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GEN154A 

2000 Surge Watts / 1200 Running Watts 

PORTABLE GENERATOR 

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

 

                                   

 

 

 

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. 

This manual provides important information on proper operation & maintenance. Every effort has been  

made to ensure the accuracy of this manual. These instructions are not meant to cover every possible 

condition and situation that may occur. We reserve the right to change this product at any time without 

prior notice.  

 

IF THERE IS ANY QUESTION ABOUT A CONDITION BEING SAFE OR UNSAFE,  

DO NOT OPERATE THIS PRODUCT!  

 

DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE RETAILER - CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE. 

If you experience a problem, have questions or need parts for this product, call Customer Service at  

1-866-460-9436, Monday-Friday,  8 AM - 4 PM Central Time

. A copy of the sales receipt is required.

 

 

FOR CONSUMER USE ONLY – NOT FOR PROFESSIONAL USE. 
 
KEEP THIS MANUAL, SALES RECEIPT & APPLICABLE WARRANTY FOR FUTURE  
REFERENCE. 

 

Summary of Contents for GEN154A

Page 1: ...ation that may occur We reserve the right to change this product at any time without prior notice IF THERE IS ANY QUESTION ABOUT A CONDITION BEING SAFE OR UNSAFE DO NOT OPERATE THIS PRODUCT DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE RETAILER CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE If you experience a problem have questions or need parts for this product call Customer Service at 1 866 460 9436 Monday Friday 8 AM 4 PM Cent...

Page 2: ...atts Portable Generator FEATURES 4 Stroke OHV Engine Recoil Start 2 8 HP Unleaded Gasoline Engine 3600 RPM 2 120 Volt 60 Hz 10 AMP AC Outlets 1 12 Volt DC Outlet 8 AMP 1 8 Gallon Fuel Tank Engine Run Time 11 Hours 50 Load 2000 Surge Watts 1200 Running Watts EPA Approved Insulation class F Power Factor 1 0 ...

Page 3: ...ified in 40 CFR part 1068 Appendix III To exercise this warranty DO NOT RETURN TO RETAILER Instead call Customer Service toll free at 1 866 460 9436 email address info buffalotools com and you will be instructed on where to take the engine for warranty service Take the generator and proof of purchase your receipt to the repair facility recommended by the Customer Service Representative The warrant...

Page 4: ...onditions you do not understand This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could re...

Page 5: ... If you start to feel sick dizzy or weak after the generator has been running move to fresh air RIGHT AWAY See a doctor You could have carbon monoxide poisoning Chemicals According to the State of California the exhaust from this generator contains chemicals known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Flammable Gasoline This generator may emit highly flammable and explosive gaso...

Page 6: ...rator to cool for several minutes after use before touching the engine muffler or other areas that are hot during operation and before storing indoors Hot exhaust may ignite some materials Keep flammable materials away from this generator Keep at least several feet of clearance on all sides of this generator during operation Do not enclose this generator in any structure Usage Misuse of this gener...

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Page 8: ...GEN154A 2000 Surge Watts 1200 Running Watts Portable Generator 8 In addition to the previously described safety information familiarize yourself with all safety and hazard placards on this generator ...

Page 9: ...54A 2000 Surge Watts 1200 Running Watts Portable Generator Verify that all items are included STOP If there are missing items call 1 866 460 9436 Monday Friday 8 AM 4 PM Central Time for customer service DO NOT RETURN THIS GENERATOR TO THE RETAILER Item List NEMA L14 30 plug for connecting 120 Volt electrical devices Spark plug wrench ...

Page 10: ...tions of the various components and controls of this generator 1 2 11 10 9 5 6 7 8 3 4 1 Fuel Tank Cap 2 Control Panel 3 Grounding Terminal 4 Oil Access 5 Recoil Starter 6 Carburetor Choke Lever 7 Fuel Cock 8 Power On Off 9 120 V AC Outlets 10 Amp 10 12 Volt DC Outlet 8 Amp 11 Pilot Lamp 12 AC Reset 13 DC Reset 12 13 ...

