Craftsman 580.675611 Owner's manual

Brand: Craftsman

Model: 580.675611

Category: Power generators

Type: Owner's manual

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Before usingthis product, readthis

manualand follow all SafetyRules

and Operating Instructions.

_i._i]AVERTISSEMENT

Avant d'utiliser ceproduit, veuillez lire le

manuelet suivre toutes les directives

relatives_1la s6curit6et _1I'utilisation.

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Thisgeneratoris ratedandcertifiedto becompliantwithCSA(CanadianStandardsAssociation)standard022.2No.100-04(motorsand

generators).

Lescaract6ristiquesnominalesetla certificationdecetteg6n6ratricesontconformesAla normeC22.2No.100-04(moteursetg6n6ratrices)

deI'ACNOR(Associationcanadiennedenormalisation).

Sears Canada, Jnc.

Visit ourCraftsman wehsite:www.sears.ca

Part No. 201895GS Draft A (02/04/2008)

WARRANTY..................................... 2

SAFETYRULES................................. 3-5

FEATURESAND CONTROLS........................ 6

ASSEMBLY.................................... 7-9

OPERATION................................. 10-13

SPECIFICATIONS................................ 14

MAINTENANCE............................... 15-18

STORAGE...................................... 19

TROUBLESHOOTING............................. 20

NOTES........................................ 21

SCHEMATIC/WIRINGDIAGRAM.................. 22-23

REPLACEMENTPARTS......................... 24-33

EMISSIONSSYSTEMWARRANTY................ 34-35

FRAN_AIS................................... 36-59

HOWTOORDERPARTS................... BACKPAGE

OHE-YEARFULLWARRANTYOHCRAFTSMANGENERATOR

If this generator fails dueto a defectin material or workmanship within oneyear from the dateof purchase,return it to any

Searsstore, other Craftsmanoutlet, or Sears Parts & RepairCenter in the United Statesor Canadafor free repair (or

replacementif repair proves impossible).

Additional One-Year Limited Warranty on Craftsman Generator

Forthe second year from the dateof purchase,ifany part ofthis generator fails dueto a defect in material or workmanship, a

new part will be supplied free of charge. You must paythe labor cost ifyou wish to haveit installed.

All warranty coverageappliesfor only 90 days from date of purchase if this generator is ever usedfor commercial or rental

purposes.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also haveother rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada MSB 288

,_ Thisisthe safetyalert symbol,it isused to alert youtopotentialpersonalinjuryhazards.

Obeyall safetymessagesthatfollow this symbolto avoidpossibleinjuryordeath.

[ _-!] Read thismanual carefully and become familiar

...................withyourgenerator. Knowits applications,its

limitations,and any hazardsinvolved.

Thesafety alert symbol (_1_)is usedwith a signal word

(DANGER,CAUTION,WARNING),a pictorial and/or a safety

messageto alert you to hazards.DANGERindicatesa hazard

which, if not avoided, will result in deathor serious injury.

WARNINGindicatesa hazardwhich, if not avoided, could

result in deathor serious injury. CAUTIONindicatesa hazard

which, if not avoided, might result in minor or moderate

injury. NOTICEindicatesa situation that could result in

equipment damage.Follow safety messagesto avoid or

reducethe risk of injury or death.

WARHIHG

Theengine exhaustfrom thisproductcontains

chemicalsknowntothe State of California tocause

cancer,birthdefects, orotherreproductiveharm.

WARNING

This generatordoes not meetU. S.Coast Guard Regulation

330FR-183 and should not be usedon marine applications.

Failureto usethe appropriate U. S. CoastGuardapproved

generator could result in bodily injury and/or property damage.

Hazard Symbolsand Meanings

ToxicFumes

Fire

HazardousChemical Electrical Shock

Explosion Operator's Manual

Moving Parts FlyingObjects

Kickback HotSurface

DAHGER

Contentsare harmful or fatal if swallowed. Avoid

_ ontact to eyes, skin or clothing. DO NOT take

internally. Avoid breathing the mist or vapor.

Overexposure to eyes or skin can cause irritation.

Keep stabilizer out of the reach of children.

Fuel stabilizer is a hazardous chemical.**

o FreshStartTM fuel cap is designed to hold acartridge which

contains fuel stabilizer.

o If SWALLOWED,call physician immediately. DONOTinduce

vomiting. If inhaled, remove to fresh air. In case of eye or skin

contact, flush with water for 15 minutes.

* Store unopenedcartridges in a cool, dry, well ventilated area.

Keepopen cartridge in fuel cap, andfuel cap closed on fuel tank

when not in use.

o In the caseof an emergency,contact aphysician immediately

andcall 1-800-424-9380 for material safety information.

**Fuel stabilizer contains: 2,6-di-tret-butylphenol (128-39-2) and alipbatic petroleum

distillate (64742-47-8).

Using a generator indoors CAN KiLL YOU iN MINUTES.

Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is

a poison you cannot see or smeJJ.

NEVER use inside a home

or garage, EVEN IF doors

and windows are open.

Only use OUTSIDE and

far away from windows,

doors, and vents=

WARHIHG

Runningenginesgive off carbon monoxide, an

_ dorless,colorless, poison gas.

Breathingcarbon monoxide can cause headache,

Iatigue,dizziness,vomiting, confusion, seizures,

nausea_fainting or death.

* OperategeneratorONLYoutdoors.

* Installa batteryoperatedcarbonmonoxidealarmnearthe

bedrooms.

* Keepexhaustgasfrom enteringaconfinedareathrough

windows,doors,ventilationintakes,or otheropenings.

* DONOTstartor runengineindoorsor in anenclosedarea,

evenif windowsanddoorsareopen,includingthegenerator

compartmentof arecreationalvehicle(RV).

WARHIHG

Generator produces powerful voltage.

_.¢ Failure to isolate generator from power utility can

result in death or injury to electric utility workers

due to backfeed of electrical enerqy.

• When using generator for backup power, notify utility company.

Use approvedtransfer equipment to isolate generator from

electric utility.

• Use aground circuit fault interrupter (GFCI)in any damp or

highly conductive area, such as metal deckingor steelwork.

• DO NOTtouch barewires or receptacles.

• DO NOTusegenerator with electrical cords which areworn,

frayed, bare or otherwise damaged.

• DO NOToperate generator in the rain or wet weather.

• DO NOThandlegenerator or electrical cords while standing in

water, while barefoot, or while hands or feet arewet.

• DO NOTallow unqualified persons or children to operate or

servicegenerator.

WARHIHG

Startercord kickback(rapid retraction) can result

in bodily injury. Kickbackwill pull handand arm

_,_< toward engine faster than you can let go.

Brokenbones, fractures, bruises, or sprains

could result.

• When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistanceis felt

andthen pull rapidly to avoid kickback.

