GENTRON PRO2 1200W Owner's Manual

1200 watt generator

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Owner's Manual
1200 WATT GENERATOR
Engine Switch
AC
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
DC
Voltage Meter
AC Outlet
Circuit
Protector
For Charging Battery Only
-
DC 12V 8A +
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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual 1200 WATT GENERATOR Engine Switch Voltage Meter AC Outlet Circuit Protector For Charging Battery Only DC 12V 8A + Please read and save these instructions. www.GentronUSA.com...
  • Page 2: Carbon Monoxide

    DANGER Carbon Monoxide Using a generator indoors WILL KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Carbon Monoxide Generator exhaust contains high levels of carbon monoxide (CO), a poisonous gas you cannot see or smell. If you can smell the generator exhaust, you are breathing CO.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, AND/ OR VOIDING OF YOUR WARRANTY. GENTRON WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
  • Page 4: Limited Warranty

    Service will be schelduled according to the normal work flow and business hours at the service center location, and the availibility of replacement parts. All decisions of Gentron with regard to this limited warranty shall be final.
  • Page 5 • Expendable parts or accessories supplied with the product which are expected to become inoperative or unusable after a reasonable period of use. • Merchandise sold by Gentron which has been manufactured by and identified as the product of another company, such as gasoline engines. The product manufacturer’s warranty, if any, will apply.
  • Page 6: Safety Guidelines

    Owner’s Manual Safety Guidelines - Definitions This manual contains important information that you need to know and understand in order to protect YOUR SAFETY and to PREVENT EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. The following symbols help you recognize this information. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections. Save These Important Safety Instructions! Read and understand all of these safety instructions.
  • Page 7: General Precautions

    1200W Generator General Precautions WARNING! FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH. DANGER Carbon Monoxide Using a generator indoors WILL KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Carbon Monoxide Generator exhaust contains high levels of carbon monoxide (CO), a poisonous gas you cannot see or smell.
  • Page 8: Hot Components

    CAUTION: ATTEMPTING TO POWER SENSITIVE ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT WITHOUT THE USE OF AN APPROVED LINE CONDITIONER MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT. GENTRON IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DIRECT OR INDIRECT DAMAGE CAUSED BY FAILURE TO USE AN APPROVED LINE CONDITIONER.
  • Page 9: Work Area

    1200W Generator General Precautions (cont’d) Work Area • Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents. • Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Generators create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. •...
  • Page 10: Personal Safety

    Owner’s Manual General Precautions (cont’d) Electrical Safety (cont’d) • All connections and conduits from the generator to the load must only be installed by trained and licensed electricians, and in compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal electrical codes and standards, and other regulations where applicable. •...
  • Page 11: Generator Use And Care

    1200W Generator General Precautions (cont’d) Personal Safety (cont’d) • Avoid accidental starting. Make sure the power switch is in its “OFF” position, and disconnect the spark plug wire when not in use. • Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the generator on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the generator may result in personal injury.
  • Page 12: Heart Pacemakers

    Servicing Maintain labels and name plates on the generator and engine. These carry important information. If unreadable or missing, contact Gentron immediately for a replacement. Generator service must be performed only qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
  • Page 13 1200W Generator General Precautions (cont’d) Installation (cont’d) • If the generator is installed outdoors, it must be weatherproofed and should be soundproofed. It should not be run outdoors without protection to the generator and wiring conduit. • The generator weighs 53 lbs (approx). Two or more people should assist when moving or lifting this product.
  • Page 14 Owner’s Manual General Precautions (cont’d) Mechanical (cont’d) • Do not operate the generator with safety guards removed. While the generator is running, do not attempt to reach around the safety guard for maintenance or any other reason. • Keep hands, arms, long hair, loose clothing, and jewelry away from moving parts. Be aware that when engine parts are moving fast they cannot be seen clearly.
  • Page 15 1200W Generator General Precautions (cont’d) Extension Cord If an extension cord (not included) is used, make sure to use only UL approved cords having the correct gauge and length according to the following table: Nameplate Amps Cord Lengths (@ full load) 0 ft.- 50 ft.
  • Page 16: Assembly

    Owner s Manual Assembly Handle Assembly: Insert washers on bolts. Place bolts through handle and screw in to generator. See illustration below. Bolts Generator Handle Washers...
  • Page 17: Operation

