Maintenance - Troy-Bilt 1924 Owner's Manual

SPECmFmCATmONS
Starting VVattage ....................... 5_250 watts
'Wattage ............................. 3,550 watts
AC Load Current:
At H20VoHts ......................... 2.9.6 Amps
At 240 VoHts ......................... H4.8 Amps
Phase .................................. H-phase
Rated Frequency ......................... 60 Hertz
FueHTank Capacity ............... 4 U.S. gallons (H5 H)
Shipping'Weight ................... H 40 Hbs. (63.5 kg)
GENERAL
MAmNTENANCE
RECOMMENDATmONS
The Owner/Operator is responsibHe for making sure that
aH periodic maintenance tasks are completed on a timeH7
basis; that aH discrepancies are corrected; and that the unit
is kept clean and properly stored.
NEVER
operate
a
damaged or defective generator.
Should you have questions about replacing components on
yourTroy°Bilt_) generator, please call m-888-6m m-6T08 for
assistance.
Engine Maintenance
See engine owner's manual for instructions.
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* Used motor oil has been shown to cause skin cancer in
certain laboratory animals.
, Thoroughly wash exposed areas with soap and water.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DON'T
POLLUTE. CONSERVE RESOURCES. RETURN
USED OILTO COLLECTION CENTERS.
NOTE: DO NOT use a garden hose to clean generator.
Water can enter engine fuel system and cause problems. [n
addition, if water enters generator through cooling air slots,
some of the water will be retained in voids and cracks of
the rotor and stator winding insulation._A/ater and dirt
buildup on the generator internal windings will eventually
decrease the insulation resistance of these windings.
WARNING
WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRSTOYOUR
GENERATOR
• Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place
the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
WHEN TESTING FOR ENGINE SPARK
Use approved spark plug tester:
DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed.
Generator Cleanin_
* Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.
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DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, dirt,
or corrosive vapors,
DO NOT insert any obiects through cooling slots.
Use a soft bristle brush to loosen caked on dirt or oil.
Use a vacuum cleaner to pick up loose dirt and debris.
Use low pressure air (not to exceed 2.5 psi) to blow
away dirt. Inspect cooling air slots and opening on
generator.These openings must be kept clean and
unobstructed.
Generator Maintenance
Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit clean
and dry. Operate and store the unit in a clean dry
environment where it will not be exposed to excessive
dust, dirt, moisture or any corrosive vapors. Cooling air
slots in the generator must not become closed with snow,
leaves or any other foreign material.