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Distributed by 

Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc.  

Burnsville, MN 55306 

www.northerntool.com | Made in China 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

      WARNING

This product can expose you to chemicals including gasoline 

engine exhaust, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and 

carbon monoxide, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects 

or other reproductive harm. 

For more information go to 

www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

.

 

 

Summary of Contents for 74006

Page 1: ...ted outdoor rated grounded extension cords of proper size NEVER plug the generator directly into a wall outlet ANY connection to a building s electrical system MUST ISOLATE THE GENERATOR FROM UTILITY...

Page 2: ...esult in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION used with the safety alert symbol indicates a hazardous si...

Page 3: ...a Suitable Site 27 6 Grounding the Generator 29 Operation 1 General Safety Rules for Operation 30 2 Preparing for Operation 33 3 Starting the Generator 38 4 Checking Generator Output 39 5 Connecting...

Page 4: ...d grounding requirements for running this generator More detailed information can be found in the Installation Initial Set up steps 5 and 6 of this manual Contact Powerhorse Product Support at 1 866 4...

Page 5: ...and private owners who loan this equipment to others All persons to whom you rent loan this generator must have access to and read this manual Keep this owner s manual with the generator at all times...

Page 6: ...gher Oil Capacity 1 53 US quarts 1 45L Noise Level dB 7 meters 55 at 1 4 load 63 9 at rated load Starting Method Recoil Electric Start Spark Plug BPR6ES BP6ES NGK or F7RTC F7TC Torch Battery Specs 12...

Page 7: ...nsafe operation could result To order replacement safety labels call Powerhorse Product Support at 1 866 443 2576 Ref Part Description Qty 1 790858 Overfill Spark Decal 1 2 790856 Improper Connection...

Page 8: ...Safety Label Locations 8 2 4 5 1 6 6 7 6 3 8...

Page 9: ...ption Ref Description 1 Fuel Tank Cap 8 Muffler 2 Control Panel 9 Carbon Canister 3 Handles 10 Air Cleaner 4 Battery Location 11 Carburetor 5 Inverter Location 12 Left Side Cover 6 Right Side Cover 13...

Page 10: ...ides a means for lifting the generator Reference 8 Muffler An acoustic device installed onto the exhaust system that is designed to reduce noise The outlet includes a spark arrester Reference 9 Carbon...

Page 11: ...l Operation Outlets 15 120V 30 Amp Locking Receptacle NEMA L5 30R 8 120V 240V 50 Amp Receptacle NEMA 14 50R Control Panel Function There are different kinds of electrical features on the generator con...

Page 12: ...he ESC Throttle switch must be turned to MAX when using electrical devices that require a large starting current like a submersible pump or air compressor USB Outlet The USB outlet allows for a connec...

Page 13: ...ts Outlets for connecting a special parallel cable not included for parallel running of two generators Parallel cable kit item 157247 is available to purchase from Northern Tool Equipment Voltage Sele...

Page 14: ...reen shows the operating status of the generator Pushing the operation key M will toggle through the status of the generator including voltage amperage power frequency rpm run time cumulative time rem...

Page 15: ...Machine Component Identification 15 Liquid Crystal Display LCD Screen 21 Battery Voltage greater than 12V 25 Battery More than 8V and less than 12V...

Page 16: ...tage occurs when the AC voltage is greater than 133V and DC voltage is greater than 275V for more than 1 second Under voltage occurs when the AC voltage is less than 108V and DC voltage is less than 3...

Page 17: ...ation to protect the generator and any connected electric devices The output indicator light green will go off and the overload fault indicator light red will stay on but the engine does not stop runn...

Page 18: ...er than the running wattage The running and starting wattage requirements are often listed on a device s nameplate If wattage is not given on the device s nameplate the wattage may be calculated by mu...

Page 19: ...kjet Printer 80 Iron 1200 Laser Printer 950 Lights ten 75 Watt light bulbs 750 Microwave Oven 1000W 1000 Milk Cooler 1100 1800 Milker Vacuum Pump 2 HP 1000 2300 Miter Saw 10 1650 2400 Oscillating Fan...

Page 20: ...Microwave Oven 1000W 1000 W Air Conditioner Window 10 000 BTU 2200 W Sump Pump 1 3 hp 1300 W Total 6750W In this example the generator must have a continuous output of at least 6750 watts to power al...

Page 21: ...r source 5 Selecting a site for using the generator 6 Grounding Each of these steps is discussed in detail below 1 Unpacking Delivery Inspection You should inspect the generator immediately after it s...

Page 22: ...ator which would not be covered under warranty 1 Lift front of generator to install the left leg and the right leg 6 with two bolts each 5 Torque 11 16 Ft Lbs 15 22 N M Note There is a leg for the lef...

Page 23: ...our hand or any non insulated tools If battery acid contacts skin or clothing flush immediately with water and neutralize with baking soda Accessing the battery 1 Remove the screw 1 and then remove th...

Page 24: ...ce for a Building Contact a licensed electrician to install an UL listed transfer switch if you want to use your generator as a back up power source for a building What does a transfer switch do It a...

Page 25: ...2 120 Volt 30 Amp locking receptacle NEMA L5 30R receptacle compatible with NEMA L5 30P mating plug 3 120 240 Volt 30 Amp locking receptacle NEMA L14 30R receptacle compatible with NEMA L14 30P matin...

Page 26: ...frayed or otherwise damaged WARNING Use of damaged electric cords can cause electric shock or fire Note If an extension cord becomes hot to the touch it is overloaded or damaged and must be replaced N...

