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STARTING THE GENERATOR

If this is not your first time using the generator there are still steps you should take to prepare it for

operation each time you use it.

IMPORTANT: At this point you should be familiar with the procedures described in the first

portion of this section entitled “GENERATOR SETUP” If you have not yet read this section, go
back and read it now.

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Summary of Contents for DUAL FUEL SIDE KICK XP2200EH

Page 1: ...made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information in this manual We reserve the right to change this product at any time without prior notice 5800 Ontario Mills Pkwy Ontario CA 91764 USA www duromaxpower com Call our Customer Care Team Toll Free 8 5pm PST Mon Fri 844 DUROMAX User Manual REV XP2200EH 01102018 ...

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Page 3: ...16 Introduction 3 Checking the Oil 22 Check the Gas Level 23 Starting the Generator Using Gasoline 24 Starting the Generator Using Propane 26 Starting the Generator 2 Adding Oil 18 Adding Gasoline 19 Grounding the Generator 20 High Altitude Operation 20 Generator Setup 4 AC Usage 30 Connecting a Load to the Generator 32 DC Usage 34 Using the Generator 3 ...

Page 4: ...e Log 39 Checking the Oil 40 Changing the Oil 41 Cleaning the Air Filter 42 Spark Plug Maintenance 44 Storage and Transportation 46 Specifications 47 52 Basic Troubleshooting 50 Maintenance and Care Warranty Troubleshooting 4 8 56 Contact Information ...

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Page 6: ...torm that knocks out power dewatering a flooded property or washing away a deck for the summer season Engines that are certified to comply with U S EPA emission regulations for SORE Small off Road Equipment are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline and may include the following emission control systems EM Engine Modifications and TWC Three Way Catalyst if so equipped 6 STOP Please do n...

Page 7: ... can exceed 150 F 65 C Do not touch hot surfaces Pay attention to warning labels on the generator denoting hot parts of the machine Allow generator to cool several minutes after use before touching engine or areas which heat during use The safety alert symbol is used with one of the safety words DANGER CAUTION or WARNING to alert you of hazards Please pay attention to these hazard notices both in ...

Page 8: ...disconnect the spark plug WARNING This generator produces a powerful voltage which can result in electrocution ALWAYS ground the generator before using it see the Grounding the Generator portion of the PREPARlNG THE GENERATOR FOR USE section Generator should only be plugged into electrical devices either directly or with an extension cord NEVER connect to a building electrical system without a qua...

Page 9: ...cution especially if the generator is equipped with a wheel kit Gasoline and its vaporsa re flammable and explosive turn engine off and let it cool at least 2 minutes before refueling Failure to read and follow the instructions in user manual s could result in death bodily injury and or property damage Running engines give off carbon monoxide an odorless colorless poisonous gas Breathing carbon mo...

Page 10: ...e to the threaded outlet on the generator marked LPG 4 Add oil The oil fill cap is located on the lower engine block on the right inside the access panel Remove the oil fill cap and fill with 10w30 oil Close the access panel when finished 2 Turn eco mode off Set the eco mode switch to off when using propane 5 10 Switch fuel type to propane Turn the fuel selection switch to the left to propane 3 ...

Page 11: ... second to clear the air from the lines 9 Pull recoil Connect your devices to the receptacles on the front panel Start with the largest loads first 10 Open choke Open the choke by pushing the choke lever IN 8 11 Turn gas valve off The gas valve is located on the gas cap Rotate the valve counter clockwise to the OFF position 6 Turn engine switch on Turn the engine switch to on 7 ...

Page 12: ...e tank with fresh unleaded gasoline 87 octane or higher 3 Turn gas valve on The gas valve is located on the gas cap Rotate the valve counter clockwise to the ON position 5 Add oil The oil fill cap is located on the lower engine block on the right inside the access panel Remove the oil fill cap and fill with 10w30 oil Close the access panel when finished 2 12 Switch fuel type to gas Turn the fuel s...

Page 13: ...s on the front panel Start with the largest loads first 9 13 Turn eco mode off The gas valve is located above the recoil start on the bottom of the fuel tank Rotate the valve counter clockwise to the horizontal position to stop the flow of gasoline to the carburetor 6 Close choke Pull the choke level OUT to close the choke when starting the generator using gas 8 ...

