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COMPANION I
5000 "Watt
AC Generator
Start
Model No. 580.327152
HOURS:
Mon.- Fri. 8 aom. to 5 p.m. (CT)
CAUTION:
Before using this product, read this
manual and follow all Safety Rules
and Operating Instructions.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates,
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com
Part No, B2473 Draft 2 (6/18/1999) Printed in the U,S.A.
IL 60179
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
° Parts

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  • Page 1 Owner's Manual COMPANION I 5000 "Watt Start AC Generator Model No. 580.327152 HOURS: Mon.- Fri. 8 aom. to 5 p.m. (CT) CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. • Safety • Assembly Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates,...
  • Page 2 HOW TO ORDER PARTS/SERVICE . .BACK PAGE LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY FOR COMPANION GENERATORS SEARS warrants to the original purchaser that the alternator and engine for its portable generator wilt be free from defects in materials or workmanship for the items and period set forth below from the date of original purchase.
  • Page 3 Gasoline is highly FLAMMABLE and its vapors are EXPLOSIVE. Do not permit smoking, open flames, sparks or heat in the vicinity while handling gasoline. Avoid spilling gasoline on a hot engine. contains chemicals known to the State Comply with all laws regulating storage and of California to cause cancer, birth The engine exhaust fromthis pr0duCt...

  • Page 4: Installing Battery

    Your generator requires some assembly and is ready • Secure battery as shown with bracket, (2) bolts, (2) flat washers, (2) lock washers and (2) hex nuts. for use after it has been properly serviced with the recommended oil and fuel. Connect the black battery cable from the engine If you have any problems with the assembly of mount bolt to the negative (-) battery post.

  • Page 5: Know Your Generator

    KNOW YOUR GENERATOR Read the owner's manual and safety rules before operating your generator. Compare the illustration shown below with your generator to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this owner's manual for future reference. FuelTank Muffler Air Cleaner...
  • Page 6 Keep extension cords as short as possible, preferably CORD SETS AND CONNECTOR PLUGS ..tess than 15 feet long, to prevent voltage drop and possible overheating of wires. 120 Volt Duplex Receptacle 120t240 Volt, 20 Amp Receptacle Use only high quality, well-insulated, extension cords with the generator's t20 Volt duplex electrical This receptacle is a NEMA L14-20R and is protected receptacles.

  • Page 7: Grounding The Generator

    HOW TO USE YOUR GENERATOR Place generator on a level surface. = Clean area around oil fill and remove oil dipstick. If you have any problems operating your Generator, please call the Generator hetpline at 1-800-222-3136. o Wipe dipstick clean. °...
  • Page 8 Note: If engine fires, but does not continue to run, • Move the choke lever to the "Full Choke move choke lever to "Full Choke" and repeat starting Position," instructions. FULLCHOKEPOSITION LEVER CAUTION! Never run engine indoors or in CHOKE POSITION enclosed poorly ventilated areas.

  • Page 9: Don't Overload The Generator

    DON'T OVERLOAD THE GENERATOR Overloading a generator in excess of its rated wattage Some electric motors, such as induction types, capacity can result in damage to the generator and to require about two and a half times more watts of connected electrical devices.
  • Page 10 Maintenance Schedule Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occurs first. More frequent service is required when operating in adverse conditions noted below. 25 Hours or 50 Hours or 100 Hours or Every 5 Hours Maintenance Operation or uaily Every Season Every Season Every Season Check oil level...

  • Page 11: Engine Maintenance

    Low pressure air (not to exceed 25 psi) may be Check electrode gap with wire feeler gauge and set used to blow away dirt. Inspect cooling air slots and spark plug gap to 0.030 inch (0.76mm) if openings on the generator. These openings must necessary.

