Firman R-P03609 Owner's Manual

Firman R-P03609 Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
PORTABLE GENERATOR
REMANUFACTURED
IMPORTANT:
Record product information to reference when ordering parts or
obtaining warranty coverage.
Read all safety precautions and instructions carefully
before operating equipment.
Ensure engine is stopped and level before performing
any maintenance or service.
R-P03609
ARC LP NO:
Purchase Date:
P/N:336745457 Rev:01
MODEL NUMBER

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL PORTABLE GENERATOR REMANUFACTURED MODEL NUMBER R-P03609 Read all safety precautions and instructions carefully IMPORTANT: 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.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ......1 Maintenance And Storage ....23 Safety Precautions .
  • Page 3: Introduction

    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.
  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. WARNING Certain components in this product and related accessories contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
  • Page 5 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...
  • Page 6 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.
  • Page 7 • 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 •...
  • Page 8: Unpacking The Generator

    NOTE: 1. Axle pin ......2 Improper treatment of generator could damage 2. 8.0" in. Wheel ..... . . 2 it and shorten its life.
  • Page 9: Removal Of Shipping Supports

    REMOVAL OF SHIPPING SUPPORTS Before you can run your generator, follow these simple instructions: CAUTION 3. You may discard these brackets, as it is no longer Failure to remove these items can result required for normal operation of your generator. in damage to your generator, possible Your generator is now ready for use.
  • Page 10: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY Install the Handle The generator requires some assembly prior to 1. Place the handle K over the mounting channel usage. If these items are included, follow directions on the frame. below. 2. Secure the handle to the frame using the two Install the Wheel Kit handle flange bolts H(M8x45).
  • Page 11: Battery Cable Connection

    Battery Cable Connection You will need to use 8mm box wrenches to connect the battery cables to battery. NOTE: The generator comes equiped with the positive red cable(red cable) already attached. 1. Verify the positive (+) battery cable (red boot) is securely tightened to the positive (+) battery post.
  • Page 12: Controls And Features

    12- Oil Filler Cap 5- Fuel Valve 13- Battery 6- A ir Filte r 14- Outlet Cover 7- 2 08cc FIRMAN OHV Engine 15- Control Panel 8- Recoil Starter 16- Handle 9- Bottle Opener *We are always working to improve our products. Therefore, the enclosed product may differ slightly from the image on this page.
  • Page 13: Control Panel

    Control Panel NOTE: Total power drawn from all receptacles must not exceed the name plate rating. Engine Start Switch – Used to start engine 120V, 30A RV (NEMA TT-30R) from the starter motor(Electric start model Maximum full load 30 Amp current may be only).
  • Page 14: Remote Start

    2. Flip the battery switch to the " ON"(l ) position. Remote Start This generator is equipped with a wireless remote start system for starting and stopping. The Remote Start functions are enabled when: 1.The Engine Switch is in the “ R UN”(l) position, AND 2.The Battery Switch is in the “...
  • Page 15: Specifications

    Running Watts Rated AC Voltage 120V Rated Fequency 60Hz Phase Single Voltage Regulator Alternator Type Brushed Engine FIRMAN Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke OHV Air Cooled Displacement 208cc Low Oil Shutdown Breakless Ignition Type, Flywheel Magneto Recoil/Electric Start/Remote Start Fuel Unleaded Gasoline Automotive 5.0 Gallon...
  • Page 16: Add Engine Oil

    4.Using oil funnel, slowly pour contents of ADD ENGINE OIL provided oil bottle into oil fill opening to the CAUTION "H" mark on dipstick. Be careful do not overfill. Overfilling with oil could cause the engine to not start or hard starting. NOTE: Degrees Celsiusº(Outside) 5.Replace oil fill cap/dipstick and fully tighten.
  • Page 17: Add Fuel

    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". Do not use gasoline with more than 10% alcohol such as E85 or ethanol.
  • Page 18: Grounding

    FIRMAN can provide a high...
  • Page 19: Operation

    5. OPERATION Generator Location WARNING Make sure you review each warning in order to prevent fire hazard. Keep area clear of inflammables or other hazardous materials. Select a site that is dry, well ventilated and protected from the weather. Keep exhaust pipe clear of foreign objects. Keep generator away from open flame.
  • Page 20: Starting The Generator (Recoil Start)

    Starting the Generator (Recoil Start) 7. Move the choke lever to the “CHOKE” 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. 8.
  • Page 21: Starting The Generator (Electric Start)

    4. Turn the fuel valve to the “ON ” (l )position. Starting the Generator (Electric Start) Electric Start and Remote Start Operations 5. Flip the engine switch to the "RUN"(l) position. WARNING 6. Flip the battery switch to the " ON"(l) position. WARNING 7.
  • Page 22: Starting The Generator (Remote Start)

