COMPANION 150 User manual

Brand: COMPANION

Model: 150

Category: Power generators

Type: User manual

SEARS

OWNER'S

MANUAL

Model No.

919,329150

m4PORTANT;

Read the Safety Guidelines

and All Instructions Carefully

Before OpsmUng

120/240 VOLT • 5500 WATT

GENERATOR

• SAFETY GUIDELINES

• ASSEMBLY

• OPERATION

• MAINTENANCE

• TROUBLESHOOTING

• REPAIR PARTS

Sold by Sears R'oebuok and Co., HoffTnan Estates, I1. 60179 U.S.A.

D2Gs_ Rev.o e/WOO

Warranty ...................................................... 2

Safety Guidelines ..................................... 3-8

Assembly ................................................ 9-11

Operation ............................................. 12-15

Maintenance ........................................ 16-17

Service Adjustments ................................ 18

Storage ...................................................... 18

Troublesho_ing Guide ............................. 19

Generator Parts ................................... 20-24

Engine Parts ........................................ 25-29

Emissions Statement .......................... 30-31

How To Order Parts .................... Back Cover

DATEPUR_:

MODELNO: --

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STORE WHERE PURO_D;.

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Reoord the above information about your unit

so that you will be able to provide it in case of

lose or theft.

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HORSE POWER 10 HP i

GASOLINE CAPACITY' 7 GALLON

OIL CAPACITY 26 07-

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

"TheCraftsmanWartime, plusa MaintenanceAgreement,

provide maximum value for your Seam products. Con-

toct your nearast _nrs storefor detmls.

CUSTOMER RESPON$1BIUTIES

Reed and observe the safety rules.

Follow a regular sohedule in maintaining, caringfor and

using your generator.

Follow the instructions under "Customer Resporalbll|-

ties"and "Storage" sectionsof tbls owner's manual.

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON SEARS GENERATORS

Foroneyearfromthe dateofpurchase,whenthisSearsgetlarater!8mainle4nedandoperatedamm_lingtotheInstruc-

tJon8inthb owner'smaflual,Seamwillrepolr,freeofcharge,anydefectInmatedel_ndworkmanship.

IfyourSearsGenerateris usedfo_commemlalormntaipurposes,thiswsrrenlyappliesforonly90d_yefromthe ordinal

dale of purchase.

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON SEARS ENGINE

Forone yearfromthedateof pur_., whenthisT_ engineismaintained ;Indoperatedam_=rdingtothe Isetmc-

Uoi18inthisowner'smanual,:SeerswiJ!mJ_, frm)of charge,orff defe_ inmaterialandworlqcanshfp.

Ifyour Te¢t_ hengineisusedforcommercialor rentalpurposas,this warrantyapplies_ forgOdw_'sfromthedat_

ofpurchase.Ths warrantydoesnot cove.,:.Expandable]tamssuchasspark_ug8 end airfirm. which becomew_rn

duringnormaluse,

_oaJm ne__ becau_o of opa_tor _use or negll_ense, Including damage rea_tln_ from no _1 being 8uppfled to

IRe englne or fallem to maintein the equll_nalt eccar_ng to _ Irm_uctic_s €_tsinea in thl8 owners manU_, are not

covered under wwr_.

WARRANI'Y SERVIGE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE GENERATOR TO THE NEAREST SEAP_ SERVICE CENTER.

_dS warrardy givse yOUSpeolflC legal rlghle _ yOu may aiso have other rights, which vow from b-lATE TO STATE.

Seam, Roebuck and Co,, DI817 WA, Hoffman I=otates, IL 60179

ThismanualcontainsinformeflcmthatIIIimportant for you to Knowand underetond. This information relatesto

proteotlng YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS, To h_dpyou recognize this information,

we use the symbo/s to the right. Please read the manual and pay attention to these eeouorm.

DANGER Indicatesan imminentlyhazardoussituation CAUTIONledlcakm a potentiallyhazardousedtuaifon

Which,W_Otavoided, willresultin_ whloh,if notavoided,may nmJRin

WARNING ]ndi_tea a potentiallyhazardouss;tuation CAUTIONusedwithoutthesafety alertsymbolindicmesa

which,ifnot avoided,_ resultIn_ potentiallyhazardoUssifuatlanwhich, if riotavoided+may

],1,_. .e_if inmua_ubnm_.

This produot is not equipped with a spark arresting muffler. Ifthe pmduot will be used around flammable

materials, or on land covered with materials such as agrtcuRumlcrops, forast, brush, grass, or other similar items,

then an approved spark arrester must be installed and is legally required In the stats of CaJ'rromia.It isa violation

of California statutes section 130050 and/or sections4442 and 4443 of the CalifOrnia PubAc;Rasoumes Code,

unless the engine isequipped with a spark arrestOr,as defined In section 4442, and maintained in effective

working order. Spark amJotem sre also required on soma'U. S. Forest sarvioe land and may also be legally

required under other statutes and ordinances..

This product may oofltain ohernicale known to the state of Californiato cmJsetender, birth defects, or other

reproductive harm. This warning isgiven in compliance w!th California Proposition 65, as detestable amounts of

chemic.sissubject to proposition 65 may be contained inthis product.

• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS •

When using this produot basis precautions should always be

followed including the following:

Attempting to €onnect generator

directlyto the electrical system of an

building atruotum.

Back feeding alastrk:ity through a

bullding'selectrical system to the

outside otillty fe_ lines could en-

danger repair persons a_terepting to

: restore service.

Attempting to connast to the incom-

Ing ut_ltyservice oould resultin

ek_ctrooation.

RastoratJonof ekm_cal service while

the generator isconnected to the

incoming ufflitycould mouJtin • fire or

seriousdamage ifa Isolator switch Is

notinstalled.

Falklreto use adouble throw transfer

switch when connsoting to a

atruefure's alect_cal system con

damage appllanoes and WILL VOID

the manufacturer's warranty.

Never baskfeed electricity through

a structure's electrify/system.

To conneot to a struutum'a electri-

cal system in a safe manner.

always have s Double-Threw

TransferSwitch installed bY a

qualified electricianand in oompli-

ands w_th10o81o_:linancas. (When

installing a Double-Threw

"rransf_ b-'witch,a minimum of

1° gauge wiring must be used.)

3 -- ENG ¢ao_e p_e_

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE

ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR.

B!$K OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE (€ont'd)

HAZARD

Operation of generator in rain. wet,

icy, or flooded conditions.

of worn damaged, undersized

or ungroundodextension cords.

Placing generator on or against

highlyconductive surrane, such as

a steel walkway or metal roof.

Improper connectionof itemsto

generator.

operation of unitwhen damaged.

or witll guards Orpanels removed.

WHAT COULD HAPPEN

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Water is an ex0ellent€onduofor of

electricity|Water wh|oh €ornea in

contact with aleottlcafly charged

components can transmitelectdolty to

the frame and other sudace8, rnsutting

in electrical shock to anyone €ontact-

ing them,

Contactwithwornordamaged

extensioncendscould resultin

ebctmcutlon.

Use of underslseexter'dsldncords

could msuRIn overheating of the

wires or attanhed Items, resultingIn

fire.

Use of ungrounded €ordsofs could

prevent operation of olmuit breakers

and resultin electrical shock.

Ac_Jdentelleakage ofelectricaJ

current could charge conductive

surfaces in contact with the gonemtor.

Exceeding theloadcapacityofthe

genm_torbyatta_ir_ too many

items,oritemswithveryhighload

ratingsto ItcouldresultInoverheating

of some Itemsortheirattm,-hmant

widng rasuNng infireorelectrical

shock.

Attempting to use the unitwhen it has

been damaged, orwhen it isnot

functioningnormally onuld msuit in

tim or electrocution.

Removal of guardin9 could expose

eisstrioslly charged compononte and

msdt in eisctrocutlon.

HOW TO PREVENT IT

Operate generator in a €lean, dry.

well vonti|ated area. Make sum

hands are dry before touching unit.

Irmpcotextension c_rds before

use and raplane with new cord if

mqulred.

Use propersize (wiregauge)

co_ism for applbaelon See chert in

the Auombly section of this

mareJaJ.

Alwaysusea €ordsethavinga

groundingwirew;thonappropriate

groundingplug. DONOTusean

ungroundedpkJg.

Place ge_leratoron low conductiv-

ity surfaoesucha.sa concrete

slab.

ALWAYSoperate generator a

minimum of six feet from any

conductive surface.

Read the load rating chart and

irmtruetlorBin the Wsttage Calcu-

lation section. Make sumthat the

summatlco of elec'zdcalloads for

all attachments does notexceed

the load rating of the generator.

Do notoperate generator with

' meohaNcel or electricalproblem.

Have unit repaired by an Autho-

rized Service Center.

Do notoperate generator with

:_mtestlvegua_ling removed.

_o41m R¢_ 0 e/Woo

4 -- ENG

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE

ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR.

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Attempting to fill the fuel tank while

the engine is running.

Sparks,fire, hotobjects

Ir_properstoregsoffuL_ '

Inadequate ventilation for generator

Tampering with factory set engine

speed settings,

Overtllling the fuel tank - fuel s_ll-

age.

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WHAT ¢OLILD HAPPEN

Gasoline end gasoline vapors san

become ignited by coming in €omact

with hot components such asthe

muffler, engine exhaust gases, or

en eled,ztcalspark,

Cigarettes, sparks, rims, or other hot

objects can cause gasolineor gaso-

linevapors to ignite.

improperlystored fuelcould load to ac-

cidental Ignliton. Fuel improperly co-

outed could get into the hands of chil-

dren or other unqualified pemor,.s.

Materials placed against or near the

generator oroperating the generato_ In

areas where the temperature exceeds

-104° F.ambient(such 8sstorage rooms

or garages)can interferewith its proper

ventilation fasfum_ causing overhast-

ing endpossible ignition of the materi-

als or buildings.

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Enginespeed has been factory set to

providesafe operation.Tampering with

the engine speed adjustment could m- ;

suit in overheatingof attachments aid

could cause a fire,

Spilledfuelenditsvaporscanbecome

ignitedfromhotsurfaces or sparks.

HOW TO II_EVERIr I1"

Turnengine off and allow It to cool

beforeeddlng fuelto the tank.Equip

area of oper_lon with a tim extin-

guishercertified to handle gasoline

or fuelfire==.

