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GENTRi10 10,000 Surge Watt / 8,500 Running Watt Portable Tri Fuel LPG & Gasoline & Natural Gas Electric Start Generator Manual

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Page 1: ... 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 GENERATOR TO THE RETAILER If you experience a problem have questions or need parts for this product call Customer Service at 1 866 460 9436 Monday Friday 8 AM 4 PM Central Time A copy of the sales receipt is required FOR CONSUMER USE O...

Page 2: ...from an authorized service center provide for a service technician to come to the owner to make the warranty repair or pay for the repair to be made at a local non authorized service center The provisions of this paragraph apply only for the contiguous states excluding the states with high altitude areas identified in 40 CFR part 1068 Appendix III To exercise this warranty DO NOT RETURN TO RETAILE...

Page 3: ...Step 1 Verify Oil Level 13 Step 3 Ground The Generator 14 STARTING THE GENERATOR 14 USING THE GENERATOR 15 AC Usage 15 DC Usage 17 STOPPING THE GENERATOR 18 MAINTENANCE CARE 18 Recommended Maintenance Schedule 18 Cleaning The Generator 18 Checking The Oil Level 19 Changing Adding Oil 19 Air Filter Maintenance 20 Spark Plug Maintenance 20 Changing Fuel Line 20 STORAGE TRANSPORT PROCEDURES 20 TROUBL...

Page 4: ...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 hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in ...

Page 5: ...fuel valve to the off position and disconnect the spark plug Powerful Voltage This generator produces powerful voltage which can result in electrocution ALWAYS ground this generator before using it See Ground the Generator section in this manual Only electrical devices should be plugged into this generator either directly or with an extension cord NEVER connect a building electrical system to this...

Page 6: ...proof in the storage and use areas Storage areas must meet national electric codes for class 1 hazardous areas Propane smells like rotten eggs a skunk s spray or a dead animal IF YOU SMELL GAS NO FLAMES OR SPARKS Immediately put out all smoking materials and other open flames Do not operate lights appliances telephones or cell phones Flames or sparks from these sources can trigger an explosion or ...

Page 7: ...GENTRi10 10 000 Surge Watt 8 500 Running Watt Portable Tri Fuel LPG Gasoline Natural Gas Electric Start Generator Manual 7 ...

Page 8: ...8 500 Running Watt Portable Tri Fuel LPG Gasoline Natural Gas Electric Start Generator Manual 8 In addition to the previously described safety information familiarize yourself with all safety and hazard placards on this generator ...

Page 9: ...h this Model GENTRI10 Portable LP Gasoline Generator Verify that all items are included STOP If there are missing items call 1 866 460 9436 Monday Friday 8 AM 4 PM Central Time for customer service DO NOT RETURN THIS GENERATOR TO THE RETAILER Item List DC battery charging cables for charging 12 V olt automotive type batteries Spark plug wrench Remote Start Key Fob 12V Battery ...

Page 10: ...ST USE THE SUPPLIED LP REGULATOR FOR SAFE OPERATION ATTENTION The Air fuel Mixer is not adjustable Tampering with the governor can damage your generator and electrical devices and will void your warranty To prevent electrical shock from faulty appliances the generator should be grounded Connect a length of heavy wire between the ground terminal and the ground source Consult with a qualified electr...

Page 11: ...nerator has the correct quantity of oil Oil Capacity 38 8 ounces Oil Type Recommended Non Synthetic Motor Oil SAE10W 30 To add oil 1 Confirm that this generator is on a level surface 2 There are TWO oil filler dipsticks located on either side of the generator Unscrew either oil filler dipstick cap from the engine as illustrated in Figure 1 1A 3 Using a funnel add motor oil to fill the engine crank...

Page 12: ...as inlet connection is tightly fixed and not leaking Step 2 CHOKE VALVE GRIP is at CHOKE CLOSE position The generator may be hard to start if CHOKE VALVE GRIP is at RUN OPEN position Step 3 Check if engine oil is full Step 4 AC OUTPUT no load connected Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator set before starting the engine The generator may be hard to start if a load is connected Step 5 ...

Page 13: ...ction now Step 1 Verify Oil Level Even though this generator 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 There are TWO oil filler dipsticks located on either side of the generator Unscrew e...

Page 14: ...ing to the following procedure 1 Attach one end of the red cable to the positive terminal on the battery and the other end of the red cable to the celenoid 2 Attach one end of the black cable to the negative terminal and the other end of the black cable to the bolt on the mounting bracket frame Step 1 If using LPG first connect the regulator that was included with the generator to Propane Fuel Tan...

Page 15: ...ual to the rated wattage for the generator i e no more than 7200 for this generator This generator can run at its surge wattage capacity for only a short time Connect electrical devices requiring a rated running wattage equal to or less than the rated wattage of this generator Never connect devices requiring a rated wattage equal to the surge wattage of a generator A device s rated running wattage...

Page 16: ...Volt outlet Connect 240 120Volt single phase 60Hz loads with a L14 30 plug only to the 240 120 Volt outlet See Figure 8 for an illustration of these outlets Even though this Portable Tri Fuel Generator GENTRI10K has an overall rated wattage of 8500 do not attempt to draw more than 20 AMPS from any set of Two receptacles of the 120 Volt outlets Draws higher than 20 Amps will damage this generator a...

Page 17: ...es Do not connect any other device to this outlet Use this generator only for recharging 12 Volt batteries NEVER attempt to jumpstart a car with this generator Failing to use the correct procedure can cause a battery 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 the red charging...