Page 14: ...4 Recoil Start Easy Pull Recoil Start to start the engine 5 Output Light Lit when the unit is producing power 6 Overload Light Blinks when the unit is in surge mode lit steady when overloaded 7 Low Oil Light Lit when the unit shuts down or will not start due to low oil 8 Choke Lever Allows the airflow into the carburetor to be restricted to assist in starting the engine 9 Engine Start Switch Switc...

Page 15: ... 3 Prong Receptacle Use to connect electrical devices that run 120 Volt 60 Hz single phase AC current NEMA 5 20 14 Propane Inlet Attach the included propane line and regulator to run the generator on propane 15 Fuel Select Used to select the fuel source for the generator 15 6 Overload Light 7 Low Oil Light 8 Choke 9 Engine Start Switch 10 Eco Mode Switch 11 Ground Terminal 5 Output Light 15 Fuel S...

Page 16: ... that all of the following items are included with your generator Note Actual tools may differ in appearance or design from image shown Oil Funnel w hose Spark Plug Wrench Used to add oil to the generator without messy spills Used in spark plug maintenance inspection and installation 16 ...

Page 17: ...GENERATOR SETUP Proper setup of your generator will get you going as soon as possible while making sure you and your equipment are safe and cared for ...

Page 18: ...ngine s service life a Make sure the generator is on a level surface b Unscrew the oil filler dipstick cap from the engine c Using a funnel add the appropriate amount of oil into the crankcase You will know the crankcase is full when the oil level has reached the lower lip of the opening you have just poured the oil into d Replace oil filler cap 1 Step 3 Adding Oil Engine oil recommended SAE 10W 3...

Page 19: ...city of your generator model d Replace fuel cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline with a dry cloth NOTE Gas can expand Do not fill the gas tank to the very top Leave a minimum of 1 5 in of open space IMPORTANT Never use an oil gasoline mixture Never use old gas Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank Gas can age in the tank and make it hard to start up the generator in the future Never store g...

Page 20: ...altitude that differs from that at which this engine was certified for extended periods of time may increase emissions High altitude performance can be improved by specific modifications to the carburetor If you always operate your generator at altitudes above 5 000 feet 1 500 meters have a dealer perform this carburetor modification This engine when operated at high altitude with the carburetor m...

Page 21: ...e are still steps you should take to prepare it for operation each time you use it IMPORTANT At this point you should be familiar with the procedures described in the first portion of this section entitled GENERATOR SETUP If you have not yet read this section go back and read it now ...

Page 22: ...ck cap c With a dry cloth wipe the oil off of the stick on the inside of the cap d Insert the dipstick as if you were replacing the cap and then remove again There should now be oil on the stick If there is no oil on the stick or oil only at the very end of the stick you should add oil until the engine crankcase is filled see Adding Oil portion of the Maintenance section e Be sure to replace the c...

Page 23: ...e highly flammable Do not fill tank near an open flame Always allow engine to cool for several minutes before refueling DO NOT overfill fuel tank Fuel expands when shaken or heated ALWAY leave 11 2 space or more at the top of the tank ALWAYS use fresh fuel or stabilized fuel Old gasoline older than 30 days can cause permanent damage to the fuel system Always check for fuel spills ...

Page 24: ...t the eco mode switch to off when using propane 3 Turn engine switch to RUN Turn the engine switch to on 4 STARTING THE GENERATOR Starting the Generator Using Gasoline Turn gas valve on The gas valve is located on the gas cap Rotate the valve counter clockwise to the ON position 2 24 ...

Page 25: ...l loads from the generator before attempting to start Close choke Pull the choke level OUT to close the choke when starting the generator using gas 5 25 Pull recoil Open choke Connect your devices to the receptacles on the front panel Start with the largest loads first Push the choke to the OPEN position as the engine warms up 6 7 ...

Page 26: ...oad when starting the generator 3 STARTING THE GENERATOR CONTINUED Starting the Generator Using Propane Turn gas valve off Connect propane hose The gas valve is located above the recoil start on the bottom of the fuel tank Rotate the valve counter clockwise to the horizontal position to stop the flow of gasoline to the carburetor Connect the propane hose to the threaded outlet on the generator mar...

Page 27: ...d air from propane line The propane regulator decompression valve is located on the hose where it connects to the propane tank Press the button in the center 3 5 times for one second to clear the air from the lines 7 8 Pull recoil Connect your devices to the receptacles on the front panel Start with the largest loads first ...