Add fuel tO tank in well ventilmed

area. Make sure there ==reno

source=of ignitionnear the genera-

tor.

8tom fuelIn aOSHA approved €on-

tainer demgned to hold gasoline.

Store containerInseems locationto

)invent use by others,

Operate generator in a oleen, dry,

well ventilated area a minimum of

four feet from any building, object

or wall, DO NOT OPEFL_TIEUNIT

INDOORS OR IN ANY CONFINED

AREA.

Never attempt to "speed-up e the

engineto obtainmore pe_/orrrmnee.

Both the output voltage end fre-

quency will foethrown out of Slrall-

dam by this practice, endangering

attachments end the user.

Use cam In fillingthe tank to avoid

spillingfuel. Meko sum fuel cap is

secured _ghtly and dteok engine

forfuel leaks before starling

engine. Move gene_dot away

from refuelingarea or any spillage

before starting engine. /_low for

fuel expansion. Keep maximum

fuel level _ inch below the tip of

the fualtank. Never refuel with the

engine running.

READ AND UND_AND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE

AT'rEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR.

Risk of Inlurv and pronertv Damage When

Transnortlna Generator

WHAT GOULD HAPPEN

Fuel or oUcan leak or q_ill end could

result in fire or breathing hazard, serf

oue Injuryor death can result. Fuel or

oil leaks will damage oarpet, paint or

other surfaces in vehicles or trailers.

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HAZARD

Rre, Inhalation, Damage to

Vehicle Surfaces

HOW TO PREVENT IT

if genemtor'is equipped with a fill

shut-off valve, turn the valve to the

off position betom transporting to

avoid fue_leaks. If generator is not

equipped with a lust shut-off valve,

dmJnthe fuelfTomtank befumVans-

porting. Transport fuel only in an

OSHA approved aonta_ner, Always

place generator on a pmmctive mat

whentransportingto protectsgs/nst

damage to vehicle from leaks. Re-

move generator _ vehicle frame-

dimly upon arrivalat your destina-

tion

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RISK OF BREATHING - INHALATION HAZARD

HAZARD

;asolineengines pmdul:e toxic oar-

_onmonoxide exhaustfumes.

WHAT _OULD HAPPEN

Breathingexhaust fumeswilloaues

riousIqlu_ or death.

HOW TO PREVENT IT

Operate generator in alean,dry,well

ventJlat_l ema. Never opem_ Unit

in enolesed aress esoh as garageS,

bm_nonts, storage, sheds, or in

amy/oca_onoocupledby hurna_ or

animals. Keep d"llldmn, pl_ and

others away from area of operating

un_

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE

ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR.

HAZARD

Operation of generator in carsiese

manner.

Operationofvoltagesensitiveappli-

ancaswithouta volfagesurge pro-

tector.

Raising or suspending generators

equipped with liftrings Improperly

Operating generator while sue-

pended

RISK OF UNSAFE OptERAT!ON

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WHAT COULD HAPPEN

All sources of energy Include the po-

tential for injury. Unstde operation or

malrdenan_e of your generator could

lead to _dous Injuryordee_l toyou or

others.

' Any gasolineoperated household gen-

eratorwJilincurvoifage variationscaus_

Ing damage to voltage sensJtlve appl-

ancse or ¢oukf result In tire.

Generator o0uld fal_Causing serious in-

jury or death to you or oth_n.

Improper raising or suspending can

cause damage to the generator.

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HOW TO PREVENT IT

• Review and undemtand aJlof

the operating instruc_ns and

warnings in this manual.

• Become familiar with the

operation and cootmls of the

generator. Know how to shut it

off quickly.

• Equip llma of operation with a

fire extinguishercertitk_ to

handle gasoline or fuel tim,

• Keep children or others away

from the generotor at all times.

Always usea U.L listedwltage ser--

sltlve surge protector to connect

voltage sensitive appliances (TV,

computer, stereo, etc.). Fagum to

use a U.L. listed voltage surge

prc_mtor will vofdthe wurranty on

your generator.

Notice: A multipleoutlet strip isnot

a surgeprotectormake sum youuse

a U.L listed voltage surge protec-

t_.

Always use proper connecting pro-

cedurse as described inthis manual

when connecting cables, chains, or

strapsforraisingor suspendinggen-

erators equipped with lift rings_

Nways use cables, chains,or straps

rated at 2000 Ibs working load or

moreto raiseor SUspasdgenerotor.

Generator willnot operate properlyand

will cause damage to the generator and

could cause sedous injury or dse_ to

you or others.

Never operate generator whlie sus-

)ended or in an unlevel position.

Always operate generate on a flat,

leveJasda_.

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE

AI"FEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR.

RISK OF HOT SURFACES

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HAZARD

Cont_ot with hat engine and genera-

tot components.

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HAZARD

Contact with moving parts can re-

sult in serious injury.

WHAT COULD HAPPEN

Co_=t with hot surfaces, suchas en-

gines exhaust components, €ould re-

sult in seriousbums.

RISK OF MOVING PAI_S

WHAT GOULD HAPPEN

The generator containsp_ts which ro-

tate at high speed during operation.

These parts am covered by guarding

to prevent injury.

I!OW TO PREVENT IT

During operation, touch only the

€ontrol surfaces of the generator.

