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OPERATOR'S MANUAL FOR YOUR PREMIER ‘R’ SERIES GENERATOR BALDOR GENERATORS 3815 Oregon Street, Oshkosh WI 54902 Telephone 236-4200 • Fax 920-236-4219 FORM#: S-PSG-002-69 EFFECTIVE DATE: 10/1/97 SERIES 'R' COVER\MSW'00 REVISION DATE: 03/12/03...
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DO NOT OPERATE THIS GENERATOR SET UNTIL YOU CAREFULLY READ THIS MANUAL AND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN IT. While safety is built into every Baldor Pow'R Gard generator set, careless or improper operation could possibly result in mechanical failure, property damage, severe injury or even death.
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♦ Place protective covers and guards over the rotating parts, if rotating parts such as the drive shaft, pulley, belt, etc. are left exposed, they are potentially hazardous. ♦ When cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make sure all moving parts have stopped. ♦...
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♦ Never permit anyone to operate the generator set without proper instructions. ♦ Never allow children to operate the generator set. ♦ Children and pets must be kept away from the area of operation due to the possibility of burns from hot engine components or injury from any equipment the generator set is powering.
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♦ Always treat the electrical circuits as if they were energized. ♦ Disconnect all leads plugged into the unit Prior to working on it. ♦ Have the electrical circuits serviced only by qualified technicians. ♦ Inspect wiring frequently and replace frayed, broken or poor leads. ♦...
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Operation inside an enclosed compartment or building is a potential fire hazard and should not be done unless approval is obtained from Baldor Generators. Engine/Generator overheating can cause severe damage due to restricted, obstructed or improper air-flow that is necessary for the proper cooling of the unit.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE Basic Location Information……………………………………………………………………………………………….1 Basic Connection Information………………………………………………………………………………………….2 Basic Engine Information…………………………………………………………………………………………………….3 Generator End Maintenance………………………………………………………………………………………………….4 Basic Engine Maintenance…………………………………………………………………………………………………….5 Storage Information………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….6 Electric Motor Loads……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….7 Parts & Service Information…………………………………………………………………………………………….8 Operation…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….9 Simple Troubleshooting………………………………………………………………………………………………………….11 Control Panel for R30…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….14 Control Panel for R45 / R40…………………………………………………………………………………………….15 Control Panel for R60…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….16 Gen End Componentry Diagram…………………………………………………………………………………………….17 Control Box Componentry……………………………………………………………………………………………………….18...
LOCATION For best service from your portable generator set there are several factors which should be taken into consideration when choosing the best location in which to operate MOISTURE: All electrical equipment should be protected from excessive moisture. Failure to do so will result in deterioration of the insulation and may result in short circuits and a possible electrocution hazard.
CONNECTIONS WIRING: Use sufficiently large insulated wire to connect the generator set to the load. The gauge of the wire will depend largely on the distance, the permissible voltage drop, and the size and type of load. If you are not sure of the gauge wire needed for your application, consult a competent electrician.
ENGINE INFORMATION This operator's manual only covers basic day to day engine operating instructions. However, the engine manufacturer's manual is included with your generator set and should be referred to for any additional information you may need. Become familiar with and follow all the engine manufacturer's operation, safety and maintenance guidelines.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SHOULD ONLY BE PERFORMED ON THE GENERATOR SET AFTER THE ENGINE HAS STOPPED AND THE GENERATOR SET HAS COOLED DOWN. THE BATTERY AND SPARK PLUG SHOULD ALSO BE DISCONNECTED PRIOR TO PERFORMING MAINTENANCE. GENERATOR END MAINTENANCE Generator end maintenance consists of cleaning the generator set, inspecting the wiring and fuel system, and making any necessary adjustments.
ADJUSTMENTS: √ The engine should be checked for proper speed setting(s). √ prior to adjusting the engine speed, turn the Auto Idler OFF (If your generator set is equipped with this feature). Adjust the engine speed to 3720 RPM's (62 Hertz) with no load applied to the generator set.
STORAGE If you will not be using the generator set for a significant amount of time (3 months or longer) you should store the generator to prevent any problems that could arise from sitting idle. Please fully read the following guidelines prior to storing the unit. Remove all fuel from the engine's fuel tank.
USE OF ELECTRIC MOTORS Electric motors require much more current (amperes) to start them than to run them. Some motors, particularly split-phase motors are very difficult to start and requires 5 to 7 times as much current to start them as it does to run them. Capacitor Motors are a little easier to start and usually require 2 to 4 times as much current to start them as to run them.
