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Model # AC-G0003 

5500 Surge Watts / 5000 Running Watts 

PORTABLE GENERATOR 

INSTRUCTION MANUAL 

 

 

 

Thank you for purchasing this high quality ACDelco Model AC-G0003 5500 Surge Watts / 5000 Running Watts Portable Generator. This manual 
provides important information on properly operating and maintaining this ACDelco Model AC-G0003 5500 Surge Watts / 5000 Running Watts 

Portable Generator. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this manual. We reserve the right to change this product at any time 

without prior notice.

 
This manual contains important information regarding safety, operation, maintenance and storage of this product. Before use, read carefully and 

understand all warnings, cautions, instructions and labels. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury, property damage or even death. 

 

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

 

STOP! 

 

DO NOT RETURN THIS GENERATOR TO THE RETAILER. 

 

Questions? Problems? CONTACT BUFFALO TOOLS. 

If you experience a problem or need to return this generator for repair, please fill out a RGA form by visiting our web site, http://www.buffalotools.com 
Or, call our customer help line at 1-866-460-9437, Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM Central Time. A copy of the sales receipt is required. 

 

 c/o 

New Buffalo Corporation 
1220 North Price Road 

St. Louis MO 63132 

Phone: 866-460-9437 or 

314-373-2740 
Fax: 636-537-1055 

 

Model AC-G0003 5500 Surge Watts / 5000 Running Watts Portable Generator 

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Summary of Contents for AC-G0003

Page 1: ...e and storage of this product Before use read carefully and understand all warnings cautions instructions and labels Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury property damage or even death SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE STOP DO NOT RETURN THIS GENERATOR TO THE RETAILER Questions Problems CONTACT BUFFALO TOOLS If you experience a problem or need to return this generator...

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Page 3: ...oltage Regulation Recoil Start Low Oil Shut Off Spark Arrestor UL Listed Electrical Components MTL Approved Full Power Panel Engine Shut Off Switch 120 240V Dual Voltmeter Circuit Breaker Power Outlets 1 12V DC Outlet 2 120V GFCI Outlets 1 120 240V Outlet 1 120V Twist Lock Outlet Digital Hour Meter Complies with CARB and EPA emissions and MTL standards Model AC G0003 5500 Surge Watts 5000 Running ...

Page 4: ...or 15 STARTING THE GENERATOR 15 USING THE GENERATOR 16 AC Usage 16 DC Usage 19 STOPPING THE GENERATOR 19 MAINTENANCE CARE 20 Recommended Maintenance Schedule 20 Cleaning the Generator 20 Checking the Oil Level 20 Changing Adding Oil 21 Air Filter Maintenance 22 Fuel Filter Cup Cleaning 22 Spark Plug Maintenance 23 Emptying the Fuel Tank 24 STORAGE TRANSPORT PROCEDURES 24 TROUBLESHOOTING 25 SPECIFI...

Page 5: ...s used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION indicates a potentially haza...

Page 6: ...eral feet of clearance on all sides to allow proper ventilation for this generator Chemicals According to the State of California the exhaust from this generator contains chemicals known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Flammable Gasoline This generator may emit highly flammable and explosive gasoline vapors which can cause severe burns or even death A nearby open flame can...

Page 7: ...n or non qualified persons to operate this generator High Temperatures This generator produces heat when in operation Temperatures near the exhaust can exceed 150 Degrees Fahrenheit 65 Degrees Celsius Do not touch hot surfaces Observe all warning placards on this generator denoting hot surfaces Allow this generator to cool for several minutes after use before touching the engine muffler or other a...

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Page 9: ... addition to the previously described safety information familiarize yourself with all safety and hazard placards on this generator Model AC G0003 5500 Surge Watts 5000 Running Watts Portable Generator 9 ...

