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3250 WATT
GENERATOR
O WN E R'S M AN U A L
PPG3255
PPG3255EPA

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  • Page 1 3250 WATT GENERATOR O WN E R’S M AN U A L PPG3255 PPG3255EPA...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, AND/ OR VOIDING OF YOUR WARRANTY. PREMIUM WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

  • Page 3: Safety Guidelines

    Owner’s Manual Safety Guidelines - Definitions This manual contains important information that you need to know and understand in order to protect YOUR SAFETY and to PREVENT EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. The following symbols help you recognize this information. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections. Save These Important Safety Instructions! Read and understand all of these safety instructions.

  • Page 4: General Precautions

    3250W Generator General Precautions WARNING! FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH. CAUTION: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN ALSO RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE TOOL AND/OR THE ITEM YOU ARE WORKING DANGER CARBON MONOXIDE Using a generator indoors WILL KILL YOU IN MINUTES.

  • Page 5: Hot Components

    CAUTION: ATTEMPTING TO POWER SENSITIVE ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT WITHOUT THE USE OF AN APPROVED LINE CONDITIONER MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT. PREMIUM IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DIRECT OR INDIRECT DAMAGE CAUSED BY FAILURE TO USE AN APPROVED LINE CONDITIONER.

  • Page 6: Work Area

    3250W Generator General Precautions (cont’d) Work Area • Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents. • Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Generators create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. •...

  • Page 7: Personal Safety

    Owner’s Manual General Precautions (cont’d) Electrical Safety (cont’d) • All connections and conduits from the generator to the load must only be installed by trained and licensed electricians, and in compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal electrical codes and standards, and other regulations where applicable. •...

  • Page 8: Generator Use And Care

    3250W Generator General Precautions (cont’d) Personal Safety (cont’d) • Avoid accidental starting. Make sure the power switch is in its “OFF” position, and disconnect the spark plug wire when not in use. • Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the generator on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the generator may result in personal injury.

  • Page 9: Heart Pacemakers

    Servicing Maintain labels and name plates on the generator and engine. These carry important information. If unreadable or missing, contact Premium immediately for a replacement. Generator service must be performed only qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
  • Page 10 3250W Generator General Precautions (cont’d) Installation (cont’d) • If the generator is installed outdoors, it must be weatherproofed and should be soundproofed. It should not be run outdoors without protection to the generator and wiring conduit. • The generator weighs 100 lbs (approx). Two or more people should assist when moving or lifting this product.
  • Page 11 Owner’s Manual General Precautions (cont’d) Mechanical (cont’d) • Do not operate the generator with safety guards removed. While the generator is running, do not attempt to reach around the safety guard for maintenance or any other reason. • Keep hands, arms, long hair, loose clothing, and jewelry away from moving parts. Be aware that when engine parts are moving fast they cannot be seen clearly.

  • Page 12: Extension Cord

    3250W Generator General Precautions (cont’d) Extension Cord If an extension cord (not included) is used, make sure to use only UL approved cords having the correct gauge and length according to the following table: Nameplate Amps (@ Cord Lengths full load) 0 ft.- 50 ft.

  • Page 13: Battery

    Owner’s Manual Battery This product does not need a battery.

  • Page 14: Assembly

    3250W Generator Assembly No assembly is required.

  • Page 15: Operation

    Owner’s Manual Operation Fuel tank Control Panel Fuel Switch Pull Start NOTE: THE PARTS LISTED ABOVE ARE HELPFUL FOR LOCATING THE CONTROLS MENTIONED BELOW. CAUTION: PRIOR TO FIRST USING THE GENERATOR, THE ENGINE MUST BE FILLED WITH OIL OF A HIGH QUALITY SAE 10W-30 GRADE ENGINE OIL. TO DO SO, UNSCREW AND REMOVE THE ENGINE’S OIL DIPSTICK LOCATED AT THE BOTTOM OF THE ENGINE CRANKCASE.
  • Page 16 3250W Generator Operation (cont’d) Starting 1. Turn the engine switch to the ON position. The engine switch enables and disables the ignition system. OFF: To stop the engine ON: To run the engine 2. The fuel valve is located under the fuel tank . When the valve lever is in the ON position, fuel is allowed to flow from the fuel tank to the carburetor.

