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ITEM 59134 

        

SAFETY

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Initial Tool Set Up/Assembly

  Read the ENTIRE IMpORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this 

manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

TO pREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: 

Operate only with proper spark arrestor installed.
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that 

can start fires around dry vegetation. 

A spark arrestor may be required. The operator 

should contact local fire agencies for laws or 

regulations relating to fire prevention requirements.

At high altitudes, the engine’s carburetor, governor, 

and any other parts that control the fuel-air ratio will 

need to be adjusted by a qualified mechanic to allow 

efficient high-altitude use and to prevent damage to the 

engine and any other devices used with this product.

Note:

 For additional information regarding the 

parts listed in the following pages, refer to the 

Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.

NOTICE:

 This Generator is not intended to power 

sensitive electronic equipment without the addition 

of an appropriate line conditioner and surge 

protector (both not included).  

Sensitive electronic 

equipment includes, but is not limited to, 

audio/video equipment, some television sets, 

computers, and printers.  

Sensitive electronic 

equipment should be operated on approved inverter-

type generators or pure sine wave generators.

Wheel Kit, #64788 (sold separately) 

can be used with this Generator.

Battery Setup Instructions

All generators can be started using the recoil 

method.  This Generator requires installation 

of a battery to operate the electric start feature.  

Connect the battery to the Generator engine: 

1.  Place a fully charged, lead-acid 12 V battery (not 

included) in the battery holder on the Generator. 

2.  Bolt in place using the hardware 

included with the Generator.

3.  Attach the positive (red) cable connector 

from the engine to the Positive Terminal 

on the battery.  Connect cable securely to 

prevent disconnection and short circuits.

4.  Attach the negative (black) cable connector 

to the negative battery terminal.

positive 

Connector

Negative 

Connector

Hardware 

Battery

Note:

 Use 12V, 9Ah minimum sealed Lead-Acid Battery 

only. 

Thunderbolt Battery #62586 (sold separately) 

can be used with this generator.

Summary of Contents for PREDATOR 59134

Page 1: ...nce 22g Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide This is a poison you cannot see or smell NEVER use inside a home or garage EVEN IF doors and window...

Page 2: ...ken Access shall be through the use of a special tool or lock and key or other means of security and shall be controlled by the authority responsible for the location 2 Gasoline fuel and fumes are fla...

Page 3: ...llow carbon monoxide to accumulate FLASHING RED LIGHT Dangerous levels of carbon monoxide gas have built up and generator will shutoff Leave immediately until area has aired out Move Generator to well...

Page 4: ...placed f Press Reset button in for use The Generator must be grounded before use An ungrounded Generator has an increased risk of electric shock Refer to Grounding on page 9 19 Insulate all connection...

Page 5: ...moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the Generator s operation If damaged have the Generator serviced before using Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained equ...

Page 6: ...rrectly 9 Store equipment out of the reach of children 10 Follow scheduled engine and equipment maintenance GFCI Protection This Generator is equipped with two 3 Prong duplex 120V ground fault circuit...

Page 7: ...line Capacity 7 79 Gallon 29 50 Liter Engine Oil Type SAE 10W 30 above 32 F 5W 30 at 32 F or below Capacity 1 Quart Spark Plug Type NHSP Torch F6TC Gap 0 028 0 031 Valve Clearance Intake 0 004 0 006 E...

Page 8: ...ptacle 120 volt or 240 volt that is compatible with the electrical characteristics and rated capacities of the tools and equipment being used ON OFF 3 Circuit Breakers The circuit breaker protects the...

Page 9: ...intended to power sensitive electronic equipment without the addition of an appropriate line conditioner and surge protector both not included Sensitive electronic equipment includes but is not limite...

Page 10: ...ns are as follows Use one of the following as the grounding electrode Pipe or conduit minimum in diameter minimum 8 ft long If steel it must have anti corrosion coating Rod stainless steel or copper o...

Page 11: ...wl under the fuel cup to catch any spilled fuel 5 Unthread the screws holding the solenoid in place CAUTION Carburetor bowl may have gas in it which will leak upon removing the solenoid bolt 6 Disconn...