• NEVERstart or stop engine with electrical devices plugged in

andturned on.

WARNING

_,,_s Contact with muffler result in serious

area can

burns.

f'_ Exhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibles,structures or damagefuel tank causing a fire.

* DO NOTtouch hot parts andAVOID hot exhaust gases.

* Allow equipment to cool before touching.

. Keepat least 5feet (1.5 m) of clearanceon all sides of

generator including overhead.

. Codeof FederalRegulation (CFR)Title 36 Parks, Forests,and

Public Property require equipment powered by an internal

combustion engine to have aspark arrester, maintained in

effective working order, complying to USDAForestservice

standard 5100-1C or later revision. Inthe State of California a

spark arrester is requiredunder section 4442 of the California

Public resources code. Other statesmay havesimilar laws.

WARHIHG

_ Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and

explosive.

Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or

death.

WHENADDINGORDRAININGFUEL

* Turn generator OFFand let it cool at least 2 minutes before

removing fuel cap. Loosencap slowly to relievepressure in

tank.

* Fill or drain fuel tank outdoors.

* DONOToverfill tank. Allow space for fuel expansion.

* Iffuel spills, wait until it evaporatesbefore starting engine.

* Keepfuel away from sparks, openflames, pilot lights, heat,and

other ignition sources.

* DONOTlight a cigarette or smoke.

WHENSTARTINGEQUIPMENT

* Ensure spark plug, muffler, fuel cap, andair cleaner arein

place.

* DO NOTcrank enginewith spark plug removed.

WHENOPERATINGEQUIPMENT

* DONOTtip engine or equipment at anglewhich causesfuel to

spill.

. DO NOTchoke carburetor to stop engine.

* This generator is notfor use in mobile equipment or marine

applications.

WHENTRANSPORTINGOR REPAIRINGEQUIPMENT

* Transport/repair with fuel tank EMPTYor with fuel shutoff valve

OFF.

. Disconnect spark plug wire.

WHENSTORINGFUELOR EQUIPMENTWITH FUELIN TANK

* Store away from furnaces, stoves,water heaters,clothes

dryers, or other appliancesthat have pilot light or other ignition

source becausethey can ignite fuel vapors.

WARHIHG

_ Unintentional sparking can result in fire or

_¢ electric shock.

WHENADJUSTINGORMAKING REPAIRSTO YOURGENERATOR

* Disconnectthe spark plug wire from the spark plug and place

the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

WHENTESTINGFORENGINESPARK

* Use approved spark plug tester.

* DONOTcheck for sparkwith spark plug removed.

WARHIHG

Starter and other rotating parts canentanglehands, hair, clothing, or accessories.

* NEVERoperate generator without protective housing or covers.

* DO NOTwear loose clothing, jewelry or anything that may be

caught in the starter or other rotating parts.

* Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.

CAUTION

Excessively high operating speeds increase risk of injury

and damage to generator.

Excessively low speeds impose a heavy_load.

DONOTtamper with governed speed.Generator supplies

correct ratedfrequency andvoltage when running at governed

speed.

DO NOTmodify generator in anyway.

NOTICE

Exceeding generators wattage/amperage capacity can

damage generator and/or electrical devices connected to it.

See Don't OverloadGenerator.

Start generator and let engine stabilize beforeconnecting

electrical loads.

Connectelectrical loads in OFFposition, then turn ONfor

operation.

Turn electrical loads OFFand disconnect from generator before

stopping generator.

NOTICE

Improper treatment of generator can damage it and shorten

its life.

Use generator only for intended uses.

Ifyou have questions about intended use, ask dealer or contact

Sears.

Operategeneratoronly on level surfaces.

DONOTexpose generator to excessive moisture, dust, dirt, or

corrosive vapors.

DONOT insert any objects through cooling slots.

Ifconnected devices overheat, turn them off anddisconnect

them from generator.

Shut off generator if:

-electrical output is lost;

-equipment sparks, smokes, or emits flames;

-unit vibrates excessively.

This equipment is designed to be used with Searsauthorized

parts ONLY.If equipment is used with parts that DO NOT

comply with minimum specifications, userassumes all risks

and liabilities.

KNOWYOUROEHERATOR

I!__-!i] Read the Operator'sManual and safety rulesbeforeoperating yourgenerator.

Comparethe illustrations with your generatorto familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and

adjustments. Savethis manualfor future reference.

SparkArrester Muffler

\_. \ On/OffSwitch

FuelTank ,

Recoil Starter

Stat StationTM

120 Volt AC, 20 Amp

Duplex Receptacles

DataTag

Air Cleaner

Choke Lever

FuelValve

Oil FillCap

Double Pole Circuit

Breaker(AC)

Grounding Fastener

120/240 Volt AC,

30 Amp Receptacle

120 Volt AC,20 Amp, Duplex Receptacles -- May be used

to supply electrical power for the operation of 120 Volt AC,

20 Amp, single phase, 60 Hzelectrical, lighting, appliance,

tool and motor loads.

120/240 Volt AC,30 AmpLockingReceptacle -- May be

usedto supply electrical powerfor the operation of

120 and/or 240 Volt AC,30 Amp, single phase,60 Hz

electrical, lighting, appliance,tool and motor loads.

Air gleaner -- Protects engine by filtering dust and debris

out of intake air.

ChokeLever-- Usedwhen starting a cold engine.

Data Tag -- Provides model, revision and serial number of

generator. Pleasehavethese readily availablewhen calling

for assistance.

DoublePole Circuit Breaker (AC)-- A double pole circuit

breakeris provided to protect all the receptaclesand

generatoragainst electrical overload.

FuelTank-- Capacityof five (5) U.S.gallons.

FuelValve-- Usedto turn fuel supply onand off to engine.

GroundingFastener-- Consultyour local agency having

jurisdiction for grounding requirementsin your area.

Oil Fill Cap-- Checkand fill engine with oil here.Seepage

16 for oil recommendationsand filling instructions.

On/OffSwitch -- Setthis switch to "On"before using recoil

starter. Setswitch to "Off"to switch off engine.

Recoil Starter -- Usedto start the engine.

Spark ArrestorMuffler -- Exhaustmuffler lowers engine

noiseand is equipped with a spark arrester screen.

StatStationTM -- Displaysthe electrical load on generator

basedon output frequency. It also hasa built in maintenance

reminder.

Your Craftsmangenerator requiressome assembly and is

readyfor useonly after it has beenproperly serviced with the

recommendedoil and fuel.

If you haveany problemswith the assembly of your

generater, please call the generator helpline at

1-800-222-3136.

Unpacking the Generator

f. Setthe carton on a rigid fiat surface.

2. Removeeverything from carton except generator.

3. Opencarton compbtely by cutting eachcorner from top

to bottom.