Keep children away from the gen-

erator at alltimes. They may not be

able to recognizethe hazardsofthis

product.

HOW TO PREVENT IT

Never operate generatorwith gusrd-

ing or cover plates removed. Avoid

wearing loosefftUng'-JothlngorJew-

elrywhich could be caught by mov-

ing parts,

HAZARD

Lifting8 veryheavyobject.

RISK FROM UFTING

WHAT €OULD HAPPEN

8edous injuryran resultfrom attempt-

Ing to lifttoo heavyon ol_act.

HOW TO PREVENTrr

The generator is too heavy to be

lifted by one person. Obtain e,_i_-

tance from others before you try to

move it.

CARTON CONTENTS

1 - Generat_

1 - Parts Bag

1 - Owner'l MamJZd

1 - Parts Box

I - 8/tG-18 • :1.4b I - Star Wudler 1- 8/t Ik.18

r.ap Z_,mm Lock Nuls 2-Wlme rods

,0 0 I @" _ _ I@

1 _Jllack Negative nntleW Cable (bla_M

t - "L" Ba4tmy Ilmcket

t - P.edPodd_ BeUeW c_e (me) w_h b*u,ny Ix_s

_, "_ _ _ iiHi]JrflNlUflliflllllllillli111l I

2 - BateW Bolt HoM Pewn

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Read owner's rnenual. Do notattempt to operate equipment untilyou have read Owne_ ]

Manual for Safety, Assembly, Opomtlon, Maintenenea, Storage Irlstruc_ions.

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TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY

1- Box Cutter or Knife

2 - 9/16 "Wrenches

2 - 1/2" Wrenches

1 - 1' thick x 1' square piece of wood

REMOVE GENERATOR FROM CARTON

* Open carton from top.

• Cut carton along dotted lines.

Remove allcarton inserts.

* Remove generator through opening in carton.

, Using a9/16 inch socket remove the two shipl_ng

blocks from under the generator head. Unscrew

the bolts and remove the wood blocks. No'rE It

isvery Important that these are removed before

starting your generator.

IMPORTAJI_h Before any attempt to start your genera-

tor be sure to check engine oil (See Adding Engine Oil

paragraph in _e Operation section on page 14 of th/s

manual.)

INSTALLATION OF BATTFJ:IY

Recommended Battery for Electric Start: 12V - 45 A H.

or 210 CCA (Cold Cranking Amps)

Purchase bake W and battery hardware separately, not

included with unit,

Place batfeP/in reck with terminals faning l_wards

generator head.

Place better/" bracket _ over battery as shown

(opposite battery terminals).

"7)

Place "L° belt (B) through top and bottom brack-

ets end aeoure with wing nut(C).

• Locate the solenoid on the left side of the unit.

/ S,cdenold

Lawn & Garden baitarlea

_in come In two terminal configurations. The

Positive (÷) and Negative (-) terfninale can be

oriented so that they ere +/- or -/÷. In the

unlikely event that the bartmy termlnale amp

unmarked, we nmommeed that you return _m

battery to the retailer for exchange for 8 Imp

erly marked battery or let an authorized service

center Install the battery for you, Failure to

connect the battery properly can possibly

cause bodily Injury. In addition, extensive

engine electrical damage nat be covered under

w_rranty ©an result,

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the red _osit_e) cable to the positive (÷)

terminld before ¢enneclfng the binck negative

I cable.

• Remove the nut from the solenoid post closest to

the engine. Place one end of the pcaitive (red)

battery cable onto the post. Reassemble nut ar)d

tighten securely.

* Slide protective cover over solenoid post,

8efeneld

• Attach the other end of the positive (red)batt_m_f

cable to the positive {+)terminal on the battery.

lO -- ENG

NOTE: Make aura red batteey boots cover

positive battery oable ton'ninals at battery mid

emkmoid

Attimh one end of the negatNe (black) cable te the

negative (-) terminal on the battery.

Attach the other end of the negative (blaok)cable

to the tYanteas shown. Install the star washer

between the cable and the frame,

IMPORTAN'r: See Caution on page 10

before assembling batter/.

GROUNDING THE GENERATOR

A grounding lug IssuppNed with the generator for use

when required by ]oQelelectrical ordinances. Refer to

article 250 of the National Ek_ctrlcalCode to clarity

any needed grounding information. Your Ioeel electric

oompany or s certified electflclan should be able to

help you with this informetlon.

NOTE:Yourengineisalready g_undedtOthe frame

bya groundingstrap.

INSTALLING WHEEL KIT

The Craftsman Wheel Kit was dse|gned to gmmly

improve the portabll/ty of your generator.

JI UlJ?-'o

kit. Fall

engine.

assembling the portability

kit. Failure to die so will cause damxge to the

NOTE: AJwaysfollow stets regulations for proper ell

dispcesi.

Place generator on level ground; d_dn allgas and

oil fromthe engine (sea engine manual for ocrmct

pressure).

• Piaceal'thiokxl"squampleceofwoodonthe

ground In front ofthe engine, With the help of

11 -- ENG

anether potash. _t the generat_ and rset the

rm_l abl_er en the wood. _ This will support

the gaecane engine dudnO n_mrnbly and meke

assembly easier.

