Chicago Electric 92280 Assembly And Operating Instructions Manual

10,000 watt (11,000 peak) generator with 18 hp robin engine

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10,000 WATT (11,000 PEAK)
GENERATOR WITH
18 HP ROBIN
ENGINE
®
92280
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Distributed exclusively by
®
Harbor Freight Tools
.
3491 Mission oaks Blvd., CaMarillo, Ca 93011
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Copyright © 2004 by Harbor Freight Tools
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®
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for technical questions and replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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  • Page 1 10,000 WATT (11,000 PEAK) GENERATOR WITH 18 HP ROBIN ENGINE ® 92280 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Distributed exclusively by ® Harbor Freight Tools 3491 Mission oaks Blvd., CaMarillo, Ca 93011 VISIT OUR WEB SITE AT HTTP://WWW.HARBORfREIGHT.COM Copyright © 2004 by Harbor Freight Tools .
  • Page 2: Specifications

    Read all instructions before installing or using this generator! Ensure installation meets all applicable safety, and local and national electrical codes. Have installation performed by a qualified, licensed electrician and building contractor. skU 92280 Page 2 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353...
  • Page 3 The supporting floor should be level, and strong enough to safely hold the weight of the generator. If the floor is not level, strong cross members should be placed under the full length of the generator steel frame at its low side. REV 07l skU 92280 Page 3 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353...
  • Page 4: Mechanical Precautions

    Noise Precautions The generator can product high noise levels. Prolonged exposure to noise levels above 85 dBa is hazardous to hearing. always wear ear protection when operating or working around skU 92280 Page 4 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353...
  • Page 5: Electrical Precautions

    The engine should always be off if adjustments are to be made. Guard against electric shock. Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerator enclosures. skU 92280 Page 5 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353...
  • Page 6 10. Properly ground the Generator. The national Electrical Code requires that the Generator frame be properly grounded to earth. This should be done by a licensed electrician. (refer to the section on Grounding.) skU 92280 Page 6 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353...
  • Page 7: First Aid For Electric Shock

    Grounded Tools: Tools with Three Prong Plugs Tools marked with “Grounding required” have a three wire cord and three prong grounding plug. The plug must be connected to a properly grounded outlet. if the tool skU 92280 Page 7 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353...
  • Page 8: Extension Cords

    (see Table a.) if you are using one extension cord for more than one tool, add the nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size. (see Table skU 92280 Page 8 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353...
  • Page 9 Minute 12.1 – 16.0 n 0 xxxx/min. (rPM) 16.1 – 20.0 * Based on limiting the line TABLE A voltage drop to five volts at 150% of the rated amperes. skU 92280 Page 9 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353...
  • Page 10: Handle Installation

    With the help of another strong person, lift the engine end of the Generator assembly high enough to insert two, six inch blocks under each side of the Frame (4) as shown below, right. Cotter key (32) axle retainer axle (24) skU 92280 Page 10 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353...
  • Page 11: Muffler Installation

    Slide the Muffler Cover (19) over the Muffler and secure with eight M6 x 1” Screws (48). refer to the photo at the top of page 12. skU 92280 Page 11 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353...
  • Page 12: Battery Installation

    Fill the Gas Tank (outdoors) with up to seven gallons of unleaded gasoline. do not top-off tank. Never refill the Gas Tank while the engine is running. skU 92280 Page 12 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353...
  • Page 13 Hour Meter - displays operating time in hours and tenths. Fuel valve: - CW Closed - CCW open Choke Control rod: - Pull out - cold engine - Push in - warm engine skU 92280 Page 13 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353...
  • Page 14: Starting The Generator

    Manual under Troubleshooting if problems ® persist. Let the engine run for five minutes to warm up before applying the electrical load. REV 11/04 skU 92280 Page 14 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353...
  • Page 15: Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning

    After the first five hours of use, drain and replace the Engine oil. After that, replace the oil after every 25 hours of use. Check the Hour reading on the Hour Meter. skU 92280 Page 15 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353...
  • Page 16 Wipe up any spilled oil from the engine. replace the oil Fill Cap and the oil level dip stick. oil Fill Cap oil level dip stick Gasket oil drain Plug (on both sides of engine) skU 92280 Page 16 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353...
  • Page 17: Wiring Diagrams

    WIRING DIAGRAMS skU 92280 Page 17 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353...
  • Page 18: Parts List

    Connections, Black Bushing nylon Belt Plate, Gas Tank Mounting screws, M6x1” NOTE: some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts. skU 92280 Page 18 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353...
  • Page 19: Assembly Drawing

    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. skU 92280 Page 19 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353...

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