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OWNER'S MANUAL & OPERATION INSTRUCTION MX13000iS PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR SAVE THIS MANUAL: This manual contains important information regarding safety, operation, maintenance, and storage of this product. Before use, read carefully and understand all cautions, warnings, instructions, and product labels. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury and/or property damage.
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Your servicing dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer your questions and concerns. Model: MX13000iS Starting Watts: 13000 W Running Watts:...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DANGER: WARNING: National Electric Code requires Carbon Monoxide. Using a generator generator to be grounded to an indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. approved earth ground. Before using Generator exhaust contains high levels the ground terminal, consult a qualified of carbon monoxide (CO), a poisonous electrician, electrical inspector, or local gas you cannot see or smell.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Wear sturdy and dry shoes or boots. Loosen fuel cap slowly to release Do not operate while barefoot. pressure and to keep fuel from escaping around the cap. Do not operate generator when you are tired or under the influence of Tighten the fuel cap securely after drugs, alcohol, or medication.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is a poison you cannot see or smell. NEVER use inside a home Only use OUTSIDE and or garage, EVEN IF doors far away from windows, and windows are open.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This generator should not be used on marine applications. Failure to use the appropriate approved genera- tor could result in death or serious injury and/or property damage.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not use or operate the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester, and is, maintained in effective working order. Contact the original equipment manufacturer, retailer, or dealer to obtain a spark arrester designed for the exhaust system installed on this engine.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS l 000 i WARNING! HAZARDOUS KEEP NEW AND USED BATTERIES OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Never allow children to replace button batteries on any device. Swallowing or placing inside any part of the body may lead to severe or fatal injuries in as little as 2 hours or less due to chemical burns and potential perforation of the oesophagus.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Place the generator on a flat, stable surface with a slope of no more than WARNING: 4°. When this generator is used to Operate outdoors in a well-ventilated, supply a building wiring system: well-lit area isolated from working generator must be installed by a areas to avoid noise interference.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not smoke when filling the Operating voltage and frequency generator with fuel. requirement of all electronic equipment should be checked prior Shut down the engine and allow to to plugging them into this generator. cool completely before adding Damage may result if the equipment petrol or lubricant to the generator.
SYMBOLS SAFETY LABELS The information below can be found on the generator. For your safety, please study and understand all of the labels before starting the generator. LEFT MAINTENANCE COVER Spark plug inspection/replacement. Air filter inspection/cleaning. (need to remove the covers on both sides) Spark Plug: NGK BPR6ES TO OPEN: 1.
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ELECTRICAL GENERATOR CAPACITY To prolong the life of the generator and attached devices, it is important to take care when adding electrical loads to the generator. There should be nothing connected to the generator outlets before starting its engine. The correct and safe way to manage generator power is to sequentially add loads as follows: With nothing connected to the generator, start the engine as described later in this manual.
FEATURES FUEL GAUGE FUEL TANK CAP HANDLE FUEL TANK PANEL LEFT MAINTENANCE COVER WHEEL WHEEL LOCK MUFFLER RIGHT MAINTENANCE COVER WHEEL LOCK...
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FEATURES CONTROL PANEL MAIN SWITCH ENGINE START V. Hz. H. A. P. DC 12V CIRCUIT BREAKER DAIMAO TWO WIRE CONTROL SEITCH TWO WIRE BUDAI CONTROL CONNECTOR BATTERY CHARGING AC 240V / 32A AC 240V / 15A AC 240V / 15A FUEL-SWITCH Main Switch Circuit Breaker...
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FEATURES KNOW YOUR GENERATOR FUEL TANK The safe use of this product requires an To provide increased operating time, understanding of the information on the start with a full tank before operation. product and in this operator’s manual as Always refuel with the engine OFF and well as a knowledge of the project you cool.
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FEATURES DC RECEPTACLE (Optional) Your generator has a 12 volt DC receptacle for charging lead acid batteries. MULTI-SWITCH The multi-switch is used to control the fuel and choke. MAINTENANCE COVER Open and close the maintenance cover for maintenance of the generator. Open the right maintenance cover for: - Air filter inspection/cleaning - Spark plug inspection/replacement...
ASSEMBLY UNPACKING WARNING: This product has been shipped completely assembled. If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this product until the parts Carefully remove the product and are replaced. Use of this product with any accessories from the box. Make damaged or missing parts could result sure that all items listed in the in serious personal injury.