    9. Do not over-choke. As soon as engine starts and warms up, move the choke lever to the “RUN” position. 4. Turn the fuel valve to the “ON ” (l )position. 10. Allow generator to run at no load for few minutes upon each initial start-up to permit engine and generator to stablize.
  • Page 23: Connecting Electrical Loads

    If the engine fails to start within 3 to 5 seconds, the engine will attempt to start five additional times. If the generator failed to start, the remote start indicator light will flash. If the generator fails to start after a total of six attempts, the start button on the remote control must be pushed again to begin another cycle of six start attempts.
  • Page 24: Low Oil Shutdown

    1.DO NOT try to restart the engine. 4. Flip the battery switch on "OFF"(O) position. 2.Contact an Authorized FIRMAN Service Dealer. 3.DO NOT operate engine until oil level is corrected. If oil level is below LOW mark on dipstick: 1.Add oil to bring level to HIGH mark.
  • Page 25: Maintenance And Storage

    MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Every Daily(Before Initial Every 100 hours ITEM NOTES operation) 25 hours 50 hours (or annual) Check condition. Adjust gap Spark Plug and clean. Replace if necessary. Check oil level. Engine Oil Replace. Clean, replace if necessary. Air Filter Clean fuel filter and fuel tank Fuel Filter...
  • Page 26: Engine Maintenance

    • Use fresh and high quality lubricating oil to the ENGINE MAINTENANCE specified quantity. If contaminated or deteriorated oil is used or To prevent accidental starting, remove and the quantity of the engine oil is not sufficient, ground spark plug wire before performing any the engine damage will result and its life will be service.
  • Page 27: Spark Plug Maintenance

    Spark Plug Maintenance Cleaning Fuel Strainer Changing the spark plug will help your engine Dirt and water in the fuel are removed by the fuel to start easier and run better. strainer. (a) Remove the spark plug cap. (b) Remove spark plug using provided wrench. (a) Remove the strainer cup and throw away water and dirt.
  • Page 28: Generator Maintenance

    • CAUTION DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases . • Failure to clean the spark arrester will result in Allow equipment to cool before touching. degraded engine performance. • GENERATOR MAINTENANCE Keep at least 5 feet (1.5 m) of clearance on all sides of generator including overhead.
  • Page 29: Service And Storage

    WARNING Long Term Storage It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel hoses or tank during storage. Also, experience indicates that alcohol-blended fuels (called gasohol, ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture, which leads To avoid electric shock: to separation and formation of acids during storage.
  • Page 30 8-Keep the engine switch and fuel valve on “OFF” position. 9-Cover the unit and store in a clean, dry place out of direct sunlight. NEVER USE WATER TO CLEAN GENERATOR. NOTE: • We recommend always using a fuel stabilizer. A FUEL STABLIZER will minimize the formula- tion of fuel gum deposits during storage, the fuel stabilizer can be added to the gasoline in the fuel tank, or into the gasoline in a storage...
  • Page 31: Trouble Shooting

    TROUBLE SHOOTING 1. Circuit breaker is open. 1. Reset circuit breaker. 2. Fault in generator. 2. Contact authorized service facility. 3. Poor connection or defective cord 3. Check and repair. set. 4. Connected device is bad. 4. Connect another device that is in good condition .
  • Page 34: Parts List

    PARTS LIST Qty. NO. Part Number Description Qty. NO. Part Number Description Flange Bolt M6×25 336713561 336713603 FIRMAN 208cc Engine Isolator 1 336713562 Rubber Cap 2 336713501 Isolator 2 336713563 336713502 Rubber Cap1 336713608 Battery Holder 336713604 Rotor Assy Battery Pressing Plate...
  • Page 35 FIRMAN 208cc Engine Parts List Qty. NO. Part Number Description Qty. NO. Part Number Description 336723500 Crankcase Subassembly. 336723559 Mounting Bolt, Air Cleaner Locating Pins 336723501 336723560 Element, Air Cleaner 336723502 Sensor, Engine Oil 336723561 Cover, Air Cleaner 336723503 Flg. Bolt M6×12...
  • Page 36: Service Information

    AMERICA’S REMANUFACTURING COMPANY 90-DAY LIMITED WARRANTY Return the product to the retail location where it was purchased. A replacement unit will be provided, if available. The exchange unit is warranted for the remainder of your product's original warranty period. If you have problems returning the product to the store from which it was purchased, contact ARC Customer Service via email at warranty@arcaugusta.com.
  • Page 37 Support: support@arcaugusta.com...
  • Page 38 FIRMAN EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY FOR EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY INFORMATION...

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