  • Page 17: Stopping Engine

    3250W Generator Operation (cont’d) Starting 4. Operate the Recoil Starter: Pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance, then pull briskly. Return the starter grip gently. Pulling the starter grip operates the recoil starter to crank the engine 5. If the choke lever has been moved to the CLOSED position to start the engine, gradually move it to the OPEN position as the engine warms up.

  • Page 18: Powering 120 Volt Ac Tools And Equipment

    CAUTION: ATTEMPTING TO POWER SENSITIVE ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT WITHOUT THE USE OF AN APPROVED LINE CONDITIONER MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT. PREMIUM IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DIRECT OR INDIRECT DAMAGE CAUSED BY FAILURE TO USE AN APPROVED LINE CONDITIONER.
  • Page 19 3250W Generator Operation (cont’d) Powering 12 Volt DC tools and Equipment: 1. Prior to powering tools and equipment, make sure the generator’s rated voltage, and amperage capacity (12VDC) is adequate to supply all electrical loads that the unit will power. If powering exceeds the generator’s capacity, it may be necessary to group one or more of the tools and/or equipment for connection to a separate generator.

  • Page 20: Spark Plug Service

    Owner’s Manual Operation (cont’d) Spark Plug Service In order to service the spark plug, you will need a spark plug wrench (commercially available). Recommended spark plugs: NHSP LD F7TC or NGKBPRGES but we recommend our OEM spark plug. To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits.

  • Page 21: Inspection, Cleaning And Maintenance

    • Before each use, remove all debris with a soft brush, rag, or vacuum. • Lubricate all moving parts using a premium quality, lightweight machine oil.

  • Page 22: Installation

    3250W Generator Installation NOTE: PRIOR TO POWERING TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT MAKE SURE THE GENERATOR’S RATED VOLTAGE, WATTAGE AND AMPERAGE CAPACITY IS ADEQUATE TO SUPPLY ALL ELECTRICAL LOADS THAT THE UNIT WILL POWER. IF POWERING EXCEEDS THE GENERATOR’S CAPACITY, IT MAY BE NECCESSARY TO GROUP ONE OR MORE OF THE TOOLS AND/OR EQUIPMENT FOR CONNECTION TO A SEPERATE GENERATOR.
  • Page 23 Owner’s Manual Installation (cont’d) Supporting and Mounting Mount the generator on a concrete slab capable of supporting the weight of the generator. The slab must extend on all sides beyond the frame by at least one foot. Contact a cement contractor for slab specifications if necessary.

  • Page 24: Compliance

    3250W Generator...

  • Page 25: Specifications

    Owner’s Manual Specifications AC electrical Current Output 120V AC @ 20A 60Hz Continuous/rated Wattage 2,500 Peak Wattage 3,250 Outlet 2 120V AC, 3 spring grounded DC electrical 12V DC Gasoline engine Horsepower Type 4-cycle OHV air-cooled recoil start Displacement 196cc Oil capacity .6 quart (0.56 liter) EPA approved...