OPERATION DANGER: DANGER: Failure to properly ground generator Carbon Monoxide. Using a generator can result in electrocution, especially if indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. the generator is equipped with a wheel Generator exhaust contains high levels kit. Call an electrician for local of carbon monoxide (CO), a poisonous grounding requirements.
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OPERATION CONNECTING BATTERY NOTE: Be careful not to short across the terminals when installing. Shorting the terminals together can WARNING: cause sparks, damage to the battery To reduce the risk of electrocution or or generator, or even burns or explosion, do not short circuit the explosions.
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OPERATION CHECKING/ADDING ENGINE OIL The generator is equipped with two handles for easy transport. Both handles should be used to move the generator. NOTICE: Attempting to start the engine before it has been properly filled with engine oil will result in equipment failure. Engine oil has a major influence on engine performance and service life.
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OPERATION OXYGENATED FUELS Replace and secure the fuel cap. NOTE: Always use unleaded petrol NOTICE: with a pump octane rating of 86 or Do not use E15 or E85 fuel (or fuel higher. Never use old, stale, or containing greater than 10% ethanol) contaminated petrol, and do not use in this product.
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OPERATION STARTING YOUR GENERATOR Before starting the generator: 1. Verify that the generator is outside on a dry, level surface. Allow at least 1 meter of clearance on all sides of the generator. 2. To maximize safety, check that the generator is properly grounded (see “ GROUND THE GENERATOR ”).
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OPERATION SHUTTING OFF THE GENERATOR Unplugging running devices can cause damage to the generator. CAUTION: Never stop the engine with electrical devices connected and running. 1. Turn off all electrical devices prior to unplugging them from the generator. Unplugging running devices can cause damage to the generator.
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9. Upon receiving a "start" signal by Automatic Electric Starting of the closing of the external 2 wire remote MX13000iS by 2-Wire Auto Start. control circuit, the generator will start 1. Verify the battery is properly installed automatically. The generator will...
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OPERATION 13. Only after the gen set has been woken then the start stop function of the generator set can be controlled again. 14. When the two-wire control switch is pressed OFF, only the one -key starter,can control the starting or stopping of the generator set.
MAINTENANCE Reinstall the air filter cover. WARNING: Reinstall the right maintenance cover. Tighten screws to secure. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts could create a hazard or cause product damage. Both sides maintenance GENERAL MAINTENANCE cover Keep the generator in a clean and dry environment where it is not exposed to...
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MAINTENANCE Reach under the generator and remove the black rubber seal located below the oil drain plug. Place a suitable container underneath the generator to catch the used oil. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick. Right maintenance cover Remove the other black rubber seal located in the front the oil drain plug.
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MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT Attach the spark plug cap. Close the right maintenance cover. The spark plug must be properly gapped Recommend spark plug. and free of deposits in order to ensure proper engine operation. If the engine is Spark Plug: NGK BPR6ES hot, allow it to cool before servicing the spark plug.
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MAINTENANCE Install the spark arrester in the Allow fuel to drain completely into reverse order of removal. container. Retighten drain screw securely. Turn the Multi-switch to the OFF position. TRANSPORTING Turn the Multi-switch to the OFF position. DRAINING FUEL TANK / Make sure engine and exhaust of CARBURETOR unit is cool.
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MAINTENANCE the battery terminals securely so that they do not disconnect due to the engine vibration or other disturbanc- Change the battery by following the instructions in the owner's manual of the battery. The DC Circuit Breaker will turn “OFF” automatically if the current exceeds the rated output.
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MAINTENANCE STORAGE When preparing the generator for storage, allow the unit to cool for 30 minutes then follow the guidelines below. STORAGE TIME PRIOR TO STORING Less than 2 months Drain petrol from tank and dispose of in a suitable container according to state and local ordinances.
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MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE NOTE: If a separate engine manual is provided for this generator, please follow the maintenance schedule provided in the engine manual instead of the maintenance information listed below. Before After 1st month Every 3 months Every 6 months Every year each use or 20 hours...
TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE WILL NOT START Possible Cause Solution Battery not charged. Charge battery. Engine switch is in the OFF position. Turn engine switch to the ON position. No fuel. Fill fuel tank. Stale gasoline or water in gasoline. Drain entire system and refill with fresh fuel. Engine oil level is low.
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