Predator 61725 Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions

Predator 61725 Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions

13,500 watt portable generator

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Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions
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operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product's serial number in the
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13,500
PORTABLE
GENERATOR
11,000 RUNNING WATTS
13,500 PEAK WATTS
REV 14j
Using a generator indoors CAN
KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
Generator exhaust contains
carbon monoxide. This is a poison
you cannot see or smell.
NEVER use inside
a home or garage,
EVEN IF doors and
windows are open.
When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact
and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken,
please call 1-888-866-5797 as soon as possible.
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2013 by Harbor Freight Tools
No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in
any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing
improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.
Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,
WATT
Only use OUTSIDE
and far away from
windows, doors,
and vents.
®
. All rights reserved.
Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com
Email our technical support at: productsupport@harborfreight.com
Email our engine support at: predator@harborfreight.com
Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
SAVE THIS MANUAL.

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  • Page 1 Email our technical support at: productsupport@harborfreight.com and vents. windows are open. Email our engine support at: predator@harborfreight.com When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken, please call 1-888-866-5797 as soon as possible.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    1800 RPM The emissions control system for this Engine is warranted for standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. For warranty information, refer to the last pages of this manual. Page 2 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61725...
  • Page 3: Safety

    It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ITEM 61725 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 3...
  • Page 4: Set Up Precautions

    10. Do not operate the Generator before grounding. The Generator must be earth-grounded in accordance with all relevant electrical codes and standards before operation. Page 4 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61725...
  • Page 5: Operating Precautions

    ITEM 61725 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 5...
  • Page 6 Use of the equipment for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation. Page 6 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61725...
  • Page 7: Service Precautions

    6. Maintain labels and nameplates on the equipment. These carry important information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. ITEM 61725 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 7...
  • Page 8: Setup

    GROUND 120VAC 20A 120/240VAC Ground Receptacles 30A Receptacle Terminal and Breaker and Breakers 120VAC 20A 120VAC 30A 120/240VAC 46A Receptacles Receptacle Receptacle and Breaker and Breaker Figure A: Control panel Page 8 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61725...
  • Page 9 (1 of 2) Control panel Battery (sold separately) Figure B: Generator Front Lifting Bracket Air Cleaner Fuel Valve Muffler Oil Fill plug Dipstick Spark plug (2 of 2) Figure C: Generator Back ITEM 61725 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 9...
  • Page 10 Front Cover (101) two Air Cleaner Front Knobs (102). See Figure D. Air Cleaner Air Cleaner Top Knob (142a) Front Knob (102) Figure E: Remove Front Cover Figure D: Remove Knobs Page 10 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61725...
  • Page 11 Air Cleaner Bolts (143) Base Bolts (146) Fuel Filter Clip (147) Air Cleaner Base (142g) Figure G: Remove Bolts and Clip from Air Cleaner Base 8. Remove the Air Cleaner Base. ITEM 61725 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 11...
  • Page 12 B: Pull the Throttle Rod out of the Clip. 18. Swing the black Choke Rod Clip (176) aside to release the Choke Rod. Disconnect the Choke Rod. Figure K: Throttle Rod Clip Page 12 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61725...
  • Page 13 21. Remove Bolt (133) and two Bolts (132) from the Carburetor Intake Elbow (131). See Figure O. 22. Remove the Carburetor assembly from the engine. Keep it upright, it may contain fuel. ITEM 61725 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 13...
  • Page 14 Note: Since carburetor is upside-down, left and right sides are reversed. Carburetor Figure R: Main Jets Bowl (137c) Carburetor Carburetor Bowl Bolt Bowl Bolt (137b) (137b) Figure Q: Carburetor Bowl Bolts Page 14 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61725...
  • Page 15 The grounding rod must be an earth-driven copper or brass rod (electrode) which can adequately ground the Generator. 3. Refer to local regulations for ground source information. ITEM 61725 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 15...
  • Page 16: Operation

    6. Thread the Oil Fill Cap back in and reinsert the Dipstick. NOTICE: Do not run the engine with too little oil. Full Level The engine will be permanently damaged. Engine Crankcase Figure U: Oil Fill Level Page 16 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61725...
  • Page 17 10% ethanol (E10). Do not use E85 ethanol. Add fuel To prevent FIRE, do not start the engine stabilizer to the gasoline or the Warranty is VOID. while the smell of fuel hangs in the air. ITEM 61725 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 17...
  • Page 18: Starting The Engine

    75% of the Generator’s rated capacity during this period. • Change the engine oil after this period. Under normal operating conditions subsequent maintenance follows the schedule explained in the MAINTENANCE section. Page 18 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61725...
  • Page 19: Stopping The Engine

    Remove all electrical load devices from the Generator. b. Turn the Engine Switch off. c. Close the Fuel Valve. NOTICE See Long-Term Storage on page 23 for complete storage instructions. ITEM 61725 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 19...
  • Page 20: Maintenance

    4. Clean carbon build-up from combustion chamber Replace fuel line if necessary Service more frequently when used in dusty areas. These items should be serviced by a qualified technician. Page 20 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61725...
  • Page 21 Dipstick. NOTICE: Do not run the engine with too little oil. The engine will be permanently damaged. Figure W: Oil Fill Cap and Dipstick (on back of Generator) ITEM 61725 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 21...
  • Page 22 If overtightened, the threads in the engine block will be damaged. 6. Apply dielectric spark plug boot protector (not included) to the end of the spark plugs and reattach the wires securely. Page 22 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61725...
  • Page 23 Remove spark plug and pour one tablespoon of fuel stabilizer’s recommended time period, engine oil into cylinder through spark plug hole. or if the engine does not start. ITEM 61725 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 23...
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    4. Engine valves or tappets 4. Have qualified technician adjust/ mis-adjusted or stuck. repair valves and tappets. Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the generator or engine. Page 24 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61725...
  • Page 25 2. Lower the number of items plugged into the generator to stay within the rated capacity, or use a more powerful generator. Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the generator or engine. ITEM 61725 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 25...
  • Page 26: Warranties

    HFT. If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact the Harbor Freight Tools Customer Service Department at 1-888-866-5797. Page 26 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61725...
  • Page 27 Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available Note: If product has no serial number, record individually as replacement parts. month and year of purchase instead. ITEM 61725 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 27...
  • Page 28: Parts Lists And Diagrams

    Gasket, Carburetor Insulator Pump Asm, Oil Joint, Intake Tube Cover, Oil Pump Bolt Spring, Pressure Relief Valve Bolt Ball, Steel Washer Strainer, Oil Tube, Air Cleaner Connecting Gear Asm, Governor Bolt Page 28 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61725...
  • Page 29 Frame Asm, Engine Tube, Handle Power Support Combination Tube, Handle Bolt Seat, Handle Tube Connecting Bolt Washer, Flat Wheel, Front Cushion, Engine Frame Bolt Washer, Flat Bolt Shaft, Front Wheel ITEM 61725 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 29...
  • Page 30: Assembly Diagram

    Assembly Diagram Page 30 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61725...
  • Page 31 Assembly Diagram (continued) ITEM 61725 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 31...
  • Page 32 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • pO Box 6009 • Camarillo, CA 93011 • 1-888-866-5797...

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