• Plaoe ahandle cap (7) onto _ end of handle

prior toInatalletfon,

• The handle should be installed on the eleetdcal

outlet end of the generator.. Place one washer (12)

on long cap screws (1t). Align the handle brack-

ets with the upper holes pro-drilled in the gerlem-

forframe. Place mentioned screws through frame

and handle brackets. Secure with lock nuts

(8)and tighten.

• Locate the engine support. Place one wheel

_'ackst (4) 0_1top of support as shown in Ilisetra-

tion. Align with the pre,.drilledholes in support.

Piece 2 cap screws (9) through holes in bracket

and support. Secure with 2 lock nuts (8)end

tighten.

• Insert nee shoulder bolt (2) into Wheel (1). Insert

threaded end of her through wheel bracket,

secure with look nut (3) and tighten. NOTE: The

wheel wHI not rub frame If instannod properly,

• Repeat the above steps for the opposite side.

• insert the threaded stud of rubber foot (10)

through the middle hole of the foot bracket (5),

Secure with lock nut (8) and t_ghten.

• Lecete the support under the elestrioal outlet end

of the generator. Positionfoot bracket (5), with

rubber foot instead, under the support and al)gn

the holes In the foot bracket (5) with the slots in

the support. Place one sap screw (9) through each

slot in the support end the holes in the foot

bracket. Secure with the lock nuts (8) and tighten.

• Once completed, the wheel Mt is ready for use,

DtoJ|lr _o_

KNOW YOUR GENERATOR

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Read this Owner'_ Manual and Safety Rules before operation of your Generator. Compare this illustre

lion with your generator to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adiustments. Save the

manual for future references.

FUEL CAP

FUEL TANK

120 VOLT RE

CHOKESWITCH

AIR CLEANER

2.40VO

CIRCUIT BREAKERS

OFF/RUN/START

SWITCH

ENGINE OIL FILL

FUEL TANK- Capacity of 7 US gallons,

CHOKE SWITCH- Lever used to start cold engirle.

ENGINE OIL FILL- Place where engine oil is poured.

ENGINE OFF/RUN/START SWITCH- Used to start

and stop engine,

CIRCUIT BREAKER_ Each receptacle has a circuit

breaker _o protect the generator from overloading,

120 VOLT RECEPTACLES- Used to supply 2750 watts

of electrical power per receptacle or a combination of

5500 watts on the 120 side for operations. Protected by

circuit breakers.

240 VOLT TWISTLOCK RECEPTACLE- Used to

supply 5500 watts of electrical power for' operations.

Protected by circuit breakers.

AIR CLEANER- includes filter element and foam

pro-cleaner that limits the amount of dirt that enters

the engine.

RECEPTACLES

Your generator isequipped with duplex 120 volt

receptacles end a twiatlock 240 volt receptacle,

The unit is also equipped with circuit breakers to

protect the generator against electrical overload. If the

circuit breaker, trips, unplug electrical load from

receptacle. Let circuit breaker cool down and then

push circuit breaker button to re, st.

b2f_,_m a.- I,lw#n,j 12 _ ENG

LOW OIL SHUTDOWN

Your Craftsmen generator engine isequipped with

Low Oil Shutdown. Low (311Shutdown isa safety

device designed to protest your engine from damage

Jnthe event the oltlevel in the crankosee is low.

If while the engine isrunning, the oll gets low,it will

automatically shut itself down and will net msteft until

the oil isadded. If the oHis low before start-up, the

generator willnot start until oll isadded.

NOTE: The Low Oil Shutdown mechanism is very sen-

sitive. You must fill the engine to the _Jll mark on the

dipatk::kto inactivate tl'dssidaty devicEL

GENERATOR CAPACITY

Exceeding the rated capacity of your generator can

result in serious damage to your generator and

connected eleotdaal devices. You shouldobserve the

following to prevent overloading the unit:

• Starting end running w,=ttage requimrnents should

always be e_lculated when matching a generators

wattage capacity to the 8pplianoeor tool.

There ere two types of elantricel appliances that

can be powered by your gerlerator:

A. Items such as radios, light bulbs, tdevision

sets. end mk=roweves have a "resistive lead'.

Starting wattage and runningwattage am the

SI_TIO,

B. Items such as refrigerators, sir compressors,

washer, dryer, and hand tools that use an

elantdcal motor have an "induotlva load".

Inductive load appHan_se and tools require

approximately 2 to 4 times the listed wattage

for _ the equipment. This initial load

only lasts for a few seconds on atart-up but is

very important when figuringyour total

wattage to be used.

NOTE: Some inductive appliances and tools will list

on the motor name plate, the turfing and running

voltage and amperage requirements. Use the follow-

ing formula to convert voltage and amperage to

wattage: (Volts XAmp = Watts)

', Always start your large.st electric motor first, and

then plug in other items, one at a time.

NOTE: On 120-volt loads the maximum starting watt-

age should NOT exceed one half of the rated generator

wattage. Example: a 5000 rated wattage generator ==

2500 maximum starting wattage.

The guide isprovided to assist you in determining the

appliances end tools that can be ran with the wattage

capec;ityofyour generator.

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OBTAINING ELECTRICITY FROM

GENERATOR

There am baskmlly two ways to obtain eleot_o{tyform

• generator:

- Use of extension cords directly from the genera-

tor to the appliance, lights, tools, etc.

