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Instructions First
(Separate Sheet)
TM
TORNADO PT6500E
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Thank you for your purchase of the Tornado PT6500E or Gale Force PT8500E model
generator. With proper care and maintenance this generator will give you a reliable
source of electrical power in case of public utility outage and in areas where
electrical power is not available.
IMPORTANT - All persons that will operate this equipment must read
and become thoroughly competent with all operating procedures and
safety precautions.
TM
GENERATOR
Copyright 2010 DTX International
TM
ELECTRIC
GALE FORCE PT8500E
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Summary of Contents for PENTAGON TORNADO PT6500E
- Page 1 GALE FORCE PT8500E INSTRUCTION MANUAL Thank you for your purchase of the Tornado PT6500E or Gale Force PT8500E model generator. With proper care and maintenance this generator will give you a reliable source of electrical power in case of public utility outage and in areas where electrical power is not available.
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Page 2: Customer Service
Customer service and product support are available on line at www.pentagontool.com. WARRANTY AND RETURN POLICY All Pentagon Tool generators are warrantied against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year for residential and personal use under normal conditions. Warranty is limited to replacement parts. -
Page 3: Safety Precautions
IMPORTANT - All persons that will operate this equipment must read and become thoroughly competent with all operating procedures and safety precautions. Misuse of this equipment may result in death, personal injury or property damage. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS necessary. Do not smoke near refueling area. 1. - Page 4 IMPORTANT - All persons that will operate this equipment must read and become thoroughly competent with all operating procedures and safety precautions. Misuse of this equipment may result in death, personal injury or property damage. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, WARNINGS & DANGER NOTICES Be sure to read and heed the following precautions and warnings located on your generator.
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Page 5: Generator Specifications
Dimensions: Height=21.3”, Width=20”, Length=28” Rated Wattage Voltage Frequency Phase DC Voltage DC Amps Model Surge Wattage PT6500E 60Hz Single 5500W 6500W 120V/240V 120V/240V PT8500E 7000W 8500W 60Hz Single Pentagon Tool models Tornado PT6500E and PT8500E meet federal EPA standards. Copyright 2010 DTX International... -
Page 6: Operating Precautions
IMPORTANT - All persons that will operate this equipment must read and become thoroughly competent with all operating procedures and safety precautions. Misuse of this equipment may result in death, personal injury or property damage. OPERATING PRECAUTIONS and standards before operation. WARNING! Before using the generator, read If an extension cord is used to provide power to a... - Page 7 GENERATOR COMPONENTS AND PACKAGE CONTENTS The following tools should be included in your generator package: (1) Phillips-head screwdriver (A) (1) Hex-head wrench (B) (1) Spark plug wrench (C) COMPONENTS Before operating your generator, be sure to become familiar with all usage instructions and the components listed below: 1.
- Page 8 GENERATOR WHEEL KIT ASSEMBLY .While not required, you may elect to install the wheel kit that is included with your generator. To do this, follow the instructions below: 1. On a level surface, elevate your generator’s cage on wood or cement blocks to make it easier to assemble your wheel kit.
- Page 9 IMPORTANT STEPS BEFORE USE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS CHECK OIL FREQUENTLY Engines shipped from Pentagon Tool DO NOT have oil in crankcase. Before starting engine, fill with oil. Do not over-fill. Use a high quality detergent oil classified "For ServiceSF, SG, SH, SJ" or higher. Do not use special additives.
