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Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions

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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 

windows are open.

Only use OUTSIDE 

and far away from 

windows, doors, 

and vents.

When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact 

and undamaged.  If any parts are missing or broken, 

please call 1-888-866-5797 as soon as possible.

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improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.  

Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.

Read this material before using this product. 

Failure to do so can result in serious injury. 

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Summary of Contents for Predator 9500

Page 1: ...his is a poison you cannot see or smell NEVER use inside a home or garage EVEN IF doors and windows are open Only use OUTSIDE and far away from windows doors and vents When unpacking make sure that th...

Page 2: ...ement 459cc Compression Ratio 8 5 1 Engine Type Horizontal Single Cylinder 4 stroke OHV Cooling System Forced air cooled Fuel Type 87 octane stabilizer treated unleaded gasoline Capacity 6 8 Gallons E...

Page 3: ...of Eye Injury Wear ANSI approved safety goggles with side shields Read the manual before set up and or use Symbol Property or Statement WARNING marking concerning Risk of Hearing Loss Wear hearing pro...

Page 4: ...Operating Precautions 1 CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide This is a poison you cannot see or smell OFF run STarT LOW O...

Page 5: ...ator unattended when it is running Turn off the generator and remove safety keys if available before leaving the work area 24 The generator can produce high noise levels Prolonged exposure to noise le...

Page 6: ...shields among other guards 3 Keep all electrical equipment clean and dry Replace any wiring where the insulation is cracked cut abraded or otherwise degraded Replace terminals that are worn discolore...

Page 7: ...ied electrician if you are not qualified to do so 2 To ground the Generator connect a 4 AWG grounding wire not included from the Grounding Terminal on the Control Panel to a grounding rod not included...

Page 8: ...Fuel Gauge Control Panel Air Filter Spark Plug Battery Access Panel Combination Switch Oil Fill Access Door Figure B Generator Components WARNING TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY Follow Parallel Kit instruc...

Page 9: ...10W 30 oil is recommended for general use 6 Thread the Oil Fill Cap Dipstick back in clockwise and replace the Oil Fill Access Door NOTICE Do not run the engine with too little oil Engine will shut of...

Page 10: ...ngine starts Do not let the Starter Handle snap back against the housing Hold it as it recoils so it doesn t hit the housing 5 After the engine starts allow to run for 20 seconds then turn the Combina...

Page 11: ...T SERIOUS INJURY AND DEATH FROM CARBON MONOXIDE INHALATION The Carbon Monoxide sensor is an additional layer of protection only Do not use the Generator in any area or situation that will allow carbon...

Page 12: ...s 12VDC circuit protection is tripped reduce the load and press the Reset Button next to the outlet Connecting 120VAC Loads to the Generator Calculate Power Draw Power draw can be calculated by multip...

Page 13: ...Generator again 5 Restart the Engine and reconnect devices while being careful to not overload Generator Low Oil Indicator 1 If the Engine oil level is too low the LOW OIL light turns on and the Engi...

Page 14: ...al conditions use the following procedure to shut off the Generator 1 Turn all electrical load devices off and unplug them from the Generator If the Economy Switch is ON turn it to the OFF position 2...

Page 15: ...Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Note This maintenance schedule is intended solely as a general guide If performance decreases or if equipment operates unusually check systems immediately The main...

Page 16: ...e CAUTION Oil is very hot during operation and can cause burns Wait for engine to cool before changing oil 1 Make sure the Engine is stopped and is level 2 On the right side of the Generator loosen th...

Page 17: ...oil 5 Install the cleaned filter 6 Secure the Air Filter Cover and replace the Access Panel before use Spark Arrestor Maintenance TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY AND FIRE Operate only with proper spark arr...

Page 18: ...with a fuel stabilizer additive Follow fuel stabilizer manufacturer s recommendations for use Refer to Checking and Filling Fuel on page 16 Aged gasoline that has not been treated with stabilizer ahe...

Page 19: ...r Reinstall spark plug and set Choke to START position 9 Replace Fuel Filter IGNITION SPARK RELATED 1 Engine Switch at OFF position 2 Spark plug cap not connected securely 3 Spark plug electrode wet o...

Page 20: ...technician service magneto 7 Secure spark plug cap Engine stops when under heavy load 1 Dirty air filter 2 Engine running cold 1 Clean element 2 Allow engine to warm up prior to operating equipment E...

Page 21: ...S LISTS AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAMS 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...

Page 22: ...Plate Assembly 2 47 Handle Tube Front Handle Tube 1 48 Handle Tube Front Handle Tube 1 49 Hex Flange Bolt M6 1 43 50 Right Plate Assembly 2 51 Plug Drain Bolt Plug 2 52 Right Window Assembly 1 Part D...

Page 23: ...Page 23 For technical questions please call 1 888 866 5797 ITEM 57080 Safety Operation Maintenance Setup Assembly Diagram Generator...

Page 24: ...Pin 15 20 62 1 46A Connecting Rod Assy 1 47A Hex Flange Bolt M12 1 5 2 Part Description Qty 48A Aluminum Washer 2 49A Crankcase 1 50A Metal Clip 1 51A Oil Alert 1 52A Speed Governor 1 53A Metal Clip 1...

Page 25: ...Page 25 For technical questions please call 1 888 866 5797 ITEM 57080 Safety Operation Maintenance Setup Assembly Diagram Engine...

Page 26: ...in addition to the Retail Warranty above 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 war...

Page 27: ...retail store or by HFT paying for shipping the product for repair 5 Notwithstanding the provisions herein warranty services or repairs must be provided at all retail stores that are franchised to ser...

Page 28: ...Fuel Cap 3 Fuel Lines for liquid fuel and fuel vapors 4 Fuel Line Fittings 5 Clamps 6 Pressure Relief Valves 7 Control Valves 8 Control Solenoids 9 Electronic Controls 10 Vacuum Control Diaphragms 11...

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