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Owner’s Manual Full Power Output Panel 4000 WATT GASOLINE 6.5HP This manual provides information regarding the operation and maintenance of these products. We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information in this manual. We reserve the right to change this product at any time without prior notice. Please keep this manual available to all users during the entire life of the generator.
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FEATURES · Powerful Enough to Run Essential Appliances · During Power Outages · 120 and 240 Volt AC Outputs · 12V DC Output for Automotive Battery Charging · Low Oil Automatic Shutoff · Circuit Breaker for Overload Protection · Max Fuel Tank Capacity ·...
TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES………………………………………………………………1 PACKAGE CONTENTS…………………………………………………………………………….4 GENERATOR COMPONENTS……………………………………………………………………..5 PREPARING THE GENERATOR FOR USE..…....………………………………………6 Using the Generator for the First Time........…………………………...6 Step 1-Add Oil.………………………………….…………………………………..6 Step 2- Add Gasoline.…………………………………………………....7 Step 3- Ground the Generator....……………………………………….7 Subsequent Use of the Generator.....…………………………………………..8 Step 1- Check the Oil......……………………………………………..8 Step 2-- Check the Gas Level......……………………………………...8 Step 3- Ground the Generator....………………………………………..8 STARTING THE GENERATOR....……………………………………………………….9...
GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES Please familiarize yourself with the following safety symbols and words: The safety alert symbol is used with one of the safety words (DANGER, CAUTION, or WARNING) to alert you to hazards. Please pay attention to these hazard notices both in this manual and on the generator.
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WARNING: This generator produces powerful voltage, which can result in electrocution. ·ALWAYS ground the generator before using it (see the "Grounding the Generator" portion of the "PREPARING THE GENERATOR FOR USE" section). · Generator should only be plugged into electrical devices, either directly or with an extension cord.
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In addition to the above safety notices, please familiarize yourself with the safety and hazard markings on the generator.
PACKAGE CONTENTS Your generator comes with the items listed below. Please check to see that all of the following items may be included with your generator, depending on your generator model. Screw driver Spanner Spark plug wrench...
GENERATOR COMPONENTS Please familiarize yourself with the locations and functions of the various components and controls of your generator. (1) Air cleaner- a removable, cleanable, sponge-like element that limits the amount of dirt pulled into the engine. (2) Choke lever- Adjusts the amount of air let into the engine. (3) Fuel Gauge- Indicates the amount of fuel in the tank.
This amount, which is equal to the oil capacity of the engine crankcase, can be found on the chart in figure 1. When filling the engine with oil in the future, please refer to this chart. Model number PD4000 20 fluid oz. Engine oil capacity Figure 1- Generator Oil Capacity CAUTION: ·...
·Gas can age in the tank and make it hard to start up the generator in the future. Never store generator for extended periods of time with fuel in the tank. Model number PD4000 Gas tank capacity 15L(3.96 us. gallons)
5). A generally acceptable grounding wire is a No. 12 AWG (American Wire Gauge) stranded copper wire. This grounding wire should be connected at the other end to a copper or brass-grounding rod that is driven into the end. Grounding codes can vary by location. Please contact a local electrician to check the grounding regulations for your area.
·Do not fill tank near an open flame. ·Always allow engine to cool for several minutes before refueling. ·Do not overfill (check the "Specifications" section for the tank capacity of your generator). Always check for fuel spills. IMPORTANT: ·Use only UNLEADED gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher. ·Do not use old gas.
Rated (Running) Wattage Surge Wattage 3200 4000 PD4000 Figure 9-generator wattage by model number The total running wattage requirement of the electrical devices connected to the generator should not exceed the rated wattage of the generator itself. To calculate the total wattage requirement of the electrical devices you wish to connect, find the rated (or running) wattage of each device.
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by using the chart in figure 10. Tool or Appliance Rated (Running) Watts Additional Surge Watts Electric water heater (40 gal) 4000 Hot plate 2500 Saw-radial arm 2000 2000 Electric stove 1500 Saw-circular 1500 1500 Air compressor (1HP) 1500 3000 Window air conditioner 1200 1800...
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connect these devices according to the following procedure: 1. Plug in each electrical device with the device turned off. NOTE: Be sure to attach appliances to the correct receptacle (outlet). Connect standard 120 Volt, single phase, 60 Hz loads only to the 120 Volt receptacles. Connect 120/240 Volt, single phase, 60Hz loads with NEMA L14-30 plug only to the 120/240 Volt receptacle See Figure 11 for a depiction of each of these receptacles.
STOPPING THE GENERATOR To stop the generator: 1. Turn off, then unplug all connected electrical devices. 2. Switch the circuit breaker to the "off' position. 3. Allow the generator to run for several more minutes with no electrical devices connected. This helps stabilize the temperature of the generator. 4.
13. When the oil level is low you will need to add oil until the level is sufficient to run the generator. The oil capacity of your generator engine is listed in figure 15. Model number PD4000 Engine oil capacity 20 fluid oz. Figure 15- Engine Oil Capacity.
2. Using a 10 mm hex wrench, unscrew the oil drain plug, which is located on the crankcase underneath the oil filler/dipstick cap (see figure 16). Allow all the oil to drain from the generator. 3. Replace the oil drain plug and tighten with a 10 mm hex wrench. To add oil to the crankcase, follow these steps: 1.
Figure 18- Removing the air cleaner casing. Fuel Filter Cup Cleaning The fuel filter cup is a small well underneath the fuel valve. It helps to trap dirt and water that may be in your fuel tank before it can enter the engine. To clean the fuel filter cup: 1.
6. Screw the spark plug back into its place on the generator using the spark plug wrench. Replace the spark plug cap. Emptying the Gas Tank Before storing your generator for extended periods of time, you should drain your generator of gasoline.
SPECIFICATIONS Generator AC Output PD4000 Rated Wattage 3200W Surge Wattage 4000W Rated Voltage 120/240V Rated Frequency 60Hz Phase Single DC Output PD4000 Voltage Amperage 8.3A Dimensions (in): Length=23.2 width=17 height=17 Engine PD4000 4-stroke OHV single cylinder with forced air cooling...
Move generator to a level surface to Generator is not on level prevent shutdown from surface. triggering. Oil is low Add or replace oil. Set the circuit breaker to the “on” Circuit breaker is off. position. Engine runs but If you are using an extension cord, there Bad connecting wires/cables.
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