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201169 - 6500W TRI-FUEL ELECTRIC START GENERATOR

TROUbLESHOOTING

Problem

Cause

Solution

Engine hunts or falters.

Engine governor defective.

Contact the help line.

Carburetor is dirty and running lean.

Contact the help line.

Choke lever in wrong position.

Move choke lever to the RUN position.

Repeated circuit breaker tripping.

Overload.

Review load and adjust. See “Connecting
Electrical Loads.”

Faulty power cords or device.

Check for damaged, bare or frayed wires. Replace
defective device.

Circuit breaker still too hot.

Let unit sit for 5 mins.

For other issues and technical support:

Technical Support Team
Toll Free 1-877-338-0999
[email protected]

Summary of Contents for 201169

Page 1: ...roduct Specifications descriptions and illustrations in this manual are as accurate as known at the time of publication but are subject to change without notice PGMA G300 2018 Compliant This product m...

Page 2: ...monoxide risks you ll be better prepared to protect your family from this colorless oderless threat CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY THE BIG PICTURE KNOW THE SYMPTOMS Headache Nausea Shortness of breath Dizzin...

Page 3: ...Engine Gasoline 22 Starting the Engine Propane LPG 24 Starting the Engine Natural Gas NG 25 Battery 27 Connecting Electrical Loads 27 Do Not Overload Generator 27 GFCI 28 Stopping the Engine 28 Movin...

Page 4: ...very effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information in this manual at the time of publication and we reserve the right to change alter and or improve the product and t...

Page 5: ...ith guards in place Rotating parts can entangle hands feet hair clothing and or accessories Traumatic amputation or severe laceration can result Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts Tie up lon...

Page 6: ...verload the generator DO NOT tamper with the governed speed DO NOT modify the generator in any way CAUTION Start the generator and allow the engine to stabilize before connecting electrical loads Conn...

Page 7: ...ly fill or drain gasoline outdoors in a well ventilated area DO NOT pump gasoline directly into the generator at the gas station Always use an approved container to transfer the fuel to the generator...

Page 8: ...l de 87 Maximum 10 d thanol K 109 Colors LPN 1110 L OP Rev B Size 46 x 46 mm Artwork Notes 3mm corner radius 2mm safe margin white to be printed shown in 50 process magenta Revision Changes Changed Oc...

Page 9: ...ents before operation Electric Shock Failure to use in dry conditions and to observe safe practices can result in electric shock Improper connections to a building can allow current to backfeed into u...

Page 10: ...e Off Propane Natural Gas Propane Inlet Natural Gas Inlet Choke Run Circuit Breaker On Circuit Breaker Off SYMBOL MEANING Circuit Breaker Reset Push Circuit Breaker Reset Flip Neutral Bonded to Frame...

Page 11: ...ion 7 Plug in desired device Stopping the Engine 1 Turn off and unplug all connected electrical loads 2 Turn the fuel select dial to the ENGINE STOP position For Electric Start see Starting the Engine...

Page 12: ...ilter Protects the engine by filtering dust and debris from the intake air 6 Recoil Starter Used to manually start the engine 7 Never Flat Wheels 9 5 in 24 1 cm 8 LPG NG Inlet Used to connect LPG or N...

Page 13: ...t electrical overloads 5 Circuit Breakers Push Reset Protects the generator against electrical overloads RECEPTACLES A Y 120 240V AC 27 1A Locking NEMA L14 30R May be used to supply electrical power f...

Page 14: ...n time of the generator since first operation Example 16 hours Intelligauge with CO Shield Four mode digital meter for displaying voltage frequency run time and total run time Mutli colored LED indica...

Page 15: ...6 6 ft 2 m LPG Hose with Regulator 1 25 ft Natural Gas hose 1 Adapter fitting 1 Assembly Parts Wheels 9 5 in 24 1 cm Never Flat Wheel A 2 Wheel Hub Cap B 2 Roll Pin C 2 Large R clip D 2 Support Leg S...

Page 16: ...he generator onto it s recoil end 2 Slide the roll pin C through the wheel A from the outside 3 Slide the roll pin through the mount point on the frame 4 Insert r clip D into hole at end of roll pin 5...

Page 17: ...n for recommended service intervals CAUTION This engine is equipped with a low oil shut off and will stop when the oil level in the crankcase falls below the threshold level NOTICE The first 5 hours o...

Page 18: ...tank to allow for gasoline expansion DO NOT pump gasoline directly into the generator at the pump Use an approved fuel container to transfer the gasoline to the generator DO NOT fill tank indoors DO N...

Page 19: ...se connections CAUTION Use approved LPG cylinders equipped with an OPD overfilling prevention device valve Always keep the cylinder in a vertical position with the valve on top and installed at ground...

