Predator 63078 Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions

Predator 63078 Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions

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Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions
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operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product's serial number in the
back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number).
Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.
Using a generator indoors CAN
KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
Generator exhaust contains
carbon monoxide. This is a poison
you cannot see or smell.
NEVER use inside
a home or garage,
EVEN IF doors and
windows are open.
When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact
and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken,
please call 1-888-866-5797 as soon as possible.
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Copyright
2016 by Harbor Freight Tools
No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in
any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing
improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.
Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,
Only use OUTSIDE
and far away from
windows, doors,
and vents.
®
. All rights reserved.
Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com
Email our technical support at:
productsupport@harborfreight.com
Email our engine support at: predator@harborfreight.com
Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
SAVE THIS MANUAL.
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  • Page 1 EVEN IF doors and and vents. productsupport@harborfreight.com windows are open. Email our engine support at: predator@harborfreight.com When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken, please call 1-888-866-5797 as soon as possible.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    1800 RPM The emissions control system for this Engine is warranted for standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. For warranty information, refer to the last pages of this manual. Page 2 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 63078...
  • Page 3: Symbol Definitions

    Risk of Fire. Read the manual before Do not refuel while operating. set-up and/or use. Keep flammable objects away from engine. WARNING marking concerning Risk of Hearing Loss. Wear hearing protection. ITEM 63078 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 3...
  • Page 4: Safety

    Page 4 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 63078...
  • Page 5: Operating Precautions

    18. Insulate all connections and disconnected wires. 9. Never store fuel or other flammable materials near the engine. 19. Guard against electric shock. Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. ITEM 63078 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 5...
  • Page 6 Keep hair, clothing and gloves away equipment for a purpose for which it is not intended. from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts. Page 6 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 63078...
  • Page 7: Service Precautions

    Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects. b. Use tools with insulated handles. c. Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of batteries. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. ITEM 63078 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 7...
  • Page 8: Setup

    120  V AC 20  A 120  V AC 30  A 120  /   2 40  V AC 46  A GFCI Receptacles Receptacle Receptacle and Breaker and Breaker Figure A: Control panel Page 8 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 63078...
  • Page 9 (1 of 2) Control panel Battery (sold separately) Figure B: Generator Front Lifting Bracket Air Cleaner Fuel Valve Muffler Oil Fill plug Dipstick Spark plug (2 of 2) Figure C: Generator Back ITEM 63078 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 9...
  • Page 10 Front Cover (100) two Air Cleaner Front Knobs (101). See Figure D. Air Cleaner Air Cleaner Top Knob (140a) Front Knob (101) Figure E: Remove Front Cover Figure D: Remove Knobs Page 10 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 63078...
  • Page 11 Air Cleaner Bolts (142) Base Bolts (143) Fuel Filter Clip (144) Air Cleaner Base (140g) Figure G: Remove Bolts and Clip from Air Cleaner Base 8. Remove the Air Cleaner Base. ITEM 63078 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 11...
  • Page 12 18. Swing the black Choke Rod Clip (176) aside to B: Pull the Throttle Rod out of the Clip. release the Choke Rod. Disconnect the Choke Rod. Figure K: Throttle Rod Clip Page 12 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 63078...
  • Page 13 21. Remove Bolt (133) and two Bolts (132) from the Carburetor Intake Elbow (131). See Figure O. 22. Remove the Carburetor assembly from the engine. Keep it upright, it may contain fuel. ITEM 63078 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 13...
  • Page 14 To prevent FIRE, do not start the engine using Bolt. Gently lift the Bracket after while the smell of fuel hangs in the air. assembly to ensure proper alignment. [#19] Page 14 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 63078...
  • Page 15 (electrode) which 4. Refer to local regulations for can adequately ground the Generator. ground source information. 3. WARNING! GFCI receptacles will not protect from electric shock if Generator is not grounded. ITEM 63078 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 15...
  • Page 16: Operation