4. Leavegeneratoron carton to installwheel kit.

Carton Contents

Checkall contents against those listed below:

* Main unit

* Engineoil

* Operator's manual

* Wheel kit

* Adapter cord set

If any parts are missing or damaged,call the generator

helpline at 1-800-222-3136.

install Wheel Kit

NOTE:Wheelkit is not intended for over-the-road use. DO

NOTtow this unit with a motorized vehicle.

You will needthe following tools to install these components:

* 13mm wrenches

* Socket wrench with a 13mm socket

* Pliers

Install theWheelKitasFellows:

IMPORTANT:Installing the wheel kit must be completed

prior to adding anyoil or fuel.

1. Tip generatorso that engine end is up.

2. Slide axlethrough both mounting brackets.

3. Placea wheel on eachside as shown in A.

4. Placea washer on axleand then placean e-ring in axle

groove.

5. Install e-ring with pliers, squeezingfrom top of e-ring to

bottom of axle.

CAUTION

E-rings cancause eyeinjury.

._j_ E-rings canspring back and become airborne

when installing or removing.

* Alwaysweareyeprotectionwheninstalling/removinge-rings.

6. Repeatstep 4 and 5 to securesecond wheel.

7. Tip generatorso that engine side is down.

8. Line up holes in support leg with holes in generator

frame.

9. Attachsupport leg using2 capscrews(Me x 16 mm) and

2 hexnuts.Tightenwith a 13mm socketwrench and

13mm wrench.

10. Return generatorto normal operating position (resting

on wheels and support leg).

*, Safetyglasses

FlatWasher

Capscrew

Axle

Wheel

E-Ring

BEFORESTARTINGTHEGENERATOR

Add Engine Oil

1. Placegeneratoron a flat, levelsurface.

2. Cleanarea around oil fill and remove yellow oil fill cap.

NOTE:Seethe section Oi/to review oil recommendations.

Verify provided oil bottle is correct viscosity for current

ambient temperature.

3. Using oil funnel (optional), slowly pour contents of

provided oil bottle intooil fill opening.

NOTICE

Improper treatment of generator can damageit and shorten

itslife.

DONOTattempttocrankor starttheenginebeforeit hasbeen

properlyservicedwith therecommendedoil.Thismayresultin

anenginefailure.

4. Replaceoil fill cap and fully tighten.

Add Fuel

Fuel mustmeetthese requirements:

* Clean,fresh, unleadedgasoline.

* A minimum of 87 octane/87 AKI (91 RON).Highaltitude

use,see HighAltitude.

* Gasolinewith up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up to 15%

MTBE(methyl tertiary butyl ether) is acceptable.

NOTICE

Avoid generatordamage.

Failureto follow Operator's Manualfor fuel

recommendations voids warranty.

DONOTuseunapprovedgasolinesuchasE85.

DONOTmixoil in gasoline.

DONOTmodifyengineto runon alternatefuels.

To protect the fuel system from gum formation, mix in a fuel

stabilizerwhen adding fuel. SeeStorage. All fuel is not the

same. If you experiencestarting or performanceproblems

after using fuel, switch to a different fuel provider or change

brands. This engine is certified to operateon gasoline. The

emission control system for this engine is EM(Engine

Modifications).

WARHIHG

Fueland its vapors are extremely flammable and

explosive.

Fireor explosion can causesevere burns or

death.

WHENADDINGFUEL

* TurngeneratorOFFandletit coolatleast2 minutesbefore

removingfuelcap.Loosencapslowlyto relievepressurein

tank.

* Fillfueltankoutdoors.

* DONOToverfilltank.Allowspaceforfuelexpansion.

* Iffuelspills,waituntilit evaporatesbeforestartingengine.

* Keepfuelawayfromsparks,openflames,pilotlights,heat,and

otherignitionsources.

* DONOTlighta cigaretteorsmoke.

1. Cleanareaaround fuel fill cap, removecap.

2. Slowly add regular unleadedfuel to fuel tank. Becareful

not to overfill. Allow at least 1.5" of tank spacefor fuel

expansion,as shown here.

3. Install fuel cap and wait for anyspilled fuelto evaporate.

CAUTION! Alcohol-blendedfuels (calledgasohol, ethanol or

methanol) canattract moisture, which leadsto separationand

formation of acids during storage.Acidic gas candamagethe

fuel system ofan engine while in storage.

To avoid engine performance issues,the fuel system should

betreated with a fuel preserver or emptied beforestorage of

30 days or longer. To protectthe fuel system from gum

formation, use Briggs & Stratton FRESHSTARTTM fuel

stabilizer plus, or FRESHSTARTTM continuous fuel preserver

(concentrated liquid cartridge). If fuel preserver is not used,

drain the fuel tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel

linesand carburetor are empty. Usefresh fuel next season.

SeeStoragefor additional information.

NEVERuseengine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank as permanent damagemay occur.

FreshStaWMFuelCap

Adding fuel preserver helps keepfuel fresh and carburetors

cleanfor easierstarting, all season long. This newfuel cap

automatically drips concentrated fuel preserver into your fuel

tank.

DANGER

Contentsare harmful or fatal if swallowed. Avoid

contact to eyes,skin or clothing. DONOTtake

internally.Avoid breathingthe mist or vapor.

Overexposureto eyesor skin can causeirritation.

Keepstabilizerout of the reachof children.

Fuelstabilizer is a hazardouschemical.**

• If SWALLOWED,callphysicianimmediately.

• Inthecaseof anemergency,contacta physicianimmediately

andcall1-800-424-9300for materialsafetyinformation.

• *Fuel stabilizer contains: 2,6-di-tret-butylpbenol (128-39-2) and aliphatic petroleum

distillate (64742-47-8).

Placecartridge into fuel cap.

2. Pushto "snap" cartridge into place.

3. Removetab to expose membrane.

IMPORTANT:DONOTremove the silver foil seal on the

opposite side of the cartridge.

4. Reinstallfuel cap on fueltank.

_--_._ //_

Periodically checkthe cartridge to ensurethere is still

fuel stabilizer inside. If it is empty, removecartridge and

replace.

HighAltitude

At altitudes over 5,000 feet (1524 meters), a minimum

85 octane / 85 AKI (89 RON)gasoline is acceptable.To

remainemissions compliant, high altitude adjustment is

required. Operationwithout this adjustment will cause

decreasedperformance, increasedfuel consumption, and

increasedemissions. Seea qualified Searsdealerfor high

altitude adjustment information. Operationof the engine at

altitudes below 2,500 feet (762 meters)with the high altitude

kit is not recommended.

HOWTO USEYOURGEHERATOR

If you haveany problems operatingyour generatorafter

readingthe manual, pleasecall the generator helpline at

1-800-222-3136.

System Ground

Thegenerator hasa system ground that connects the

generatorframe components to the ground terminals on the

ACoutput receptacles.Thesystem ground is connectedto

the ACneutral wire (the neutral is bonded to the generator

frame).

