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OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL MODEL GA-6HE/GA-6HEA Portable Generators (HONDA GASOLINE ENGINE) Revision #1 (09/30/05) THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
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MQ GA-6HE/GA-6HEA Portable Generators. Illustrations, descriptions, references and technical data contained in this manual are for guidance only and may not be considered as binding. Multiquip Inc. reserves the right to discontinue or change specifications, design or the information published in this publication at any time without notice and without incurring any obligations.
You CAN be INJURED if you DO NOT follow WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING Respiratory Hazards these directions. ALWAYS wear approved respiratory protection when required. PAGE 6 — GA-6HE/GA-6HEA A.C. GENERATORS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/30/05)
■ NEVER use accessories or attachments, which are not warranties. recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage to the equipment and/or injury to user may result. PAGE 8 — GA-6HE/GA-6HEA A.C. GENERATORS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/30/05)
■ ALWAYS make sure generators are properly grounded to a suitable earth ground (GROUND ROD). See installation in this manual. ■ NEVER use gas piping as an electrical ground. GA-6HE/GA-6HEA A.C. GENERATORS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/30/05) — PAGE 9...
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Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or burn causing serious injury or even death! PAGE 10 — GA-6HE/GA-6HEA A.C. GENERATORS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/30/05)
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Machine Safety Decals The GA-6HE/GA-6HEA portable generators are equipped with a number of safety decals (Figure 1). These decals are provided for operator safety and maintenance information. The illustration below shows these decals as they appear on the machine. Should any of these decals become unreadable, replacements can be obtained from your dealer.
Generally, the engine's output power will decrease 3-1/2% for each 1000 feet of altitude above sea level, and 1% for each 10 ° ° ° ° ° Fahrenheit above the standard temperature of 60 PAGE 12 — GA-6HE/GA-6HEA A.C. GENERATORS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/30/05)
) . g In keeping with Multiquip's policy of constantly improving its products, the NOTE specifications quoted herein are subject to change without prior notice. GA-6HE/GA-6HEA A.C. GENERATORS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/30/05) — PAGE 13...
100W. If the NOTE generator. load capacity is less than 100W, place the idle control switch in the OFF position. PAGE 16 — GA-6HE/GA-6HEA A.C. GENERATORS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/30/05)
Operation Switch – Place this toggle switch in the "ON" Replace with only recommended type battery. position (up) for normal operation. To turn-off the generator, place the operation switch in the "OFF" position (down). GA-6HE/GA-6HEA A.C. GENERATORS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/30/05) — PAGE 17...
Simplified Diagram (Down Position) Simplified Diagram (Up Position) When the full power switch is in the 120V position, the 240V twist-lock NOTE receptacle cannot be used . PAGE 18 — GA-6HE/GA-6HEA A.C. GENERATORS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/30/05)
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Make sure the generators is placed on level ground. Placing the generators on level ground will ensure that the low oil sensor will function properly. GA-6HE/GA-6HEA A.C. GENERATORS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/30/05) — PAGE 19...
REMOVE generators from truck bed and place on ground (Figure 4) to refuel. This possibility exist of fire or explosion due to static electricity. Figure 4. Generator Refueling PAGE 20 — GA-6HE/GA-6HEA A.C. GENERATORS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/30/05)
3. NEC article 250-52(c) specifies that the earth ground boots and gloves to insulate the rod should be buried a minimum of 8 ft. into the ground. body from a short circuit. GA-6HE/GA-6HEA A.C. GENERATORS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/30/05) — PAGE 21...
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At the generator, connect the terminal of the ground cable between the lock washer and the nut (Figure 5) and tighten the nut fully. Connect the other end of the ground cable to a suitable earth ground (ground rod). Figure 5. Generator Grounding PAGE 22 — GA-6HE/GA-6HEA A.C. GENERATORS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/30/05)
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4. If the oil level is low (Figure 8), fill to the edge of the oil filler hole with the recommended oil type (Table 5). Maximum oil capacity is 1.16 quarts (1.1 liters) PAGE 24 — GA-6HE/GA-6HEA A.C. GENERATORS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/30/05)
DO NOT pull the starter rope all the way to the end. DO NOT release the starter rope after pulling. Allow it to rewind as soon as possible. GA-6HE/GA-6HEA A.C. GENERATORS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/30/05) — PAGE 25...
1. Place main circuit breaker (Figure 18) in the ON position. position (down). Figure 18. Main Circuit Breaker (ON) Figure 21. Full Power Switch 240/120 V Position (Down) PAGE 26 — GA-6HE/GA-6HEA A.C. GENERATORS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/30/05)
1. If small wattage power tools are required, connect them 6. Remove all loads from the generator. to the 60 Hz output receptacles at this time. GA-6HE/GA-6HEA A.C. GENERATORS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/30/05) — PAGE 27...
■ Clean all external parts of the generating set with a cloth. ■ Cover the generating set and store in a clean, dry place. PAGE 28 — GA-6HE/GA-6HEA A.C. GENERATORS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/30/05)
Tighten all hose clamps and check hoses for leaks. If any hose ( fuel or oil ) lines are defective replace them immediately. Figure 30. Battery Connections GA-6HE/GA-6HEA A.C. GENERATORS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/30/05) — PAGE 31...
, belong to the same assembly or kit. If more than one of the same reference number is listed, the NOTE last one listed indicates newest (or latest) part available. PAGE 38 — GA-6HE/GA-6HEA A.C. GENERATORS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/30/05)
Multiquip’s designated receiving point. at the time of any price change. PAGE 84 — GA-6HE/GA-6HEA A.C. GENERATORS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/30/05)
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