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Page 10: Grounding The Generator
IMPORTANT STEPS BEFORE USE GROUNDING THE GENERATOR PRE-START CHECKLIST Whether this is the first time you will be using your DANGER! Failure to ground your generator generator or not, follow the checklist below before EACH properly can result in serious injury, shock or use to ensure best maintenance and safety practices. -
Page 11: Starting The Engine
STARTING THE ENGINE First, be sure that your generator is properly 9. T urn t e key to the right until the grounded. Follow the guidelines on page 10 electric start motor engages. (Grounding the Generator). When the engine fires let the key return to the run position. -
Page 12: Using The Generator
USING THE GENERATOR Tool or Appliance Rated Watts Surge Watts (running) Make sure electrical devices are turned off. Make sure electrical devices are turned off. Plug the Plug the Electric Water Heater (40 gal) 4000 devices into the proper receptacles. Standard 120 volt, devices into the proper receptacles. -
Page 13: Shutting Down The Generator
SHUTTING DOWN THE GENERATOR USING THE GENERATOR (DC) To turn off the generator: WARNING: Do not use the DC receptacles to charge 1. Turn off, then disconnect all devices and extension anything other than a 12V automotive type cords connected to the generator battery. -
Page 14: Before Each Use
BEFORE EACH USE GENERATOR MAINTENANCE AND THE HOUR METER Be sure to check the overall condition of your generator. Make sure that there are no parts that are Performing regular maintenance, especially oil changes, is cracked, broken or misaligned. Be sure that moving Important to long trouble free generator life. -
Page 15: Cleaning The Generator
CHECK THE GENERATOR OIL If water or contaminants have entered your oil You should check the oil in your generator before every crankcase, or if it is time for a scheduled oil change, use. To do this: follow the steps below to drain your oil: 1. -
Page 16: Cleaning The Fuel Filter Cup
MAINTAINING THE AIR CLEANER Air cleaner maintenance is important to ensure proper airflow into the generator’s carburetor. Follow the PLUG WRENCH 0.7-0.8mm maintenance schedule for checking and cleaning your (0.026-0.031 in) air cleaner as shown on page 14. When checking the air cleaner, visually inspect the cleaner to be sure that it is free from dirt and particles. - Page 17 CHANGING THE CARBON BRUSH Take down the installed bolts Dismantle the 2 bolts (M5 x 12) Take down the carbon-brush (M5 x 16) of carbon-brush. of electric machine back-cover. from DC wire of excitation. Install the new carbon-brush Insert and connect the DC Install the electric machine back with bolts (M5 x 16).
- Page 18 CHANGING THE AUTOMATIC VOLTAGE REGULATOR Dismantle the 2 bolts (M5 x 12) Take down the 2 installed Disconnect the sample wire of electric machine back-cover. bolts (M5 x 16) of AVR. hindered. Take down the AVR from Install the new AVR with 2 Connect the sample wire carbon-brush bolts (M5 x 16)
- Page 19 TORNADO PT6500E/GALE FORCE PT8500E WIRING DIAGRAM Copyright 2010 DTX International...
- Page 20 PT6500E/PT8500E DETAIL VIEW AND PARTS LIST Copyright 2010 DTX International...
- Page 21 Item Part Description Item Part Description DJ188F-16121-C Starter comp, recoil DJ190FD-14100-A Carburetor assy. GBT5789-B6-8 Flange bolt M6×8 DJ188F-14003-B Packing, carburetor DJ188F-16120-A Fan, cover comp DJ188FD-14004-A Insulator, carburetor GBT5789-B6-12 Flange bolt M6×12 GBT6177/10-N-6 Flange nut M6 DJ188F-11012-A Shroud comp DF6500H-14205-A Stay, air cleaner DJ168F-11039-A Clip.
- Page 22 DJ168F-13204-A Nut, pivot adjusting DJ190F-12001-B Piston GBT16674-B8-40 Flange bolt M8×40 DJ190F-12002-A Pin, piston DJ188FD-11001-B Crankcase cover DJ190F-12200-B Connecting rod assy. GBT818-S5-10 Flange bolt M5×10 DJ188FD-15200-A Control assy. DF3800H-11032-A Fan cover DJ188F-15007-A Spring, governor DJ188F-11007-A Cap assy. oil filler DJ188F-15008-A Spring, throttle return DJ188F-15100-A Governor kit DJ188F-15004-B...
- Page 23 PT8500E DETAIL VIEW AND PARTS LIST Copyright 2010 DTX International...
- Page 24 Ite m P a r t Q t y D e s c rip t io n Ite m P a r t Q ty D e s c r ip tio n Gasoline engine 1 4 9 DF6500H-31073-A Handle Head 10 7 DF8000H-33013-A Flange bolt...
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Page 25: Troubleshooting Guide
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Use caution and common sense when attempting to diagnose any problems you might be having with your generator. Please study the safety and operation precautions found earlier in this manual. If you are having trouble starting your generator: First, make sure that the engine switch is ON Make sure the...