Page 10: ...sing items call 1 866 460 9437 Monday Friday 8 AM 4 PM Central Time for customer service DO NOT RETURN THIS GENERATOR TO THE RETAILER Item List NEMA L14 30 plug for connecting 240 Volt electrical devices 120 Volt twist lock plug Set of 2 DC connector wires for connecting 12 Volt automotive type batteries Spark plug wrench Model AC G0003 5500 Surge Watts 5000 Running Watts Portable Generator 10 ...

Page 11: ...Dipstick Cap Location for checking and filling the engine crankcase oil 8 Engine Switch Used for starting stopping the engine 9 Recoil Starter Pull cord for starting the engine 10 Fuel Filter Cup Traps dirt and water from the fuel prior to entering the engine 11 Fuel Valve Allows gasoline to pass into the engine 12 Air Filter A removable cleanable sponge like element that limits the amount of dirt...

Page 12: ...8 fluid oz 1 13 L for this ACDelco Model AC G0003 5500 Surge Watts 5000 Running Watts Portable Generator Add the correct quantity of oil before operating this generator for the first time When replenishing oil for subsequent use of this generator always determine that this generator has the correct quantity of oil Model AC G0003 Oil Capacity Qt fluid oz L 1 2 38 1 13 Model AC G0003 Oil Type Recomm...

Page 13: ...e rating 87 or higher to the fuel tank Be careful not to fill the fuel tank above the upper limit line The fuel tank capacity for this ACDelco Model AC G0003 5500 Surge Watts 5000 Running Watts Portable Generator is 6 5 gallons 24 6 L The fuel gauge located on the top of this generator indicates how much gasoline is currently in the fuel tank NOTE Because gasoline can expand do not fill the fuel t...

Page 14: ...rator is equipped with an automatic shutoff to protect it from damage due to low oil it is important to check the oil level in the engine crankcase before each use to ensure that there is sufficient quantity 1 Verify that this generator is on a level surface 2 Unscrew the oil filler dipstick cap from the engine 3 With a dry cloth wipe the oil off of the dipstick that is located on the inside of th...

Page 15: ...line in the fuel tank Step 3 Ground the Generator Failure to properly ground this generator can result in electrocution Ground this generator by tightening the grounding nut against a grounding wire as previously illustrated in Figure 3 A generally acceptable grounding wire is a No 12 AWG American Wire Gauge stranded copper wire The other end of this grounding wire should be connected to a copper ...

Page 16: ...tion of the Choke Lever Figure 6 Pull cord for starting the engine USING THE GENERATOR After the engine has been running for several minutes electrical devices may be connected to this generator AC Usage Electrical devices running on AC current may be connected according to their wattage requirements The rated running and surge wattage for this ACDelco Model AC G0003 5500 Surge Watts 5000 Running ...

Page 17: ...e can be estimated by using the following chart see Figure 7 The chart provides only estimates and it is better to know the exact wattage of each electrical device to be powered by this generator Electrical Device Rated Running Watts Additional Surge Watts air compressor 1 HP 1500 3000 air compressor 1 1 2 HP 2500 2500 airless sprayer 1 3 HP 600 1200 box fan 300 600 clock radio AM FM 300 0 coffee ...

Page 18: ...imultaneously drawn from this generator 4 Turn on the connected electrical devices beginning with the device with the highest rated wattage requirement and then each additional device with the next lower rated wattage requirement Do not connect 50Hz or 3 phase loads to this generator Figure 8 Outlets Available on this Generator from left to right 12V DC 240 120 AC NEMA L14 30 plug and120V AC SOME ...

Page 19: ...h can cause severe chemical burns Do not allow open flames or cigarettes nearby for several minutes after charging a battery Always wear protective goggles and rubber gloves when charging a battery If battery acid gets on the skin flush with water If battery acid gets in the eyes flush with water and immediately call a physician If battery acid is swallowed drink large quantities of milk and immed...

Page 20: ...d maintenance schedule Cleaning the Generator Always try to use this generator in a cool dry place If this generator becomes dirty the exterior can be cleaned with a damp cloth soft brush vacuum and or pressurized air Never clean this generator with a bucket of water and or a hose as water can get inside and cause a short circuit or corrosion Never use gasoline to clean parts of this generator Che...

