Chicago Electric 65588 Set Up, Operating, And Servicing Instructions Download

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SKU 65588

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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troubleshooting

problem

possible causes

probable solutions

engine will not

start

fUEL RELATED:

No fuel in tank or Fuel Cock closed.

Choke not in start position,

especially with cold engine.

Low quality or deteriorated, old

gasoline.
Dirty fuel passageways blocking fuel

flow.

Too much fuel in chamber. This can

be caused by the carburetor needle

sticking.

fUEL RELATED:

Fill fuel tank and open fuel valve.

Move choke to start position if

engine is cold.
Use only fresh 89+ octane unleaded

gasoline.
Clean out passageways using

fuel additive. Heavy deposits may

require further cleaning.
Turn choke to run position. Remove

spark plug and pull the start handle

several times to air out the chamber.

Reinstall spark plug and set choke

to start position.

iGniTiOn (SpARk) RELATED:

Spark plug wire not connected

securely.
Spark plug electrode wet or dirty.

Incorrect spark plug gap.

Spark plug wire or spark plug

broken.
Incorrect spark timing or faulty

ignition system.

iGniTiOn (SpARk) RELATED:

Connect spark plug wire properly.

Clean spark plug.

Correct spark plug gap.

Replace spark plug wire and/or

spark plug.

Have qualified technician diagnose/

repair ignition system.

COmpRESSiOn RELATED:

Cylinder not lubricated. Problem

after long storage periods.

Loose or broken spark plug.

(Hissing noise will occur when trying

to start.)

COmpRESSiOn RELATED:

Pour tablespoon of oil into spark

plug hole. Crank engine a few times

and try to start again.
Tighten spark plug. If that does not

work, replace spark plug.

Engine misfires

Spark plug wire loose.

Incorrect spark plug gap or

damaged spark plug.
Defective spark plug wire.

Old or low quality gasoline.

Check wire connections.

Re-gap or replace spark plug.

Replace spark plug wire.

Use only fresh 89+ octane unleaded

gasoline.

engine stops

suddenly

Low oil shutdown.

Fuel tank empty or full of impure or

low quality gasoline.
Defective fuel tank cap creating

vacuum, preventing proper fuel flow.

Fill engine oil to proper level. Check

engine oil before EVERY use.
Fill fuel tank with fresh 89+ octane

unleaded gasoline.
Test/replace fuel tank cap.

Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the

equipment or engine.

Summary of Contents for 65588

Page 1: ...http www harborfreight com Read this material before using this product Failure to do so can result in serious injury Save this manual Copyright 2008 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn prop...

Page 2: ... Servicing 11 Maintenance Procedures 11 Engine Oil Change 11 Spark Plug Maintenance 12 Fuel Filter Replacement if equipped 13 Cleaning Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule 13 After Initial 20 Operation Hour Period 13 Every 25 Operation Hours Thereafter 13 Every 50 Operation Hours 13 Every 100 Operation Hours 13 Every 300 Operation Hours 13 Storage 14 Troubleshooting 15 Parts Lists and Diagrams 17 ...

Page 3: ...ndicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury CAUTION without the safety alert symbol is used to address practices not related to personal injury WARNING Read all instructions Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in fire serious injury and or DEATH The warnings an...

Page 4: ...indows doors and vents Unconditioned electrical output can 3 damage sensitive equipment do not use to power sensitive electronic equipment without appropriate line conditioner sold separately Keep children away from the equip 4 ment especially while it is operating Do not leave the equipment unat 5 tended when it is running Turn off the equipment and remove safety keys if available before leaving ...

Page 5: ...of time Dispose of or store any fuel or oil soaked rags in a bottom ventilated covered metal container Dispose of fluids and cleaning materi als as per any local state or federal codes and regulations Before use check for misalignment 17 or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the equipment s operation If damaged have the equipment serviced before using...

Page 6: ...Fuel Type 89 Octane unleaded gasoline Capacity 0 6 US Gallons Engine Oil Type SAE 30W Above 32 F SAE 10W 30 Below 32 F Capacity 0 2 QT Run Time 50 Load Approximately 4 Hours with full tank Sound Level 93 dB Power Output 950 W Rated 1000 W Peak Receptacles 120 V 7 9 A Rated Duplex Receptacle 12 V DC 65 Receptacle Note Additional specifications found in the Technical Engine Specifi cations chart in ...

Page 7: ...ury from accidental starting Turn the Power Switch of the equipment to its OFF position disconnect the spark plug wire s before assembling or making any adjustments to the equipment Engine Controls Engine Switch 1 disables engine in OFF position Figure 1 AC 120 V Outlets DC Outlet Economy on off Switch Pull Recoil Starter Handle 4 Engine on off Switch A B C D 3 2 Economy Control Switch decreases o...

Page 8: ...t is not unplug the electrical equipment and check the problem before continuing Checking and Filling Engine Oil CAUTION Your Warranty is VOID if the engine s crankcase is not properly filled with oil SAE 10W30 before each use Before each use check the oil level Do not run the engine with low or no engine oil Running the engine with no or low engine oil WILL permanently damage the en gine Figure 2...

Page 9: ...rely cover bottom of the Strainer Replace the Strainer and Fuel Tank 6 Cap Starting the Engine Inspect engine and equipment looking for damaged loose and missing parts before set up and starting If any problems are found do not use equipment until fixed properly Before starting the engine Inspect the equipment and a engine Fill the engine with the prop b er amount and type of fuel and oil Read the...