  • Page 26: General Parts Listing

    3250W Generator General Parts Listing This list is provided for reference purposes only. All repairs and part replacement should be performed by a qualified technician. Some parts may not be available as single replacements. Part. No APA Part No. Description APG 3012-A-01-DJ DJ168F-15002-A Washer,plain...
  • Page 27 3250W Generator General Parts Listing Part. No APA Part No. Description APG 3012-B-01-DJ DJ168F-11501-A Packing, Oil Filler APG 3012-B-02-DJ DJ168F-11001-B Cover Assembly,Crankcase APG 3012-B-03-DJ GB/T16674-1996 Bolt Flange M8x30 APG 3012-B-04-DJ GB/T276-1994 Bearing,Radial Ball 6205 APG 3012-B-05-DJ DJ168F-11014-A Oil Seal 25x41.25x6 APG 3012-B-06-DJ DJ168F-11002-A Set Pin8x14...
  • Page 28 3250W Generator General Parts Listing Part. No APA Part No. Description APG 3012-C-01-DJ GB/T16674-1996 Bolt Flange M6x12 APG 3012-C-02-DJ DJ168F-11300-A Cylinder Head Cover Assembly APG 3012-C-03-DJ DJ168F-11011-A Cylinder Head Cover Gasket APG 3012-C-04-DJ DJ168F-11013-A Tube, Breather APG 3012-C-05-DJ GB/T16674-1996 Bolt Flange M8x60 APG 3012-C-06-DJ DJ168F-11202-A Clip,Exhaust Valve Guide...
  • Page 29 3250W Generator General Parts Listing Part. No APA Part No. Description APG 3012-D-01-DJ DJ168F-12301-A Piston Ring A APG 3012-D-02-DJ DJ168F-12302-A Piston Ring B APG 3012-D-03-DJ DJ168F-12304-A Side Ring APG 3012-D-04-DJ DJ168F-12303-A Wave Ring APG 3012-D-05-DJ DJ168F-12300-A Scraper Ring Set,Piston APG 3012-D-06-DJ DJ168F-12003-A Piston Pin Circlip Clip APG 3012-D-07-DJ...
  • Page 30 3250W Generator General Parts Listing Part. No APA Part No. Description APG 3012-E-01-DJ DJ168F-13204-A Lock Nut APG 3012-E-02-DJ DJ168F-13203-A Adjusting Nut APG 3012-E-03-DJ DJ168F-13201-A Valve Rocker Arm APG 3012-E-04-DJ DJ168F-13202-A Fastening Bolt APG 3012-E-05-DJ DJ168F-13300-A Push Rod Guide APG 3012-E-06-DJ DJ168F-13008-A Rod Push APG 3012-E-07-DJ...
  • Page 31 3250W Generator General Parts Listing Part. No APA Part No. Description APG 3012-F-01-DJ DJ168F-14103-A Drain Screw APG 3012-F-02-DJ DJ168F-14102-A Washer APG 3012-F-03-DJ DJ168F-14101-A Folat Chamber APG 3012-F-04-DJ DJ168F-14105-A Float Chamber Gasket APG 3012-F-05-DJ DJ168F-14006-A Air Cleaner Gasket APG 3012-F-06-DJ DJ168F-14106-A Float APG 3012-F-07-DJ DJ168F-14107-A...
  • Page 32 3250W Generator General Parts Listing APA Part No. Part. No Description APG 3012-F-18-DJ DJ168F-14116-A Cover APG 3012-F-19-DJ GB/T820-1988 Bolt M4 APG 3012-F-20-DJ DJ168F-14003-A Inlet Gasket APG 3012-F-21-DJ DJ168F-14004-A Connecting Block,Carbretor APG 3012-F-22-DJ DJ168F-14005-A Carburetor Gasket APG 3012-F-23-DJ DJ168F-14112-A Choke Unit APG 3012-F-24-DJ DJ168F-14104-A Float Needle Assembly...
  • Page 33 3250W Generator General Parts Listing Part. No APA Part No. Description APG 3012-G-01-DJ DJ168F-14201-B Filter Element APG 3012-G-02-DJ DJ168F-14202-B Air Cleaner Houseing APG 3012-G-03-DJ DJ168F-14203-B Air Cleaner Base APG 3012-G-04-DJ DJ168F-14204-B Air Cleaner Cover APG 3012-G-05-DJ DJ168F-14205-B Stay, Air Cleaner APG 3012-G-06-DJ DJ168F-14206-B Packing Slip...
  • Page 34 3250W Generator General Parts Listing Part. No APA Part No. Description APG 3012-H-01-DJ DJ168F-14400-B Muffler Assembly APG 3012-H-02-DJ DF3000H-14402-A Outer Hood APG 3012-H-03-DJ GB/T16674-1996 Bolt M6x12 APG 3012-H-04-DJ GB/T16674-1996 Bolt M8x16 APG 3012-H-05-DJ DJ168F-14011-B Gasket , Exhaust Pipe APG 3012-H-06-DJ DJ168F-14010-B Exhaust Pipe APG 3012-H-07-DJ...
