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GEN154 

2000 Surge Watts / 1500 Running Watts 

PORTABLE GENERATOR 

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

 

                                   

 

 

 

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. 

This manual provides important information on proper operation & maintenance. Every effort has been  

made to ensure the accuracy of this manual. These instructions are not meant to cover every possible 

condition and situation that may occur. We reserve the right to change this product at any time without 

prior notice. 

 

IF THERE IS ANY QUESTION ABOUT A CONDITION BEING SAFE OR UNSAFE,  

DO NOT OPERATE THIS PRODUCT!  

 

DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE RETAILER - CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE. 

If you experience a problem, have questions or need parts for this product, visit our website  

http://www.buffalotools.com or call Customer Service at 

1-888-287-6981, Monday-Friday,  

8 AM - 4 PM Central Time

. A copy of the sales receipt is required.

 

FOR CONSUMER USE ONLY – NOT FOR PROFESSIONAL USE. 
 
KEEP THIS MANUAL, SALES RECEIPT & APPLICABLE WARRANTY FOR FUTURE  
REFERENCE. 

 

Summary of Contents for GEN154

Page 1: ...ve the right to change this product at any time without prior notice IF THERE IS ANY QUESTION ABOUT A CONDITION BEING SAFE OR UNSAFE DO NOT OPERATE THIS PRODUCT DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE RETAI...

Page 2: ...HV Engine Recoil Start 2 4 HP Gasoline Engine Automatic Low Oil Shutdown 1 120 Volt A C Outlet 1 12 Volt D C Outlet 1 8 Gallon Fuel Tank Engine Run Time 9 Hours 50 Load 2000 Surge Watts 1500 Running W...

Page 3: ...e Generator 12 Subsequent Use Of This Generator 13 Step 1 Verify Oil Level 13 Step 2 Verify Gas Level 13 Step 3 Ground The Generator 13 STARTING THE GENERATOR 14 USING THE GENERATOR 15 AC Usage 15 DC...

Page 4: ...t is 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...

Page 5: ...IT DIFFICULT TO MOVE IN AN EMERGENCY Keep at least several feet of clearance on all sides to allow proper ventilation for this generator Chemicals According to the State of California the exhaust fro...

Page 6: ...or 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 pla...

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Page 8: ...In addition to the previously described safety information familiarize yourself with all safety and hazard placards on this generator GEN154 2000 Surge Watts 1500 Running Watts Portable Generator 8...

Page 9: ...ere are missing items call 1 888 287 6981 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 elec...

Page 10: ...ap 2 Control Panel 3 Grounding Terminal 4 Oil Access 5 Recoil Starter 6 Carburetor Choke Lever 7 Fuel Cock 2 3 5 6 7 8 Ignition Switch 9 DC Circuit Fuse 10 AC Circuit Fuse 11 120 Volt AC Output Socket...

Page 11: ...ity of the engine crankcase and is 13 5 fluid oz 0 40 L for this Model GEN154 2000 Surge Watts 1500 Running Watts Portable Generator Add the correct quantity of oil before operating this generator for...

Page 12: ...very top 4 Securely tighten the fuel tank cap and immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline with a dry cloth Model GEN154 Fuel Tank Capacity gals L 1 8 7 Model GEN154 Fuel Type Fresh Unleaded Gasoline...

Page 13: ...aded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher according to Step 2 Add Gasoline of the Using this Generator for the First Time section of this manual Model GEN154 Fuel Tank Capacity gals L 1 8 7...

Page 14: ...ne switch to the on position 6 Slowly pull on the recoil starter handle shown in Figure 4 until a slight resistance is felt Then pull briskly to start the engine Gently return the cord into the genera...

Page 15: ...age of the generator DO NOT connect all of the devices Select a combination of the electrical devices that will have a total wattage less than or equal to the rated wattage for the generator This gene...

Page 16: ...as an overall rated wattage of 1100 do not attempt to draw more than 1300 Watts from the 120 Volt outlet Draws higher than 1300 Watts will damage this generator and void the warranty 3 Switch the circ...

Page 17: ...ttery to explode seriously injuring anyone nearby Keep heat sparks flame and smoking materials away from the battery To connect 12 Volt batteries to the DC outlet 1 Connect one charging wire to the po...

Page 18: ...erform maintenance procedures while this generator is running Allow this generator to cool before commencing any maintenance procedures Keep heat sparks and flame away Improper maintenance and or fail...

Page 19: ...fluid oz 0 40 L To drain the oil from this generator It is necessary to drain the oil from the crankcase only if it has become contaminated with water and or dirt 1 Place a bucket underneath this gen...

Page 20: ...g 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 9 5 If re using the spark plug use a wire brush to clean an...

Page 21: ...81 Monday Friday 8 AM 4 PM Central Time Symptom Cause Solution Engine switch is set to off Set engine switch to on Fuel valve is turned to closed Turn fuel valve to open Choke is open Close the choke...

Page 22: ...GEN154 2000 SURGE WATTS 1500 RUNNING WATTS PORTABLE GENERATOR PARTS DIAGRAM GEN154 2000 Surge Watts 1500 Running Watts Portable Generator 22...

Page 23: ...B95 6 1 11 Statir 1 56 Bolt GB T818 M6 12 1 12 Bolt GB5789 M8 170 1 13 Rotor 4 14 Tank Absorption Bush Assy GR1000A 11 1 15 Washer GB95 8 4 16 Bolt GB T16674 M8 25 2 17 Fuel Tank Assembly GR1000A 06 0...

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