Page 10: ...The first 20 hours of operation is the break in period During the first 3 hours of use 2 Do not apply a heavy electrical load to the equipment Do not operate the engine at its maximum speed use the Economy Control Switch on Control Panel After the first 20 hours of use 3 Change the engine oil NOTE Under normal operating conditions subsequent mainte nance follows the schedule ex plained in the Main...

Page 11: ... before further use Maintenance Procedures Many maintenance procedures including those not detailed in this manual will need to be performed by a qualified technician for safety If you have any doubts about your ability to safely service the equipment or engine have a qualified technician service the equipment instead Note Warranty is void if proper mainte nance and servicing procedures are not fo...

Page 12: ...d remove the spark plug Inspect the spark plug 2 If the electrode is oily clean it using a clean dry rag If the electrode has deposits on it polish it using emery paper If the white insulator is cracked or chipped the spark plug needs to be replaced When installing a new spark plug ad 3 just the plug s gap to the specification on the Technical specification chart Do not pry against the electrode o...

Page 13: ...el valve before restarting the engine It may take a little longer than usual to start the engine be cause the fuel needs to refill the fuel line and new filter Cleaning Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Note This maintenance schedule is intended solely as a general guide If performance decreases or if equip ment operates unusually check sys tems immediately The maintenance needs of each piece o...

Page 14: ...r one tablespoon of engine oil into cylinder through spark plug hole Reinstall spark plug but leave spark d plug wire disconnected Pull recoil starter to distribute oil in e cylinder Stop after one or two revo lutions when you feel the piston start the compression stroke when you start to feel resistance Disconnect battery cables if f equipped Cover and store in a dry well ventilat 3 ed area out o...

Page 15: ...n system Ignition spark Related Connect spark plug wire properly 1 Clean spark plug 2 Correct spark plug gap 3 Replace spark plug wire and or 4 spark plug Have qualified technician diagnose 5 repair ignition system Compression Related Cylinder not lubricated Problem 1 after long storage periods Loose or broken spark plug 2 Hissing noise will occur when trying to start Compression Related Pour tabl...

Page 16: ...r 3 engine warms up Qualified technician must adjust 4 engine at altitudes greater than 5 000 feet above sea level Have qualified technician diagnose 5 and service engine Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the equipment or engine PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY The manufacturer and or distributor has provided the parts list and assembly diagram in this manual as a r...

Page 17: ...ly 1 10 Fuel Tank Sleeve Holder 1 11 Fuel Tank 1 12 Fuel Tank Rubber Buffer 2 13 Fuel Tank Bracket 1 14 Motor Assembly 1 15 Hex Screws 4 Body Parts List A Part Description Q ty 16 Rear Engine Cover 1 17 Spark Plug Access Cover 1 18 Right Generator Cover 1 19 Hex Screws 7 20 Oil Pump 1 21 Base 1 22 Rubber Buffer Housing 4 23 Hex Screws 4 24 Oil Cap 1 25 Oil Filler Neck 1 26 Inverter Rubber Buffer 4...

Page 18: ... 12B Right Cover 1 13B Tapping Screws 2 Part Description Q ty 14B Cover 1 15B Muffler Compartment 1 16B Engine Assembly 1 17B Flywheel Shield 1 18B Carburetor Insulator 1 19B Left Cover 1 20B Carburetor 1 21B Air Cleaner 1 22B Tapping Screws 2 23B Gasoline Break Switch 1 24B Gasoline Pump 1 25B Tapping Screws 1 26B Engine Stand Bracket 1 27B Engine Stand Rubber Buffers 4 28B Engine Base 1 NOTE Whe...

Page 19: ...Screw M5 X 20 1 37C Screw 2 1 38C Case 1 39C Oil Seal 2 40C Screw M5 X 25 1 43C Seal 1 44C Oil Dip Stick 1 45C Engine Oil Protector 1 46C Magneto Rotor Component 1 47C Screw 1 1 48C Start Reel 1 49C Nut M10 X 1 25 1 50C Magneto Cover 1 51C Starter 1 52C Nut M5 3 55C Screw M5 X 16 3 56C Muffler Cover 1 57C Nut M5 3 58C Double Edge Bolt 2 59C Screw M5 X 35 1 60C Muffler 1 Part Discription Q ty 61C M...

Page 20: ...SKU 65588 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 20 Engine Assembly Diagram C NOTE When ordering or referring to parts for Engine use the suffix C after each individual part number ...

Page 21: ...llow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties express or implied including the warranties of merchantability and fitness To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date...

Page 22: ...ities you should contact the Harbor Freight Tools Customer Service Department at 1 800 444 3353 Harbor Freight Tools Emission Control Defects Warranty Provisions Length of Coverage 1 HFT warrants to a first retail purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that the engine is free from defects in materials and workmanship that cause the failure of warranted parts for a period of two 2 years after the ...

Page 23: ...i Ignition System 3 Spark plug i Magneto ignition system ii Catalyst System if so equipped 4 Exhaust pipe stud i Muffler ii Catalytic converter if so equipped iii Miscellaneous Items Used in Above Systems 5 Vacuum temperature and time sensitive valves i and switches Hoses belts connectors and assemblies ii ...

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