    Fuel Tank with 87 octane or higher unleaded gasoline that has been treated with a fuel stabilizer additive. Follow fuel stabilizer manufacturer’s recommendations for use. Page 16 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 63078...
  • Page 17: Starting The Engine

    75% of the Generator’s rated capacity during this period. • Change the engine oil after this period. Under normal operating conditions subsequent maintenance follows the schedule explained in the MAINTENANCE section. ITEM 63078 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 17...
  • Page 18: Connecting Electrical Loads

    Generator again. 2. Adjust the plugs so the loads are shared across outlet circuits. To achieve rated output from the Generator, distribute loads over outlets. Page 18 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 63078...
  • Page 19 Central AC - 10,000 BTU 1500 1500 For most lights or heaters: Furnace Fan - 1/2 HP 1400 there are no additional start-up watts. Space Heater 1800 Window AC - 10,000 BTU 1200 ITEM 63078 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 19...
  • Page 20: Stopping The Engine

    Remove all electrical load devices from the Generator. b. Turn the Engine Switch off. c. Close the Fuel Valve. NOTICE See Long-Term Storage on page 25 for complete storage instructions. Page 20 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 63078...
  • Page 21: Maintenance

    4. Clean carbon build-up from combustion chambers Replace fuel line if necessary Service more frequently when used in dusty areas. These items should be serviced by a qualified technician. ITEM 63078 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 21...
  • Page 22 10% ethanol (E10). Do not use E85 ethanol. Add fuel To prevent FIRE, do not start the engine stabilizer to the gasoline or the Warranty is VOID. while the smell of fuel hangs in the air. Page 22 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 63078...
  • Page 23 NOTICE: Do not run the engine with too little oil. Oil Fill plug Engine will not start with low or no engine oil. Dipstick (yellow) Figure X: Oil Fill plug and Dipstick (on back of Generator) ITEM 63078 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 23...
  • Page 24 BP-6ES (not included) to the ends of the spark plugs and reattach the wires securely. NHSP ® TORCH ® F6TC NOTICE: Using an incorrect spark plug may damage the engine. Page 24 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 63078...
  • Page 25 Clean out area around spark plugs. Remove spark plugs and pour one tablespoon of engine oil into each cylinder through spark plug holes. ITEM 63078 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 25...
  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    2. Engine mounted on slope, 1. Operate engine on level surface. triggering low oil shutdown. Check engine oil level. Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the generator or engine. Page 26 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 63078...
  • Page 27 2. Lower the number of items plugged into the generator to stay within the rated capacity, or use a more powerful generator. Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the generator or engine. ITEM 63078 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 27...
  • Page 28: Warranties

    This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Page 28 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 63078...
  • Page 29: Emissions Control System Warranty

    The nearest Harbor Freight Tools retail store can be found on the internet at http://www.harborfreight.com. ITEM 63078 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 29...
  • Page 30 LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO. Page 30 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 63078...
  • Page 31 Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead. Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. ITEM 63078 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 31...
  • Page 32: Parts Lists And Diagrams

    Gasket, Carburetor Insulator Pump Assembly, Oil Joint, Intake Tube Cover, Oil Pump Bolt Spring, Pressure Relief Valve Bolt Ball, Steel Washer Strainer, Oil Tube, Air Cleaner Connecting Gear Assembly, Governor Bolt Page 32 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 63078...
  • Page 33 Frame Assembly, Engine Tube, Handle Power Support Combination Tube, Handle Bolt Seat, Handle Tube Connecting Bolt Washer, Flat Wheel, Front Cushion, Engine Frame Bolt Washer, Flat Bolt Shaft, Front Wheel ITEM 63078 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 33...
  • Page 34: Assembly Diagram

    Assembly Diagram Page 34 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 63078...
  • Page 35 Assembly Diagram (continued) ITEM 63078 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 35...
  • Page 36 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • PO Box 6009 • Camarillo, CA 93011 • 1-888-866-5797...

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