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PORTABLE GENERATOR Owner’s Manual GXS5001 DO NOT RETURN TO STORE! CALL US FIRST 855-888-3598 FOR SUPPORT Model# 2231004 REV00 Model: Serial: Date Purchased: SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE P/N: 32082-06777-00...
Table of Contents Introduction..........1 Stopping the Engine......20 Safety............1 Low Oil Shutdown........20 General Safety Precautions....2 Do Not Overload Generator....20 Maintenance And Storage....21 Safety and Dataplate Labels....7 Maintenance Schedule......21 Unpacking the Generator.......8 Engine Maintenance......21 Parts Included........8 Engine Oil Level Check......21 Assembly..........8 Change Engine Oil.......22 Install the Wheel Kit........8 Spark Plug Maintenance......22 Install the Support Leg......9...
INTRODUCTION Read This Manual Thoroughly The information in this manual is accurate based on products produced at the time of publication. The WARNING manufacturer reserves the right to make technical updates, corrections and product revisions at any Read and understand manual completely time without notice.
Asphyxiation Electric Shock Fire Hazard Hazard Hazard Hot Surface. Explosion Moving Parts Do Not Touch the Surface. Hazard Hazard Burn Hazard Operator’s Manual Kickback GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Operate this product ONLY outside and at least 20 feet away from windows, doors and vents to Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
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CORRECT USAGE Example location to reduce risk of carbon monoxide poisoning • Operate generators outside and at least 20 feet away from any structure with exhaust pointed away from doors and windows. at least 20 feet away from windows, doors and vents INCORRECT USAGE Do not operate in any of the following locations: •...
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WHEN STARTING EQUIPMENT WARNING • Ensure spark plug, muffler, fuel cap, and air Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) cleaner are in place. will pull hand and arm toward engine • DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed. faster than you can let go which could WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT cause broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains resulting in serious injury.
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• It is a violation of California Public Resource Code, DANGER Section 4442, to use or operate the engine on any Contact with terminals, bare wires and forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered electrical connections when generator land unless the exhaust system is equipped with a is running will result in death or serious spark arrester, as defined in Section 4442, injury.
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• DO NOT tamper with governor spring, links or other WARNING parts to increase engine speed. Generator supplies Medical and Life Support Uses. correct rated frequency and voltage when running • In case of emergency, call 911 immediately. at governed speed. •...
UNPACKING THE GENERATOR • Open carton completly. Remove and verify carton content prior to assembly. Your generator ships with following items. • Call our customer service at 855-888-3598 with the unit model and serial number for any missing item. • Record model, serial number, and date of purchase on front cover of this munual for your own record.
4 - Secure everything with cotter pin (F), then assemble Cap(A) to Wheel(C). Repeat on opposite side. Install the Support Leg 5 - Insert bolts (G) through the support leg (H) to the 3-4mm holes on the generator frame as shown. 6 - Tighten bolts (G).
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Refer to the following instructions and pictures to Removal of Shipping Support Brackets remove the attached engine support brackets Before you can run your new generator, follow (red)(D) under the engine. these simple instructions: 1. Before filling the engine oil, tip the generator back The following items must be removed before running onto its recoil frame end as indicated in this your new generator.
CONTROL PANEL FEATURES 1. Data Center: Push the SELECT button to 6. Grounding Terminal: To ground the generator. display the voltage (V), frequency (Hz) and total 7. Low Oil Indicator: The Light will be illuminated run time(Hour). when the engine oil level is low. Add oil. 2.
SPECIFICATIONS Generator Specifications Model GXS5001 Starting current 41.7A Year of manufacture 2024 Reference number of the standards applied ISO/8528 Standards Rotation speed 3600rpm Maximum ambient temperature 40°C/104°F Minimum ambient temperature (-5)°C/23°F Thermal rating or heating 45°C/113°F (Maximum normal outside temperature)
CO WATCH-GUARD Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection and Auto Shutoff System Your Generator is equipped with Carbon Monoxide (CO) WATCH-GUARD detect system for your protection and safety. This detecting and shutoff system monitors for the accumulation of poisonous CO gas around the generator produced by engine exhaust when the generator is running.
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The generator is shutoff automatically and the yellow light will blink for at least five minutes after shutoff. Call A-iPower Customer Service 855-888-3598 for repair. Do not use the generator until the sensor is working properly. The CO WATCH-GUARD must only be serviced by qualified technician to restore it to original settings.