Page 28: ...vices to generator ONLY after the engine runs smoothly There may be remnant gasoline in the carburetor this can cause unsteady engine performance for several minutes 3 If the propane gas leaks shut off the LPG supply first and then quickly unplug or turn off any electrical devices powered by the unit 4 When stopping the engine unplug or turn off any electrical devices turn off the Main Circuit Bre...

Page 29: ...re still steps you should take to prepare it for operation each time you use it IMPORTANT At this point you should be familiar with the procedures described in the first portion of this section entitled GENERATOR SETUP If you have not yet read this section go back and read it now ...

Page 30: ...ted wattage of the generator itself To calculate the total wattage requirement of the electrical devices you wish to connect find the rated or running wattage of each device This number should be listed somewhere on the device or in its instruction manual If you cannot find this wattage you may calculate it by multiplying the Voltage requirement by the Amperage drawn Watts Volts x Amps If these sp...

Page 31: ...ectric drill 600 900 Television 500 0 Deep freezer 500 800 Garage door opener 480 600 Stereo 400 0 Box fan 300 600 Clock radio 300 0 Security system 180 0 DVD Player 100 0 Common light bulb 75 0 CAUTION The generator can only run at its surge wattage capacity for a very short time Connect only electrical devices requiring a rated running wattage equal to or less than the rated wattage of the gener...

Page 32: ...d to the 120 240v receptacle using an appropriate adapter 240v devices can NOT be connected Plug in devices Plug in devices to the appropriate receptacle 1 CAUTION Do not connect 50Hz or 3 phase loads to the generator 32 Turn on EcoMode Turn on connected devices Eco mode idles the generator s motor up and down based on the load which saves fuel and noise Start or turn on appliances starting with t...

Page 33: ...ctrical device See table below for recommended cords based on the power requirement of the electrical device DEVICE REQUIREMENTS WIRE GAUGE BY LENGTH ft AMPS WATTS 120 240V 10 25 50 100 150 5 600 1200 18 16 14 12 10 10 1200 2400 16 14 12 10 8 15 1800 3600 14 12 10 8 6 20 2400 4800 12 10 8 6 4 25 3000 6000 10 8 6 4 4 30 3600 7200 8 6 4 4 NR 40 4800 9600 6 4 4 NR NR 50 6000 1200 4 4 2 NR NR NR NOT R...

Page 34: ... Connect Power Gen 2 Connect one set of the Red Parallel Cables from the Parallel Kit to the Parallel Operation Outlets on bottom of the front panel of the 1st generator Connect the Green Ground wire from the Parallel Kit to the ground lug on the bottom left of the front panel 1st generator Connect one set of the Red Parallel Cables from the Parallel Kit to the Parallel Operation Outlets on bottom...

Page 35: ...ire from the Parallel Kit to the ground lug on the bottom left of the front panel 2nd generator 4 Start the Generators Start both generators according to the instructions found on pages 24 28 5 Connect your Load Connect your RV or large 30A appliance to either the TT 30R 30A RV Plug or 5 30R 30A 120v Plug found on the Parallel Kit 6 ...

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Page 37: ...nce and storage of your generator is essential to ensure trouble free use of your generator when you need it By following the maintenance and care requirements you can keep your generator running smooth and efficient for years to come 37 ...

Page 38: ... instruction manual Make sure the engine is off before you begin any maintenance or repairs Let the engine and exhaust system cool before touching To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion be careful when working around gasoline Use only a nonflammable solvent not gasoline to clean parts Keep cigarettes sparks and flames away from all fuel related parts SERVICE REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD BEFORE E...

Page 39: ...MAINTENANCE LOG Date Generator Hours Maintenance Performed 39 ...

Page 40: ...Unscrew the oil filler dipstick cap c With a dry cloth wipe the oil off of the stick on the inside of the cap d Insert the dipstick as if you were replacing the cap and then remove again There should now be oil on the stick If there is no oil on the stick or oil only at the very end of the stick you should add oil until the engine crankcase is filled see Adding Oil portion of the Maintenance secti...

Page 41: ...the oil from the crankcase if it has become contaminated with water or dirt Remove Oil Fill Cap Drain oil Replace Oil Fill Cap Unscrew the oil fill cap Tip the generator towards the open door to drain the oil from the oil fill into an approved oil disposal container Contact your local auto parts store for information on oil disposal Replace the oil fill cap and tighten 2 2 3 41 ...

