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OWNER'S MANUAL
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.
PORTABLE
GENERATOR
MODEL NUMBER
NG2500
NG3500
N
G3500E2
N
G8500E2
NG9500E2
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
P/N:323745451 Rev:01
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Summary of Contents for Navigator NG2500
- Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL PORTABLE GENERATOR MODEL NUMBER NG2500 NG3500 G3500E2 G8500E2 NG9500E2 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ......1 Maintenance And Storage....21 Safety Precautions . -
Page 4: Introduction
Save these original instructions for future reference. This manual covers operation and maintenance of the Navigator generators. All information in this publication is based on the latest production information available at the time of approval for printing. -
Page 5: Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. WARNING • WARNING POISONOUS GAS HAZARD. • • • • English Page 02... - Page 6 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 7 WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT WARNING • • DO NOT tip engine or equipment at angle which causes fuel to spill. • DO NOT stop engine by moving choke • control to “Start” position. WHEN TRANSPORTING, MOVING • OR REPAIRING EQUIPMENT • NEVER start or stop engine with electrical Transport/move/repair with fuel tank devices plugged in and turned on.
- Page 8 • DO NOT allow unqualified persons or WARNING children to operate or service generator. WARNING • NEVER operate generator without protective housing or covers. • DO NOT wear loose clothing, jewelry or anything that could be caught in the starter Exhaust heat/gases could ignite combustibles, or other rotating parts.
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Page 9: Unpacking The Generator
• Shut off generator if: 1. Axle pin ....... . .2 -Electrical output is lost. -
Page 10: Removal Of Shipping Supports
REMOVAL OF SHIPPING SUPPORTS Before you can run your new 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 11: Assembly
ASSEMBLY Install the Handle The generator requires some assembly prior to 1. Place the handle K over the mounting channel usage. If problems arise when assembling the on the frame. generator, call 2. Slide the handle pin F through the mount Install the Wheel Kit point on the frame. -
Page 12: 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 13: Controls And Features
4- Choke Lever(behind air filter box) Battery 5- Fuel Valve Handle 6- Air Filter 7- NAVIGATOR OHV Engine 8- Recoil Starter *We are always working to improve our products. Therefore, the enclosed product may differ slightly from the image on this page. Page 10... -
Page 14: Control Panel
Control Panel NOTE: Total power drawn from all receptacles must not exceed the name plate rating. Engine Switch – Used to start engine from the starter motor(Electric start model only). To start engine, press and hold the switch in the “START”(ll) position, the engine will crank and attempt to start. -
Page 15: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Mode l NG2500 NG3500 NG3500E2 NG8500E2 NG9500E2 Starting Watts 3200 5500 6500 2600 2300 2900 5000 6000 Running Watts Rated AC Voltage 230V Rated Fequency 50Hz Phase Single Voltage Regulator Power Factor Alternator Type Brushed Engine NAVIGATOR Engine Type... -
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 "H" mark on dipstick. Be careful do not CAUTION overfill. Overfilling with oil could cause the engine to not start or hard starting. NOTE: The recommended oil type is 20W-50 automotive oil. -
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". •... -
Page 18: System
THERE IS A PERMANENT CONDUCTOR BETWEEN THE GENERATOR (STATOR WINDING) AND THE FRAME. Connecting to a Building's Electrical System WARNING Generator voltage could cause electrical shock or burn resulting in death or serious injury. • Use approved transfer equipment to prevent backfeed by isolating generator from electric utility workers. -
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. •... -
Page 20: Starting The Generator (Recoil Start)
WARNING 5. Flip the engine switch to the “ON (l)” position. When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback. NG2500 NG3500E2 NG8500E2 NG3500 NG9500E2 Keep choke lever in “ST AR T ” position for only 1 pull of the recoil starter. -
Page 21: Starting The Generator (Electric Start)
4. Turn the fuel valve to the “ON ” (l)position. Starting the Generator (Electric Start) 5. Flip the engine switch to the "RUN "(l) position. WARNING WARNING 7. Move the choke lever to the “START” position. 1. Before starting the generator, check for loose or missing parts and for any damage which may have occurred during shipment. -
Page 22: Connecting Electrical Loads
DO NOT stop engine by moving choke control Connecting Electrical Loads to “START” position. This unit has been pretested and adjusted to Important: Always ensure that the Fuel Valve handle its full capacity. Before starting the and the Engine Switch are in the “OFF” position generator, disconnect all load. -
Page 23: Stopping The Engine
Low Oil Shutdown If the engine oil drops below a preset level, an oil switch will stop the engine. Check oil level with dipstick. If oil level is between LOW and HIGH mark on dipstick: Stopping the Engine 1.DO NOT try to restart the engine. 1. -
Page 24: 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. -
Page 25: 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 26: 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 27: Generator Maintenance
• DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust 6. Connect the red positive(+) battery cable to gases. the battery first. • 7. Connect the black positive(-) battery cable Allow equipment to cool before touching. • to the battery second. Keep at least 5 feet (1.5 m) of clearance on all 8. -
Page 28: Service And Storage
4-FUEL STARVATION: Turn fuel selector switch SERVICE AND STORAGE to “GAS” position. Start and run the generator until it Infrequent Service stops from lack of gasoline. This will dry out all If the unit is used infrequently, difficult starting remaining gasoline in tank, fuel lines and carburetor. may result. -
Page 29: Trouble Shooting
TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem Cause Correction 1. Circuit breaker is open. 1. Reset circuit breaker. 2. Fault in generator. 2. Contact authorized service facility. Engine is running, but no 3. Poor connection or defective cord 3. Check and repair. AC output is available. set. - Page 30 P/N:323745451 Rev 0 1...