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GENTRi9K 9000 Surge Watt / 7200 Running Watt Portable Tri Fuel Liquid Propane Gas & Gasoline & Natural Gas Electric Start Generator Manual  

 

Model GENTRi9K  9000 Surge Watts / 7200 Running Watts  

 

 

FEATURES: 

• 9000 Surge Output  /  7200 Running Watts 
• 120/240 Volt Operation 
• 15 HP Engine, 4 Stroke OHV 
• Displacement (CC): 420cc 

• AVR Automatic Voltage Regulation 
• Low Oil Shut Off 
• UL Listed Electrical Components 
• Engine Shut Off Switch 
• Circuit Breaker & Power Outlets 

• Spark Plug Model F6RTC 
• 1-12V DC Outlet 
• 4-120V AC Outlets 
• 1-120/240V Twist Lock 
• 1-120V Twist Lock RV 
• 7.4 Gallons Max Capacity Gasoline Fuel Tank 

• Decibel Rating < 80 db  
• Mobility Kit: Included  
• CARB & EPA – approved 
• Run time = 10 hrs @ 50% load  
• Battery Not Included 

(Use a 12 Volt motorcycle battery no larger than 6" L x 3.8" H x 3.8" W  (151 mm x 99 mm x 98 mm). 
CCA (Cold Cranking Amps): 130 Min CCA.  Comparable brands/models are: 12V 12 Ah Sealed Lead Acid from Battery Plus 
Model # UB12120 requires nut/bolt adaptor or Mode l # CYLAZ10SXTA (or XTAZ10S) 
• Fuel type - Liquid Propane Gas (also commonly referred to as LP, LPG and Propane) Or Unleaded Gasoline, or Natural Gas 
• If you are using a generator above sea level, the generator may not function properly because of air flow getting through the mixer. 

• Propane Tank Not Included 

• If you want to use a propane tank larger than 20 lbs, call Customer Service for details at 866-460-9436. 

 

 

SURGE WATTS / RUNNING WATTS MAY BE REDUCED BY 10% WHEN USING PROPANE FUEL VS USING GASOLINE. 

 

 

SURGE WATTS / RUNNING WATTS MAY BE REDUCED BY 20% WHEN USING NATURAL GAS VS USING GASOLINE. 

 
2 YEAR LIMITED EMISSION-RELATED WARRANTY  

 
THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA EMISSION STANDARDS UNDER 40 CFR 1054.625 .The emission-related limited warranty is valid for two (2) years. Keep the 
purchase receipt and mail in the product registration card for proof of purchase. Buffalo Corp limits emission-related warranty repairs to authorized service centers for 
owners located within 100 miles of an authorized service center. For owners located more than 100 miles from an authorized service center, Buffalo Corp will, in its 
sole discretion, either pay for shipping costs to and 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 RETAILER. Instead, call Customer Service toll free at 1-866-460-9436 (email address [email protected]) and 
you will be instructed on where to take the engine for warranty service. Take the generator and proof of purchase (your receipt) to the repair facility recommended by 
the Customer Service Representative. The warranty does not extend to generators damaged or affected by fuel contamination, accidents, neglect, misuse, 
unauthorized alterations, use in an application for which the product was not designed and any other modifications or abuse.   

 
1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY  (30 Day Limited Warranty for Commercial and Rental Purpose)

 

 

Generators are warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 YEAR from date of original purchase. Buffalo Corp. is not liable for 
any indirect, incidental or consequential damages from the sale or use of this product. Any implied warranties are limited to 1 YEAR as stated, or as otherwise 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. Buffalo Corp will repair or replace, at its discretion, any part that is proven to be defective in materials or workmanship under normal 
use during the 1 YEAR warranty period. Warranty repairs or replacements will be made without charge for parts or labor. Parts replaced during warranty repairs will 
be considered as part of the original product and will have the same warranty period as the original product. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you 
may have other rights that vary state to state. 

Summary of Contents for GENTRi9K

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 ON...

Page 2: ...es from an authorized service center Buffalo Corp will in its sole discretion either pay for shipping costs to and 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...