Use of a double-throw transfer switoh installed

directlyto the rosin electrical supply outside of

the house.

Extension Cord

When using an appliance st'fed at s €onsiderable

distance from the generator, a 3-wire extension cord

that has e 3-blade grounding plug and • 3-slot

reeeptocis that accepts the toors plug MUST be

used in order to reduce the riskof electrioal shock.A

cord ofadequate size must be used. A mLnlmum of 12

gauge wire size with at least • 20 amp draw can be

used. When amperage exceeds 20 amps e 10 gauge

wim size should be used.

I hot

Repstr or replace damaged exfenston €olds

Immediately.

13 -- ENG ezo4Ja_1,,v.o_

Connecting Generator To Main Electrical

Supply

PotantfaJhazards exist whorl s electrical generator is

oonnected to the main elecVtaal supply oomleg into

the house. It isst that point that the generator could

feed back intothe utility company's system causing

pogldble electrocution of workers who am repaJltng

electrical lines, Toavoid beck feeding of ele,.-td_ty into

utility systems, a double-throw transfer switch

should be installedbetween the generator and utif;ty

power. This device should be inst-Jled by a licensed

electrician and in compliance with all local eisctdcal

codes.

NOTE: When installing a Double-Throw Transfer

Switch. a minimum of 10 gauge wiring must be used.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

Alwayscheck engineo, level

before every start. Running

engine low of ell or out of oil could result in

serious damage to the engine.

Adding EngineOn

Your generator has been elllpped without oil in the

engine. Begin by removing the oil dipstick end plug.

Start pouring the oil In slowly.

The engine will hold approximately 28 ounce4;of oil. To

check the oil,clean end replace the dipstick. Do not

s_rewthe dip stinkin when checking the ONlevel. NeXt,

removethe dipstick to check the level. The oil dipstick

iselasdy marked with lines that tell you when the

engine hasenough oil. Do not fill sb;'ve this point.

NOTE: When adding ollto the engine_ar_,..case, usea

high quality detergent eli classified "For Service

SF,SG,SH" ratedSAE30 weight. Usenospadaladd_ve_

Selecttheoil'sviscoldtygrade accordingto yourexpected

operating temperatures.

• Remove gas cap.

Add unJeadedgasoline, alowty, to fuel tank.

Use (:lean,fresh, mgulor unleaded gaecllne with a

minimum of 85 ootane. Do not mix oil with gasoline.

Never fill fuel tank €orn-

plntely. Fill tank to 1/2"

below the bottam of the filler neck to provide

spaoe for fuel expansion. Wipe any fuel spillage

from engine and equipment bofum starting

eng ,k_e.

Do not overfill.

migine hi running or hot. DO not smoke when

filling fuel tank.

To Start Your Generator

inenclosed, poor ventUated

m, fingine athaust contains cerben monox-

ide, en odorless end doa_qy gas.

IMPORTANT;. Make sum the battery is properly

serviced, fully charged, end assembled before starting.

• Open the fuel shut-Off valve. Turn counter clock-

wise until the valve stops,

Move the choke control located on the engine to

"FULL CHOKE" pasRIon.

_t_ _lmm; plmt_4

Gasoline

Your generator engine is 4 cycle. Use unleaded fuel

only.Never mix ell with gasoline.

0zo41t _0_m0 14 -- ENG

NOTE: No choke is required on wa_n ehginex. Mike

surechoke isin the "NO CHOKE" posRIon on warm

engine atal_,

[ I_KM,_UlIII[II¢I ¢ou Mus'r unplug any load

I lmll_lll:l from the geosr_or before

| tarring to prevent pern-4nent damage Io any

I applisn©es.

For electric start:

Plaoe OFFIRUN/START sw)tsh in the START

position.

NOTE: When the engine starl_ the switch will

remain in the RUN position.

F_ rm=_ sta_'.

Place OFFIRUN/STARI" switch in the RUN posi-

tion.

STOPPING ENGINE

• Dlscoonect all elecffical loads.

* "nJrrlOFF/RUN/START switohto 'oFF" position.

Cle=mfuel shut-off valve.

indoors, or in enclosed, poorly ventilated orees or

where fuel fum_ may reach an open {lame.

Grasp handle on rope starter lind pull slowly until

roslatance isfelt. Let the rope rewind slowly. Pull

rope with a rapid full arm stroke. Let rope rewind

slowly. Repeat if necessa W,

NOTE: IF ENGINE OIL LEVEL IS TOO LOW, EN-

GINE WILL NOT START. CHECK OIL LEVEL AND

ADD IF NECESSARY,

When engine warms up, gradually push choke

control In to the N° CHOKE posit!on.

IMPORTANT: Allow generator to run at no load

for 5 minutes upon eilch Initial start-up to allow

engine end generator to stabilize,

CONNECTING ELECTRICAL LOADS

• Lat onglne mn and warm up for five minutes after

aterdng with noelectrical lead.

COnnect loads in the following manner to prevent

damage to equipment:

• Connect inductive IoQdequipment first, inductive

loads oon_;at of refrigerators, freezers, water

pumps, air conditionem, or small hand toots.