    Owner’s Manual Operation Choke Fuel Tank Fuel Valve Outlet Engine Switch Pull Start Circuit Breaker Voltage Meter AC Outlet Circuit Protector DC Charging Poles For Charging Battery Only DC 12V 8A + Voltage Meter Oil Fill NOTE: THE PARTS LISTED ABOVE ARE HELPFUL FOR LOCATING THE CONTROLS MENTIONED BELOW.
  • Page 18 1200W Generator Operation (cont’d) NOTE: Before you start generator make sure the unit has enough oil and fuel. Also disconnect all loads from generator. Engine Switch Voltage Meter Turn the engine switch to the ON Put the Choke lever on the Choke position.
  • Page 19 Owner’s Manual Operation (cont’d) NOTE: Disconnect all loads from generator. Engine Switch Voltage Meter Turn the engine switch to the Off Turn the fuel valve to the Off position. position.
  • Page 20: Powering 120 Volt Ac Tools And Equipment

    1200W Generator Operation (cont’d) Powering 120 Volt AC Tools And Equipment: 1. Prior to powering tools and equipment, make sure the generator’s rated voltage, and amperage capacity (120V AC @ 7.5 AMPs) is adequate to supply all electrical loads that the unit will power.
  • Page 21 Owner’s Manual Operation (cont’d) The 12 Volt DC terminals are only for charging batteries 1. Connect battery cables (not included) from generator to battery. CAUTION: MAKE SURE TO CONNECT THE POSITIVE (+) LEAD OF THE POWER CORD TO THE POSITIVE (+) TERMINAL ON THE GENERATOR, AND CONNECT THE NEGATIVE (-) LEAD OF THE POWER CORD TO THE NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL ON THE GENERATOR.
  • Page 22: Spark Plug Service

    1200W Generator Operation (cont’d) Spark Plug Service In order to service the spark plug, you will need a spark plug wrench (commercially available). Recommended spark plugs: 17RTC. To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits. 1.
  • Page 23: Inspection, Cleaning And Maintenance

    Owner’s Manual Inspection, Cleaning, and Maintenance WARNING! ALWAYS MAKE SURE THE ENGINE POWER SWITCH IS IN ITS “OFF” POSITION. DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM THE ENGINE. AND ALLOW SUFFICIENT TIME FOR THE ENGINE AND GENERATOR TO COMPLETELY COOL BEFORE PERFORMING ANY INSPECTIONS, MAINTENANCE, OR CLEANING.
  • Page 24: Installation

    1200W Generator Installation NOTE: PRIOR TO POWERING TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT MAKE SURE THE GENERATOR’S RATED VOLTAGE, WATTAGE AND AMPERAGE CAPACITY IS ADEQUATE TO SUPPLY ALL ELECTRICAL LOADS THAT THE UNIT WILL POWER. IF POWERING EXCEEDS THE GENERATOR’S CAPACITY, IT MAY BE NECCESSARY TO GROUP ONE OR MORE OF THE TOOLS AND/OR EQUIPMENT FOR CONNECTION TO A SEPERATE GENERATOR.
  • Page 25 Owner’s Manual Installation (cont’d) Supporting and Mounting Mount the generator on a concrete slab capable of supporting the weight of the generator. The slab must extend on all sides beyond the frame by at least one foot. Contact a cement contractor for slab specifications if necessary.
  • Page 26: Speci Fications

    1200W Generator Specifications AC electrical Current Output 120V AC @ 7.5A 60Hz Continuous/Rated Wattage 900w Peak Wattage 1200w One 120V outlet Outlet DC electrical 12V 8.3 A Gasoline engine Horsepower Type 4-cycle OHV air-cooled recoil start Displacement 79.5cc Oil capacity 0.4 liters EPA &...
  • Page 27: General Parts Listing

