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Chicago Electric 92455 Operating Instructions Manual

Generator set 5.5 hp - recoil start - 2200w/2400w rated
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GENERATOR SET
5.5 HP - RECOIL START - 2200W/2400W RATED
Model 92455

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

®
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
Visit our Web site at http://www.harborfreight.com
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INjURy OR DEATH,
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS
AND INSTRUCTIONS bEFORE USE.
Copyright
2004 by Harbor Freight Tools
. All rights reserved. No portion
©
®
of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any
shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
For technical questions and replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353
REV 03/06

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    GENERATOR SET 5.5 HP - RECOIL START - 2200W/2400W RATED Model 92455 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ® 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011 Visit our Web site at http://www.harborfreight.com TO PREVENT SERIOUS INjURy OR DEATH, READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS bEFORE USE.

  • Page 2: Product Specifications

    Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover. Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference. REV 11/06 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 92455 Page 2...

  • Page 3: General Safety Rules

    Do not change the plug in any way. Double insulation eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system. For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 92455 Page 3...

  • Page 4: Personal Safety

    Do not force the generator. Use the correct generator for your application. The correct generator will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed. For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 92455 Page 4...
  • Page 5 “Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning” section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury. For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 92455 Page 5...

  • Page 6: Specific Product Warnings And Precautions

    Generator. If the floor/ground surface is not level, strong cross members should be placed under the full length of the Generator Frame at its low side. For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 92455 Page 6...
  • Page 7 If this occurs, open exhaust sys- tem drain plugs, if equipped, and allow the gases to dissipate before attempting to restart the Generator. Use only engine manufacturer recommended fuel and oil. For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 92455 Page 7...

  • Page 8: Mechanical Precautions

    Do not induce vomiting if fuel is swallowed. For skin contact, immediately wash with soap and water. For eye contact, immediately flush eyes with clean water. For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 92455 Page 8...

  • Page 9: Noise Precautions

    Connect the generator only to a load or electrical system (115 volt) that is com- patible with the electrical characteristics and rated capacities of the Generator. Before servicing equipment powered by the Generator, disconnect the equipment from its power input. For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 92455 Page 9...

  • Page 10: Installation

    Install the Generator on a concrete slab or other area where rain drainage or flood waters can not reach it. Generator placement should allow four feet of access to all sides for mainte- nance. For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 92455 Page 10...

  • Page 11: Grounding The Generator

    Engine Crankcase. Fill the Engine’s Crankcase until the oil level is level with the upper marked line on the Dipstick. Then, screw the Dip- stick back into the Oil Fill Hole. (See Figure C, next page.) For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 92455 Page 11...
  • Page 12 SWITCH GROUND CONNECTOR #6 AWG GROUNDING WIRE (NOT INCLUDED) GROUNDING ROD (NOT INCLUDED) FIGURE b FUEL GAUGE (34) FUEL TANK CAP (33) FUEL TANK (30b) OIL DIPSTICK (65A) FIGURE C For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 92455 Page 12...
  • Page 13 Turn on the Fuel Valve (40B). (See Figure E.) Close the Choke Lever (21A) to about 1/8” clearance. (See Figure E.) CIRCUIT bREAKER FIGURE D CLOSED OPEN CHOKE LEVER (21A) FUEL VALVE FIGURE E REV 03/06 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 92455 Page 13...
  • Page 14 (See Figure G.) Allow the Engine to run for several seconds. Then, open the Choke Lever (21A) all the way. (See Figure E.) 120 VOLT Dual OUTLETS START HANDLE (41A) FIGURE G For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 92455 Page 14...
  • Page 15 (See Figure H, next page.) If using only a 12 volt DC tool or equipment, turn the 120 volt AC Circuit Breaker (5) to its “OFF” position. (See Figure D.) For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 92455 Page 15...

  • Page 16: Inspection, Cleaning, And Maintenance

    Generator. Check for loose screws, misalignment or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken parts, dam- aged electrical wiring, and any other condition that may affect its safe operation. If For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 92455 Page 16...

  • Page 17: Engine Maintenance Schedule

    Storage: Before storing, drain all fuel out of the generator’s gas tank. If this is not followed, old fuel in the generator’s fuel tank may clog the generator and prevent it from starting until cleaned out. REV 10/06 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 92455 Page 17...

  • Page 18: Parts List

    BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO. REV 06/06 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 92455 Page 18...

  • Page 19: Assembly Diagram

    ASSEMbLy DIAGRAM REV 06/06 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 92455 Page 19...
  • Page 20 Start Rope Piston Pin Start Handle Piston Pin C-clip NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not avail- able individually as replacement parts. REV 06/06 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 92455 Page 20...
  • Page 21 78A 79A 80A 23A 24A 12A 13A 15A 16A 17A NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not avail- able individually as replacement parts. REV 06/06 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 92455 Page 21...

  • Page 22: Wiring Diagram

    WIRING DIAGRAM For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 92455 Page 22...

  • Page 23: Emission Control System Warranty

    If any emission-related part on your engine is defective, the and responsibilities, you should contact the Harbor Freight part will be repaired or replaced by HFT. Tools Customer Service Department at 1-800-444-3353. For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 92455 Page 23...

  • Page 24: Service And Maintenance

    (c) failure to follow recommendations on fuel use contained in the Owner’s Manual (d) improper or inadequate maintenance of any war- ranted parts (e) repairs performed outside of the authorized war- ranty service dealers For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 92455 Page 24...

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