Connect the items that requirethe most wattage

first.

• Connect the lights next.

Voltage sensitive equipment should be the last

equipment oonnectad to the generator. Plug

voltage sensitive appliances such at TV's, VCR's.

mi_rowavos, over.s, oomputem, and cordless

telephones into a UL listed voltage surge protec-

tor, then oonne_t the UL Ilstad voltage surge

protector to the genmtor.

IMPORTANT: You should always add up the rated

watts of all lights,tools and appllan_s you are

powedng at one tim, Thistotal should not

exceed the rated oapacPffof you generator or

olmuit breaker rating of the receptaole supplying

power.

15 --L:NG O_4Nq,_oul_

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TABLE ., ,

M_NTENAN_T_K

Checko_IIovsl

.Chwlge oli

creanAlr RlterAasembTy

CheckSpark Plug

PrepareUnitforStorage

Before each

UsD

EveryaS

Hours of Every

Season

Sea Nollm2

Bvory50

Horn of Evew

Seea_

_ Note I

Every 100

Houm of Every

Season

X x ,

Prepare unit for storage if it is to remain idle for more than 30 dayo.

Note 1: Change oil after first two (2)operating houm and every50 operating hours thenmfter, more oftenif operated

in extreme dusty or dirtyconditions.

Note 2: Check oil _ler S hours of operation (See the Oil paragraph on page 15 ofthis section)

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty of the generator does notcover items

that have Peon eubje¢'md to operator abuse or negli-

gence. Toreceive full valuefrom the warranty, opera-

tor must maintain the generator as instructed inthis

manual.

Someadjustmentswillneedto bemadeperiodicallyto

maintainyourgenerator.

GENERATOR MAINTENANCE

Your generator should be kept clean and dry at all

times. The generator should not be stored or oper-

ated in environments that include _cesslve moisture,

dust or any corrosive vapom. If these substanoes we

on the generator, eleen with a cloth or soft bristle

brush. DO not use a garden hose or anyU1ingwith

water pressure to clean the generator. Water may

enter the cooling air slo_ and could possiblydamage

the rotor,stator end the internal windingsof the

generator head,

All adjustments in the Malntananoe section of this

manual should be made at least once eanh smmon.

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

NOTIG_ Maintenanoe, mplacemeet _trspalr ofthe

emission _troi devices and rams may be

performed by any nooroed engine repatt mdabllahment

or indMdual. Howe--, to obtoln no _mRle mpaim

under 1shetmlns and provlkllonll of _ ehg_ne

mamJ_aoturers warranty ststoment_ any servloe or

pertm.med by a tom_ory astlmdamd dealer.

0il

OII level _'_uld be shacked priorto each use and

at least every 5 hours of operation. Toshack oil

SeeAdding Engine O|1paragraph in the Operation

section on page 14.

Changing Engine Oil

For a new engine, change oil after the first 2 oparatlRg

hours. Thereafter, change oil after every 50 hours of

operation.

Change the oil while the engine is stillwarm. The all

willflow freely and catty away more impurities. Make

sure the engine is level when filling,checking or

changing OIL

Change the oil aa follows:

* To keep dirt, grass clippings, etc. out of _le

englne_otsanthe area around the drain plug and

dlpstickbefore removing it.

. Remove the oil dr_n plug and dipstick. Tilt the

engine slightlytowerde the oil drain to obtain

better drainage. Be sure to allow ample time for

complete drainage.

0_o4. _oem,o 16 -- ENG

Reinstall the drain plug. Make lure it istightened

securely.

Fillthe erankeaee with new oil of the proper type

(See Adding Engine Oil In the Operation Section),

to the Full msrk on the dipstick, Always oheck the

level with the dipstick before adding. more oil.

securely.

Service Air Cleaner

NOTE: Do not use petroleum solvents, e.g.. kerosene.

which will cause the cartridge to deteriorate. Do not

use pressurized airto clean cartridge. Pressurized air

Can damage the cartridge,

To _Jce air cleaner follow these stops:

Unscrew wing nut. Remove cover and air (:leaner

eartddge.

• Remove cartridge from €over.

To service cartridge, dean by rapping gently on a flat

servioe, DOnot oil cartridge, Replaoe If dirtyor dam-

aged.

Replaoe air cleaner r.,e_fdge. Place (:ever over

cartridge and tighten nutfinger tight and then turn

it one more complete turn.

PAPER FIL'nER

HUT

Glean Guard/Muffler

Do not ,,Jeanwtth a fomeful _otay of water hecause

water oould oont_nlnate fuel system, With a brush or

cloth clean finger guard after every use to prevent

engJrmdamage caused by overheating. Before running

engine, clean muffler area to remove all €ombustll:de

debds.

Clean and Replace Spark Plug

Check spark plug yearly or every 100 opamtiog hours.

• Clean area around spark p_ug.

• Remove and inspect spark plug.

• Replace spark plug If electrodes are pitted, burned

or porcelain iscracked. For replacement USe

Champion RJI?LM resistor spark plug.

• Check electrode gap with wire feeler gauge and

set gap .030 if necessary.

• Install spark, tighten secure/y.

