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Important Safety Information

WARNING:  

Read and thoroughly understand all instructions 

and safety information before operating this portable power 

generator. Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death. 

Do not allow anyone to operate this portable power generator 

who has not read this manual. As with all power equipment, a 

portable power generator can be dangerous if used improperly. Do 

not operate this portable power generator if you have doubts or 

questions concerning safe operation. 

Call our customer service department at 

720-287-5182,  

1-877-487-8275, 

 or visit

 

www.dirtyhandtools.com if you have any 

questions or concerns about the safe operation of this equipment.

Intended Use

Do Not Use the portable power generator for any purpose other 

than for which it was designed. Any other use is unauthorized and 

may result in serious injury or death.

Personal Protective Equipment

Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and heavy-duty work gloves 

during set up. While this portable power generator operates at a 

relatively low noise level, about 82 dB, you may want to wear ear 

plugs or noise deafening headphones.

People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before 

use. 

Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to a heart pacemaker 

could cause pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure. Caution 

is necessary when near the engine’s magneto or recoil starter.

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Summary of Contents for 101172

Page 1: ...WATTS PORTABLE POWER GENERATOR This safety alert symbol identifies important safety messages in this manual Failure to follow this important safety information may result in serious injury or death M...

Page 2: ...1100 W 120th Ave Suite 600 Westminster CO 80234 720 287 5182 For Service or Questions Call 1 877 487 8275 720 287 5182 www dirtyhandtools com Dirty Hand Tools is a brand of...

Page 3: ...mation 4 Unpacking and Setup 7 Filling with Gasoline and Oil 8 Operation Precautions 9 Operation 11 Maintenance 13 Troubleshooting 15 Storage 17 Wiring Diagram 17 Parts List 18 Generator Assembly 19 W...

Page 4: ...you have any questions or concerns about the safe operation of this equipment Intended Use Do Not Use the portable power generator for any purpose other than for which it was designed Any other use i...

Page 5: ...ol drugs or medication Do not allow a person who is tired or otherwise impaired or not completely alert to operate the portable power generator NEVER place fingers hands or body near the generator whe...

Page 6: ...of such parts could create a fire hazard The muffler and engine become very hot with use and can cause a severe burn do not touch Allow the engine to cool before refueling doing maintenance or making...

Page 7: ...ECEPTACLE GROUND TERMINAL on back Unpacking and Setup Your portable power generator is assembled at the factory with the exception of the carrying handle which is packed separately and must be attache...

Page 8: ...x one gallon of 89 octane gasoline with 2 5 fl oz of two stroke engine oil in an approved container Slowly shake the container to thoroughly mix the gasoline 2 cycle oil Do not run the engine with an...

Page 9: ...while the engine is running 6 Do not leave the generator unattended when it is running Turn off the engine before leaving the area 7 Do not operate in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of...

Page 10: ...connect the appliance and determine whether the problem is the appliance or if the rated load capacity of the generator has been exceeded 3 Make sure that the electrical rating of the tool or applianc...

Page 11: ...Pull the recoil starter with a rapid full arm stroke allowing the starter rope to rewind slowly Repeat as necessary until the engine starts running 6 After the engine warms up and starts running norma...

Page 12: ...es attached A generator s output may sharply spike as it runs out of fuel causing damage to attached devices 11 When finished using the appliance tool unplug its power cord from the AC outlet on the g...

Page 13: ...cedures WARNING Maintenance Before Monthly Every 6 Mo Annually Procedure Each Use 20 Hours 100 Hours 200 Hours Check Engine Gas Oil Mix Level X X X X Check General Equipment Condition X Check Air Clea...

Page 14: ...1 Disconnect spark plug wire from end of plug Clean out debris from around the spark plug 2 Using the spark plug wrench provided remove the spark plug Inspect the spark plug If the electrode is oily...

Page 15: ...g storage Remove spark plug Pour tablespoon of oil into spark plug hole Replace spark plug Crank engine a few times and try to start If the engine still will not start visit our web site at www dirtyh...

Page 16: ...ty capacitor Replace capacitor Engine speed is too fast Adjust engine speed Requires qualified technician Low output voltage under load Open rectifier Test rectifier and replace if required Engine spe...

Page 17: ...e the spark plug wire disconnected Pull recoil starter handle to distribute oil in the cylinder Stop after one or two revolutions when you feel the piston start the compression stroke when you start t...

Page 18: ...l Assy 1 37 Clamp 1 38 Spring Washer 6 7 39 Cross Round Head Bolt M6 x 16 2 40 Flywheel 1 41 Flange Nut M10 x 1 25 1 42 Recoil Starter Assy 1 Part Description Qty 43 Intake Valve Gasket 1 44 Intake Va...

Page 19: ...The parts list and assembly drawing are provided as a reference tool only It is recommended that any repairs or parts replacement be done by a qualified technician User repair and parts replacement m...

Page 20: ...ow for future reference Model No Serial No Date of Purchase Place of Purchase SKU Part No 101172 Description 900W Portable Power Generator Peak Wattage 900 Watts Continuous Wattage 800 Watts Maximum C...

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