  • Page 35 3250W Generator General Parts Listing Part. No APA Part No. Description APG 3012-I-01-DJ DJ168F-16100-A Recoil Starter APG 3012-I-02-DJ DJ168F-16103-A Case Comp Recoil Starter APG 3012-I-03-DJ DJ168F-16104-A Starter APG 3012-I-04-DJ DJ168F-16105-A Ratchet APG 3012-I-05-DJ DJ168F-16106-A Goive Ratchet APG 3012-I-06-DJ DJ168F-16107-A Friction Spring APG 3012-I-07-DJ DJ168F-16108-A Spiral Spring...
  • Page 36 3250W Generator General Parts Listing Part. No APA Part No. Description APG 3012-J-01-DJ DJ168F-15007-A Back Spring B APG 3012-J-02-DJ DJ168F-15005-A Lock Bolt APG 3012-J-03-DJ DJ168F-15004-A Speed Regulating Arm APG 3012-J-04-DJ GB/T6177-2000 Nut Flange M6 APG 3012-J-05-DJ DJ168F-15008-A Fine Regutaling Spring C APG 3012-J-06-DJ DJ168F-15006-A Pulling Rod...
  • Page 37 3250W Generator General Parts Listing Part. No APA Part No. Description APG 3012-K-01-DJ GB/T6177-2000 Nut M16x1.5 APG 3012-K-02-DJ DJ168F-16001-A Starting Cup APG 3012-K-03-DJ DJ168F-16002-A Flywheel Fan APG 3012-K-04-DJ DJ168F-16200-B Flywheel...
  • Page 38 3250W Generator General Parts Listing Part. No APA Part No. Description APG 3012-L-01-DJ GB/T6177-2000 Nut M16x1.5 APG 3012-L-02-DJ DJ168F-16001-A Starting Cup APG 3012-L-03-DJ DJ168F-16002-A Flywheel Fan APG 3012-L-04-DJ DJ168F-16200-B Flywheel...
  • Page 39 3250W Generator General Parts Listing Part. No APA Part No. Description APG 3012-M-01-DJ DF2500H-14700-A Fuel Cock APG 3012-M-02-DJ DF2500H-14301-A Fuel Tank APG 3012-M-03-DJ DF2500H-14312-A Gasket, Fuel Sensor APG 3012-M-04-DJ DF2500H-14305-A Fuel Filler Cap Comp APG 3012-M-05-DJ DF2500H-14302-A Fuel Sensor APG 3012-M-06-DJ DF2500H-14309-A Packing APG 3012-M-07-DJ...
  • Page 40 3250W Generator General Parts Listing Part. No APA Part No. Description APG 3012-N-01-DJ DF2500H-33104-A Earth Terminal Set APG 3012-N-02-DJ DF2500H-33109-A Wire Harness Assy APG 3012-N-03-DJ DF2500H-33107-A Switch Wire APG 3012-N-04-DJ DF2500H-33111-A Consent APG 3012-N-05-DJ GB/T820-1988 Bolt M4x10 APG 3012-N-06-DJ DF2500H-33107-A Control Panel Assy APG 3012-N-07-DJ DF2500H-33112-A...
  • Page 41 3250W Generator General Parts Listing Part. No APA Part No. Description APG 3012-O-01-DJ DF3000H-33009-A Conecting Plate APG 3012-O-02-DJ DF3000H-33300-A Stator Assembly APG 3012-O-03-DJ DF3000H-33207-A Stator Cover APG 3012-O-04-DJ DF3000H-33200-A Rotor Assembly APG 3012-O-05-DJ DF3000H-33003-A Generator Stay APG 3012-O-06-DJ DF3000H-33011-A Generator End Cover APG 3012-O-07-DJ DF3000H-33014-A Generator Fan...
  • Page 42 3250W Generator General Parts Listing Part. No APA Part No. Description APG 3012-O-19-DJ DF3000H-33106-A Clip A APG 3012-O-21-DJ GB/T276-1994 Bdaring 6204DU APG 3012-O-22-DJ GB/T6170-2000 Nut M5 APG 3012-O-23-DJ GB/T97.1-2002 Flange M5 APG 3012-O-24-DJ GB/T93-1987 Spring Washer...
  • Page 43 3250W Generator General Parts Listing Part. No APA Part No. Description APG 3012-P-01-DJ DF2500H-31100-A Frame Comp APG 3012-P-02-DJ DF2500H-31200-A Bottom Rubber A APG 3012-P-03-DJ DF2500H-31300-A Bottom Rubber B APG 3012-P-04-DJ GB/T6177-2000 Flange Nut M10 APG 3012-P-05-DJ GB/T6177-2000 Flange Nut M8 APG 3012-P-06-DJ DF2500H-37002-A Rubber Damping Bracket...

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