Add Engine Oil NOTICE We recommend using SAE 10W-30 APISJ oil for We consider the first 5 hours of run time to be the best performance. Other high-quality detergent oils break-in period for the unit. During the break in (APISJ or higher) are acceptable. Do not use special period stay at or below 50% of the running watt additives.
To operate at high altitudes A-iPower • If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting can provide a high altitude carburetor main jet. The engine.
OPERATION Generator Location For Cold Weather Starting • While you must run your generator outside, you WARNING may keep the generator in a covered area to Make sure you review each warning in order to protect the generator and its battery from cold prevent fire hazard.
4. Add gasoline to the fuel tank. lever to the “RUN” position for up to the next 3 pulls of the recoil starter. Too much choke leads to sparkplug fouling/engine flooding due to the lack of incoming air. This will cause the engine not to start. If engine starts after 3 pulls but fails to run.
Do Not Overload Generator Overloading a generator in excess of its rated wattage capacity can result in damage to the generator and to connected electrical devices. To prolong the life of your generator and attached devices, follow these steps to add electrical load: 1.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE NOTE: Maintenance should be performed more frequently Regular Maintenance will improve the performance when generator is used in dusty areas. and extend the life of your generator. Follow When generator has exceeded the maximum figures maintenance schedule intervals whichever occurs specified in the table, maintenance should still be first according to use.
Recommended Engine Oil Type CAUTION 10W-30 Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact with used motor oil. 5W-30 10W-40 1. Remove the oil cap (A) and wipe dipstick clean. 5W-30 Full Synthetic 2. Place a container underneath the oil drain plug to °F collect used lubricant as it drains.
7. Tighten with wrench to compress washer. If spark Cleaning the Spark Arrestor plug is new, use 1/2 turn to compress washer 1. Allow the engine to cool completely before appropriate amount. If reusing old spark plug, use servicing the spark arrestor. 1/8 to 1/4 turn for proper washer compression.
GENERATOR MAINTENANCE 6 - Pull starter recoil several times to distribute oil in cylinder. Make certain that the generator is kept clean and 7 - Install spark plug. stored properly. Only operate the unit on a flat, level 8 - Pull recoil slowly until resistance is felt. This surface in a clean, dry operating environment.
TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM Engine is running, 1. AC Circuit breaker is open. 1. Check AC load and reset circuit breaker. but no AC output is 2. Fault in generator. 2. Contact customer service or authorized service center. available. 3. Poor connection or defective cord set. 3.
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Parts List Part Number Description Qty. Part Number Description Qty. 30101-00070-00 Screw(M6*12) 30101-00487-00 Screw(M10*15) 20021-00009-00 Valve cover 30136-00078-00 Flat washer 34023-00016-00 Breather hose 34011-00105-00 Crankcase 34024-00003-00 Clamp(B12) 34007-00003-00 Oil seal(Φ25*Φ41.25*6) 33048-00024-00 Valve cover gasket 33015-00037-00 Fuel hose sleeve 34021-00012-00 Blower housing(Valve cover) 30101-00461-00 Screw(M8*32) 34019-00077-00...
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Parts List Part Number Description Qty. 30101-00410-00 Screw(M6*28) 30101-00041-00 Screw(M6*10) 70010-03760-00 Air cleaner base 70010-03761-00 Air cleaner supporting bracket 70002-06763-00 Air filter 70010-03759-00 Air cleaner cover 70010-03763-00 Air cleaner knob 30101-00577-00 Screw(M6*8) 20034-00172-00 Recoil assembly Page 31...
Warranty Term ups resulting from improper maintenance. A-iPower will provide warranty for any of its products Additional exclusions - this warranty does not cover purchased through any authorized AiPower dealer in wearable parts such as filers, spark plugs, o-rings, North America to the original purchaser and will be batteries etc.
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Warranty limits and Implications and Consequential Damages A-iPower is not obligated to cover any loss of time, use of product, freight cost, or any other incidental or consequential claim from the use of this product. This warranty is in Lieu of all other warranties, express or implied.
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Fontana, CA 92337 USA Phone: 855-888-3598 support@a-ipower.com www.a-ipower.com...
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Features Product Appearance Warranty Ease of Maintenance Noise Level 5 . HOW LIKELY ARE YOU TO RECOMMEND A-iPOWER TO FAMILY OR FRIENDS? Extremely Not Likely Likely at all Privacy Statement: A-ipower is committed to respecting your privacy and to complying with the regulations regarding the protection of personal data.
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Fontana, CA 92337 USA Phone: 855-888-3598 support@a-ipower.com www.a-ipower.com...
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