Page 11: ...e crankcase The correct quantity of oil is equal to the oil capacity of the engine crankcase and is 13 5 fluid oz 0 40 L for this Model GEN154A 2000 Surge Watts 1200 Running Watts Portable Generator Add the correct quantity of oil before operating this generator for the first time When replenishing oil for subsequent use of this generator always determine that this generator has the correct quanti...

Page 12: ...gallon 7 L NOTE Because gasoline can expand do not fill the fuel tank to the very top 4 Securely tighten the fuel tank cap and immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline with a dry cloth Model GEN154A Fuel Tank Capacity gals L 1 5 5 8 Model GEN154A Fuel Type Fresh Unleaded Gasoline Octane Rating 87 or Higher IMPORTANT Use only UNLEADED gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher Never use a mixtu...

Page 13: ... fresh unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher according to Step 2 Add Gasoline of the Using this Generator for the First Time section of this manual Model GEN154A Fuel Tank Capacity gals L 1 5 5 8 Model GEN154A Fuel Type Fresh Unleaded Gasoline Octane Rating 87 or Higher Gasoline and gasoline fumes are highly flammable and explosive Handling fuel can result in serious injury or bu...

Page 14: ...ition 4 Move the choke lever to the closed position 5 Set the engine switch to the on position 6 Slowly pull on the recoil starter handle shown in Figure 4 until a slight resistance is felt Then pull briskly to start the engine Gently return the cord into the generator to avoid damage to the starter or housing Never allow the cord to snap back 7 If the engine fails to start repeat step 6 NOTE Afte...

Page 15: ...ces that will have a total wattage less than or equal to the rated wattage for the generator This generator can run at its surge wattage capacity for only a short time Connect electrical devices requiring a rated running wattage equal to or less than the rated wattage of this generator Never connect devices requiring a rated wattage equal to the surge wattage of a generator A device s rated runnin...

Page 16: ... not attempt to draw more than 1200 Watts from the 120 Volt outlet Draws higher than 1200 Watts will damage this generator and void the warranty NOTE While this generator is running power is available from either the standard 120 Volt outlet or the 12 Volt DC outlet Both 120 Volts and 12 Volts can be simultaneously drawn from this generator Turn on the connected electrical devices beginning with t...

Page 17: ... this generator Failing to use the correct procedure can cause a battery to explode seriously injuring anyone nearby Keep heat sparks flame and smoking materials away from the battery To connect 12 Volt batteries to the DC outlet 1 Connect one charging wire to the positive terminal of the battery and the other charging wire to the negative terminal of the battery 2 Connect the free end of the posi...

Page 18: ...hecks and procedures according to the schedule in Figure 7 Never perform maintenance procedures while this generator is running Allow this generator to cool before commencing any maintenance procedures Keep heat sparks and flame away Improper maintenance and or failure to correct any problems prior to operating this generator can cause a malfunction which could cause death or serious injury Always...

Page 19: ...00 Surge Watts 1200 Running Watts Portable Generator engine is 13 5 fluid oz 0 40 L To drain the oil from this generator It is necessary to drain the oil from the crankcase only if it has become contaminated with water and or dirt 1 Place a bucket underneath this generator to catch oil as it drains 2 Unscrew the oil drain plug located on the crankcase underneath the oil filler dipstick cap 3 Allow...

Page 20: ...rk plug If it is cracked and or chipped discard and install a new spark plug A E6TC spark plug such as NGK BP6HS is recommended 4 Measure the spark plug electrode gap with a gauge The gap should be 0 028 0 031in 0 7 0 8mm See Figure 9 5 If 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 6 Screw the spark plug back into place...

Page 21: ...ection Disconnect the spark plug TROUBLESHOOTING IMPORTANT If trouble persists call our customer help line at 1 866 460 9436 Monday Friday 8 AM 4 PM Central Time Symptom Cause Solution Engine switch is set to off Set engine switch to on Fuel valve is turned to closed Turn fuel valve to open Choke is open Close the choke Engine is out of gasoline Add gasoline Engine is filled with contaminated and ...

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