    Owner’s Manual General Parts Listing This list is provided for reference purposes only. All repairs and part replacement should be performed by a qualified technician. Some parts may not be available as single replacements. FIG A. CRANKCASE ASSY APA Part No. Part Description Qty.
  • Page 28 1200W Generator General Parts Listing FIG B. CYLINDER HEAD APA Part No. Part Description Qty. APG3301C-B-01-WD EG-LY 152-B01 Pipe APG3301C-B-02-WD EG- LY 152-B02 Wire board APG3301C-B-03-WD EG- LY 152-B03 Flange bolt APG3301C-B-04-WD EG- LY 152-B04 Head cover comp APG3301C-B-05-WD EG- LY 152-B05 Head cover gasket APG3301C-B-06-WD EG- LY 152-B06...
  • Page 29 Owner’s Manual General Parts Listing FIG C. CRANKSHAFT PISTON APA Part No. Part Description Qty. APG3301C-C-01-WD EG-LY152-C01 Connecting rod APG3301C-C-02-WD EG-LY152-C02 Semicircle key APG3301C-C-03-WD EG-LY152-C03 Crankshaft assy. APG3301C-C-04-WD EG-LY152-C04 Connecting rod cover APG3301C-C-05-WD EG-LY152-C05 Flange bolt APG3301C-C-06-WD EG-LY152-C06 First piston ring APG3301C-C-07-WD EG-LY152-C07 Second piston ring...
  • Page 30 1200W Generator General Parts Listing FIG D. CAMSHAFT APA Part No. Part Description Qty. APG3301C-D-01-WD EG-LY152-D01 Pin A APG3301C-D-02-WD EG-LY152-D02 Spring APG3301C-D-03-WD EG-LY152-D03 Pin B APG3301C-D-04-WD EG-LY152-D04 Slide block APG3301C-D-05-WD EG-LY152-D05 Lock ring APG3301C-D-06-WD EG-LY152-D06 Valve lifter APG3301C-D-07-WD EG-LY152-D07 Push rod APG3301C-D-08-WD EG-LY152-D08 Intake valve...
  • Page 31 Owner’s Manual General Parts Listing FIG D. CAMSHAFT APA Part No. Part Description Qty. APG3301C-D-13-WD EG-LY152-D13 Valve spring APG3301C-D-14-WD EG-LY152-D14 Spring retainers APG3301C-D-15-WD EG-LY152-D15 Rocker ring APG3301C-D-16-WD EG-LY152-D16 Rocker seat APG3301C-D-17-WD EG-LY152-D17 Rocker arm shaft APG3301C-D-18-WD EG-LY152-D18 Adjusters screw APG3301C-D-19-WD EG-LY152-D19 Exhaust rocker APG3301C-D-20-WD...
  • Page 32 1200W Generator General Parts Listing FIG E. AIR CLEANER APA Part No. Part Description Qty. APG3301C-E-01-WD EG-LY152-E01 Bolt APG3301C-E-02-WD EG-LY152-E02 Filter cover APG3301C-E-03-WD EG-LY152-E03 Air cleaner element APG3301C-E-04-WD EG-LY152-E04 Hold rack APG3301C-E-05-WD EG-LY152-E05 Net M6 APG3301C-E-06-WD EG-LY152-E06 Filter seat APG3301C-E-07-WD EG-LY152-E07 Gasket APG3301C-E-08-WD...
  • Page 33 Owner’s Manual General Parts Listing FIG F. CARBURETOR APA Part No. Part Description Qty. APG3301C-F-01-WD EG-LY152-F01 Carburetor assy. APG3301C-F-02-WD EG-LY152-F02 Float APG3301C-F-03-WD EG-LY152-F03 Float pin APG3301C-F-04-WD EG-LY152-F04 Main nozzle APG3301C-F-05-WD EG-LY152-F05 Gasket APG3301C-F-06-WD EG-LY152-F06 Float chamber body APG3301C-F-07-WD EG-LY152-F07 Gasket APG3301C-F-08-WD EG-LY152-F08 Bolt...
  • Page 34 1200W Generator General Parts Listing FIG F. CARBURETOR APA Part No. Part Description Qty. APG3301C-F-13-WD EG-LY152-F13 Main jet APG3301C-F-14-WD EG-LY152-F14 Pilot jet APG3301C-F-15-WD EG-LY152-F15 Bolt APG3301C-F-16-WD EG-LY152-F16 Spring APG3301C-F-17-WD EG-LY152-F17 Bolt...
  • Page 35 Owner’s Manual General Parts Listing FIG G. GOVERNOR APA Part No. Part Description Qty. APG3301C-G -01-WD EG-LY152-G01 Bolt APG3301C- G -02-WD EG-LY152-G02 Nut M6 APG3301C- G -03-WD EG-LY152-G03 Platen APG3301C- G -04-WD EG-LY152-G04 Spring washer APG3301C- G -05-WD EG-LY152-G05 Handle APG3301C- G -06-WD EG-LY152-G06 Washer...
