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- Page 1 MODEL#:FG5250PBR ITEM#: F2E425E891 Generator OPERATOR’S MANUAL Warning: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. www.fordpower.cc...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction..................................... 3 Product Specifications..............................3 Parts Ordering / Customer Service..........................3 Safety Rules.................................... 4 Safety Symbols................................4 Safety Instructions............................... 4 Features....................................7 Assembly ....................................9 Unpacking ..................................9 Packing List ................................9 Remove Shipping Bracket ............................10 Attaching Wheels ..............................1 0 Installing support leg .............................. -
Page 3: Introduction
INTRODUCTION 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. Product Specifications: This generator is an engine-driven, revolving field, alternating current (AC) portable generator. It is designed to supply electrical power to operate tools, appliances, camping equipment, lighting, or serve as a back up power source during power outages. -
Page 4: Safety Rules
SAFETY RULES Safety Symbols Indicates a potentially hazardous WARNING! situation which could result in serious injury or death if not avoided. Indicates a potentially hazardous CAUTION! situation which could result in damage to equipment or property. Toxic Fumes Risk of fire Risk of explosion Risk of electric shock Hot surface... - Page 5 SAFETY RULES Never exceed generator’s wattage / amperage capacity. This could damage the generator WARNING! and / or connected electrical devices. Check operating voltage and frequency requirements of all electrical devices prior to plugging them into the generator. • Never start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged in to the receptacles. Failure to do WARNING! so could damage the generator and / or connected electrical devices.
- Page 6 Never transport or make adjustments to this unit while it is running. • Never insert objects through cooling slots. Never operate this unit if there are any broken or missing parts and only use Ford Power WARNING! Equipment replacement parts specifically designed for this unit.
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Page 7: Features
FEATURES A - Fuel Selector Switch F - Hour Meter G - 120 V duplex Receptacle (NEMA 5-20R). B - Main Circuit Breaker H - 120 Volt AC, 30 Amp RV receptacle (TT-30). C - Circuit Protector I - START/ON/OFF Switch D - Voltage Selector Switch J - Remote Light E - 120 / 240 Volt AC, 30 Amp twist lock receptacle... - Page 8 FEATURES R - Support Leg (Foot) K - Fuel Gauge S - Fuel Tank L - Fuel Tank Vapor Vent T - Fuel Fill Cap M - Generator Frame U - Fuel Valve (ON/OFF) N - Choke Lever V - Recoil Starter Grip O - Air Filter W - Oil Fill (Dipstick) P - Handles &...
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Page 9: Assembly
ASSEMBLY Unpacking 1. Place box on a level surface. 2. Remove all items from box except the generator. Make sure all items listed on the packing list are included and not damaged. 3. Cut down the sides of the box being careful to avoid hitting the generator. 4. -
Page 10: Remove Shipping Bracket
ASSEMBLY Remove Shipping Bracket (See fig 1) • Remove and discard the two RED shipping brackets and mounting hardware before starting the Generator. Attaching Wheels (See fig 2) • Parts needed - 2 wheels, 2 axles, 2 hair pins, 2 washers, 2 hub caps and 2 self-tapping screws. •... -
Page 11: Installing The Handles
ASSEMBLY Installing The Handles (See fig 4) Fig 4 Fig 5 Adding / Checking Engine Oil (See fig 6) • 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 hold and carefully add 4-Cycle engine oil (SAE10W- 30) to empty reservoir until oil reaches the outer edge of the oil fill hole (crankcase dipstick hole). -
Page 12: Operation
OPERATION Fig 6 Fig 7 Connecting Generator to an Electrical System • If connecting generator to a building’s electrical system for standby power, you must use a qualified electrician to install a transfer switch. The power from the generator must be isolated from the circuit breaker or alternative power source. The connection must comply with all electrical codes and applicable laws. -
Page 13: How To Start Engine
OPERATION WARNING! Generator must be properly grounded to prevent electrocution. • Only operate generator on a level surface. • Always connect the nut and ground terminal on the frame to an appropriate ground source. How to Start Engine (See fig 9-16) Place generator on a level surface. -
Page 14: How To Stop Engine
OPERATION Never start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged in to the receptacles. Failure to WARNING! do so could damage the generator and / or connected electrical devices. • Always start the engine and let it stabilize before connecting any electronic devices. •... - Page 15 OPERATION 120 / 240 Volt AC, 30 Amp locking receptacle (L14-30R) • This receptacle has a 15A main circuit breaker to protect against overload. • This receptacle is rated to operate 120 Volt, AC, single phase, 60Hz loads requiring up to 3600 watts (3.6 kW) at 30 Amps.
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Page 16: Don't Overload Generator
OPERATION Don’t Overload Generator Make sure you can supply enough rated watts and surge watts for all electronic devices connected to the generator. Rated watts refer to the power a generator must supply to keep a device running. Surge watts refer to the power a generator must supply to start an electronic device. -
Page 17: Cold Weather Operation
OPERATION Never exceed generator’s wattage / amperage capacity. This could damage the generator WARNING! and / or connected electrical devices. Check operating voltage and frequency requirements of all electrical devices prior to plugging them into the generator. • Hour Meter (See Fig 22) The digital hour meter operates whenever the engine is running and keeps track of how many hours the unit has been used. -
Page 18: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Creating a Temporary Cold Weather Shelter In an emergency, the original shipping carton can be used as a temporary shelter. The shelter should hold enough heat created by the generator to prevent icing. Cut off all flaps. Cut off one of the long sides of the carton to expose the units muffler and exhaust. Do not enclose the muffler / exhaust side of the generator. -
Page 19: Changing Oil
MAINTENANCE Changing Oil (See Fig 23) • Run the Generator until the Engine is warm. • Place generator on a level surface. • Remove the crankcase dipstick. • Place an oil pan underneath the oil drainage bolt to collect used oil. Oil Fill &... - Page 20 MAINTENANCE Used oil should be disposed of at an approved disposal site. See your local oil retailer for CAUTION! more information. Air Filter (See Fig 24) 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. •...
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Page 21: Maintaining Fuel Valve
MAINTENANCE Carburetor Adjustment The carburetor is low emission and is equipped with a non-adjustable idle mixture valve. If adjustment is needed contact an authorized dealer. Replacing Fuel Filter (See Fig 27) Occasionally the fuel filter may become clogged and need replacing. To purchase a replacement fuel filter contact PULSAR customer service or your local small Engine repair shop. -
Page 22: How To Store
MAINTENANCE 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. •... -
Page 23: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Engine is running, but AC output is not 1. Open circuit breaker 1. Reset circuit breaker available 2. Poor connection 2. Check and repair 3. Defective cord set 3. Check and repair 4. Connected device is faulty 4. -
Page 24: Diagrams
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Page 25: Warranty
From the date of original purchase, Ford Power Equipment warrants to the original purchaser that each portable generator sold, shall be free from defect in material and workmanship for the items and time period set forth below. Ford Power Equipment, at its discretion, agrees to repair or replace any defective part that upon examination, inspection, and testing by a Ford Power Equipment authorized service dealer, is found to be defective within the original warranty period. - Page 26 Take the original receipt and product to the place of purchase or mail the original receipt and product to the address found on the web site if purchased on-line. You can also locate your nearest Ford Power Equipment dealer for service or warranty questions by calling toll free at 1-888-863-7589.