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2200 RATED WATTS/2400 MAX WATTS

PORTABLE GENERATOR

98452

OPERATiNG iNSTRucTiONS

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Failure to do so can result in serious injury.

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2009 by Harbor Freight Tools

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Harbor Freight Tools. Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing

improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Tools required for

assembly and service may not be included.

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

Revised Manual 10e

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Page 1: ...ights 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 proportionally Due to continuing improvements actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein Tools required for assembly and service may not be included For tech...

Page 2: ...s Includes Fuel Gauge Estimated Run Time 11 8 Continuous Running Hours Weight 103 6 Pounds This product requires oil and fuel to be added before starting Attempting to start the engine without oil WILL ruin the engine and void the warranty The Emission Control System for this generator s engine is warranted for standards set by the U S Environmental Protection Agency and by the California Air Reso...

Page 3: ... as needed ELECTRICAL SAFETY Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded 4 in accordance with all codes and ordinances Never remove the grounding prong or modify the plug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded If the tools should electrically malfunction or break ...

Page 4: ...rts Avoid accidental starting Make sure the Power Switch is in its OFF posi 12 tion and disconnect the Spark Plug Wire when not in use Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the Generator on 13 A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the machine may result in personal injury Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times 14 15 Use safety equipment Alw...

Page 5: ...ave generators When the plugged in product operates abnormally or unusually slow immediately stop using the generator as a power source Always read and adhere to the instruction manual of the product to be powered to make sure that it can be safely and efficiently powered by a portable generator Note When using a generator to provide home standby electricity a transfer switch sold separately is ne...

Page 6: ...nt Generator service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel 26 Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury When servicing a tool use only identical replacement parts Follow instruc 27 tions in the Inspection Maintenance And Cleaning section of this manual Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create ...

Page 7: ...ell ventilated outdoor areas Carbon monoxide fumes are a colorless odorless gas that if inhaled can cause serious injury or death Pipes and silencer should not use any flammable materials nor should they be installed near the same Generator exhaust fumes must within legal limits If the generator is installed outdoors it must be weatherproofed and should 5 be sound proofed It should not be run outd...

Page 8: ...r store fuel or other flammable materials near the Generator 4 Do not smoke or allow sparks flames or other sources of ignition around 5 the Generator Keep grounded conductive objects such as tools away from exposed live 6 electrical parts and connections to avoid sparking or arcing These events could ignite fumes or vapors Do not refill the Fuel Tank while the Engine is running or while the Engin...

Page 9: ...erate the Generator with safety guards removed 4 While the Genera tor is running do not attempt to reach around the safety guards for maintenance or any other reason Keep hands arms long hair loose clothing and jewelry away from oving parts 5 Be aware that when engine parts are moving fast they cannot be seen clearly Keep access doors on enclosures closed and locked when access is not 6 required W...

Page 10: ... is used make sure to use only UL listed 3 cords having the correct gauge and length See TABLE A Do not attempt to connect or disconnect load connections while standing in 4 water or on wet or soggy ground Do not touch electrically energized parts of the Generator and interconnect 5 ing cables or conductors with any part of the body or with any non insulated conductive object Connect the Generator...

Page 11: ...ocal building and electrical codes before installing this unit Installation must be completed by licensed contractors WARNING 3 The Generator weighs 103 6 pounds Use care and the proper lifting or hoisting equipment when moving it to the installation location Always connect hoist lines to the Frame 41B of the Generator GENERAL LOCATIONS It is recommended to locate the Generator outdoors only where...

Page 12: ...ding wire not included from the Grounding Connector 8 on the Generator to a grounding rod not included that has been driven at least 24 inches deep into the earth The grounding rod must be an earth driven copper or brass rod electrode which can adequately ground the Generator See Figure B THIS UNIT CAN POWER THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ITEM RUNNING WATTS START UP WATTS 1 3 HP Air Compressor 720 1000 Belt ...

