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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
PORTABLE GENERATOR
3,500 WATT
HG3550
Your new generator has been engineered and manufactured to a high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and
operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
DANGER:
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you do not follow the instructions in this operator's
manual.
Thank you for your purchase.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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- Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL PORTABLE GENERATOR 3,500 WATT HG3550 Your new generator has been engineered and manufactured to a high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ..................................2 General Safety Rules ..............................3 Specific Safety Rules ..............................4 Symbols ..................................5-7 Electrical ..................................8-9 Features .................................10-11 Assembly ..................................11 Operation ................................12-14 ... -
Page 3: General Safety Rules
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS fuel from escaping around the cap. Tighten the fuel cap securely after refueling. This manual contains important instructions for HG3550 that should be followed during installation and maintenance of Wipe spilled fuel from the unit. -
Page 4: Specific Safety Rules
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Do not operate generator near hazardous material. WARNING: Do not operate generator at a gas or natural gas filling station. When this generator is used to supply a building wiring system: generator must be installed by a qualified electri- ... -
Page 5: Symbols
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION... -
Page 6: Save These Instructions
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result DANGER: in death or serious injury. - Page 7 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SYMBOLS SAFETY LABELS The information below can be found on the generator. For your safety, please study and understand all of the labels before starting the generator. If any of the labels come off the unit or become hard to read, contact a Baja authorized service center for replacement.
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Page 8: Electrical
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 ELECTRICAL EXTENSION CORD CABLE SIZE Refer to the table below to ensure the cable size of the extension cords you use are capable of carrying the required load. Inadequate size cables can cause a voltage drop, which can burn out the appliance and overheat the cord. Load in Watts Maximum Allowable Cord Length Current in... -
Page 9: Generator Capacity
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 ELECTRICAL GENERATOR CAPACITY CAUTION: Make sure the generator can supply enough continuous (run- Do not overload the generator’s capacity. Exceeding the ning) and surge (starting) watts for the items you will power generator’s wattage/amperage capacity can damage the at the same time. -
Page 10: Features
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GENERATOR ENGINE Rated Voltage ............ 120V/240V Engine Type ........ 4 Stroke, Overhead Valve Rated Amps ............25A/12.5A Bore x Stroke ..........68 mm x 54 mm Rated Output ............3,000 W Cooling System ..........Forced Air Maximum Output ...........3,500 W Compression Ratio ............ -
Page 11: Assembly
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 FEATURES KNOW YOUR GENERATOR FUEL VALVE See Figure 2. The flow of fuel through the generator is controlled by the The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the position of the fuel valve. information on the product and in this operator’s manual as GROUND TERMINAL well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. -
Page 12: Operation
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 OPERATION BEFORE OPERATING THE UNIT DANGER: Position the generator on a flat surface before checking fluid levels or adding fluid. Carbon Monoxide. Using a generator indoors WILL KILL YOU IN MINUTES. CAUTION: Generator exhaust contains high levels of carbon mon- oxide (CO), a poisonous gas you cannot see or smell. - Page 13 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 OPERATION CHECKING/ADDING FUEL FUEL LEVEL See Figure 4. GAUGE Check the fuel level gauge. If fuel is needed, continue with the next step. Remove the fuel cap. Fill the fuel tank to 1 in. below the top of the fuel neck. FUEL TANK ...
- Page 14 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 OPERATION CAUTION: On a level surface with the engine off, check the oil level before each use of the generator. STARTING THE ENGINE See Figures 5 - 7. NOTE: If location of generator is not level, the unit may not start or may shut down during operation.
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Page 15: Maintenance
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 MAINTENANCE WARNING: When servicing, use only identical Homelite replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or KNOB cause product damage. Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer. - Page 16 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 MAINTENANCE CLEANING FUEL SEDIMENT CUP See Figure 10. The sediment cup prevents dirt and water that may have gotten into the fuel tank from entering the carburetor. If the engine has not been run for a long time, the sediment cup should be cleaned before use.
- Page 17 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND MUFFLER FUEL LINE Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and amount of oil used, and/or your operating conditions, the exhaust port and muffler may become blocked with carbon deposits. If you notice a power loss with the generator, you may need FUEL to remove these deposits to restore performance.
- Page 18 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 MAINTENANCE STORAGE When preparing the generator for storage, follow the guidelines below. STORAGE TIME PRIOR TO STORING Less than 1 month No special preparation is required. 1 to 2 months Fill with fresh gasoline and add a gasoline stabilizer*. 2 months to 1 year ...
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Page 19: Troubleshooting
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Engine will not start. Engine switch is OFF. Turn engine switch to ON. No fuel. Fill fuel tank. Oil level is low. Check engine oil level and fill, if necessary. -
Page 20: Wiring Diagram
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 WIRING DIAGRAM Page 20 www.mymowerparts.com... -
Page 21: Warranty
Adjustments, Ignition, Filters, Oil Change Baja Motorsports warrants to the original retail purchaser that this HOMELITE brand outdoor product is free from B. Wear items – Recoil Starter Rope, Engine Brushes, defect in material and workmanship and agrees to repair Cotter Pins, Tires or replace, at Baja Motorsports’, discretion, any defective... - Page 22 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 OPERATOR’S MANUAL PORTABLE GENERATOR SET 3,500 WATT HG3550 WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 •...