Page 42: ...ss air to enter the engine or dirty air to enter the engine causing overheating and engine wear MAINTENANCE AND CARE CONTINUED Cleaning the air cleaner Open cleaner cover Remove cleaner element Wipe out cleaner casing Unhinge the clasps at the top and bottom of the air cleaner cover Remove the sponge like elements from the casing Wipe the dirt from inside the empty air cleaner casing 1 2 3 42 ...

Page 43: ...and replace the cover 7 43 Wash cleaner element Wash the sponge like elements in household dish detergent and warm water 4 Dry cleaner element Allow the elements to dry completely 5 6 Add engine oil to elements Soak the dry elements in a small amount of engine oil Ring out any excess oil ...

Page 44: ... Remove spark plug Inspect spark plug Pull on the spark plug cap to remove it Unscrew the spark plug from the generator using the spark plug wrench included with this product Visually inspect the spark plug If it is cracked or chipped discard and replace with a new spark plug We recommend using a F6RTC spark plug such as NGK BPR5ES 1 2 3 MAINTENANCE AND CARE CONTINUED 44 ...

Page 45: ...nd re gap Replace spark plug Replace spark plug cap If you are re using the spark plug use a wire brush to clean any dirt from around the spark plug base and then re gap the spark plug Screw the spark plug back into its place on the generator using the spark plug wrench Replace the spark plug cap 5 6 7 45 ...

Page 46: ...r 2 Allow the unit to run 3 5 minutes 3 Turn off the fuel valve 4 Allow the unit to stall out 5 Turn off the key 6 Add fuel stabilizer to the gas remaining in the tank 7 Store If you do not plan to start the unit for longer than 30 days 1 Turn off the main breaker 2 Allow the unit to run 3 5 minutes 3 Turn off the fuel valve 4 Allow the unit to stall out 5 Turn off the key 6 Drain the fuel tank Se...

Page 47: ...60 Hz AC Phase Single DC Voltage 12V 5V DC Amperage 8A 1 5A Dimensions LENGTH 19 8in WIDTH 11 4in HEIGHT 17 9in Engine Type 4 Stroke OHV Forced Air Ignition System Non Contact Transistor Displacement 79cc Starting Type Electric Fuel Tank Capacity 1 2 US Gal 4 5L Oil Capacity 11 8 fl oz 0 3L Run Time 50 Gasoline 10 hr Run Time 50 Propane 16 hr 5 Gallon Noise Level 52dB 25 Load 47 ...

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Page 49: ...TROUBLESHOOTING This section of the manual is to help you troubleshoot problems with your generator 49 ...

Page 50: ... Move generator to a level surface Oil is low Add change oil Engine runs but there is no electrical output Circuit Breaker is Off Turn on circuit breaker Wiring connection is bad Replace extension cord s Device connected to generator is Malfunctioning Disconnect malfunctioning device Generator runs but does not support all electrical devices con nected Generator is overloaded Disconnect 1 or more ...

Page 51: ...WIRING DIAGRAM 51 ...

Page 52: ...ROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA California Air Resources Board and Imperial Industrial Supply Co LTD DuroMax Power Equipment are pleased to explain the emissions control system s warranty on your 2018 small off road engine In California new equipment that use small off road engines must be designed built and equipped to meet t...

Page 53: ... any questions regarding your warranty coverage contact us at 844 DUROMAX or email support duromaxpowerequipment com DEFECTS WARRANTY REQUIREMENTS The warranty period begins on the date the engine or equipment is delivered to an ultimate purchaser and extends for a period of Two Years GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE DuroMax Power Equipment warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent...

Page 54: ...l manufacturer distribution centers that are franchised to service the subject engines 5 The owner must not be charged for diagnostic labor that leads to the determination that a warranted part is in fact defective provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station 6 The manufacturer is liable for damages to other engine components proximately caused by a failure under warranty ...

Page 55: ... Thermal Reactor System i Catalytic converter i Thermal reactor ii Exhaust manifold 6 Particulate Controls 7 Traps filters precipitators and any other device used to capture particulate emissions 8 Electronic controls 9 Vacuum temperature and time sensitive valves and switches 10 Hoses belts connectors and assemblies 11 Evaporative Emission Warranty Part List i Fuel Tank ii Fuel Cap iii Fuel Line ...

Page 56: ...tors are your lifeline in the event of an emergency Should you have any problems please contact our customer service department DUROMAX POWER EQUIPMENT 5800 Ontario Mills Parkway Ontario CA 91764 Customer Service 844 DUROMAX Customer Service Hours 8 5pm PST Website www duromaxpower com Email customerservice duromaxpower com ...

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