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Maintenance
Do not use the battery charger for more than 48 hours at one
charge. If the battery is completely discharged, start the unit
per the "Starting Pull Start Engines" section and recharge the
battery by running the unit.
Figure 13 - Battery Charger Jack
BATTERY
CHARGER
INPUT
3.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Follow the calendar intervals. More frequent service is required
when operating in adverse conditions noted below.
Check Oil Level
Change Oil and Oil Filter‡
Check Valve Clearance
Service Air Filter
Replace Spark Plug
Clean Spark Arrestor Screen
‡ Change oil after first 30 hours of operation then every season.
* Change oil and oil filter every month when operating under heavy load or in high
temperatures.
** Clean more often under dirty or dusty operating conditions. Replace air filter
parts if they cannot be adequately cleaned.
***
Check valve clearance and adjust if necessary after first 50 hours of
operation and every 100 hours thereafter.
3.2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
3.2.1 GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS
Rated Power .....................................................................6.5/8.0 kW**
Surge Power ................................................................ 8.13kW/10kW**
Rated AC Voltage ......................................................................120/240
Rated Max AC Load
Current @ 240V ...........................................27.1 Amps/33.3 Amps**
Current @ 120V ...........................................54.2 Amps/66.7 Amps**
Rated Frequency .................................................... 60 Hz @ 3600 RPM
Phase ................................................................................ Single Phase
** Maximum wattage and current are subject to, and limited by, such factors
as fuel Btu content, ambient temperature, altitude, engine condition, etc..
Maximum power decreases about 3.5% for each 1,000 feet above sea level;
and will also decrease about 1% for each 6° C (10° F) above 16° C (60° F)
ambient temperature.
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NOTE:
At Each Use
*Every 100 hours or Every Season
***Every Season
** Every 200 hours or Every Season
Every Season
Every 100 hours or Every Season
3.2.2 ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Displacement ............................................................................... 410cc
Spark Plug Type ................................... Champion RC14YC or equivalent
Spark Plug Gap ............................................... 0.030 inch or (0.76 mm)
Gasoline Capacity ............................................................ 9 U.S. gallons
Oil Type.................................... See Chart in "Adding Engine Oil" Section
Oil Capacity (with filter) ..............................................................1.5 Qts.
(without filter) .........................................................1.2 Qts.
Run Time (50% Load) .........................................................11.25 Hours
Class II Emission Certified
3.2.3 EMISSIONS INFORMATION
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires that this
generator comply with exhaust emission standards. This generator
is certified to meet the applicable EPA emission levels on gasoline.
The emission control system on this generator consists of the
following:
•
Air Induction system
~ Intake Pipe/Manifold
~ Air Cleaner
•
Exhaust System
~ Exhaust manifold
~ Muffler
It is important to perform the service specified in the maintenance
Schedule to ensure that the generator complies with the applicable
emission standards for the duration of its useful life. Additionally,
emissions critical maintenance must be performed as scheduled
in order for the Emissions Warranty to be valid. Emissions critical
maintenance consists of servicing the air filter and spark plugs in
accordance with the Maintenance Schedule. Service and repairs
may be performed by any capable person or repair shop.
3.3 GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty of the generator does not cover items that have been
subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value
from the warranty, the operator must maintain the generator as
instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly
maintain the generator.
All adjustments in the Maintenance section of this manual should
be made at least once each season. Follow the requirements in the
"Maintenance Schedule".
Once a year replace the spark plug and replace the air filter.
A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper fuel-air
mixture and help the engine run better and last longer.
•
Ignition System
~ Spark Plug
~ Ignition Coil
•
Fuel System
~ Carburetor
~ Fuel Lines
~ Fuel Tank/Cap
~ Evaporative Vent Lines
NOTE:
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