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Model: PG4500BiSRCO Inverter Generator - Gasoline 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. support@pulsar-products.com...
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this superior quality portable generator from Pulsar P roducts , I nc. 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.
SAFETY RULES Safety Symbols Indicates potentially hazardous WARNING! situation, which will result in serious injury or death if not avoided. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which could result in damage to equipment CAUTION! or property. Toxic Fumes Risk of fire Risk of explosion Risk of electric shock Hot surface...
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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 in to • generator. Never start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged in to the receptacles. Failure to WARNING! comply could damage the generator and/or connected electrical devices.
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Never transport or make adjustments to this unit 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! replacement parts specifically designed for this unit.
CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONS Fuel Selector Switch When the Switch is in the Gas position, the generator is ready to start with Gasoline. When the Switch is in the LPG position, the generator is ready to start with LPG. USB Power Outlet USB Power Outlet The Generator offers a convenient (5V DC 2.1A) USB Power Outlet to allow charging of USB chargeable devices like Tablets, MP3 players, GPS, Digital...
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.
This feature requires special cables and a parallel kit. When operating generators in parallel, the rated output is 7.4kVA and the rated output is 61.6A/120VAC. To operate generators in parallel consult a PULSAR dealer for a PARALLEL OPERATION CABLE KIT WARNING! Never connect generators that are different models.
ASSEMBLY WARNING! Generator must be properly grounded to prevent electrocution. • Only operate generator on a level surface. • The ground terminal MUST be connected to an earthen ground if the generator is connected to a structure. Connecting Generator to an Electrical System •...
ASSEMBLY Battery Installation 1. Loosen four Phillips screws, but do not remove them Battery from the side panel. 2. . Carefully lift all four edges of the side panel, releas the clip; then lift it away. 3. . Insert battery into the holder until it clicks firmly in pla 4.
OPERATION Standard Atmospheric Conditions Ambient Temperature: 77ºF (25ºC) Barometric Pressure: 100kPa Relative Humidity: 30% Generator output will vary due to changes in temperature, altitude, and humidity. If the temperature, altitude, and humidity are higher than standard atmospheric conditions, the generator’s output will be reduced. How to Start Engine Make sure there is gas in the tank, thenTurn fuel selector knob FOR GASOLINE:...
OPERATION Pull cord recoils rapidly and can pull arm towards engine faster than you can let go could result in injury. • Pull starter cord slowly until resistance is felt; retract, then pull rapidly. Note: To start the generator with the Economy switch in the “ON” position •...
OPERATION How to Attach Electrical Devices • Before starting generator, make sure the generator is adequately grounded, per application (see page 10 for instructions). • Make sure the attached load is within the generator rated output and the receptacle’s rated current. •...
OPERATION AC Parallel Operation It is possible to connect two PG4500BiSRCO generators to each other, using a parallel cable kit, to increase available power output You may connect PARALLEL OPERATION CABLES to two PG4500BiSRCO generators according to the • instructions provided with parallel cable kit.
OPERATION Don’t Overload Generator Make sure that your generator can supply enough rated watts and surge watts for all electrical loads connected to the generator. Surge watts refer to the power a generator must supply to start an electrical device. This power surge for starting a device usually lasts between 2-3 seconds but this additional output must be considered when selecting the electrical devices you plan to attach to the generator.
If you are unsure of how to perform a maintenance task, have the unit serviced by an CAUTION! authorized PULSAR dealer. CAUTION! Only use specified PULSAR replacement parts. Pre-Operation Steps Before starting the engine, perform the following pre-operation steps: •...
Spark Plug Torque: 20.0Nm (15 ft-lb) Carburetor Adjustment The carburetor is low emission and is equipped with a non-adjustable idle mixture valve. If adjustment is needed contact an authorized PULSAR Products dealer. Oil Recommendations • Do not use special additives.
MAINTENANCE Changing Oil • Run the generator until the engine is warm, then shut OFF. • Place generator on a firm and level surface, raised on blocks for easier access. • Remove the crankcase dipstick. • Place an oil pan underneath the oil drain hole to collect used oil. •...
Check the muffler screen and spark arrester for carbon deposits. • Remove carbon deposits with a wire brush. Check the muffler screen and spark arrester for damage. If damaged • replace with PULSAR replacement parts specifically designed for this unit. Install the spark arrester. • Order of removal Align the spark arrester insert with the hole in the muffler pipe.
MAINTENANCE Fuel Tank Filter To clean, remove fuel cap and filter. • Clean filter in a bucket of hot water with dish detergent. • Dry the filter the filter with a clean rag. • Install filter. • Install fuel cap. •...
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MAINTENANCE Contact with a hot engine or exhaust system can cause serious burns or fires. Let the engine cool WARNING! before transporting or storing the generator. Take care not to drop or strike the generator when transporting. Do not place heavy objects on the CAUTION! generator.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Engine is running, but AC output is 1. Open circuit breaker 1. Reset circuit breaker not available 2. Poor connection 2. Check and repair 3. Defective cord set 3. Check and repair 4. Connected device is faulty 4.
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