Page 21: ... the oil to drain from this generator 4 Replace the oil drain plug and tighten with a 10 mm hex wrench NOTE Never dispose of used motor oil in the trash down a drain or on the ground Put oil in a sealed container and contact your local recycling center or auto garage to arrange oil disposal To add oil to the engine crankcase 1 Confirm that this generator is on a level surface 2 Unscrew the oil fil...

Page 22: ...able solvent 5 Allow the sponge like elements to dry thoroughly 6 Soak the dry sponge like elements in engine oil Squeeze out any excess oil The engine will smoke during initial startup if too much oil is left in the air filter 7 Replace the sponge like elements in the air filter casing the fine element first and replace the cover Figure 14 Removing the Air Filter Casing Fuel Filter Cup Cleaning T...

Page 23: ...ug cap 2 Unscrew the spark plug from this generator by using the included spark plug wrench as illustrated in Figure 16 3 Visually inspect the spark plug If it is cracked and or chipped discard and install a new spark plug A F6TC spark plug such as NGK BPR5ES is recommended 4 Measure the spark plug electrode gap with a gauge The gap should be 0 028 0 031in 0 7 0 8mm See Figure 17 5 If re using the...

Page 24: ...toring this generator for extended time Allow generator to fully cool before moving it A hot engine and exhaust system can burn you and ignite some materials Empty the fuel tank See Emptying the Fuel Tank in the Maintenance Care section Turn the fuel valve to the off position Disconnect the spark plug See Figure 16 Removing the spark plug Do not obstruct any ventilation openings Do not drop or str...

Page 25: ...t on level surface Move generator to a level surface to prevent triggering the low oil shutdown Engine will not start Oil is low Add or replace oil Circuit breaker is off Flip circuit breaker to on Reset button s is are off Push reset button s to on Bad connecting wires cables Try a different extension cord Engine runs but there is no electrical output Bad electrical device connected to generator ...

Page 26: ...oltage V 12 Circuit Breaker Amperage A 8 3 Dimensions and Weight Dimensions in 26 8 Length 20 1 Width 21 3 Height Gross Weight lbs 181 Net Weight lbs 170 Engine Approvals CARB EPA MTL CTL Engine Model HP 11 Engine Type 4 stroke OHV single cylinder with forced air cooling system Ignition System non contact transistor T C I Starting System Recoil Displacement cm3 389 Max Output hp rpm 13 3600 Fuel T...

Page 27: ...EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Model AC G0003 5500 Surge Watts 5000 Running Watts Portable Generator 27 ...

Page 28: ... 5 mm 20 mm 71 16811 2GF 3 4 Cushion 23 31995 2GF 3 3 Screw 5 mm 12 mm 72 16933 2 8GF 3 1 Grommet 24 31996 2GF 3 9 Screw 5 mm 14 mm 73 16824 2GF 3 4 Fitting brush fuel tank 25 31414 2 Bolt 5 mm 215 mm 74 GB819 85 2 Screw 5 mm 10 mm 26 GB93 87 6 Spring washer 5 mm 75 16931 2 8GF 3 1 Outlet pipe φ9 φ4 5 160 27 31931 4 Bolt 6 mm 175 mm 76 16937 168F 2 Tube clip 28 31134 2 8GF 3 1 Plain washer 77 GB57...

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Page 31: ...oduct Any implied warranties are limited to one 1 year as stated in this written limited warranty Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages Some states do not allow limitation on the length of an implied warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights that vary from state to state REGISTRATION Return this produc...

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Page 33: ...wheel axle insert bolts 2 8mm x 16mm through axle and generator s frame and tighten 8mm nut 2 onto bolt 2 Slip wheels 2 over the axle on both ends insert cotter pins 2 through axle and spread the pins to hold wheels in place Step 2 1 Install stabilizer feet 2 insert bolts 4 6mm x 12mm through feet and generator frame and tighten 6mm nut 2 onto bolt Step 3 1 Insert each handle unit into the center ...

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