Page 3: ...equent Use Of This Generator 13 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 17 MAINTENANCE CARE 18 Recommended Maintenance Schedule 18 Cleaning The Generator 18 Checking The Oil Level 18 Changing Adding Oil 19 Changing Fuel Line 19 Air Filter Maintenance 20 Spark Plug Maintenance 20 STORAG...

Page 4: ...ch 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 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 resu...

Page 5: ...n the 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 t...

Page 6: ...osion 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 explosi...

Page 7: ...GENTRi9K 9000 Surge Watt 7200 Running Watt Portable Tri Fuel Liquid Propane Gas Gasoline Natural Gas Electric Start Generator Manual 7 ...

Page 8: ...ning Watt Portable Tri Fuel Liquid Propane Gas 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: ...ENTRI9K 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 connector wires for charging 12 Volt automotive type batteries Spark plug wrench 5 Ft Regulator Hose Kit YOU MUST USE THE SUPPLIED LP REGULATOR FOR SAFE OPERA...

Page 10: ...YOU MUST 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 ...

Page 11: ... High Detergent 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 1A 3 Using a funnel add high detergent motor oil to fill the engine crankcase to the correct quantity SAE10W 30 oil is recommended for general a...

Page 12: ... the gas 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 S...

Page 13: ...this section 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 Un...

Page 14: ...rst install the battery using the two included cables one red and the other black according 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 ...

Page 15: ...Select a combination of the electrical devices that will have a total wattage less than or equal 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 requiri...

Page 16: ...his Portable Tri Fuel Generator GENTRI9K has an overall rated wattage of 7200 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 and void the warranty 3 Make sure AC Reset button is pressed in NOTE While this generator is running power is available from either the standard 120 Volt outlets or the 240...

Page 17: ...ing wire to the positive terminal of the battery and the black charging wire to the negative terminal of the battery 2 Connect the plug end of the wire to the 12V DC outlet on this generator 3 Start this generator 4 When disconnecting always disconnect the wires from this generator first to avoid a spark Storage batteries emit highly explosive hydrogen gas when charged Batteries also contain acid ...

Page 18: ...lean X Spark Plug Check Clean X Clean X Figure 10 Recommended 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 corro...

Page 19: ...ed with water and or dirt 1 Place a bucket underneath this generator to catch oil as it drains 2 Using a 17 mm hex wrench unscrew the oil drain plug located on the crankcase underneath the oil filler dipstick cap See Figure 11 3 Allow all the oil to drain from this generator 4 Replace the oil drain plug and tighten with a 17 mm hex wrench NOTE Never dispose of used motor oil in the trash down a dr...

Page 20: ...N9YC 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 moving it A hot engine and exhaust system can burn you and ignite some materials Disconnect the battery used for the electric start feature of this generator first disconnecting t...

Page 21: ...ing harness 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 ...

Page 22: ... Wattage W 7200 Surge Wattage W 9000 Rated Voltage V 120 240 Rated Amperage 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 15 Engine Type 4 stroke OHV single cylinder with forced air cooling system Ignition System Non contact transistor T C I Starting System Recoi...

Page 23: ...GENTRi9K 9000 Surge Watt 7200 Running Watt Portable Tri Fuel Liquid Propane Gas Gasoline Natural Gas Electric Start Generator Manual 23 PARTS DIAGRAM ...

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Page 32: ...GENTRi9K 9000 Surge Watt 7200 Running Watt Portable Tri Fuel Liquid Propane Gas Gasoline Natural Gas Electric Start Generator Manual 32 FRAME ASSEMBLY ...

Page 33: ...GENTRi9K 9000 Surge Watt 7200 Running Watt Portable Tri Fuel Liquid Propane Gas Gasoline Natural Gas Electric Start Generator Manual 33 WIRE DIAGRAM ...

Page 34: ...h the generator purchase 1 Locate the wheel 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 ...

Page 35: ...local 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 ...

Page 36: ...ty on emissions related parts is as follows 1 Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in your Owner s Manual is warranted for the warranty period stated above If the part fails during the period of warranty coverage the part will be repaired or replace by Buffalo Corp according to Subsection 4 below Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be ...

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