SpecialRequirements

Theremay be Federalor StateOccupationalSafetyand

HealthAdministration (OSHA)regulations, local codes, or

ordinancesthat applyto the intended useof the generator.

Pleaseconsult a qualified electrician, electrical inspector, or

the local agency havingjurisdiction.

• Insome areas,generatorsare requiredto be registered

with local utility companies.

• Ifthe generator is usedat a construction site, there may

be additional regulations which must be observed.

Connecting to a Building's Electrical System

Connectionsfor standby power to a buiiding's electrical

system must be madeby a qualified electrician. The

connection must isolate the generator power from utility

power, and must comply with all applicablelaws and

electricalcodes.

WARNING

Generatorproduces powerful voltage.

_¢ Failureto isolategeneratorfrom power utility can

result in death or injury to electric utility workers

due to backfeedof electrical energy.

• Whenusinggeneratorfor backuppower,notifyutilitycompany.

Useapprovedtransferequipmentto isolategeneratorfrom

electricutility.

• Useagroundcircuitfaultinterrupter(GFCI)in anydampor

highlyconductivearea,suchasmetaldeckingor steelwork.

• DONOTtouchbarewiresor receptacles.

• DONOTusegeneratorwithelectricalcordswhichareworn,

frayed,bareor otherwisedamaged.

. DONOToperategeneratorinthe rainor wetweather.

• DONOThandlegeneratoror electricalcordswhilestandingin

water,whilebarefoot,orwhilehandsor feetarewet.

• DONOTallowunqualifiedpersonsor childrento operateor

servicegenerator.

Generator Location

GeneraterClearance

WARNING

_ Exhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibles,

structures or damagefuel tank causing a fire.

• Keepatleast5 ft. (1.5m)clearanceonall sidesofgenerator

includingoverhead.

Placegenerator outdoors in an areathat will not accumulate

deadlyexhaustgas. DONOTplacegenerator whereexhaust

gas could accumulate and enter inside or be drawn into a

potentially occupied building. Ensureexhaustgas is kept

away from anywindows, doors, ventilation intakes or other

openingsthat can allow exhaustgasto collect in a confined

area. Prevailingwinds and air currents should be taken into

consideration when positioning generator.

WARHIHG

Runningenginesgive off carbon monoxide, an

_ dorless,colorless, poison gas.

Breathingcarbon monoxide can cause headache,

fatigue,dizziness,vomiting, confusion, seizures,

nausea,fainting or death.

. OperategeneratorONLYoutdoors.

* Installa batteryoperatedcarbonmonoxidealarmnearthe

bedrooms.

* Keepexhaustgasfrom enteringaconfinedareathrough

windows,doors,ventilationintakes,or otheropenings.

. DONOTstartor runengineindoorsor in anenclosedarea,

evenif windowsanddoorsareopen,includingthegenerator

compartmentof arecreationalvehicle(RV).

Typical Generator Shown

L ExhaustPort

To Start The Engine

Disconnectall electrical loadsfrom the generator. NEVER

start or stop engine with electrical devicesplugged in and

turned ON. Follow start instruction steps in numerical order:

1. Make sure unit is on a levelsurface.

IMPORTANT:Failureto start and operateunit on a level

surfacewill cause the unit not to start or shut down during

operation.

2. Turn red fuel valveto "On" position.

3. Place choke lever in "Choke" position.

4. Set On/Offswitch to "On" position.

oo o,,sw,t h, howo

in On position _y

5. Grasprecoil handle and pull slowly until slight resistance

is felt. Thenpull rapidlyto start engine.

WARNING

Startercord kickback(rapid retraction) can result

in bodily injury. Kickbackwill pull handand arm

_,1_.< toward enginefaster than youcan let go.

Brokenbones, fractures, bruises, or sprains

could result.

, Whenstartingengine,pullcordslowlyuntilresistanceisfelt

andthenpull rapidlyto avoidkickback.

* NEVERstartor stopenginewithelectricaldevicespluggedin

andturnedon.

IMPORTANT:If enginefloods, placechoke leverin "Run"

position and crank until engine starts.

6. Move choke lever to "Run" position a short distanceat a

time over severalseconds in warm weather or minutes

in cold weather. Letengine run smoothly beforeeach

change. Operatewith choke in "Run" position.

NOTE:If engine starts after 3 pulls but fails to run, or if unit

shuts down during operation, makesure unit is on a level

surfaceand checkfor proper oil level in crankcase.This unit

may beequipped with a low oil protection device.If so, oil

must be at proper levelfor engineto start.

WARHIHG

_ ontact with muffler area can result in serious

burns.

_ Exhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibles,

structures or damagefuel tank causing a fire.

, DONOTtouchhotpartsandAVOIDhotexhaustgases.

• Allowequipmenttocoolbeforetouching.

, Keepatleast5 feet(1.5m) ofclearanceonall sidesof

generatorincludingoverhead.

, Codeof FederalRegulation(CFR)Title36Parks,Forests,and

PublicPropertyrequireequipmentpoweredbyaninternal

combustionengineto haveasparkarrester,maintainedin

effectiveworkingorder,complyingto USDAForestservice

standard5100-1Cor laterrevision.IntheStateof Californiaa

sparkarresterisrequiredundersection4442oftheCalifornia

Publicresourcescode.Otherstatesmayhavesimilarlaws.

Connecting Electrical Loads

• Letthe engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes

after starting.

• DONOTconnect240Voltloadsto 120Voltreceptacles.

• DONOTconnect 3-phase loadsto the generator.

• DONOTconnect 50 Hzloadsto the generator.

• Plugin and turn on the desired 120 Volt AC, single phase,

60 Hertzelectrical loads.

• DONOTOVERLOADTHEGENERATOR.SeeDon't

OverloadGenerator.

NOTICE

Exceedinggenerators wattage/amperagecapacity can

damagegeneratorand/or electricaldevicesconnectedto it.

SeeDon'tOverloadGenerator.

Startgeneratorandletenginestabilizebeforeconnecting

electricalloads.

Connectelectricalloadsin OFFposition,thenturnONfor

operation.

TurnelectricalloadsOFFanddisconnectfromgeneratorbefore

stoppinggenerator.

Stopping the Engine

1. Turn off and unplug all electrical loadsfrom unit. NEVER

start or stop engine with electrical devicesplugged in

and turned on.

2. Letengine run at no-load for two minutes to stabilize

unit's internal temperatures.

3. Move On/Offswitch to "Off" position.

4. Move fuel valveto "Off" position.

WARHIHG

Backfire,fire or engine damagecould occur.

DONOTstopenginebymovingchokeleverto "Choke"

position.

CORDSETSANDRECEPTACLES

Useonly high quality, well-insulated, grounded extension

cords with the generator's 120 Volt electrical receptacles.

