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OPERATOR’S MANUAL PORTABLE GENERATOR 5,000 WATT HU40500 Series 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETy INSTRUCTIONS Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 10 feet away. DANGER: Wear sturdy and dry shoes or boots. Do not operate while Carbon Monoxide. Using a generator indoors WILL KILL barefoot. YOU IN MINUTES. Do not operate generator when you are tired or under the Generator exhaust contains high levels of carbon mon- influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
IMPORTANT SAFETy INSTRUCTIONS Maintain the unit per maintenance instructions in this Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners, fuel Operator’s Manual. leaks, etc. Replace damaged parts. SPECIFIC SAFETy RULES Do not connect to a building’s electrical system unless a transfer switch has been properly installed by a qualified WARNING: electrician.
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 Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
If you replacement parts. do not understand the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual, do not use this product. Call Husky customer service for assistance. WARNING: Observe all normal safety precautions to avoid electrical shock.
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 an authorized service center for replacement. Exhaust contains poisonous carbon Using a generator indoors WILL You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY...
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...
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. Follow these simple steps. generator and/or electrical devices connected to it.
FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE GENERATOR Engine Type ......4 Stroke, OHC (Chain Drive) Rated Voltage .............10V/40V Rated Amps ............. 41.7A/0.8A Bore x Stroke ..........75 mm x 65 mm Rated Output ............5,000 W Cooling System ...........Forced Air Maximum Output............6,50 W Compression Ratio ............
FEATURES KNOW yOUR GENERATOR FUEL TANK See Figure 2. The fuel tank has a capacity of 6 gallons. The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the FUEL VALVE information on the product and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting.
ASSEMBLy UNPACKING This product requires assembly. Bolt Carefully cut the box down the sides then remove the machine and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. NOTE: This machine is heavy and requires a minimum of washer two people to lift.
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ASSEMBLy INSTALLING THE WHEELS lock wheel See Figure 4. u-Bracket Wheels are provided to assist in moving the generator to the desired location and should be installed on the side opposite the handle. wheel spacer Locate the following items: Bolts (3/8-16 x 4-1/4 in.) 6 Washers (3/8 in.) Bolt...
OPERATION BEFORE OPERATING THE UNIT DANGER: Only use OUTSIDE and far away from windows, doors, Carbon Monoxide. Using a generator indoors WILL KILL and vents. YOU IN MINUTES. NEVER use inside a home or garage, EVEN IF doors and Generator exhaust contains high levels of carbon mon- windows are open.
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OPERATION CHECKING/ADDING FUEL fuel tank fuel cap See Figure 8. Remove the fuel cap. Fill the fuel tank to 1 in. below the top of the fuel neck. Replace and secure the fuel cap. NOTE: Always use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher.
To clean the unit: WARNING: Use a soft bristle brush and/or vacuum cleaner to loosen When servicing, use only identical Husky replacement and remove dirt and debris. parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or Clean air vents with low pressure air that does not exceed cause product damage.
MAINTENANCE Replace the element in the air filter unit. Replace the air filter cover and latch to secure. air filter cover NOTE: Do not run the generator without the air filter. Rapid engine wear will result. CHANGING ENGINE LUBRICANT See Figure 12.
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Inspect the spark arrestor for breaks or holes. Replace Fig. 14 if necessary. To purchase a replacement spark arrestor contact Husky customer service at 1-866-340-391. Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark fuel arrestor screen as needed.
MAINTENANCE STORAGE When preparing the generator for storage, allow the unit to cool completely then follow the guidelines below. STORAGE TIME PRIOR TO STORING Less than months Drain gasoline from tank and dispose of in a suitable container according to state and local ordinances.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Engine will not start. Engine switch is OFF. Turn engine switch to ON. No fuel. Fill fuel tank. Lubricant level is low. Check engine lubrincant level and fill, if necessary. Fuel valve is OFF. Turn fuel valve ON. Spark plug faulty, fouled, or improperly Replace spark plug.
LIMITED WARRANTy WARRANTy COVERAGE Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser that this Husky Product is free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace, at the Company’s sole discretion, any defective Product free of charge within these time periods from the date of purchase: Two years, if the Product is used solely for personal, family, or household use;...
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WARRANTy LIMITED 3 yEAR ENGINE WARRANTy Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty from Subaru Robin (Effective with engines purchased from Robin America, Wood Dale, IL, after April 1, 008) Robin America, Inc., a division of Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd. (herein “Subaru 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.
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL PORTABLE GENERATOR 5,000 WATT HU40500 Series 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 • SERVICE Now that you have purchased your product, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact your nearest Authorized Service Center.
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