NOTE: Engine parts can usually be obtained from a local representative of your engine manufacturer via the information in the engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual. Baldor Generators can obtain engine parts if necessary. However we do not stock engine parts nor are we a dealer in engine parts.
OPERATION PRIOR TO STARTING THE UNIT: 1. Locate and set up the generator set in an open, dry, well ventilated and reasonably level location. OPERATING THIS UNIT IN AN AREA NOT SUITABLE FOR IT'S PROPER USE MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE UNIT, SEVERE INJURY, OR DEATH. SEE "LOCATION INFORMATION"...
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3. Pull lightly on the recoil grip until you feel significant resistance, then pull sharply. Do not allow the recoil rope to 'snap' back into the recoil housing. Allow the recoil to gently rewind into the recoil housing. See your engine manual for instructions specific to your unit.
More in- depth, detailed troubleshooting information for a person more knowledgeable and experienced in electricity can be obtained by contacting the Technical Service Department at Baldor Generators by calling (920) 236-4200.
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Stop the unit after doing this and replace the end -cover. If you still have no output, look for other reasons or contact the Technical Support Department at Baldor Generators.
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AUTO IDLER SYSTEM NOT WORKING PROPERLY (Applies only to Generator Sets equipped with this feature) For the Auto Idler System to work, the generator set must be producing normal voltage output. If the generator set is not producing any power, the Auto Idler System will not work. 1.
CONTROL PANEL For R30 A = NEMA 515R GFCI DUPLEX. This receptacle is a ground fault circuit interrupter duplex rated at 125 VAC, 20 amps. This receptacle must be tested on a regular basis (monthly). B = STANDARD DUPLEX RECEPTACLE. This is your standard household duplex receptacle, it is rated for 120 VAC, 15 Amps.
CONTROL PANEL For the R45/R40 Units A = THE AUTO IDLER FEATURE ON/OFF SWITCH. The Auto Idler feature allows the engine on the generator set to slow down to a "slow speed position" when there is no load being applied to the unit. When a load is applied to the unit, the Auto Idler Circuitry allows the engine to speed up and operate at the engine preset speed.
CONTROL PANEL For the R60 Generator A = THE AUTO IDLER FEATURE ON/OFF SWITCH. The Auto Idler feature allows the engine on the generator set to slow down to a "slow speed position" when there is no load being applied to the unit. When a load is applied to the unit, the Auto Idler Circuitry allows the engine to speed up and operate at the engine preset speed.
PARTS BREAKDOWN FOR R30, R40, R45, R60, R60E Units: REF LTR OLD PART # NEW PART # DESCRIPTION 46.00025B Consult Factory Stator Assembly for R30 Gen Sets (pre 6/95) 46.10025B 61SA0019A00 Stator Assembly for R30 Gen Sets 46.00045A Consult Factory Stator Assembly for R40/R45 Gens (pre 6/95) 46.10045A 61SA0020A00...
BEST HAVE JOINED FORCES TO BRING YOU THE ENGINE/GENERATOR WARRANTY IN THE INDUSTRY! 3-YEAR WARRANTY BALDOR GENERATORS ROBIN SUBARU ENGINES SEE ATTACHED WARRANTY STATEMENTS FOR DETAILS: BALDOR GENERATORS 3815 OREGON STREET OSHKOSH WI 54902 PHONE: (920) 236-4200 FAX: (920) 236-4219 WWW.BALDOR.COM...
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For Baldor Generators (Effective for original Robin Subaru engines powering Baldor portable generators purchased after August 16, 2000) Robin America, Inc., a division of Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd. (herein "Robin"), 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.
Unless otherwise provided, Baldor generators are warranted against defects in Baldor workmanship and materials for a period of time as set forth in the Warranty Period chart below. If a Baldor product is defective due to Baldor workmanship or materials and the defect occurs during the warranty period, then Baldor will either repair the product or replace it with a new one, whichever Baldor believes to be appropriate under the circumstances.
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5. All parts transportation costs. All warranty claims must be submitted to a Baldor Generator repair facility prior to the expiration of the warranty period. Baldor Generators shall have no responsibility or liability for any defect, latent or otherwise, discovered after the expiration of the warranty period provided herein.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Diesel engine exhaust and some constituents are known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.
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Service is just a phone call away: 800-872-7697 www.baldor.com/products/generators.asp 3815 Oregon Street Oshkosh WI 54902 Phone: (920) 236-4200 Fax: (920) 236-4219...