Inspectextension cords before eachuse.

Checkthe ratings of all extensioncords beforeyou usethem.

Extensioncord sets usedshould be ratedfor 125Volt AC

loads at 20 Amps or greaterfor most electrical devices.

Some devices,however, may not require this type of

extensioncord. Checkthe operator's manualsof those

devicesfor the manufacturer's recommendations.

,_ WARHIHG

_ verloadedelectrical cords can overheat,arc, and

burn resulting in death,bodily injury,and/or

propertydamage.

* ONLYusecordsratedforyourloads.

, Followall safetieson electricalcords.

Keepextensioncords as short as possible, preferably less

than 15 feet long, to prevent voltage drop and possible

overheating of wires.

120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking Receptacle

Usea NEMAL14-30 plug with this receptacle.Connecta

4-wire cord set ratedfor 250 Volt AOloadsat 30 Amps (or

greater). You can usethe same4-wire cord if you planto

run a 120 Volt load.

4-WireCordSet

120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacles

Eachduplex receptacleis protected against overload by a

double pole rocker switch circuit breaker.

Useeach receptacleto operate120 Volt AO,single-phase,

60 Hzelectrical loads requiring up to 2,400 watts (2.4 kW) at

20 Amps of current. Usecord sets that are ratedfor 125 Volt

AC loadsat 20 Amps (or greater). Inspect cord sets before

each use.

GEHERATORADAPTERCORDSET

Thegenerator comes with a 25' generatoradaptercord set

designedto provide two sets of 120 Volt, 20 Amp outlets

from one 120 Volt, 20 Amp duplex receptacle.

(Neutral)

Y (Hot) | X (Hot)

NEMAL14-30 /--7I-7 Ground(Green)

This receptaclepowers 120/240 Volt A6, 60 Hz,single phase

loads requiring up to 5,600 watts of power (5.6 kW) at

23.3 Amps for 240 Volts or two independent 120 Volt loads

at 23.3 Amps each. Theoutlet is protected by a double pole

rocker switch circuit breaker.

NOTICE

Receptaclesmay be marked with rating value greaterthan

_ienerator out_

NEVERattemptto poweradevicerequiringmoreamperage

thangeneratoror receptaclecansupply.

DONOToverloadthegenerator.SeeDon'tOverloadGenerator.

The maximum load on eachoutlet is 20 Amps. Themaximum

total load on both black wire outlets or white stripe wire outlets

is 20 Amps. If an extensioncord is usedwith adaptercord set,

besure extensioncord is ratedfor 125V at 20 Amps.

NOTE:Followall safety precautions when connecting any

extension cord or deviceto the generator.

DOH'TOVERLOADGENERATOR

Capacity

You must make sureyour generator cansupply enough rated

(running) and surge (starting) watts for the itemsyou will

power at the sametime. Followthese simple steps:

1. Selectthe itemsyou will power at the same time.

2. Total the rated(running) watts of these items.This isthe

amount of power your generator must produce to keep

your items running.

3. Estimate how manysurge (starting) watts you will need.

Surge wattageis the short burst of power neededto

start electric motor-driven tools or appliancessuch as a

circular saw or refrigerator. Becausenot all motors start

at the sametime, total surge watts can be estimated by

adding only the item(s) with the highest additional surge

watts to the total ratedwatts from step 2.

Rated (Running)

Watts

1200

Example:

800

500

3075 Total

Running Watts

Tool or Appliance

Window Air

Conditioner

Refrigerator 1600

DeepFreezer 500

Television

Light (75 Watts)

Total Rated(Running) Watts

HighestAdditional SurgeWatts

Total GeneratorOutput Required

AdditionalSurge

(Starting) Watts

1800

1800 Highest

Surge Watts

=3075

= 1800

=4875

NOTE:Therated (running) watts cannot exceed5600. Also,

giventhe 5600 watt rated limit, additional surge (starting)

watts cannot exceed8600.

Power Management

To prolong the life of your generator and attacheddevices, it

is important to take carewhen adding electrical loadsto your

generator. Thereshould be nothing connectedto the

generator outlets before starting it's engine.Thecorrect and

safe way to managegenerator power is to sequentiallyadd

loads asfollows:

1. With nothing connectedto the generator, start the

engine as described in this manual.

2. Plug in and turn on the first load, preferablythe largest

load you have.

3. Permit the generatoroutput to stabilize (engine runs

smoothly and attached deviceoperates properly).

4. Plug in and turn on the next load.

5. Again,permit the generatorto stabilize.

6. Repeatsteps 4 and 5 for eachadditional load.

NEVERadd more loadsthan the generator capacity.Take

special careto consider surge loads in generatorcapacity,as

describedabove.

Wattage ReferenceGuide

Rated* Additional

Tool or Appliance (Running) Surge

Watts (Starting)

Watts

Essentials

Light Bulb - 75 watt 75 --

DeepFreezer 500 500

Sump Pump 800 1200

Refrigerator/Freezer- 18 cf 800 1600

Water Well Pump - 1/3 hp 1000 2000

Heating/Cooling

Window AC- 10,000 BTU 1200 1800

Window Fan 300 600

FurnaceFanBlower - 1/2 hp 800 1300

Kitchen

Microwave Oven- 1000 Watt 1000 --

CoffeeMaker 1500 --

Electric Stove - Single Element 1500 --

Hot Plate 2500 --

Family Room

DVD/CDPlayer 100 --

VCR 100 --

Stereo Receiver 450 --

Color Television- 27 in 500 --

PersonalComputer w/17 in moni- 800 --

tor

Other

Security System 180 --

AM/FM Clock Radio 300 --

GarageDoor Opener- 1/2 hp 480 520

ElectricWater Heater- 40 gallon 4000 --

DIY/JohSite

Quartz HalogenWork Light 1000 --

Airless Sprayer- 1/3 hp 600 1200

Reciprocating Saw 960 960

Electric Drill - 1/2 hp 1000 1000

Circular Saw - 7-1/4 in 1500 1500

Miter Saw- 10 in 1800 1800

TablePlaner- 6 in 1800 1800

TableSaw/RadialArm Saw- 10 in 2000 2000

Air Compressor - 1-1/2 hp 2500 2500

*Wattages listed are approximateonly. Checktool or

appliancefor actual wattage.

EHGINETECHNICALIHFORMATION

This isa single cylinder, overheadvaive(ORV),air cooled

engine, it isa low emissions engine.

Inthe Stateof California, ModelSeries 200000 enginesare

certified by the CaliforniaAir ResourcesBoardto meet

emissions standardsfor 250 hours. Suchcertification does

not grant the purchaser,owner or operator of this engine any

additional warranties with respectto the performance or

operational life of this engine.Theengine is warranted solely

according to the product and emissions warranties stated

elsewherein this manual.

