Summary of Contents for PENTAGON HURRICANE PT10000E
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(Separate Sheet) INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR USA Thank you for your purchase of the HURRICANE PT10000E 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.
Full Power Panel with Circuit Breaker Protection **Hurricane PT10000E has 16HP , rated or running wattage of 8000 Watts, surge wattage of 10000 Watts. *Running time based on medium duty draw, running times may vary with heavy usage. CUSTOMER SERVICE Customer service and product support are available online at www.pentagontool.com.
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.
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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.
*Based on 50% load Model Rated Wattage Surge Wattage Voltage Frequency Phase DC Voltage DC Amps PT 10000E 8000W 10000W 120/240V 60 Hz Single Pentagon Tool PT10000E meets Federal EPA emission standards. Copyright 2012 DTX International...
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...
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 & FEATURES Before operating your generator, be sure to become familiar with all usage instructions and the components listed below: 1.
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GENERATOR WHEEL & STARTER CABLES 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.
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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 Service SJ" or higher. Do not use special additives.
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.
STARTING & STOPPING THE ENGINE First, be sure that your generator is properly Allow engine to warm up before pulling current from grounded. the generator. Follow the guidelines on page 10 (Grounding the Generator). STOPPING THE ENGINE Check fuel gage (located on top of 1.
USING THE GENERATOR Tool or Appliance Rated Watts Surge Watts (running) Make sure electrical devices are turned off. Plug the Electric Water Heater (40 gal) 4000 devices into the proper receptacles. Standard 120 volt, Hot Plate 2500 single phase, 60 Hz loads only in the 120 Volt Saw-Radial Arm 2000 2000...
DISCONNECTING THE DC CABLES USING THE GENERATOR (DC) 1. Turn off the generator WARNING: Do not use the DC receptacles to charge 2. Remove the DC plug from the generator DC anything other than a 12V automotive type socket battery. 3.
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.
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.
MAINTAINING THE AIR CLEANER Air cleaner maintenance is important to ensure proper airflow into the generator’s carburetor. Follow the maintenance schedule for checking and cleaning your air cleaner as shown on page 14. NEVER RUN THE GENERATOR WITHOUT THE AIR CLEANER AS THIS WILL CAUSE SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE GENERATOR.
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CHANGING THE CARBON BRUSH READING THE 3-IN ONE METER Your generator comes with a 3-in-1 Hour Meter. To check setting on the meter, use the following steps: 1. Press the black button on the display (shown inside the red circle in the photo, right). 2.
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CHANGING THE AUTOMATIC VOLTAGE REGULATOR Copyright 2012 DTX International...
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...