Buffalo Tools GEN1000I Instruction Manual

Buffalo Tools GEN1000I Instruction Manual

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GASOLINE INVERTER GENERATOR INSTRUCTION MANUAL
R E A D A L L I N S T R U C T I O N S A N D W A R N I N G S B E F O R E U S I N G T H I S P R O D U C T .
This manual provides important information on proper operation & maintenance. Every effort has been made to ensure the
accuracy of this manual. These instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. We
reserve the right to change this product at any time without
prior notice.
I F T H E R E I S A N Y Q U E S T I O N A B OU T A C O N D I T I O N B E I N G S A F E O R U N S A F E , D O N O T
O P E R A T E T H I S P R O D U C T !
If you experience a problem, have questions or need parts for this product, call Customer Service at 1-866-460-9436,
Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM Central Time. A copy of the sales receipt is required.
FOR CONSUMER USE ONLY – NOT FOR PROFESSIONAL USE. KEEP THIS MANUAL, SALES RECEIPT &
APPLICABLE WARRANTY FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING: This product, or the exhaust from this generator, may contain chemicals, including lead, known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
ATTENTION: OIL AND GASOLINE IS NOT INCLUDED WITH THE
GENERATOR AND MUST BE ADDED BEFORE FIRST USE.
ATTENTION: THIS GENERATOR IS NOT INTENDED TO POWER
MEDICAL DEVICES OR LIFE SUPPORT APPLIANCES.  
ATTENTION: FOLLOW ENGINE BREAK-IN PROCEDURE FOR FIRST
ATTENTION: DO NOT EXCEED MAX WATTAGE CAPACITY,
OTHERWISE DAMAGE CAN OCCUR TO GENERATOR AND/OR
APPLIANCES. FOLLOW WATTAGE GUIDE TO DETERMINE PROPER
 
ITEM # GEN1000I
1,000 SURGE WATTS / 800 RUNNING WATTS
20 HOURS OF USE.
STARTING & RUNNING WATTS.  
 
 
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  • Page 1 ITEM # GEN1000I 1,000 SURGE WATTS / 800 RUNNING WATTS GASOLINE INVERTER GENERATOR INSTRUCTION MANUAL R E A D A L L I N S T R U C T I O N S A N D W A R N I N G S B E F O R E U S I N G T H I S P R O D U C T .
  • Page 2 FEATURES: Included with this Generator: • 1000 Surge Output / 800 Running Watts* • DC connector wires for connecting 12 Volt • 120V Operation automotive-type batteries • 1.3 HP Engine, 4 Stroke , 5500 RPM • Spark plug wrench • Displacement (CC): 40cc •...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS STOP! Before using this generator, if you have any questions regarding the hazard and safety notices listed in this manual and/or on this generator, call 1-866-460-9436, Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM Central Time. Carbon Monoxide Gas: When in operation, the exhaust from this generator contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas.
  • Page 4 This generator produces powerful voltage, which can result in electrocution. Powerful Voltage: • ALWAYS ground this generator before using it. (See “Ground the Generator” section in this manual). • Only electrical devices should be plugged into this generator, either directly or with an extension cord. NEVER connect a building electrical system to this generator without a qualified electrician.
  • Page 5 Misuse of this generator can damage it or shorten its life. Usage: • Use this generator only for its intended purpose. • Operate this generator only on a dry, level surface. Do not secure the generator with a chain or rope, which would prevent it from being moved in an emergency.
  • Page 6: Engine Switch

    DESCRIPTION (1) Economy control switch (2) Engine switch (3) Fuel tank (4) Spark plug (5) Muffler (6) Carrying handle (7) Choke lever (8) AC pilot light (9) Overload indicator light (10) Oil warning light (11) Ground (earth) terminal (12) DC protector (13) DC receptacle (14) AC receptacle (16) Fuel filter...
  • Page 7: Overload Indicator Light

    3) LOW OIL ALERT SENSOR When the oil level falls below the acceptable level, the engine stops automatically. Unless you refill with oil, the engine will not start again. 4) OVERLOAD INDICATOR LIGHT l The overload indicator light flickers when an overload of a connected electrical device is detected. This situation shall not be kept for a long time and it just needs to decrease the loads to its normal range and the overload indicator light will go off.
  • Page 8: Check Engine Oil

    CHECK ENGINE OIL Remove side panel, remove oil filler cap and check the oil level. Make sure the oil is at top of Lower Level line (See Figure 2). WARNING: The generator has been shipped without engine oil. Fill with oil or it will not start.   l...
  • Page 9 DC APPLICATION This usage is applicable to 12V battery charging. Be sure the Economy Control Switch is turned off while charging the battery. STOPPING   T HE   E NGINE   Turn off the power switch of the electric apparatus or disconnect any electric devices.
  • Page 10: Engine Oil Replacement

    necessary. Exhaust System Check for l e akage. Reti g hten l or repl a ce gasket i f necessary Check muffl e r screen. l Cl e an / repl a ce i f necessary. Carburetor Check choke operati o n l...
  • Page 11: Cleaning And Adjusting Spark Plug

    WASHABLE AIR FILTER Maintaining an air cleaner in proper condition is very important. Dirt induced through improperly installed, improperly serviced, or inadequate elements damages and wears out engines. Keep the element always clean.   1. Remove the cover. 2. Remove the air filter cover and element. 3.
  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Engine won’t start 1. Fuel system: No fuel supplied to combustion chamber. l No fuel in tank …. Add fuel. Fuel in tank …. Fuel tank cap air vent knob to “OPEN”, fuel cock knob to “OPEN”. l l Clogged fuel line ….
  • Page 13 SPECIFICATION MODEL GEN1000I Type Invertor Generator AC Voltage 60Hz 120V Max. Output 1.00 kVA Rated Output 0.80 kVA Power Factor DC Output 12V / 4.0A Model XY139F-6 Type Air-cooled, 4 cycle, OHV, Gasoline Engine Bore×Stroke mm×mm 39×33.5 Displacement 40 cc Max.
  • Page 14: Storage Instructions

    ENGINE   B REAK-­‐ I N   P ROCEDURE   You   c an   a void   s mall   e ngine   p roblems   i f   y ou   f ollow   t he   b reak-­‐ i n   p rocedure   b elow.   B ecause   t he   p istons   a nd   r ings   w ear   i nto   t he   engine’s  ...
  • Page 15: Wiring Diagram

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  • Page 26 EMISSION   C ONTROL   S YSTEM   W ARRANTY   Buffalo Corp. Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The California Air Resources Board, The United States Environmental Protection Agency(US EPA) and Buffalo Corp. are pleased to explain the exhaust and evaporative emissions control system warranty on your 2019 model year small off-road engine. In California, new equipment that use small off-road engines must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards.
  • Page 27: Emission Warranty Parts List

    The warranty period begins on the date the engine is delivered to an ultimate purchaser or first placed into service. The warranty period is two years. Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as stated below, the warranty on emissions related parts is as follows: Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in your Owner’s Manual is warranted for the warranty period stated above.
  • Page 28 (h) Mixer assembly and its internal components (if equipped) Air induction system including: Intake pipe/manifold (b) Air cleaner Ignition system including: Spark plug (b) Ignition coil Catalytic muffler assembly including: Muffler gasket (b) Exhaust manifold (c) Catalytic converter Crankcase breather assembly including: Breather connection tube (6) Fuel tank evaporative emissions control system including: (a) Purge valves...

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