Power Ratings

Thegross power rating for individual gas engine models is

labeledin accordancewith SAE(Societyof Automotive

Engineers)codeJ1940 (Small Engine Power & Torque

Rating Procedure),and rating performance hasbeen

obtained andcorrected in accordancewith SAEJ1995

(Revision2002-05). Torquevalues are derived at3060 RPM;

horsepower values are derivedat 3600 RPM.Actual gross

engine power will be lower and is affected by, among other

things, ambient operating conditions and engine-to-engine

variability. Givenboth the wide array of products on which

enginesare placedand the variety of environmental issues

applicableto operatingthe equipment, the gas engine will not

developthe ratedgross power when used in a given pieceof

power equipment (actual "on-site"or net power). This

difference is due to a variety of factors including, but not

limited to, accessories (air cleaner, exhaust,charging,

cooling, carburetor, fuel pump, etc.), application limitations,

ambient operating conditions (temperature,humidity,

altitude), and engine-to-engine variability. Dueto

manufacturing and capacity limitations, Briggs & Stratton

maysubstitute an engine of higher ratedpower for this

Seriesengine.

This generator is ratedand certified to be compliant with CSA

(CanadianStandards Association) standard C22.2 No. 100-04

(motors and generators).

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIOHS

Generator Specifications

StartingWattage.................... 8600 Watts(8.6 kW)

Wattage .......................... 5600 Watts(5.6 kW)

ACVoltage.............................. 120/240Volts

ACCurrent

at240 Volts ............................. 23.3Amps

at 120Volts ............................. 46.6Amps

Frequency .......................... 60 Hzat 3600rpm

Phase .................................. SinglePhase

FuelCapacity............................ 5 U.S.gallons

Engine Specifications

Bore ................................ 3.12in.(79 ram)

Stroke ............................... 2.44in.(62 ram)

Displacement ........................ 18.64in.(305 cc)

SparkPlug

Type: ............ Briggs& Stratton491055S or 5066D

SetGapTo: .................... 0.030 inch(0.76ram)

ArmatureAir Gap:.......... 0.008-0.012in. (0.20-0.30ram)

Valveclearancewithvalvespringsinstalledand piston1/4in.

(6 ram)pasttopdeadcenter(checkwhenengineiscold).

Intake ................... 0.004-0.006in. (0.10-0.15mm)

Exhaust.................. 0.004-0.006in. (0.10-0.15mm)

Oil Capacity .................... 28 Ounces(0.8 Liters)

NOTE:Forpractical operation, the generator load should not

exceed 85% of rated wattage. Enginepower will decrease

3-1/2% for each1,000 feet (300 meters) abovesea leveland

1% for each 10° F(5.6° C) above77° F(25° C). It should

operatesatisfactorily at an angle up to 15°.

MAINTENANCESCHEDULE

Followthe hourly or calendarintervals, whichever occurs

first. More frequent service is required when operating in

adverseconditions noted below.

* Changeengineoil

* Cleandebris

Checkengine oil level

Service engineair cleaner'

* Changeengineoil'

* Servicespark plug

* Servicespark arrestor

* Cleancooling systemr

* Checkvalveclearance

Service more often under dirty or dusty conditions.

General Becommendations

Regularmaintenancewill improve the performanceand

extendthe life of the generator. Seea Searsor other qualified

dealerfor service.

Thegenerator's warranty doesnot cover items that have

been subjectedto operator abuseor negligence.To receive

full valuefrom the warranty, the operator must maintain

generatoras instructed in this manual.

Someadjustments will needto be madeperiodically to

properly maintain your generator.

All serviceand adjustments should be madeat least once

eachseason.Follow the requirementsin the Maintenance

Schedulechart above.

NOTE:Oncea year you should clean or replacethe spark

plug and replacethe air filter. A new spark plug and clean air

filter assure proper fuel-air mixture and help your engine run

better and last longer.

EmissionsContrnl

Maintenance, replacement,or repair of the emissionscon-

trol devicesand systemsmay be performedby any non-

roadengine repair establishmentor individual. However,

to obtain "no charge" emissions control service, the work

must be performed by a factory authorized dealer.Seethe

Emissions Warranty.

GENERATORMAINTENANCE

Generatormaintenanceconsists of keepingthe unit cleanand

dry. Operateand store the unit in a clean dry environment

where it will not beexposedto excessivedust, dirt, moisture

or anycorrosive vapors. Coolingair slots in thegenerator

must not becomeclogged with snow, leaves,or any other

foreign material.

Checkthe cleanlinessof the generator frequently and clean

when dust, dirt, oil, moisture or other foreign substancesare

visible on its exterior surface.

NOTE:DONOTusea garden hoseto cleangenerator. Water

can enterthe engine fuel system and causeproblems. In

addition, if water enters the generatorthrough cooling air

slots, some of the water will be retainedin voids and cracks

of the rotor and stator winding insulation. Water and dirt

buildup on the generator internal windings will eventually

decreasethe insulation resistance of these windings.

Generator Cleaning

Daily or before use,clean accumulated debrisfrom

generator. Keeplinkage,spring and controls clean. Keeparea

around and behind muffler free from anycombustible debris.

Inspect cooling air slots and openings on the generator.

Theseopenings must be kept clean and unobstructed.

Generatorparts should be kept cleanto reducethe risk of

overheating and ignition of accumulated debris.

* Usea dampcloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.

NOTICE

Improper treatment of generator can damageit and shorten

its life.

DONOTexposegeneratorto excessivemoisture,dust,dirt, or

corrosivevapors.

DONOTinsertanyobjectsthroughcoolingslots.

Usea soft bristle brush to loosencaked on dirt, oil, etc.

* Usea vacuumcleanerto pick uploosedirtand debris.

StatStatienTM

TheStatStationTM displaysthe nominal load on generator

basedon output frequency, it also has a built in maintenance

reminder.

WattageMonitor Operation

Thedisplay is two seven-segmentLEDsthat provide an easy-

to-read indication of the amount of power being supplied by

the generator. Theload monitor displays the generator's

output as a percentage.

As generatorload increases,the display values will increase.

Whenthe displayedvalues begin flashing, the user should

stop adding electrical loads to the generator.

If the power usagebecomestoo high, the letters "OL" (for

Over Load)will flash on the display. The usershould reduce

the amount of load attachedto the generator.

MaintenanceReminder

The LEDwill display certain codes to alert you to check oil,

changeoil, check or replaceair filter and checkor replace

spark plug. Thefollowing codes will display:

"C1" Checkoil at 8 hour increments

"C2" Changeoil at 50 hour increments

"C3" Checkor replaceair filter at 25 hour increments

"C4" Checkor replacespark plug at 100 hour increments

Totake advantage ofthe StatStation "maintenance reminder"

capabilities, the user must press the resetbutton after

completing the maintenancecalled for in the displayedcode

(Cl, C2, C3, or C4). This results in a display of "Co" or "CA",

depending on how long the button is pressed:

1) "Co" - Pressingthe resetbutton once quickly will display

"Co"(clearingto zero). This will clearany maintenance

codes that haveelapsedup to that point and they will

begin timing again from zero.

