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Operator’s Manual Portable Generator Model: HM2000 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: 314-692-8555 15009 Manchester Rd. #283 Fax: 314-692-8578 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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24. Drain fuel before transporting the gen- a poisonous, odorless, invisible gas erator. 25. Generators are heavy, use proper lifting which, if breathed, may cause death techniques. or personal injury. KDAR Company...
Switch Panel Plug Carburetor Filler Choke Muffler Filter Manual Fuel Recoil Valve Starter Ground 120V AC 20 Amp Terminal Outlet Voltage Meter 120/240V AC DC Connection Fuel Level Gas Cap 12.5 Amp L14-30 Outlet Battery Charge Only Gauge KDAR Company...
3. Do not fill tank above the shoulder of the fuel strainer. Strainer Shoulder 4. Fill with .63 quarts (.6 Li- ters) of motor oil. 5. Confirm proper fill by re- placing the dip stick and checking the oil level. KDAR Company...
5. Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank. Grounding the Generator KDAR recommends generators be properly con- nected to an appropriate earth ground to help pre- vent electric shock. The ground terminal found on the control panel is connected to the frame of the generator for this purpose.
Apply load only after the generator is running • and has warmed up for 5 minutes. Voltage is regulated by the speed of the engine • which is adjusted at the factory for correct out- put. Readjusting will void the warranty. KDAR Company...
3. Flip ON/OFF switch to the “OFF” 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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