OWT Industries PSi2100 Series 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
applicable laws and electrical codes. and windows are open.

FIRST TIME ASSEMBLY

Remove side cover and add entire bottle of lubricant provided to the generator (see page 13).
1
1
Turn the On/Off switch to OFF before adding lubricant.
Set unit on flat surface so engine is level.
Remove dipstick, wipe clean, put back in hole (but don't screw in) and check lubricant level.

STARTING THE UNIT

1 Put the on/off switch in the ON ( I ) position, and then add fuel (see pages 13 and 14).
NOTICE:
Do not use E15 or E85 fuel (or fuel containing greater than
10% ethanol) in this product. It is a violation of federal
law and will damage the unit and void your warranty.
ON/OFF
SWITCH (ON)
PSi2100 SERIES QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
STARTING THE UNIT (CONTINUED)
Open the vent on the vented fuel cap (see page
2
13).
Only use OUTSIDE and
far away from windows,
doors, and vents.
3
Put auto idle in OFF position (see page 14).
AUTO IDLE
(OFF)
Pull the choke knob out to the start position. (see
4
page 14).
CHOKE KNOB
(START)

STOPPING THE UNIT

1
Put the on/off switch in the OFF ( O ) position (see page 14).
Pull the starter grip until the engine runs (a maximum Connect devices to be powered by generator by following the steps below (see pages 8-9).
5
1
of 6 times) (see page 14).
• Make sure the generator can supply enough continuous (running) and surge (starting) watts for the items you
will power at the same time. See page 9 for how to calculate total amount of power needed.
• 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.)
1 When preparing to store the generator, allow the unit to cool completely for 30 minutes, then follow the guidelines
listed on page 17.
Allow engine to run for 15-30 seconds, then push
6
choke in to RUN position (see page 14).
Engine will not start.
CHOKE KNOB
(RUN)
Engine hard to start
Engine lacks power.
15-30 S
15-30 S
AC receptacle does not work.
DC receptacle does not work.
Generator makes a "spark knock" or "ping-
ing" noise.
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.
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ON/OFF
SWITCH (OFF)

USING THE GENERATOR

STORING THE UNIT

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
On/Off switch is OFF ( O ). Turn On/Off switch to ON (I).
No fuel. Fill fuel tank.
Stale gasoline or water in gasoline. Drain entire system and refill with fresh fuel.
Lubricant level is low. Engine is equipped with Low Oil Shutoff.
If engine lubricant level is low, it must be
filled before unit will start. Check engine
lubricant level and fill, if necessary.
Spark plug faulty, fouled, or improperly Replace spark plug.
gapped.
Choke knob is in run position. Pull the choke knob out to the start position.
Engine stored without treating or draining Drain fuel and carburetor. Refuel with fresh
gasoline, or refueled with bad gasoline. gasoline.
Dirty fuel filter. Contact authorized service center.
Water in gasoline. Drain entire system and refill with fresh fuel.
Weak spark at spark plug.
Contact authorized service center.
Dirty air filter. Check air filter element. Clean or replace
as needed.
Engine stored without treating or draining Drain fuel and carburetor. Refuel with fresh
gasoline, or refueled with bad gasoline. gasoline.
Generator is overloaded. Remove loads and press the reset button.
Item plugged in is defective. Try a different item.
Circuit protector engaged Remove any load from the generator. Turn
the auto idle switch to off, then depress the
DC circuit breaker.
Item plugged in is defective. Try a different item.
An occasional light "knocking" or "pinging" Switch to a different brand of gasoline,
under heavy load is not a cause for concern. making sure that the octane rating is 86 or
However, if the knocking or pinging oc- higher. If problem continues, contact your
curs under normal load at a steady engine nearest authorized service center.
speed, the problem may be with the brand
of gasoline being used.
maintaining your product, please call, 1-877-617-3501.
SOLUTION
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