SAFETY GUIDELINES / DEFINITIONS This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand. This infor- mation relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections.
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RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE (Continued) HAZARD Attempting to connect to the in- Attempting to coming utility service could result connect generator in electrocution. directly to the Restoration of electrical service electrical system while the generator is connected of any building to the incoming utility could structure.
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RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE (Continued) HAZARD Operation of unit Attempting to use the unit when damaged, when it has been damaged, or or with guards or when it is not functioning panels removed. normally could result in fire or electrocution.
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RISK OF FIRE (Continued) HAZARD Overfilling the fuel Spilled fuel and its vapors can tank – fuel become ignited from hot spillage. surfaces or sparks. RISK OF INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE WHEN TRANSPORTING GENERATOR HAZARD Fuel or oil can leak or spill and Fire, Inhalation, could result in fire or breathing Damage to...
RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION HAZARD All sources of energy include the Operation of potential for injury. Unsafe generator in operation or maintenance of your careless manner generator could lead to serious injury or death to you or others. Any gasoline operated Operation of household generator will incur voltage...
RISK OF HOT SURFACES HAZARD Contact with hot surfaces, such Contact with hot as engines exhaust components, engine and could result in serious burns. generator components. RISK OF MOVING PARTS HAZARD The generator contains parts Contact with which rotate at high speed during moving parts operation.
NOTE: This manual is a general manual. Information in this manual may or may not pertain to your model. Please read carefully. NOTE: Left and right describes the location of a part with the operator facing the outlet panel. A01296 SPECIFICATIONS H1000IS-W 10000/19500 120/240V 83.3 A41.7 A SINGLE 60 Hz 3600 RPM 104°...
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UNPACKING Locate the parts carton and set aside for later use. Cut wire ties holding generator to pallet and remove protective wrapping. Remove all packaging, leaving generator on pallet. IMPORTANT: DO NOT remove generator from pallet. Discard all packaging. ASSEMBLE WHEEL KIT Tools needed: 2 - 2x4 at least 30”...
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Lift generator and remove 2x4. Lift other end of generator and place two 2x4s between generator and pallet as shown. On the muffler side of the engine, remove cap screws and flange nuts holding the heat shield (17) to the frame. Reassemble cap screws, heat shield, wheel bracket (3), and flange nuts (7) as shown.
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16. To make installation easier, submerge handle grips into warm soapy water. Remove handle grips from soapy water and slide onto handles. 17. Squeeze snap button (12), slide into handle, and release snap button through second hole. NOTE: V of snap button is inserted first. Repeat step on other handle.
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ASSEMBLE SKYHOOK Tools needed: 1 - 1/2" socket or open end wrench 1 - 3/8" socket 1 - Torque wrench Parts bag contains: 1 - Skyhook 2 - Upper brackets 5 - Screws, 5/16-18 x 7/8" 5 - Lockwashers 5 - Nuts, Whizlock 5/16" Close fuel shut-off valve on tank by turning clockwise until it stops.
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Place skyhook on the fuel tank side of the frame and install upper bracket as shown. Wrap upper bracket around frame. Slide lockwashers onto bolts, insert through brackets, and secure with whizlock nuts. NOTE: DO NOT tighten bolts at this time. Repeat steps 5-7 on other side.
BATTERY INSTALLATION The generator is equipped with a maintenance free battery. For packaging purposes the black negative battery cable and battery were secured with wire ties. Cut these wire ties. Connect black negative cable to negative (-) battery post. Tighten securely.
OBTAINING ELECTRICITY FROM THE GENERATOR There are basically 2 ways to obtain electricity from a generator: Use of extension cords directly from the generator to the appliance, lights, tools, etc. Use of a double-throw transfer switch installed directly to the main electrical supply outside of house.
OTHER LOOSE PARTS The locking plugs maybe used when needed or required. The locking plugs are to be installed and/or used in accordance with appropriate local electrical code regulations. Refer to instructions enclosed with each plug for proper installation. 12V DC cables to be used with the 12V DC outlets. See Operation section. IMPORTANT: Before any attempt to start your generator be sure to check engine oil (See Engine Operator's manual) KNOW YOUR GENERATOR...
IDLE CONTROL Choose the correct application. For normal application such as power tools, small electric appliances, light bulbs, and radios: Place the idle control switch in the ON position. The generator will idle down when there is no load. This lowers the engine noise, saves on fuel consumption, and engine life.
Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot. Do not smoke when filling fuel tank. Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poor ventilated areas, engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
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Overloading the generator will cause power fluctuations and can damage equipment and appliances. Porter-Cable Corporation will only be responsible for damage to customer's equipment when the generator is determined to be defective. This determination will only be made by an authorized representative of Porter-Cable Corporation and this decision will be final.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TABLE MAINTENANCE TASK Check oil level Change oil Clean Air Filter Assembly Check Spark Plug Prepare Unit for Storage Note 1: Change oil after first two (2) operating hours and every 50 operating hours thereafter, more often if operated in extreme dusty or dirty conditions. Note 2: Check oil after 5 hours of operation.
If you are going to store your generator for more than 30 days, use the following information as a guide to prepare the generator for storage. Never store generator with fuel in the tank indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas, where fumes can reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or other gas appliances.
WATTAGE CALCULATIONS Never exceed the rated capacity of your generator. Serious damage to the generator or appliance could result from an overload. 1. Starting and running wattage requirements should always be calculated when matching a generators wattage capacity to the appliance or tool. 2.
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The running wattage of examples 1 & 2 totals 1150 watts. The starting wattage of the small refrigerator is 2000 watts which is 1500 watts more than the running watts. Take this difference of 1500 starting watts from the refrigerator and add to the total running watts of 1150. Example 3: 1500 Starting Watts 1150 Running Watts...
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HOUSEHOLD WATTAGE CALCULATOR DEVICES WITH HIGH STARTING (INDUCTIVE)LOADS RUN WATTS TIMES (X) START FACTOR 2400 1000 1000 CAUTION !! DO NOT CONNECT VOLTAGE SENSITIVE ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT (TV SET, COMPUTER, ETC.) DIRECTLY TO YOUR GENERATOR. IF YOU USE THE GENERATOR TO POWER SENSITIVE EQUIPMENT YOU MUST USE A U.L.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM Engine will not Low on fuel or oil. start Ignition switch in "Off" position. Choke in wrong position. Fuel shut-off valve in closed position Unit loaded during start- Spark plug wire loose. Faulty receptacle. No electrical output Circuit breaker kicked out.
• Use reasonable care in the operation and maintenance of the product as described in the Owners Manual(s). • Deliver or ship the product to the nearest Porter-Cable Authorized Warranty Service Center. Freight costs, if any, must be paid by the purchaser.
CALL 1-888-559-8550 TO FIND A LOCAL AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER NEAR YOU FOR REPAIRS AND SERVICE PART PURCHASES ENGINE Use clean, fresh gasoline with a minimum 87 octane rating. Do not add gasoline during or immediately after use. Refer to engine owner's manual for oil recommendations. ENGINE OIL Most generators are equipped with a low-oil shutdown.
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