Page 13: ...l open the circuit breaker Exceeding the time limit for 4 maximum power operation or slightly overloading the generator may not switch the circuit breaker or circuit protector OFF but will shorten the service life of the generator OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS NOTE For additional references to the parts listed in the following pages refer to the Assembly Diagrams on pages 21 and 23 Pre Start Checks Check...

Page 14: ...Page 14 SKU 98452 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 REV 09h THIS GENERATOR HAS AN AUTO SHUTDOWN OIL SENSOR IF ENGINE STOPS OR WILL NOT START CHECK OIL LEVEL ...

Page 15: ... with unleaded gasoline See Figure C To Start The Engine Make sure the electrical powered tools equipment that will be used is not plugged 1 in to the Generator Turn the 115 volt AC Circuit Breaker 5 to its 2 ON position See Figure D Open the Fuel Valve 40B 3 See Figure E Move the Choke Lever 116C to the CLOSED position to start a cold engine 4 Leave the Choke Lever 116C in the open position to re...

Page 16: ...owing several times to allow the 6 gasoline to flow into the Engine s carburetor Then hold the Start Handle firmly and pull the rope hard and fast Pull the rope all the way out using two hands if necessary If necessary pull the tope several times until the Engine starts See Figure G Allow the Engine to run for several seconds Then open the Choke Lever 21A 7 all the way See Figure E ...

Page 17: ...tart the Generator and continue powering the remaining tools and equipment See Figure D When finished using the Generator turn the Engine Power Switch 2 to its 5 OFF position Turn the Fuel Valve 40B to its OFF position Then disconnect all electrical powered tools and equipment from the Generator s 115 volt AC Duel Outlets 6 See Figure E F G After the Engine and Generator have completely cooled sto...

Page 18: ...enerator have completely cooled store the Generator in a 6 safe clean dry location if not already installed in one NOTE 7 The Generator features a 10 AMP DC Fuse 9 to protect the DC circuit in case of an overload Should an overload occur the Fuse will burn out causing the Genrator to automatically shut down In this case refer to Step 1 in this section Then reset the circuitry system by replacing t...

Page 19: ...s have the problem corrected before further use Do not use damaged equipment Follow all maintenance procedures as outlined in the 3 Engine Maintenance Schedule below at the specified intervals In addition observe the following details Before each use check to make sure the Engine s oil level is adequate If necessary fill the Engine s Crankcase until the oil level is even with the Oil Fill Hole Bef...

Page 20: ...37 Spacer 4 38 Rub Washer 4 39 Bush 4 40B Fuel Valve 1 41B Frame 1 42 Switch Box Cover 1 43 Engine 1 44 Carbon Brush 1 NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY The manufacturer and or distributor has provided the parts list and assembly diagram in this manual as a reference tool o...

Page 21: ...Page 21 SKU 98452 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM ...

Page 22: ...Wire 1 37A Ignition Coil 1 38A Nut Special 14mm 1 39A Starter Ratchet Spring 2 40A Starter Rope 1 41A Starter Handle 1 42B1 Starter Case Assembly 1 Part Description Qty 43A Spiral Spring 1 44A Starter Wheel 1 45A Circlip 1 46A Starter Ratchet 2 47A Friction Plate Screw 1 48B1 Cover 1 49A1 Starter Pulley 1 50A Cooling Fan 1 51A Flywheel Magneto 1 52A1 Cylinder Block 1 53A Speed Control Lever 1 54A ...

Page 23: ... 23 SKU 98452 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts ...

Page 24: ...r unapproved modifications You are responsible for shipping your engine to a HFT warranty station as soon as a problem exists Contact the HFT Customer Service department at the number below to make shipping arrangements The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you shou...

Page 25: ...anted part unless performed by an authorized warranty center c failure to follow recommendations on fuel use contained in the Owner s Manual d improper or inadequate maintenance of any war ranted parts e repairs performed outside of the authorized war ranty service dealers f alterations by changing adding to or removing parts from the engine 5 Service and Maintenance Component parts which are not ...

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