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OWNER’S MANUAL PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR MODEL NUMBER W03381 Rev Level:00 IMPORTANT: Read all safety precautions and instructions carefully before operating equipment. Ensure engine is stopped and level before performing any maintenance or service. Record product information to reference when ordering parts or obtaining warranty coverage.
Save these original instructions for future reference. This manual covers operation and maintenance of the FIRMAN generators. All information in this publication is based on the latest production information available at the time of approval for printing.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • WARNING POISONOUS GAS HAZARD. • • • • English Page 02 Customer Service: 1-844-FIRMAN1...
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CORRECT USAGE Example location to reduce risk of carbon monoxide poisoning • ONLY use outside and downwind, far away from windows, doors and vents. • Direct exhaust away from occupied spaces. INCORRECT USAGE Do not operate in any of the following locations: Near any door, window or vent Garage Basement...
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WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT WARNING • DO NOT operate this product inside any S t a r t e r c o r d k i c k b a c k ( r a p i d building, carport, porch, mobile equipment, retraction) will pull hand and arm marine applications, or enclosure.
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• When using generator for backup power, WARNING notify utility company. Unintentional sparking • Use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) could cause fire or in any damp or highly conductive area, electric shock resulting such as metal decking or steel work. in death or serious •...
CONTROLS AND FEATURES Generator ② ① ⑦ ③ ⑥ ④ ⑤ ⑧ Carrying Handle 2- Fuel Cap 3- Recoil Starter 4- Never Flat Wheel 5- Control Panel 6- Muffler/Spark Arrester 7- Folding Handle 8- Maintenance Cover – Oil filler and air filter access. *We are always working to improve our products.
Control Panel NOTE: Total power drawn from all receptacles must not exceed the name plate rating. Indicator Light(Item 7) will go off. The engine will Engine Switch – Flip the switch to the “ON”(l) position continue to run, but the red Engine Overload Indicator and pull the recoil starter to start the generator.
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Parallel Operation Outlets - These outlets are used for connecting two FIRMAN inverter generators for parallel operation. A FIRMAN parallel kit(optional equipment) is required for parallel operation. 12V DC outlet – 8.3 Amp of DC current may be drawn from this receptacle.
Floating Neutral AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT TEMPERATURE: Your Firman Power Equipment product is designed and rated for continuous operation at ambient temperatures up to 40°C (104°F). When your product is needed, your product may be operated at temperatures ranging from -15°C (5°F) to 50°C (122°F) for short periods. If the product is exposed to temperatures outside this range during storage, it should be brought back within this range before operation.
Add Engine Oil CAUTION DO NOT attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been properly filled with the recommended type and amount of oil. Damage to the generator as a result of failure to follow these instructions will void your warranty. NOTE: The recommended oil type is 10W-30 automotive oil.
Add Fuel Fuel must meet these requirements: • Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline. • Use regular UNLEADED gasoline with the generator engine with a minimum 87 octane / 87 AKI (91 RON). For high altitude use, see "Operation at High Altitude". •...
Customer Support. Installation instructions are also available Connections for standby power to a building's in the Technical Bulletin area of the FIRMAN internet electrical system must be made by a qualified site. electrician. The connection must isolate the...
• Operate this product ONLY outside far away OPERATION from windows, doors and vents to reduce Generator Location the risk of carbon monoxide gas from accumulating and potentially being drawn WARNING towards occupied spaces. • Make sure you review each warning in order to Install battery-operated carbon monoxide prevent fire hazard.
Starting the Generator 6. Flip the engine switch to the "ON"(l) position. 1. Before starting the generator, check for loose or missing parts and for any damage which may have occurred during shipment. 2. Check oil level and fuel. 7. Pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly.
Connecting a generator to your electric utility Keep choke lever in “CHOKE” position for only 1 company’s power lines or to another power pull of the recoil starter. After first pull, move source may be against the law. In addition this choke lever to the “RUN”...
2. Plug the battery charging cable into the DC 12V DC Outlet (Battery Charger) receptacle of the generator. The 12V DC outlet is ONLY to be used with the 3. Connect the red (+) battery charger lead to the supplied 12V battery charging cable. The DC red (+) battery terminal.
DO NOT try Any two FIRMAN inverter generator with parallel to restart the engine. port including two FIRMAN inverter model W03381 3.Contact an Authorized FIRMAN Service Dealer. can be paralleled to increase the total available 4.DO NOT operate engine until oil level is...
(g) Reinstall the maintenance cover and tighten the ENGINE MAINTENANCE cover screws. (h) Dispose of used oil at an approved waste To prevent accidental starting, remove and management facility. • ground spark plug wire before performing any Use fresh and high quality lubricating oil to the service.
Spark Plug Maintenance Inspect Muffler and Spark Arrester Changing the spark plug will help your engine Inspect the muffler for cracks, corrosion, or to start easier and run better. other damage. Remove the spark arrester, if (a) Remove the maintenance cover. equipped, and inspect for damage or carbon blockage.
3. Carefully remove the carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen with a wire brush. 4. Replace the spark arrester if it is damaged. 5. Position the spark arrester in the muffler and attach spark arrester cover with the screws. CAUTION Failure to clean the spark arrester will result in degraded engine performance.
4-FUEL STARVATION: Start and run the generator SERVICE AND STORAGE until it stops from lack of fuel. This will dry out all remaining fuel in tank, fuel lines and carburetor. Infrequent Service 5-Allow the unit to cool entirely before cleaning If the unit is used infrequently, difficult starting and storage.
TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem Cause Correction 1. Circuit breaker is open. 1. Reset circuit breaker. 2. Fault in generator. 2. Contact authorized service facility. Engine is running, but no 3. Poor connection or defective cord 3. Check and repair. AC output is available. set.
W03381 Parts List Description Description Qty. Qty. NO. Part Number NO. Part Number 330713500 Fuel Tank Cap 330713560 Engine End Cover 330713501 Spillway,Fuel Tank 330713641 Engine 330713502 Screw M5×20 330713562 Flange Lock Nut M8 330713503 Cover,top 330713563 Supporter,Left 330713504 330713564...
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SPE195 193cc Engine Parts List Qty. Qty. NO. Part Number Description NO. Part Number Description Flange Bolt M8×35 Guide Plate,Push Rod 330723500 330723552 330723501 Oil Seal 330723553 Push Rod Cover,crankcase Valve,Intake 330723502 330723554 330723503 Oil Level Sensor 330723555 Stud Bolt(M6×32) Flange BOLT M6×12 Stud Bolt(M6×97) 330723504...
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