Guardian 005348-0, Owner'S Manual

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1.1 UNPACKING
Remove all packaging material. •
Remove separate accessory box. •
Remove carton off the generator. •
1.1.1 ACCESSORY BOX
Check all contents. If any parts are missing or damaged locate an
authorized dealer at 1-800-333-1322.
Contents include:
Wheel Axle • Oil Funnel •
2 – Washers • 2 – Wheels •
2 – Cotter Pins • Extension Cord •
Spark Plug • 12 Volt Adaptor Plug Charger •
Air Filter • Spark Plug Wrench •
Pre-cleaner • Oil Filter •
Shop Towel • • 1 oz. Pouch of Stabil
®
2 – 1 Quart SAE 30 Oil Bottles •
1.2 ASSEMBLY
The generator requires some assembly prior to using it. If problems
arise when assembling the generator, please call the Generator
Helpline at 1-800-333-1322.
1.2.1 ASSEMBLING THE WHEEL KIT
The wheel kit is designed to greatly improve the portability of the
generator. A pair of pliers is needed for assembling the wheel kit.
NOTE:
The wheel kit is not intended for over-the-road use.
Refer to Figure 1 and install the wheel kit as follows: •
Generator will be resting on an insert after box is cut back. •
Slide the axle through the holes on the axle brackets. •
Slide one wheel with flat washer to the outside. •
Insert retaining pin and using pliers, bend out the ends to prevent •
the pins from falling out of the axle. Repeat for other side.
Lift the engine side of the generator to pull out the insert. •
Figure 1 – Wheel Assembly
RETAINING
PIN
FLAT WASHER
WHEEL
AXLE
1.2.2 BATTERY CONNECTION
The battery shipped with the generator has been provided fully •
charged. Caution must be taken when connecting the battery.
NOTE:
A battery may lose some of it’s charge when not in use for
prolonged periods of time.
Cut the tie wrap cable holding the RED and BLACK battery cables •
to the stator.
Connect the RED battery cable to the battery Positive terminal (+). •
After making sure that the connection is tight, slip the rubber boot
over the terminal connection.
Connect the BLACK battery cable to the battery Negative terminal •
(–). Make sure the connection is tight.
Double check all connections to ensure they are in the correct •
location and secure. See Figure 2.
Figure 2 - Battery Connections
NEGATIVE BATTERY
CABLE (BLACK)
NUT
LOCK WASHER
CABLE BOOT
FLAT WASHER
POSITIVE BATTERY
CABLE (RED)
SCREW
GROUND
(GREEN)
BATTERY CHARGER
(RED)
2.1 KNOW THE GENERATOR
Read the Owner’s Manual and Safety Rules before operating this
generator.
Compare the generator to Figures 3 through 5 to become familiarized
with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this
manual for future reference.
1. Battery Charger Input – This receptacle allows the capability to
recharge the 12 volt DC storage battery provided with the 12 Volt
Adaptor Plug Charger which is included in the Accessory Box.
Located behind the battery charger input is a 1.50 Amp in-line
fuse which is inside the control panel to protect the battery.
2. 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacle – Supplies electrical
power for the operation of 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, single-phase, 60
Hz electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads.
3. Ground Fault Sensing Module – Supplies ground fault to
protect electrical power for all receptacles on the control panel.
4. 120 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle – Supplies electrical
power for the operation of 120 Volt AC, 30 Amp, single-phase, 60
Hz electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads.
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Section 1 – General Information
Portable Generator System