FEATURES • Durable 2.1 HP, Air Cooled Overhead Valve Engine. • Full Power Panel with Engine Shutoff Switch, Volt Meter, Circuit Breaker and Power Outlets. • Fully Protected 120V Outlets • 8 Hour Run Time. • All Steel 1.59 Gal. Fuel Tank. •...
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Table of Contents FEATURES..................................2 GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES ..........................4 GENERATOR LABELS ..............................6 PACKAGE CONTENTS ..............................7 GENERATOR COMPONENTS .............................8 PREPARING THE GENERATOR FOR USE ........................9 Using the Generator for the First Time ......................9 Step 1- Add oil ..............................9 Step 2 – Add Gasoline ..........................10 Step 3 - Ground the Generator ........................
GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES Please familiarize yourself with the following safety symbols and words: The safety alert symbol is used with one of the safety words (DANGER, CAUTION, or WARNING) to alert you to hazards. Please pay attention to these hazard notices both in this manual and on the generator. DANGER: Indicates a hazard that will result in serious injury or death if instructions are not followed.
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WARNING: This generator produces powerful voltage, which can result in electrocution. • ALWAYS ground the generator before using it (see the "Grounding the Generator" portion of the "PREPARING THE GENERATOR FOR USE" section). • Generator should only be plugged into electrical devices, either directly or with an extension cord.
PACKAGE CONTENTS Your generator comes with the items listed below. Please check to see that all the following items may be included with your generator depending on your generator model. DC Charging Cables Spark Plug Wrench...
GENERATOR COMPONENTS Please familiarize yourself with the locations and functions of the various components and controls of your generator. 1. Fuel Cap - Access to the fuel tank for adding fuel. 2. Frame – Used to carry the generator. 3. 12V DC Receptacle - Use for charging 12 Volt automotive-type batteries only. 4.
This amount, which is equal to the oil capacity of the engine crankcase, can be found on the chart in figure 1. When filling the engine with oil in the future, please refer to this chart. Model number DS1500 Engine oil capacity 13.5 fluid oz.
Gas can age in the tank and make it hard to start up the generator in the future. • Never store generator for extended periods of time with fuel in the tank. Model number DS1500 Gas tank capacity 6 L (1.59 US Gallons) Figure 4 - Gas Tank Capacity Step 3 - Ground the Generator WARNING: Failure to properly ground the generator can result in electrocution.
Subsequent Use of the Generator If this is not your first time using the generator there are still steps you should take to prepare it for operation. IMPORTANT: At this point you should be familiar with the procedures described in the first portion of this section entitled "Using the Generator for the First Time."...
STARTING THE GENERATOR CAUTION: Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator before attempting to start. To start your generator, perform the following steps: Make sure no electrical devices are connected to the generator. Check that the generator is properly grounded (see page 13, "Ground the Generator"). Turn the fuel valve to the "ON"...
The surge wattage ability of the generator covers this extra power requirement. Model Number Rated (Running) Wattage Surge Wattage DS1500 1200 1500 Figure 9-generator wattage by model number The total running wattage requirement of the electrical devices connected to the generator should not exceed the rated wattage of the generator itself.
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Tool or Appliance Rated (Running) Watts Additional Surge Watts Microwave 1000 Well water pump 1000 1000 Reciprocating saw 1040 Sump pump 1200 Refrigerator freezer 1200 Furnace blower 1300 Computer Electric drill Television Deep freezer Garage door opener Stereo Box fan Clock radio Security system DVD player/VCD...
DC Usage CAUTION: The DC receptacle is for recharging 12 Volt automotive-type batteries only. Do not connect any other device to this receptacle. CAUTION: Use the generator only to recharge 12 Volt batteries. Never try to jumpstart a car with your generator.
MAINTENANCE / CARE Proper routine maintenance of your generator will help prolong the life of your machine. Please perform maintenance checks and operations according the schedule in figure 13. CAUTION: Never perform maintenance operations while the generator is running. Recommended Maintenance schedule Each use Every month Every 3 months...
The oil capacity of your generator engine is listed in figure 15 Model number DS1500 13.5 Fluid oz. Engine oil capacity Figure 15- Engine Oil Capacity.
Air Cleaner Maintenance Routine maintenance of the air cleaner helps maintains proper airflow to the carburetor. Occasionally check that the air cleaner is free of excessive dirt. Unscrew the bolt at side of the air cleaner cover (see figure 18). Remove the sponge-like elements from the casing.
Emptying the Gas Tank Before storing your generator for extended periods of time, you should drain your generator. Turn the fuel valve to the "OFF” position. Empty the fuel filter cup of any fuel. With a receptacle underneath the generator to catch the gas, turn the fuel valve to the "ON" position. Drain all the gas from the generator.
God or Natural Disasters, or problems related to/from aftermarket or non-OEM parts. Warranty Limitations DuroStar Power Equipment does not claim or hold any obligation to loss of time, freight charges, use of product, or any incidental damages from the use of this product.
GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS AC Output DS1500 Rated Wattage 1200W Surge Wattage 1500W Rated Voltage 120V Rated Frequency 60Hz Phase Single DC Output DS1500 Voltage Amperage 5.3A Engine DS1500 Engine type 4-Stroke, Air-Cooled, Single Cylinder Ignition system Non-contact transistor Displacement 87cc Starting type...
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Engine will not Engine switch is set to “OFF”. Set engine switch to “ON”. start Fuel valve is turned to “CLOSED”. Turn fuel valve to “OPEN” position. Choke is open. Close the choke Engine is out of gas. Add gas.
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