Page 20: ...O SHIELD IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR AN INDOOR CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM OR FOR INDOOR OPERATION DO NOT allow engine exhaust fumes to enter a confined area through windows doors vents or other openings Genera...

Page 21: ...o longer provides protection the generator is shutoff automatically and the yellow LED light will blink for at least five 5 minutes to notify you of the fault AUTOMATIC SHUTOFF SEE ACTION LABEL ARR T...

Page 22: ...or storage purposes Failure to follow proper safety precautions may result in personal injury damage to the generator and void the manufacturer s warranty WARNING During operation the muffler and exha...

Page 23: ...rapidly 6 When engine starts running move choke lever slowly to the RUN position over a 2 5 second period 7 Plug in devices NOTICE Keep choke lever in CHOKE position for only 1 pull of the recoil cor...

Page 24: ...tor and LPG cylinder See Add Fuel Propane LPG section of the manual 4 Fully open the valve on the LPG cylinder 5 Turn fuel select dial to the PROPANE ON position Electric Start 6 Move the choke lever...

Page 25: ...mance For example if the cylinder temperature is reduced to a very low level then the rate at which the LPG vaporizes is also reduced and may not provide sufficient flow to the engine This is not an i...

Page 26: ...e START position for up to 5 seconds or until started CAUTION If the ignition switch is held down in the START position longer than 5 seconds it could damage the starter NOTICE If the engine is cranke...

Page 27: ...ngerous practice that is illegal in many states and municipalities This action if done incorrectly could damage your generator appliances and could cause serious injury or death to you or a utility wo...

Page 28: ...p on 2 Press the TEST C button located on the front of the receptacle to trip the device This should immediately stop the flow of electricity and shut off the lamp If the electricity is not stopped do...

Page 29: ...itudes increased exhaust emissions can also result due to the increased enrichment of the air fuel ratio Other high altitude issues can include hard starting increased fuel consumption and spark plug...

Page 30: ...to clean exterior surfaces of the generator 2 Use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt and oil 3 Use an air compressor 25 PSI to clear dirt and debris from the generator 4 Inspect all air vents and coo...

Page 31: ...rbent cloth to remove all excess oil 6 Place the filter in the assembly 7 Reattach the air filter cover and snap in place Cleaning the Spark Arrestor 1 Allow the engine to cool completely before servi...

Page 32: ...battery charger for re charging before it can be used Disconnect the Battery 1 Pull two halves of battery connector apart Charge the Battery For a generator equipped with batteries for electric starti...

Page 33: ...l and appropriate hose if necessary under the carburetor drain bolt to avoid spillage 5c When gasoline stops flowing from the carburetor replace and tighten the carburetor drain bolt and be sure to pr...

Page 34: ...e below steps when removing from storage 1 Be sure the fuel select dial is in the ENGINE STOP position 2 Add gasoline to the generator according to Add Fuel Gasoline 3 Turn the fuel select dial to the...

Page 35: ...7 4 4 15 6 26 7 37 8 48 9 10W 30 5W 30 Full Synthetic 10W 40 5W 30 NOTICE Temperature will affect engine oil and engine performance Change the type of engine oil used based on temperature shown in th...

Page 36: ...Fuel supply pressure 5 7 W C 1 2 1 7 kPa W C Maximum flow rate 135 000 BTU hr Battery Specifications Type Rechargeable Non Spillable Lead Acid Volts DC 12 Capacity 14 Ah Temperature Specifications Sta...

Page 37: ...If equipped when CO Shield shutoffs occur due to accumulating carbon monoxide CO and if the red LED light blinks on the panel Move generator to an open outdoor area Point exhaust away from people and...

Page 38: ...if the yellow LED light blinks on the panel Start by confirming yellow LED light blinks when if generator shuts off If CO Shield continues to sense the fault and shuts off contact technical support Bo...

Page 39: ...ever in wrong position Move choke lever to the RUN position Repeated circuit breaker tripping Overload Review load and adjust See Connecting Electrical Loads Faulty power cords or device Check for dam...

Page 40: ...beyond the product s limits modified installed improperly or connected incorrectly to any electrical component Normal maintenance is not covered by this warranty and is not required to be performed a...

Page 41: ...URER S EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY COVERAGE This emission control system is warranted for two years subject to provision set forth below If any emission related part on your engine is defective t...

Page 42: ...t part If the part fails prior to the first scheduled replacement the part shall be repaired or replaced by CPE according to Subsection d below Any emissions related part repaired or replaced under th...

Page 43: ...ls Fuel Tank Fuel Cap Fuel Lines for liquid fuel fuel vapors Fuel Line Fittings Clamps Pressure Relief Valves Control Valves Control Solenoids Electronic Controls Vacuum Control Diaphragms Control Cab...

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