  • Page 12: Long Term Storage

    GENERAL Change Oil While engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase. The generator should be started at least once every Refill with recommended grade. seven days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes, if this cannot be done and you must store the unit for Oil Cylinder Bore more than 30 days, use the following information as a guide to prepare it for storage.
  • Page 13 PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine is running,but no 1. Resetcircuit b reaker. t, One of the circuitbreakersisopen. AC output is available, 2, Faultin generator. 2.Contact SearsService Facility, 3, Poorconnectionor defective 3.Checkand repair. cordset. 4, Connecteddeviceis bad. 4.Connectanotherdevice that is in good condition. 1, Shortcircuitin a connectedload.
  • Page 15 CRAFTSMAN 5000 Watt AC Generator 580.327152 Wiring Diagram © <_ .or. (F. rw_ i== ='-" _x" -'t...l* w,_= l_v-_. ..,F-_ I_...
  • Page 16 CRAFTSMAN 5000 Watt AC Generator 580.327152 Main Unit- Exploded View STARTER DETAIL 47 47...
  • Page 17 CRAFTSMAN 5000 Watt AC Generator 580.327152 Main Unit- Parts List Qty. Description Item Part # Description item Part # Qty. 66825B CARRIER, Rear Bearing 85652 MOUNT, Rubber 91825 ASSEMBLY, Brush & Bridge 82308 SCREW, Self Tapping Rectifier 86494 SCREW, M6 x 16 Lg. Wing 66365D CRADLE ADAPTER, Housing...
  • Page 18 Tecumseh Engine - 143.981007 _€_ ,, 36t 75 7' 184 <_ 110A !_.__,_ • 9001 Item Part # Item Part # Description Description 651028 Screw, Torx T-15, 8+32 x3.8" 35968A Cylinder (incl. 2, 20 & 72) 35319 Oil Seal 27652 Dowel Pin 35460 30699C...
  • Page 19 Tecumseh Engine - 143.981007 Item Part # Description Item Part # Description 29826 Screw, 10-32 x 3/4" 650694A Screw, 5/16-18 x 2" 29918 Lock Washer 130B 65103t Screw, 1/4-20 x 9/16" 29216 Lock Nut, 10-32 33636 Resistor Spark Plug (RJ17LM) Governor Gear Bracket 29642 Retaining Pin...
  • Page 20 Tecumseh Engine - 143.981007 Item Part # Description 640129 Carburetor (incl. 184 of Engine Parts List) 631776A Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly 631970 Throttle Return Spring 631184 Dust Seal Washer 631183 Dust Seal (Throttle) 64O109 Throttle Shutter 650506 Shutter Screw 632597 Choke Shaft and Lever Assembly...
  • Page 21 Tecumseh Engine - 143.981007 Item Pad # Description 36680 Electric Starter 33451 Dust Cover 33842 Retainer Ring 33430 Spring Retainer 33854 Anti-Drift Spring 33432 Gear 35893 Nut and Retainer Ring (incl. 2) 33450 Lock Nut 35894 Drive End Cap Ass'y 35895 Armature 36699...
  • Page 22 Tecumseh Engine - 143.981007 PaN # Description Item 590746 Recoil Starter 590599A Spring Pin (incf, 4) Washer 590600 590679 Retainer Washer 590601 590678 Brake Spring 590680 Starter Dog 590412 Dog Spring 590681 Pulley & Rewind Spring Assembly 590747 Starter Housing Assembly 590535 Starter Rope Starter Handle...

  • Page 24: Warranty

    For California residents only when seeking service in California. CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board ("CARB") and Sears Roebuck and Co., USA, are pleased to explain the Emission Control System Warranty on your 1995 and later lawn and garden equipment engine. In California new utility and lawn and garden equipment engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State's stringent anti-smog standards.
  • Page 25 WHAT IS COVERED REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS Repair or replacement of any warranted part will be performed at no charge to the owner at an approved Sears servicing center. tf you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, your shoutd contact your nearest authorized service center or call Sears at 1-800-473-7247.
  • Page 26 For in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663) Para pedir servicio de reparacibn a domicilio - t-800-676-5811 in Canada for all your service and parts needs call - 1-800-665-4455 Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pi_ces For the repair or replacement parts you need: Call 7 am - 7 pro, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART...

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