2) "CA" - Pressing and holding the reset button for

2 secondswill display "CA"(clearing all). This clears all

maintenancecodes,even if they havenot yet reached

their service point, and they will begin timing again from

ze ro.

If nominal load and maintenancecodes appear

simultaneously, the LEDshall display,alternately, the

nominal load and codeas follows:

Thecode will display for 3 seconds, then 1/2 second off. The

load will display for 6 seconds and then 1/2 second off.

ENGINEMAIHTENANCE

WARHIHG

f'_J Unintentionalsparking can result in fire or

_¢ electric shock.

WHENADJUSTINGORMAKINGREPAIRSTOYOURGENERATOR

* Disconnectthe sparkplugwirefromtile sparkplugandplace

thewirewhereit cannotcontactsparkplug.

WHENTESTINGFORENGINESPARK

* Useapprovedsparkplugtester.

* DONOTcheckfor sparkwith sparkplugremoved.

Oil

Oil Recommendations

We recommendthe use of Briggs & Stratton Warranty

Certifiedoils for best performance. Other high-quality

detergentoils are acceptableif classified for service SF,SG,

SH,SJ or higher. DONOTusespecial additives.

Outdoortemperatures determinethe proper oil viscosity for

the engine. Usethe chart to selectthe best viscosity for the

outdoor temperature range expected.

104 m __

86 __

68 -- w --_

-4

-22

°C

_ m 0

L--J L--2o

;--#X_/_---30

* Below40°F(4°C)theuseof SAE30will resultinhardstarting.

** Above80°F(27°0)theuseof 10W30maycauseincreasedoil

consumption.Checkoil levelmorefrequently.

_ OTE:Synthetic oil meeting ILSACGF-2,API

certification mark and APIserv,!cesymbol with

"SJ/CFENERGYCONSERVINGor higher, is an

acceptableoil atall temperatures. Use of synthetic oil

does not alter required oil changeintervals.

ChecldngOilLevel

Oil level should be checked prior to each useor at least every

8 hours of operation. Keepoil levelmaintained.

1. Make sure generatoris on a levelsurface.

2. Cleanarea around oil fill and remove oil fill cap.

3. Verify oil is at the point of overflowing at oil fill opening.

4. Replaceand tighten oil fill cap.

AddingEngineOil

1. Make sure generatoris on a levelsurface.

2. Checkoil levelas described in CheckingOil Level

3. If needed,slowly pour oil into oil fill opening to the point

of overflowing at oil fill.

4. Replaceand tighten oil fill cap.

Service Air Cleaner

Your enginewill not run properly and may be damagedif you

run it with a dirty air cleaner.

Replacethe air cleanerevery 25 hours of operation or once

eachyear, whichevercomes first. Replacemore often if

operating under dirty or dusty conditions.

Toservicetheair cleaner,feflew thesesteps:

1. Loosenscrews and removeair cleanercover. Remove

paper filter.

Cover

Cartridge

Sore!

Base

2. Install clean (or new) air cleanerassembly inside cover.

Disposeof old filter properly.

3. Assembleair cleanercover onto baseandtighten

screws.

NOTE:You can purchase newair cleanerelementsby calling

1-80O-4-NIY-HONIE(46g-4663).

Changing Engine Oil

Changethe oil after the first 5 hours of operation. Changeoil

every 50 hours thereafter, if you are using your generator

underextremely dirty or dusty conditions, or in extremely hot

weather,changethe oil more often.

CAUTION

Avoid prolonged or repeatedskin contact with used motor

oil.

Usedmotoroil hasbeenshownto causeskincancerincertain

laboratoryanimals.

Thoroughlywashexposedareaswith soapandwater.

KEEPOUTOFREACHOFCHILDREN.DON'T

POLLUTE.CONSERVERESOURCES.RETURN

USEDOILTOCOLLECTIONCENTERS.

Changethe oil while the engine is still warm from running, as

follows:

1. Makesure unit is on a levelsurface.

2. Disconnectthe spark plug wire from the spark plug and

placethe wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

3. Cleanareaaround oil drain plug.The oil drain plug is

locatedat baseof engine,opposite carburetor.

4. Removeoil drain plug and drain oil completely into a

suitable container.

5. Reinstalloil drain plug and tighten securely. Removeoil

fill cap.

6. Slowly pour recommendedoil (about 28 oz.) into oil fill

opening to the point of overflowing at oil fill cap.

7. Reinstalloil fill cap. Fingertighten capsecurely.

8. Wipe up anyspilled oil.

9. Reconnectspark plug wire to spark plug.

Clean/Replace Spark Plug

Changethe spark plug every 100 hours of operation or once

eachyear, whichever comes first. This will help your engine

to start easierand run better.

1. Cleanareaaround spark plug.

2. Removeand inspect spark plug.

3. Replacespark plug if electrodesare pitted, burned or

porcelainis cracked. Usea recommendedreplacement

plug.

4. Checkelectrode gap with wire feelergauge and set spark

plug gap to 0.030 inch (0.76ram) if necessary.

5. install spark plug and tighten firmly.

NOTE:You canpurchase a new spark plug bycalling

1-800-4-NIY-HONIE(46g-4663).

Clean Spark Arrester Screen

Theengine exhaust muffler hasa spark arrester screen.

Inspectand cleanthe screen every 100 hours of operation or

once eachyear, whichever comes first.

NOTE:You can purchasea newspark arrester screen by

calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME (46g-4663).

If you useyour generatoron any forest-covered, brush-

covered,or grass-coveredunimproved land, it must havea

spark arrester.Thespark arrester must be maintainedin good

condition bythe owner/operator.

WARHIHG

s_ Contact with muffler area can result in serious

burns.

._ Exhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibles,structures or damagefuel tank causing a fire.

. DO NOTtouch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases.

• Allow equipment to cool before touching.

. Keepat least 5feet (152 cm) of clearanceon all sides of

generator including overhead.

• Codeof FederalRegulation (CFR)Title 36 Parks, Forests,and

Public Property require equipment powered by an internal

combustion engine to have aspark arrester, maintained in

effective working order, complying to USDAForestservice

standard 5100-1C or later revision. Inthe State of California a

spark arrester is requiredunder section 4442 of the California

Public resources code. Other statesmay havesimilar laws.

Cleanand inspectthesparkattester asfollows:

1. To remove muffler heatshield from muffler, remove four

screws that connect guard to muffler bracket.