  • Page 36 1200W Generator General Parts Listing FIG G. GOVERNOR APA Part No. Part Description Qty. APG3301C- G -12-WD EG-LY152-G12 Spring APG3301C- G -13-WD EG-LY152-G13 Spring APG3301C- G -14-WD EG-LY152-G14 Link rod APG3301C- G -15-WD EG-LY152-G15 Nut M6 APG3301C- G -16-WD EG-LY152-G16 Governor arm APG3301C- G -17-WD EG-LY152-G17...
  • Page 37 Owner’s Manual General Parts Listing FIG H. IGNITION FLYWHEEL APA Part No. Part Description Qty. APG3301C-H -01-WD EG-LY152-H01 String frame APG3301C- H -02-WD EG-LY152-H02 Stopping protective wires APG3301C- H -03-WD EG-LY152-H03 Ignition coil assy. APG3301C- H -04-WD EG-LY152-H04 Flange bolt APG3301C- H -05-WD EG-LY152-H05 Spark plug...
  • Page 38 1200W Generator General Parts Listing FIG I. RECOIL STARTER APA Part No. Part Description Qty. APG3301C-I -01-WD EG-LY152-I01 Handle APG3301C- I -02-WD EG-LY152-I02 Bolt APG3301C- I -03-WD EG-LY152-I03 Recoil starter case APG3301C- I -04-WD EG-LY152-I04 Starter spring APG3301C- I -05-WD EG-LY152-I05 Recoil starter rope APG3301C- I -06-WD...
  • Page 39 Owner’s Manual General Parts Listing FIG I. RECOIL STARTER APA Part No. Part Description Qty. APG3301C- I -14-WD EG-LY152-I14 Starter pulley APG3301C- I -15-WD EG-LY152-I15 Behind cover APG3301C- I -16-WD EG-LY152-I16 Bolt APG3301C- I -17-WD EG-LY152-I17 Front cover APG3301C- I -18-WD EG-LY152-I18 Air shroud APG3301C- I -19-WD...
  • Page 40 1200W Generator General Parts Listing FIG J. magneto APA Part No. Part Description Qty. APG3301C-J -01-WD GG-WDF1200E-J01 Front cover APG3301C- J -02-WD GG-WDF1200E-J02 Fasten gasket APG3301C- J -03-WD GG-WDF1200E-J03 Bolt M8X25 APG3301C- J -04-WD GG-WDF1200E-J04 Rotor APG3301C- J -05-WD GG-WDF1200E-J05 Stator APG3301C- J -06-WD GG-WDF1200E-J06...
  • Page 41 Owner’s Manual General Parts Listing FIG J. magneto APA Part No. Part Description Qty. APG3301C- J -13-WD GG-WDF1200E-J13 Gasket APG3301C- J -14-WD GG-WDF1200E-J14 Spring gasket APG3301C- J -15-WD GG-WDF1200E-J15 Bolt M8X180 APG3301C- J -16-WD GG-WDF1200E-J16 Magneto cover APG3301C- J -17-WD GG-WDF1200E-J17 Gasket APG3301C- J -18-WD...
  • Page 42 1200W Generator General Parts Listing FIG K APA Part No. Part Description Qty. APG3301C-K -01-WD GG-WDF1200E-K01 Bolt M6X12 APG3301C- K -02-WD GG-WDF1200E-K02 Sender unit APG3301C- K -03-WD GG-WDF1200E-K03 Fuel cap APG3301C- K -04-WD GG-WDF1200E-K04 Fuel tank filter APG3301C- K -05-WD GG-WDF1200E-K05 Hexagon flange bolt M6X16 APG3301C- K -06-WD...
  • Page 43 Owner’s Manual General Parts Listing FIG L APA Part No. Part Description Qty. APG3301C-L -01-WD GG-WDF1200E-L01 Voltmeter APG3301C- L -02-WD GG-WDF1200E-L02 DC 12V output APG3301C- L -03-WD GG-WDF1200E-L03 AC circuit breaker APG3301C- L -04-WD GG-WDF1200E-L04 DC circuit breaker APG3301C- L -05-WD GG-WDF1200E-L05 Engine switch APG3301C- L -06-WD...
  • Page 44 1200W Manual General Parts Listing FIG M APA Part No. Part Description Qty. APG3301C-M -01-WD GG-WDF1200E-M01 Gasket APG3301C- M -02-WD GG-WDF1200E-M02 Muffler APG3301C- M -03-WD GG-WDF1200E-M03 Back plank APG3301C- M -04-WD GG-WDF1200E-M04 Back shell APG3301C- M -05-WD GG-WDF1200E-M05 Engine plank...

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