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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 XP1200IS

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 XP1200IS 03272018 ...

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Page 3: ...troduction 3 Checking the Oil 20 Check the Gas Level 21 Starting the Generator 22 Starting the Generator 2 Adding Oil 16 Adding Gasoline 17 Grounding the Generator 18 High Altitude Operation 18 Generator Setup 4 AC Usage 26 Connecting a Load to the Generator 28 Parallel Usage 30 USB Usage 32 12V Auto Usage 33 Using the Generator 3 ...

Page 4: ...e Log 37 Checking the Oil 38 Changing the Oil 39 Cleaning the Air Filter 40 Spark Plug Maintenance 42 Storage and Transportation 44 Specifications 45 50 Basic Troubleshooting 48 Maintenance and Care Warranty Troubleshooting 4 8 54 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: ...In addition to the above safety notices please familiarize yourself with the safety and hazard markings on the generator GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES 9 ...

Page 10: ...eaded gasoline 87 octane or higher 3 Turn gas cap 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 10 Close the Choke Slide the choke lever to the right to in...

Page 11: ...rizontal position to stop the flow of gasoline to the carburetor 6 Turn Engine SW Fuel Valve on Turn the Engine SW Fuel Valve knob counterclockwise to ON 7 Open the Choke Slide the choke lever to the left to increase air flow during normal usage 8 Pull recoil Pull the recoil start handle briskley It may take 2 to 3 pulls to the unit to start 7 ...

Page 12: ...he engine speed when demand on the generator is low 5 USB Outlet Used to charge phones tablets and any other USB powered electronics 6 Ground Terminal Connect a ground wire here to properly ground the generator 7 120v 3 Prong Receptacle Use to connect electrical devices that run 120 Volt 60 Hz single phase AC current NEMA 5 20 10 Parallel Outlets Allows use of two units parallel to handle large lo...

Page 13: ...ngine close to transport 12 Choke Lever Choke to start the engine Run to use the generator 13 Muffler Reduces engine emissions and reduces noise 14 Recoil Start Easy Pull Recoil Start to start the engine 15 Start Fuel Switch Used to turn the engine and fuel on and off 13 10 Fuel Cap 12 Choke Lever 15 Start Fuel Switch 13 Muffler ...

Page 14: ... 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 14 ...

Page 15: ...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 16: ...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 17: ...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 18: ...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 19: ...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 20: ...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 21: ...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 22: ... the eco mode switch to off when using propane 3 STARTING THE GENERATOR Starting the Generator Turn gas valve on Turn Engine SW Fuel Valve on The gas valve is located on the gas cap Rotate the valve counter clockwise to the ON position Turn the Start Switch Selector knob to Run 2 4 22 ...

Page 23: ...s from the generator before attempting to start Pull Recoil Pull the recoil start handle briskley It may take 2 to 3 pulls to the unit to start 5 Open the Choke Slide the choke lever to the left to increase air flow during normal usage 6 23 ...

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Page 25: ...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 26: ...ed the rated 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...

Page 27: ...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 28: ...LY receptacles 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 28 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 the biggest loads first 2 3 ...

Page 29: ...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 1000 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 30: ...ect 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 of t...

Page 31: ...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 ...

Page 32: ...SB Usage Start the Generator Connect USB Charge Devices Start the generator according to the instructions found on pages 24 28 Plug your USB powered item into the 1 5A 5V USB Outlet on the front panel of the generator 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 2nd generator 1 2 3 32 ...

Page 33: ...the Generator Connect 12v Auto Use Devices Start the generator according to the instructions found on pages 24 28 Plug your 12v powered item into the 8A 12V Barrel Outlet on the front panel of the generator 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 2nd generator 1 2 3 ...

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Page 35: ...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 35 ...

Page 36: ... 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 37: ...MAINTENANCE LOG Date Generator Hours Maintenance Performed 37 ...

Page 38: ...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 39: ...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 39 ...

Page 40: ...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 40 ...

Page 41: ...and replace the cover 7 41 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 42: ...p 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 CR6HSA spark plug such as NGK 2983 1 2 3 MAINTENANCE AND CARE CONTINUED 42 ...

Page 43: ...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 43 ...

Page 44: ...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 45: ...C Voltage 12V 5V DC Amperage 8A 1 5A Dimensions LENGTH 19 8in WIDTH 12 2in HEIGHT 16 92in Engine Type 4 Stroke OHV Forced Air Ignition System Non Contact Transistor Displacement 54cc Starting Type Recoil Fuel Tank Capacity 0 58 US Gal 2 2L Oil Capacity 8 45 fl oz 0 25L Run Time 50 Gasoline 10 hr Noise Level 52dB 25 Load 45 ...

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Page 47: ...TROUBLESHOOTING This section of the manual is to help you troubleshoot problems with your generator 47 ...

Page 48: ... 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 49: ...WIRING DIAGRAM 49 ...

Page 50: ...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 51: ... 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 52: ...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 53: ... 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 54: ...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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