Page 18: ...6 Monday Friday 8 AM 4 PM Central Time Never perform 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 failure to correct any problems prior to operating this generator can cause a malfunction which could cause death or serious injury Always follow the inspecti...

Page 19: ...r Unscrew either oil filler dipstick cap from the engine See Figure 10 10A ADD OIL UNTIL IT IS ALMOST OVERFLOWING THE LOW OIL SENSOR IS VERY SENSITIVE AND THE ENGINE WILL NOT RUN IF THE OIL IS LOW START WITH 38 8 OUNCES THEN ADD MORE UNTIL ALMOST OVERFLOWING TROUBLESHOOTING IF THE GENERATOR WILL NOT START DOUBLE CHECK THAT THE OIL LEVEL IS COMPLETELY FULL AND ALMOST OVERFLOWING To drain the oil fr...

Page 20: ...connection until it touches the bottom 3 Then secure with clamp Spark Plug Maintenance This Generator uses a spark plug model F6RTC Comparable model spark plug is Champion RN11YC Figure 16 STORAGE TRANSPORT PROCEDURES Never place any type of storage cover on this generator while it is still hot When transporting or storing this generator for extended time Allow generator to fully cool before movin...

Page 21: ...rness connection Turn off generator then check wiring behind control panel and at the end of generator for loose connection If wires are loose tighten the screws and or nuts Be certain the plug in connectors are pushed together all the way Engine runs but there is no electrical output Reset button s is are off Push reset button s to on Loose wiring harness connection Turn off generator then check ...

Page 22: ...perage 20A 20A 20A 20A at 120 V 30 A at 240 V 30 A at 120 RV Rated Frequency Hz 60 Phase Single DC Output Voltage V 12 Circuit Breaker Amperage A 8 Engine Approvals EPA CARB Engine Model HP 16 Engine Type 4 stroke OHV single cylinder with forced air cooling system Ignition System Non contact transistor T C I Starting System Recoil Electric Continuous Operating Hours GAS Run time 10 hrs 50 load Con...

Page 23: ...GENTRi10 10 000 Surge Watt 8 500 Running Watt Portable Tri Fuel LPG Gasoline Natural Gas Electric Start Generator Manual 23 PARTS DIAGRAM ...

Page 24: ...GENTRi10 10 000 Surge Watt 8 500 Running Watt Portable Tri Fuel LPG Gasoline Natural Gas Electric Start Generator Manual 24 ...

Page 25: ...GENTRi10 10 000 Surge Watt 8 500 Running Watt Portable Tri Fuel LPG Gasoline Natural Gas Electric Start Generator Manual 25 ...

Page 26: ...GENTRi10 10 000 Surge Watt 8 500 Running Watt Portable Tri Fuel LPG Gasoline Natural Gas Electric Start Generator Manual 26 ...

Page 27: ...GENTRi10 10 000 Surge Watt 8 500 Running Watt Portable Tri Fuel LPG Gasoline Natural Gas Electric Start Generator Manual 27 ...

Page 28: ...GENTRi10 10 000 Surge Watt 8 500 Running Watt Portable Tri Fuel LPG Gasoline Natural Gas Electric Start Generator Manual 28 ...

Page 29: ...GENTRi10 10 000 Surge Watt 8 500 Running Watt Portable Tri Fuel LPG Gasoline Natural Gas Electric Start Generator Manual 29 ...

Page 30: ...GENTRi10 10 000 Surge Watt 8 500 Running Watt Portable Tri Fuel LPG Gasoline Natural Gas Electric Start Generator Manual 30 ...

Page 31: ...GENTRi10 10 000 Surge Watt 8 500 Running Watt Portable Tri Fuel LPG Gasoline Natural Gas Electric Start Generator Manual 31 CONTROL PANEL WIRING DIAGRAM ...

Page 32: ... and axle bolt and flat washer Figure 1 2 Attach the wheel by aligning the frame with the wheel and insert the flat washer first then the axle bolt Tighten until wheel is secure 3 Install the mounting feet Figure 2 onto the front of the frame Inserting the bolts through the frame and add the mounting feet on both the left and right side NOTE To transport the generator you can use the Armrest handl...

Page 33: ...natural gas professional advise this information Fuel Consumptions Fuel Load Natural Gas 160 cu ft hr 160 000 BTU HR Have your local fuel supplier install a protected fuel connection at the outside operating location They should also install a lockable fuel shut off valve at the connection point An approved flexible fuel line must be installed between the engine generator set and the supply line W...

Page 34: ... If using LP Propane or Natural Gas turn the tank fuel valve to the OFF position 5 Turn the Engine Switch to the OFF position ATTENTION While the Engine Switch is in the ON position the RCM is active and waiting for a remote signal This function requires electrical current from the battery If the Engine Switch is left in the ON position for extended periods several weeks the battery can be complet...

Page 35: ...that Buffalo Corp may deny your warranty coverage if your power equipment engine or a part has failed due to abuse neglect improper maintenance or unapproved modifications You are responsible for presenting your power equipment engine to distribution center or service center authorized by Buffalo Corp as soon as the problem exists The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of ...

Page 36: ... not reduce the warranty obligations of Buffalo Corp 10 Add on or modified parts that are not exempted by the Air Resources Board may not be used The use of any non exempted add on or modified parts by the ultimate purchaser will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claims Buffalo Corp will not be liable to warrant failures of warranted parts caused by the use of a non exempted add on or modified...

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