_lSm4

WlM_

17 -- ENG _o41e_,_o_v_

Garburetor

The carbumtur of your generator is pm-_at at the fag-

tory. The o_oumtor should notbe tampered wl_ Ifyour

generator is used at an altitude in excess of 4000 font

performance may be affected. If so consult with your

nearestCraftsman ServiceCenter regardinghighaltitude

sat oh_nges.

Governor

Your engine governor maintains the oonstant operating

speed of your generator. DO NOT tamper with the en-

gine governor which is factory set for pl'oper engine

speed.

Over_=sedlngyourengineabesefactoP/highq=endset-

tlagcan be dangerousand couldpossiblycauseper

eenalInjuryor propertydamage If you be,evethe an=

ginsisrunningtoofastorslow,takeyourgeneratortoa

AuthorizedCraftsmanServiceCenterforrepairand ad-

justment

_r_j_ Low engine speeds Impose a

_heavyload on the engine and ]

when aufflelent power Is not available the engine I

I life could be .hortaned. I

If you am going to stere your generator for more then

30 days. use the following information as a guide to

)mpare the generator fOrstorage.

Never store generator with

- - - fuel in the tank Indoors er

in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas, where

fumes can reach an open time, qpark or pilot

light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes

dryer or other gas appliances.

Engine Preparation

Add fuel stabilizerto fuel tank to minimize the

formation of fuel gum doposRs during storage.

• Run engine at least 10 minutes afteradding

atabillzel" to allow Itto enter the fuel mjatera.

Disoonnent the spark plug wire and remove the

spark plug.

Add one teaspoon of oll through the spark plUg

hole

Pku_ rag over eperk plug hole and pull the recoil a

few times to lubricate the oombustion chamber.

Replene the _ plug, but do notconnect the

spark plug wire

NOTE: If a fuel stabilir.e_"isnot used, all gasolinemust

be drained fromthe tank end carburetor to prevem gum

depOsitsfrom forming on these parts and causing pos-

sible malfunction of the engine

Generator

Clean the generator as outlined in the Generator

Melntananee paragraph on page 18

- Check that coolingair slots end openings on

generator are open end unobstructed.

Battery

• Store battery as described by the battery menu-

factumr.

NOTE: After sterlng battery for ellong period oftime it

may lose it's charge, ff the battery loses it's r,harge,

manually start the engine with the battery connected.

The engine will recharge me battery en It runs

_ P_ __WWJ 1B -- ENQ

PROBLEM

EnsUewdJ'not=tart

No elecfK_aloutput

Repeatedcircuitbreaker

tripping

Genorator overheating the

circuit I_oaker depressed

i iii n • ii

CAUSE

1. Low on fuel or o11.

2. Igrdtion switch In "Off' position.

3. Faultyep_k p|ug.

4. Choke Inwrong position.

5. Fuel shut-off valve in do_md

position.

8. Unit loaded during start-up.

7. Spark plug wire loose.

1. Faulty reaep_acla.

2, Circuit breaker kicked out.

3. Oefectlve capacitor.

4. Faulty power oord,

5. GFCI receptacle c/muir breaker

kicked out.

1. Ovadoad

2. Faulty cords or equipment.

1. Generator overloaded.

2. Insufficient ventilation.

CORRECT/ON

1. Add fuol or oil.

2. Tumto 'ON' polltlon

3. Replace spark plug.

4. Adjust choke accon:lingly.

5. Open fuel shut-off valve.

6, Remove load from unit.

7. Attach wire to spark plug.

1. HaveAuthodzed Sears Service

Center replace.

2. Depress and reset.

3. Have Authodzad Sears Service

Centor replace capacitor,

4. Repair or replace cord.

S, Det_mw and _et.

1. Reduce load.

2. Cheokfordamaged,bare,or

frayedwireson equipment.

Replace.

1, R_uoaload.

2. Move to adequate supply of

fresh air.

ii =l

19 -- ENG _u e,,,,.owL_o

CRAFTSMAN BIOO QIINliR_'I'OR SIQ.IIIIIBO

No_

m _ NUMa_

FUELTANKSCREWS 81896680

FUELTANK G8-0795

FUELGAP GS-O443

FUELHOSE GS-0P.,25

FUELLINECLAMP GS.0227

DRAINCOCKGROMMET GS.0448

FUEl.SHUT-OFFVALVE GS-0437

ENOCOVER G8-0077

SCREW#10-24x 9/16 SSF-553-1

ISOLATOR GS..0033

WASHER1-1/20D SSN-1014-ZN

LOCKNUT_-16 SSF.8111-ZN

GROUNDLUG GS-0117

SCREW5/16-18 x 3/4 SS-12=CD

SCREW3/8-18 x I 68F-3140-ZN

NUT5/16'-18 $8F-8150

SCREW,HEXHEAD5/16-18 8SF-99S-1

LOCKWASHER BEN-1819-ZN

GROUNDSTRAP GS,-0110

._'_IGIN_e(modelHM100-159462R)

FRAMEASSEMBLY D20_4

HEATSHiB.D GS_-I

SCREW5/18-18 X .5 SSF_541)

PANELASSEMI_.y D20528

SPACER_IGINE GS,.0746

WASHER.87500.3751D .083"11,-IK .S_hF832

LABEL,OPERATION LA-3O29-1

LABEL.WARNING LA-2911

LABEL,PANEl. 1:)20502

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