Page 12: ...out threading it in and remove it to check the oil level The oil level should be up to the full level as shown above 5 If the oil level is at or below the low mark add the appropriate type of oil unti...

Page 13: ...If above test fails do not use receptacle until it is repaired or replaced d Press Reset button in for use RESET TEST RESET TEST Reset Button Test Button 120 Volt GFCI Receptacle 4 Plug in products 5...

Page 14: ...t the engine can stabilize For MANUAL START A Turn the Engine Switch to ON B Grip the Starter Handle of the Engine loosely and pull it slowly several times to allow the gasoline to flow into the Engin...

Page 15: ...rated capacity for this Generator as serious damage to the Generator and or appliances tools and equipment could result from an overload Starting and running wattage requirements should always be cal...

Page 16: ...r that only supplies the exact watts needed To Calculate Wattage Volts and amps can be multiplied together to get watts volts x amps watts To Calculate Additional Start Up Watts If They Are Not Listed...

Page 17: ...gine in an emergency turn the Engine Switch off NOTICE Generator shut off under load may damage the Generator and attached equipment Stopping the Engine Under Normal Conditions 1 Before turning off th...

Page 18: ...qualified technician service the equipment instead Cleaning Maintenance and Lubrication Note This maintenance schedule is intended solely as a general guide If performance decreases or if equipment o...

Page 19: ...Remove the drain plug and if possible tilt the crankcase slightly to help drain the oil out Recycle used oil 5 Replace the drain plug and tighten it 6 Clean the top of the Dipstick and the area around...

Page 20: ...r back in place immediately after cleaning and before further operation Long Term Storage When the equipment is to remain idle for longer than 20 days prepare the Engine for storage as follows 1 CLEAN...

Page 21: ...xposure to rain and sunlight NOTICE During extended storage periods the Engine must be started every 3 months and allowed to run for 15 20 minutes or the Warranty is VOID 6 AFTER STORAGE Before starti...

Page 22: ...ilter IGNITION SPARK RELATED 1 Power Switch at OFF position 2 Spark plug cap not connected securely 3 Spark plug electrode wet or dirty 4 Incorrect spark plug gap 5 Spark plug cap broken 6 Circuit bre...

Page 23: ...y operate generator outside 2 Carbon monoxide sensor malfunction Sensor needs service Call 1 888 866 5797 as soon as possible Do not use the Generator until the sensor is working properly 3 Make sure...

Page 24: ...er Plug in product and turn on 3 Turn off and unplug product Test GFCI receptacle If functioning properly reset GFCI plug in product and turn on 4 Have product repaired Product begins to operate abnor...

Page 25: ...TS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED T...

Page 26: ...52 Muffler Vent Shield 1 53 Muffler Gasket 1 54 Flanged Hex Bolt 2 55 Tank Vibration Dampeners 4 56 Bushing 4 57 Flat Washer 4 Part Description Qty 58 Flanged Hex Bolt 4 59 Fuel Level Gauge 1 60 Phil...

Page 27: ...ng Rod 1 137 Steel Cable Baffle Ring 2 138 Piston 1 139 Piston Pin 1 140 Piston Ring Assembly 1 141 Camshaft Assembly 1 142 Valve Lifter 2 Part Description Qty 143 Push Rod 2 144 Crankcase Body 1 145...

Page 28: ...Page 28 For technical questions please call 1 888 866 5797 ITEM 59134 Safety Setup Operation Maintenance Assembly Diagram 1...

Page 29: ...Page 29 For technical questions please call 1 888 866 5797 ITEM 59134 Safety Setup Operation Maintenance Assembly Diagram 2...

Page 30: ...f Road Engine In California new equipment that uses small off road engines must be designed built and equipped to meet the State s stringent anti smog standards HFT must warrant that the emissions con...

Page 31: ...shipping the product for repair 5 Notwithstanding the provisions herein warranty services or repairs will be provided at all retail stores or by contacting HFT product support at 1 888 866 5797 or pr...

Page 32: ...26677 Agoura Road Calabasas CA 91302 1 888 866 5797...

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