Installing Support Leg (See Fig.3) ............ 12 Attaching the Battery Cable (See Fig.4) ..........12 Installing the handles (Fig.5) ............13 Recoil starting (Fig.6)( FG6250P - FG7750P - FG9250P) ....13 BEFORE STARTING............14 Adding / Checking Engine Oil (See Fig.7) ......... 15 Adding Fuel (See Fig.8) ..............
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FG6250P(E) - FG7750P(E) - FG9250P(E) TO BALANCE THE LOAD ............. 20 CREATING A TEMPORARY COLD WEATHER SHELTER ..20 PRE-OPERATION STEPS ............ 20 AFTER EACH USE ............... 20 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..........21 CHANGING OIL (SEE FIG.19) ..........21 OIL RECOMMENDATIONS ..........22 AIR FILTER (SEE FIG.20) ..........
FG6250PE - FG7750PE - FG9250PE – RECOIL/ELECTRIC STARTER Thank you for purchasing this superior quality portable generator from Ford Power Equipment. When operating and maintaining this product as instructed in this manual, your generator will give you many years of reliable service.
FG6250P(E) - FG7750P(E) - FG9250P(E) 3 PACKAGE CONTENT LIST Unpacking Place box on a level surface Remove all items from box except the generator. Make sure all items listed on the packing list are included and not damaged.
FG6250P(E) - FG7750P(E) - FG9250P(E) 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The manufacturer cannot anticipate every possible hazardous circumstance that the user may encounter. Therefore, the warnings in this manual, on tags, and on affixed decals are not all- inclusive. To avoid accidents, the user must understand and follow all manual instructions and use common sense.
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FG6250P(E) - FG7750P(E) - FG9250P(E) Tie back or wear protective head covering to contain long hair. WARNING! Keep engine away from flammable objects and other hazardous materials. The fuel and its vapors used to power this unit are highly flammable and could explode resulting in serious injury or death.
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Never insert objects through cooling slots. WARNING! Never operate this unit if there are any broken or missing parts and only use Ford Power Equipment replacement parts specifically designed for this unit. Improper treatment of generator can damage the unit and shorten it’s life.
FG6250P(E) - FG7750P(E) - FG9250P(E) 6.3 Installing Support Leg (See Fig.3) Parts needed - Support leg & M8 screw (2). Raise the front end of the generator high enough to gain access to the bottom of the frame.
FG6250P(E) - FG7750P(E) - FG9250P(E) 7 BEFORE STARTING SULFURIC SHIELD EYES. NON-SPILLABLE ACID EXPLOSIVE FLUSH EYES •SPARKS SEALED BATTERY GASES CAN CAUSE IMMEDIATLEY •FLAMES CAUSE BLINDNESS This ready filled, WITH WATER BLINDNESS OR SEVERE •SMOKING activated sealed battery. INJURY BURNS Never remove strip.
FG6250P(E) - FG7750P(E) - FG9250P(E) 7.1 Adding / Checking Engine Oil (See Fig.7) Place generator on a level surface. Remove the crankcase dipstick to ensure you do not overfill the engine. Insert a funnel into the crankcase dipstick...
FG6250P(E) - FG7750P(E) - FG9250P(E) Never plug electronic devices into generator having frayed, worn, or bare wires. Never touch bare wires or make contact with receptacles. Never permit a child or unqualified person to operate generator. Keep children a minimum of 10 feet away from the generator at all times.
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FG6250P(E) - FG7750P(E) - FG9250P(E) WARNING! Pull cord recoils rapidly and pulls arm towards engine faster than you can let go which could result in injury. To avoid recoil, pull starter cord slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly.
FG6250P(E) - FG7750P(E) - FG9250P(E) 8.3 Battery Charger for Electric Starter (FOR FG6250PE - FG7750PE - FG9250PE only) Keep the generator battery fully charged and ready to use to avoid the need to use the recoil starter to start the generator manually.
FG6250P(E) - FG7750P(E) - FG9250P(E) within a +/- 10% voltage variation, and +/- 3 Hz frequency variation from the generator name plate ratings. To reduce the risk of damage, always have an additional load plugged into the generator if solid state equipment (such as television set) is used. A power line conditioner is recommended for some solid state applications.
14 TO BALANCE THE LOAD To obtain the best output and performance of your Ford Generator it is best to make every effort to balance the load on the outlets. Attempt to spread the load as evenly as possible by utilizing all outlets and try to run higher wattage device on separate outlets when possible.
FG6250P(E) - FG7750P(E) - FG9250P(E) 18 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE After First 5 Hours Change Oil After 8 Hours or Daily Clean Debris Check Engine Oil Level Annually (25 hr Use) Check and Clean Air Cleaner Change Engine Oil (Service more often under dirty or dusty conditions)
FG6250P(E) - FG7750P(E) - FG9250P(E) 20 OIL RECOMMENDATIONS Do not use special additives. Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity for the engine. Use the chart to select the best viscosity for the outdoor temperature range expected. Note: Below 40°F (4°C) the use of SAE 30 will result in hard starting.
FG6250P(E) - FG7750P(E) - FG9250P(E) 21 AIR FILTER (SEE FIG.20) A dirty air filter will reduce the life span of the engine, make it difficult to start the engine, and reduce the unit’s performance. To clean, remove the air filter cover.
FG6250P(E) - FG7750P(E) - FG9250P(E) 26 REPLACING FUEL FILTER (SEE FIG.23) Occasionally the fuel filter may become clogged and need replacing. To purchase a replacement fuel filter contact your supplier (see manual back) or your local small Engine repair shop.
FG6250P(E) - FG7750P(E) - FG9250P(E) 27.2 Draining the carburetor Turn the engine OFF. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position. Position a suitable container under the carburetor drain screw to catch fuel; loosen the screw. Allow fuel to drain completely into container.
FG6250P(E) - FG7750P(E) - FG9250P(E) 30 TECHNICAL DATA MODEL FG6250P(E) FG7750P(E) FG9250P(E) AC Output Frequency 50Hz 50Hz 50Hz Rated power 4000W 5000W 6000W Peak power 5500W 6500W 7500W Voltage 110V / 230-240V AC Engine 420cc OHV, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled...
FG6250P(E) - FG7750P(E) - FG9250P(E) 32 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Engine is running, but AC Open circuit breaker Reset circuit breaker output is not available Poor connection Check and repair Defective cord set Check and repair Connected device is faulty...
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FG6250P(E) - FG7750P(E) - FG9250P(E) 35 SERVICE How to contact us: To order parts, receive warranty assistance, or other services inquiries, you can contact us by : Please see contact data on the back of this manual. Record the following information bellow for service or warranty assistance...
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