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- Page 1 Model: PG6580BCO Generator OPERATOR’S MANUAL support@pulsar-products.com...
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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 ....................................8 Unpacking ..................................8 Packing List ................................8 Attaching Wheels ............................... 9 Installing support leg .............................. -
Page 3: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this superior quality portable generator from Pulsar P roducts Inc . 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 Pulsar WARNING! Products replacement parts specifically designed for this unit.
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Page 7: Features
FEATURES A - ON/OFF Start Switch B - 3 in 1 Hour Meter C -120 Volt 30 Amp RV Receptacle（TT-30R) D - Main Breaker E - 120V / 240V 30 Amp Twist Lock (L14-30R) F - Grounding Connection G - Two 120 GFCI Outlets (NEMA5-20) H - Fuel selector switch I - CO Senser Light J - Fuel Tank... -
Page 8: 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 box being careful to avoid hitting the generator. 4. -
Page 9: Attaching Wheels
ASSEMBLY Attaching Wheels (See fig 1) • Parts needed - 2 wheels, 2 axles, 2 hair pins, and 2 washers. • Raise or tilt generator so you can slide the wheel axle pin into the wheel, the washer, the wheel mounting hole located on the side of the frame. -
Page 10: Installing The Handles
ASSEMBLY Installing The Handles (See fig 4) • Place 2 bushings on handle and slide handle in place with the pre-drilled hole on the generator frame. • Insert bolt through the handle and frame and tighten with nut. • Repeat on opposite side. Fig 4 Adding / Checking Engine Oil (See fig 5) •... -
Page 11: Adding Fuel
ASSEMBLY Adding Fuel (See fig 6) • Set generator outdoors that is well ventilated. • Remove fuel cap. • Insert a funnel into the fuel tank and carefully pour gasoline into the tank until fuel level reaches 1 ½ inches below the top of the neck. -
Page 12: Operation
OPERATION Grounding the Generator (See fig 7) Fig 7 The ground terminal located on the front panel of the generator may be used for additional grounding, or when connected to a structure. Connect the ground terminal to an earthen ground rod, driven six feet into the ground. -
Page 13: 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 14: Don't Overload Generator
OPERATION 120 / 240 Volt AC, 30 Amp locking receptacle • This receptacle has a 30 Amp push-to reset 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. -
Page 15: Wattage Reference Guide
OPERATION Operating voltage and frequency requirement of all electronic equipment should be checked prior to plugging them into this generator. Damage may result if the equipment is not designed to operate within a +/- 10% voltage variation, and +/- 3 Hz frequency variation from the generator name plate ratings. -
Page 16: Cold Weather Operation
OPERATION Hour Meter (See Fig 17) Use this meter along with the manual to determine when and what type of service on the unit is needed. The display will show the word “P25” at the first 25 hours of operation and again at every 100 hours of operation after. Power Management Start engine without anything connected to generator. -
Page 17: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Regular maintenance will extend the life of this generator and improve its performance. The warranty does not cover items that result from operator negligence, misuse, or abuse. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain the generator as instructed in this manual, including proper storage. Before inspecting or servicing this machine, make sure the engine is off and no parts are WARNING! moving. -
Page 18: Changing Oil
MAINTENANCE Changing Oil (See Fig 18) • 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 19: Check Spark Plug
MAINTENANCE Used oil should be disposed of at an approved disposal site. CAUTION! Air Filter (See Fig 19) 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. •... - Page 20 MAINTENANCE Hi High Altitude Operation At high altitude, the standard carburetor air/fuel mixture will be too rich. Performance will decrease, and fuel consumption will increase. A very rich mixture will also foul the spark plug and cause hard starting. Operation at an altitude that differs from that at which this engine was certified, for extended periods of time, may increase emissions.
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Page 21: How To Store
MAINTENANCE Consult your local hazardous waste management in your area for the proper way to dispose CAUTION! of used fuel. Storage and Transportation of the Generator: (See Fig 21) Remove any debris that has collected on the generator and around the muffler and control panel. Use a brush or vacuum •... -
Page 22: 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 23 The YELLOW light will flash for at least five minutes after a fault. The generator can be re-started, but may continue to shutoff. A CO sensor fault can only be diagnosed and repaired by an authorized Pulsar service center.
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Page 24: Diagrams
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