_. SparkArrester

'_ Screen

Muffler

HeatShield

Air Coofing System

Overtime debris may accumulate in cylinder cooling fins and

cannot be observed without partial engine disassembly. For

this reason,we recommendyou havea Searsor other

qualifiedservice dealercleanthe cooling system per

recommendedintervals (see MaintenanceSchedule).Equally

important is to keeptop of engine free from debris. See

GeneratorCleaning.

CLEAN

Check Valve Clearance

Regularvalveclearancecheck and adjustment will improve

performanceand extend engine life. This procedurecannot

be done without partial engine disassembly andthe use of

special tools. Forthis reasonwe recommend that you havea

Searsor other qualified service dealercheckand adjust valve

clearanceat recommendedintervals.

Carburetor Adjustment

Thecarburetor on this engine is low emission. It is equipped

with a non-adjustable idle mixture valve and governed idle, if

equipped. Governedidle and top speed havebeenset atthe

factory. If adjustment is required,seea Searsor other

ualifiedservice dealer.

CAUTION

Excessively high operating speeds increase risk of injury

and damage to generator.

Excessivel lows eeds Bose a heavy load.

DONOTtamper with governed speed.Generator supplies

correct ratedfrequency andvoltage when running at governed

speed.

DO NOTmodify generator in anyway.

2. Removefour screws that attach spark arrester screen.

3. Inspect screen and replaceif torn, perforated or

otherwise damaged. DONOTusea defective screen. If

screen is not damaged,cleanit with commercial solvent.

4. Reattachscreen and muffler guard.

GENERAL

Thegenerator should be started at least once every seven

days and allowedto run at bast 30 minutes, if this cannot be

done and you must store the unit for morethan 30 days, use

the following information asa guide to prepare it for storage.

LongTerm Storage instructions

It is importantto prevent gum deposits from forming in

essentialfuel system parts, such asthe carburetor, fuel filter,

fuel hose or tank during storage. Also, a]cohoi-bbnded fuels

(calledgasoho],ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture,

which leadsto separation and formation of acids during

storage.Acidic fuel can damagethe fuel system of an engine

whib in storage.

Protect Fuel System

WARNING

_J Fueland its flammable and

vapors

are

extremely

explosive.

Fireor explosion can causesevere burns or

death.

WHENSTORINGFUELDREQUIPMENTWITHFUELIN TANK

* Storeawayfromfurnaces,stoves,waterheaters,clothesdryers

or otherappliancesthathavepilotlightor otherignitionsource

becausetheycanignitefuelvapors.

WHENDRAININGFUEL

, TurngeneratorOFFandletit coolatleast2 minutesbefore

removingfuelcap.Loosencapslowlyto relievepressurein

tank.

, Drainfueltankoutdoors.

* Keepfuelawayfromsparks,openflames,pilotlights,heat,and

otherignitionsources.

, DONOTlighta cigaretteor smoke.

FuelPreserver:

Fillthe fueltank with fresh fuel allowing at bast 1.5"of tank

spacefor fuel expansion as shown on page8, when using a

fuel preserver cartridge with the fresh start fuel cap. If only

partially filled, air in the tank will promote fuel deterioration

during storage. Engineand fuel canbe stored upto 6 months

with fuel preserver.

• Checklevelof fuel preserver cartridge. Fuelpreserver is

dark in color.

• Ifcartridge is almost empty or empty, replacewith a new

fuel preserver cartridge following the instructions in Fresh

StarY FuelCap.

If fuel preserver is not used, remove all fuel from tank and

run engine until it stops from lack of fuel.

ChangeOil

While engine isstill warm, drain oil from crankcase. Refill

with recommendedgrade. See ChangingEngine Oil.

Oil CylinderBore

• Removespark plug and pour about 1 ounce (30ml) of

cleanengine oil into the cylinder.

• Install spark plug and crank slowly to distribute oil.

WARHIHG

_'_ Unintentionalsparking can result in fire or

_,¢ electric shock.

* NEVERcrankenginewith sparkplugremoved.

generator

1. Cleangeneratoras outlined in GeneratorCleaning.

2. Checkthat cooling air slots and openings on generator

are openand unobstructed.

Other Storage Tips

1. DONOTstore fuel from one seasonto another unless it

hasbeentreated asdescribed in Protect FuelSystem.

Replacefuel can if it starts to rust. Contaminatedfuel

will cause engine problems.

If possible, store unit indoors and cover it to give

protection from dust and dirt.

Coverunit with a suitable protective cover that does not

retain moisture.

WARHIHG

_ Storagecovers can be flammable.

* DONOTplacea storagecoveroverahotgenerator.

* Letequipmentcoolfora sufficienttime beforeplacingthe

coverontheequipment.

5. Storegenerator in clean, dry area.

Problem

Engineis running,hutno A€ output is

available.

Engine runs goodat no-load hut "hogs

down"when loadsare connected.

Cause

1. Circuit breakersis open.

2. Faultin generator.

3. Poor connection or defective cord

set.

4. Connecteddevice is bad.

1. Short circuit in a connectedload.

2. Enginespeedis too slow.

3. Generatoris overloaded.

4. Shorted generator circuit.

1. RockerSwitch set to "Off".

2. FuelValveis in "Off"position.

3. Dirty air cleaner.

4. Out of fuel.

5. Stalefuel.

6. Spark plug wire not connectedto

Cerreclien

1. Resetcircuit breaker.

2. Contact Searsor other qualified

service dealer.

3. Checkand repair.

4. Connectanother device that is in

good condition.

1. Disconnectshorted electrical load.

2. Contact Searsor other qualified

service dealer.

3. SeeDon't OverloadGenerator.

4. Contact Searsor other qualified

service dealer.

1. Setswitch to"On".

2. Turn fuel valveto "Open"position.

3. Cleanor replaceair cleaner.

4. Fillfuel tank.

5. Draingas tank and carburetor; fill

with fresh fuel.

6. Connectwire to spark plug.

Engine will not start;orstartsand runs

rough.

spark plug.

7. Badspark plug.

8. Water in fuel.

9. Flooded.

7. Replacespark plug.

8. Drainfuel tank and carburetor; fill

with fresh fuel.

9. Wait 5 minutes and re-crank engine.

Engine shutsdown when running.

Enginelacks power.

Engine"hunts" (speed constantly

fluctuates) or falters.

10. Excessivelyrich fuel mixture.

11. Intakevalve stuck open or closed.

12. Enginehaslost compression.

Out of fuel.

1. Loadis too high.

2. Dirty air filter.

Carburetor is running too rich or too

lean.

10. ContactSearsor other qualified

service dealer.

11. ContactSearsor other qualified

service dealer.

12. ContactSearsor other qualified

service dealer.

Fillfuel tank.

1. SeeDon't OverloadGenerator.

2. Replaceair filter.

ContactSears or other qualifiedservice

dealer.

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