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Operator’s Manual Portable Generator Model: HM8000 WARNING: Do not assemble, install or operate this equipment without reading ALL of this manual and the safety precautions and warning illustrated in this manual. KDAR Company Tel: 866-939-9811 15009 Manchester Rd. #283 Fax: 636-922-6422 Ballwin, MO 63011 Web: www.hotmaxtorches.com...
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5. Always remove the spark plug or spark 11. Do not touch engine muffler or other plug cable before performing mainte- engine or generator parts which get nance to avoid accidental starting. hot during operation. KDAR Company...
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MONOXIDE HAZARD: The engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, 24. Drain fuel before transporting the gen- a poisonous, odorless, invisible gas erator. which, if breathed, may cause death 25. Generators are heavy, use proper lifting or personal injury. techniques. KDAR Company...
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Manual Valve Foot Recoil Electric Starter Voltage DC Connection Start Battery Charge Only Meter Ground 120/240V AC Terminal 27 Amp L14-30 Outlet Gas Cap Fuel Level 120V AC 120V AC 20 Amp Gauge 27 Amp L5-30 Outlet Outlet KDAR Company...
SG, SF/CC, CD. This designation will be on the motor oil container. 2. SAE 10W-30 is recommended for general, all- temperature use. See chart for appropriate weights for your area. 3. Locate the oil filler cap and remove. KDAR Company...
5. Confirm proper fill by replacing the dip stick 4. Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or oil/ and checking the oil gasoline mixture. KDAR recommends a fuel stabi- level. lizer. 5. Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank.
Voltage is regulated by the speed of the engine which is adjusted at the factory for correct out- put. Readjusting will void the warranty. 6. Once started, release key to run position. 7. As engine warms up return choke back to open position. KDAR Company...
3. Turn key to the “STOP” position. 4. Make sure the generator has completely stopped. 5. Close the fuel shut off valve if the generator is to be stored or transported. KDAR Company...
Air Cleaner Service thoroughly.(A nonflammable or high flash point solvent can also be used) 1. Unsnap the air cleaner cover clips. 4. Re-install Arrestor and tighten clamp. 2. Remove the air filter element. KDAR Company...
Never use spark plugs which have an improper If the engine has been running the muf- heat range. Use only the recommended spark fler will be very hot. Care must be taken plugs or equivalent. not to touch the muffler when removing the spark plug. KDAR Company...
Storing the engine in • After removal from storage, drain the this position will help protect it from internal stored gasoline into a suitable container corrosion. and fill with fresh gasoline before start- ing. KDAR Company...
2. Fuel should flow from the drain when the fuel valve is turned on. If the engine still does not start, take the genera- NOTE: The nearest KDAR authorized ser- tor to a authorized vice center can be found by visiting KDAR service center.
KDAR authorized service fects. center. DEFECTS Replace the electrical ap- pliance or equipment or NOTE: The nearest KDAR authorized ser- take the appliance or vice center can be found by visiting equipment to an electrical www.hotmaxtorches.com. repair shop. KDAR Company...
Implied warran- ties, including warranties of merchantability KDAR Company, and its affiliates, will repair or and of fitness for a particular purpose, are replace, at KDAR’s sole discretion, parts found to hereby disclaimed. The warranty service de-...
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