engine H.P. -
Page 6: Generator Features
All models have a 120-volt ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) receptacle. The GFCI receptacle is on the control panel or top cover of alternator (models RGH3000 and RGH3000PR only). The GFCI protects you against hazardous electrical shock caused when your body becomes a path through which electricity travels to reach ground. -
Page 7: Receptacle Circuit Breaker
GENERATOR FEATURES Continued ENGINE CIRCUIT BREAKER (Models RGH5500IE, RGH7500IE, and RGH11000IE) This circuit breaker, or fuse, protects the battery charging circuit. A short circuit will trip the circuit breaker. The circuit breaker will also trip if you install battery wrong. Push circuit breaker button to reset. - Page 8 PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS BATTERY (Models RGH5500IE, RGH7500IE, and RGH11000IE) WARNING: Battery gives off explosive gases. Keep sparks, flames, and cigarettes away. Do not remove or install battery cables when engine is cranking or running. Only service or use battery in a well-vented area. WARNING: Battery contains sulfuric acid.
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Page 9: Generator Grounding
BATTERY Continued Battery Battery Mounting Hook Bracket Bolt Figure 11 - Battery Hold-Down System (Model RGH11000IE Shown) TO ENGINE BLOCK TO STARTER SOLENOID Figure 12 - Connecting Positive and Negative Cables to Battery (Model RGH7500IE Shown) STARTER SOLENOID ENGINE BLOCK Figure 13 - Connecting Positive and Negative Cables to Battery (Model RGH11000IE Shown) -
Page 10: Standby Installation To Home Or Building
PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS STANDBY INSTALLATION TO HOME OR BUILDING WARNING: Have standby in- stallation performed by a skilled, licensed electrician. Do not let anyone else wire into a utility circuit. Personal injury, equip- ment damage, or damage to home could occur. IMPORTANT: This generator will not power your entire home. -
Page 11: Operation
Use only grounded ex- tension cords. Power only grounded or double-insulated items. Do not overload receptacles. All generators (except models RGH3000 and RGH3000PR) have the fol- lowing receptacles (see Figure 15): • 120V, 15-amp GFCI duplex receptacle • 120V, 30-amp twist-lock receptacle •... - Page 12 PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS OPERATION Continued PRESTART Operate generator on a firm, dry, and clean surface. The surface must be level. Protect generator from heavy dust, sand, dirt, rain, or snow. Do not locate generator near stand- ing water and snow. Make sure area is well- vented.
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Page 13: High Altitude Operation
3. Turn engine switch to the OFF posi- tion (see Figure 22). 4. Turn fuel valve lever off. Do this by moving valve lever fully to the left (see Figure 23). Models RGH3000, and RGH5500 HONDA START ENGINE SW CIRCUIT... -
Page 14: Maintenance And Repairs
PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS WARNING: Only a qualified electrical service person should service and repair the alternator on this generator. Use only fac- tory approved replacement parts. CAUTION: The engine speed is preset. The throttle is locked in preset position. -
Page 15: Electrical Component Specifications
Rotor Stator White Auxiliary Phase Brown Main Windings Black Yellow Green Figure 24 - Wiring Diagram, Models RGH3000 and RGH3000PR Figure 25 - Wiring Diagram, Models RGH5500, and RGH5500IE 104960 Resistance in Ohms Stator Rotor Rotor Auxiliary Primary Secondary ∆... - Page 16 PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS WIRING DIAGRAMS Continued Capacitor White Figure 26 - Wiring Diagram, Model RGH7500IE Auto-Idle Control Board Circuit Breaker White White Auto-Idle Solenoid Yellow Yellow Capacitor Figure 27 - Wiring Diagram, Model RGH11000IE ® Green/Yellow 120/240V 30A Receptacle White Circuit Duplex Breaker...
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Page 17: Technical Service
TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about in- stallation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, contact DESA International’s Techni- cal Service Department at 1-800-323-5190. SERVICING THE ENGINE Honda parts and services should be handled by your nearest authorized engine service firm. -
Page 18: Illustrated Parts List
PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST FOR MODELS RGH3000 AND RGH3000PR ALTERNATOR ASSEMBLY This list contains replaceable parts used in your generator. When ordering parts, fol- low the instructions listed under Replace- ment Parts on page 17 of this manual. - Page 19 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST FOR MODELS RGH5500, RGH5500IE, AND RGH7500IE ALTERNATOR ASSEMBLY This list contains replaceable parts used in your generator. When ordering parts, fol- low the instructions listed under Replace- ment Parts on page 17 of this manual. PART NUMBER FOR MODEL RGH5500 RGH5500IE 099723-02...
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Page 20: Alternator Assembly
PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST FOR MODEL RGH11000IE ALTERNATOR ASSEMBLY This list contains replaceable parts used in your generator. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 17 of this manual. † * Part not available by itself. Must purchase Alternator Assembly. ®... - Page 21 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST FOR MODELS RGH3000 AND RGH3000PR ROLL CAGE This list contains replaceable parts used in your generator. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 17 of this manual. 104960 PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 105155-01...
- Page 22 PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST FOR MODELS RGH5500, RGH5500IE, AND RGH7500IE FUEL TANK AND ROLL CAGE ® 104960...
- Page 23 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST FOR MODELS RGH5500, RGH5500IE, AND RGH7500IE FUEL TANK AND ROLL CAGE This list contains replaceable parts used in your generator. When ordering parts, fol- low the instructions listed under Replace- ment Parts on page 17 of this manual. 104960 OWNER’S MANUAL PART...
- Page 24 PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST FOR MODEL RGH11000IE FUEL TANK AND ROLL CAGE ® 11 24 104960...
- Page 25 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST FOR MODEL RGH11000IE FUEL TANK AND ROLL CAGE This list contains replaceable parts used in your generator. When ordering parts, fol- low the instructions listed under Replace- ment Parts on page 17 of this manual. 104960 OWNER’S MANUAL DESCRIPTION Gas Cap/Fuel Gage Gas Tank (with 90°...
- Page 26 PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST FOR MODELS RGH5500, RGH5500IE, AND RGH7500IE CONTROL PANEL This list contains replaceable parts used in your generator. When ordering parts, fol- low the instructions listed under Replace- ment Parts on page 17 of this manual. PART NUMBER FOR MODEL RGH5500 RGH5500IE...
- Page 27 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST FOR MODEL RGH11000IE CONTROL PANEL † ∆ ∆ ∆ † Includes reference numbers 1 through 16 ∆ Not shown 104960 DESCRIPTION Control Panel 20 Amp Circuit Breaker 120V, 30A Twist-Lock Receptacle #8-18 x 1/2" Sems Screw U-Nut 120V, 15A Duplex (GFCI) Receptacle 125/250V, 50A Receptacle 45 Amp Circuit Breaker...
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Page 28: Warranty Information
DESA International’s liability is hereby limited to the purchase price of the product and DESA International shall not be liable for any other damages whatsoever including indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.