Black Max BM903000A Quick Reference Manual

WARNING:
This Quick Reference Guide is not a substitute for reading the operator's manual. To reduce the risk of injury or death, user must read and understand operator's manual before using this product. All page references refer to
the operator's manual.
ImPoRtANt!
WARNING:
Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
Do not connect to a building's electrical
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is a
system unless the generator and transfer
poison you cannot see or smell.
switch have been properly installed and
the electrical output has been verified by
a qualified electrician. The connection
must isolate the generator power from
NEVER use inside a home
utility power and must comply with all
or garage, EVEN IF doors
and windows are open.
applicable laws and electrical codes.
fIRst tIme Assembly
Add entire bottle of lubricant provided to the gen-
1
Install the handle (see page 11). 2
erator (see page 12).
stARtING the uNIt
1
Add fuel (see page 13).
NOTICE:
do not use e15 or e85 fuel (or fuel con-
taining greater than 10% ethanol) in this
product. It is a violation of federal law
and will damage the unit and void your
warranty.
This is a 4-cycle engine. Do not mix fuel and
lubricant together.
Mix fuel stabilizer with gasoline according to
manufacturer's directions prior to filling the
tank.
bm903000A QuIck RefeReNce GuIde
2
Turn the fuel valve to ON (see page 13).
Only use OUTSIDE and
far away from windows,
doors, and vents.
3
Pull choke out to START position (see page 13).
Turn the fuel valve to OFF before adding lubri-
cant.
Set unit on flat surface so engine is level.
Remove dipstick, wipe clean, put back in hole
(but don't screw in) and check oil level.
1 Put the engine switch in the OFF position (see page 13.)
ENgINE
SWITCh OFF
stARtING the uNIt
(coNtINued)
Place the engine switch in the ON position
4
(see page 13).
ON
OFF
Pull the recoil starter to start
5
(see page 13).
ChOkE IN
START POSITION
Allow engine to run for 15-30 seconds, then push
6
choke in to RUN position (see page 13).
15-30 S
ChOkE
IN RUN
POSITION
stoPPING the uNIt
usING the GeNeRAtoR
1
Connect devices to be powered by generator by following the steps below (see pages 8-9).
• Make sure the generator can supply enough continuous (running) and surge (starting) watts for the items you
ENgINE
will power at the same time. See page 9 for how to calculate total amount of power needed.
SWITCh ON
• Start the generator with nothing connected.
• Plug in and turn on the first load, preferably the largest load you have.
• Permit the generator output to stabilize (engine runs smoothly and attached device operates properly).
• Plug in and turn on the next load.
• Again, permit the generator to stabilize.
• Repeat previous two steps for each additional load.
IMPORTANT: Never add more loads than the generator capacity. Take special care to consider surge loads in
generator capacity. (See pages 8-9.)
stoRING the uNIt
When preparing to store the generator, allow the unit to cool completely, then follow the guidelines listed on
1
page 16.
tRoubleshootING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
Engine will not start. Engine switch is off.
No fuel.
Stale gasoline or water in gasoline.
Lubricant level is low.
fuel valve is off.
Spark plug faulty, fouled, or improperly
gapped.
Choke is in RUN position.
Engine stored without treating or draining
gasoline, or refueled with bad gasoline.
Dirty fuel filter.
Engine lacks power. Air filter element clogged.
Engine stored without treating or draining
gasoline, or refueled with bad gasoline.
AC receptacle does not work. Circuit breaker is off.
Item plugged in is defective.
Generator makes a "spark An occasional light "knocking" or "pinging"
knock" or "pinging" noise. under heavy load is not a cause for concern.
However, if the knocking or pinging occurs
under normal load at a steady engine speed,
the problem may be with the brand of gasoline
being used.
If problem persists after trying the above solutions, contact your nearest authorized service center for assistance.
The following symptoms may indicate problems that will affect the emissions level of the unit:
 Hard starting or stalling after starting
 Rough idle
 Misfiring or backfiring under load
 Afterburning (backfiring)
 Black exhaust smoke or high fuel consumption
If you encounter any of these symptoms, have the unit inspected and repaired by the nearest authorized service center.
If you need more assistance, visit our website at
www.blackmaxtools.com or call us at 1-800-726-5760.
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SOLUTION
Turn engine switch to oN.
fill fuel tank.
Drain entire system and refill with fresh fuel.
Check engine lubrincant level and fill, if
necessary.
Turn fuel valve oN.
Replace spark plug.
Move choke to START position.
Drain fuel and carburetor. Refuel with fresh
gasoline.
Replace fuel filter or contact authorized service
center
Check air filter element. Clean or replace as
needed.
Drain fuel and carburetor. Refuel with fresh
gasoline. If problem continues, contact your
nearest authorized service center.
Turn oN the AC circuit breaker.
Try a different item.
Switch to a different brand of gasoline, making
sure that the octane rating is 86 or higher.
If problem continues, contact your nearest
authorized service center.
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