Page 27: ...elow for choosing a location to operate your generator in order to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning The location you choose to operate the generator must be OUTDOORS and away from all air intakes Never...

Page 28: ...e that all parts of canopy are at least 7 feet from exhaust and allow for adequate clearance above generator so that heat does not build up Hot Exhaust Clearance The exhaust gas from your generator is...

Page 29: ...e 3 Run a 10 gauge or 8 gauge wire from the clamp to the generator grounding post located on the electrical panel 4 Do not connect the generator grounding post to a water pipe or a ground used by a ra...

Page 30: ...and operation Only trained adults should set up and operate the generator Do not let children operate Intended use Carefully read about and understand the intended use of this generator Do not use fo...

Page 31: ...rate the generator or handle any electrical equipment while standing in water while barefoot while hands are wet or while in the rain or snow Electric shock may result Ground fault circuit interrupter...

Page 32: ...ain static electric charge as can objects made of conductive material e g metal water if they are not electrically grounded The static electric charge on an object such as a human body or plastic fuel...

Page 33: ...gases EVEN if you run a fan or open windows Carbon monoxide exhaust is given off whether you are using gasoline natural gas or propane to power the generator Ground Generator Make sure the generator i...

Page 34: ...add oil before first use IMPORTANT Under long continuous run operating conditions be prepared to Check engine oil level every time you refuel the generator Change oil after the first 20 operating hour...

Page 35: ...ild up in the generator s tank Always use a portable container to fill the tank See warning box regarding static electric spark hazards below b Fill gasoline tank OUTDOORS never indoors c Stay away fr...

Page 36: ...ed because it dissipates charge to ground more readily 5 Clean up gasoline spills splashes immediately If possible move the generator away from spilled gasoline on the ground Wipe up spilled gasoline...

Page 37: ...ice you will be powering with the generator 120V or 240V 2 Before starting the generator use the voltage selector switch to switch between 120V ONLY and 120V 240V 120V ONLY gives full 6500 watts of po...

Page 38: ...ched on b Fuel is switched on c Choke is switched on NOTICE The engine choke is controlled electronically to start the engine 3 Electric Start Push and release the engine switch on the control panel t...

Page 39: ...oads to the generator Output voltage should be checked with a portable voltage meter 1 Start engine and allow to warm up for five minutes Do not connect any loads 2 Use voltage meter to check output v...

Page 40: ...ions 1 Allow engine to reach operating speed by allowing it to warm up for approximately 5 minutes before connecting electrical devices 2 After engine is warmed up begin by connecting the items that r...

Page 41: ...l Set up section Ensure that the ESC throttle switch is in the MAX position on both generators Ensure that the voltage selector switch is in the 120V 240V position on both generators Make sure all dev...

Page 42: ...anel is green 2 Start the second generator and make sure that the output indicator light on the control panel of the second generator is green Connecting Appliances 1 Plug an appliance into the approp...

Page 43: ...location or by untrained persons Exercise Generator every 4 weeks The generator should be exercised regularly At least every four weeks start the engine and let it run for 10 to 15 minutes with a smal...

Page 44: ...plug 10 Add one teaspoon oil through spark plug hole 11 Place rag over spark plug hole and turn starter or pull the recoil a few times to lubricate the combustion chamber 12 Replace spark plug but do...

Page 45: ...remove spark plug s or spark plug wire s before working on the engine or generator to prevent accidental starting Replace guards Make sure all guards and shields are replaced after servicing the gene...

Page 46: ...d amount and type of engine oil then install and tighten the oil filler cap 1 See Specification section for oil type and capacity NOTICE DO NOT tilt generator when adding engine oil This could result...

Page 47: ...ment a Place the generator on a level surface b Open left side cover by turning screw turn c Remove the air filter housing cover paper filter and foam element d Replace paper filter with a new filter...

Page 48: ...all the air filter case cover in its original position and latch clamps i Close side left side cover and turn screw turn Spark Plug Cleaning and Replacement a Open left side cover by turning screw tur...

Page 49: ...nd install it d Install the fuel tank cap Fuel Filter Check Replacement a Open left side cover by turning screw turn b Slide the hose clamp 2 away from the filter 3 and pull the fuel hose 1 off the fu...

Page 50: ...es can be both dangerous to the operator and destructive to the equipment Inspect Fuel System Check for Leaks Inspect the fuel system and check for leaks on a regular basis Inspect the entire fuel sys...

Page 51: ...muffler screen and spark arrester d Reinstall the spark arrester flame screen and sparker arrester bracket e Secure the spark arrester bracket with securing bolts Check DC Fuses a Remove the screw 1 a...

Page 52: ...he product stating that a high altitude kit was installed and to remind you to re service the carburetor re jet when operating in lower altitude environments Maintenance Schedule 1 Initial replacement...

Page 53: ...h a Engine speed too high a Bring generator to a qualified technician for adjustment Generator overheating a Generator is overloaded b Insufficient ventilation a Reduce the load See Power Load Plannin...

Page 54: ...s and will also void the warranty Engine speed Never attempt to modify the engine speed setting The engine speed is preset for safe and optimal performance of the generator If speed needs adjusting it...

Page 55: ...an in compliance with all applicable local building and electrical codes If the generator is not isolated from the utility power system by such means generator output will back feed into the utility p...

Page 56: ...ive harm Avoid inhalation of exhaust Smoking sparks Never smoke near the running generator and never operate near sources of sparks or flames Check output voltage Check output voltage to ensure the ge...

Page 57: ...ge location Store the generator in a dry location away from sources of heat open flames sparks or pilot lights such as water heaters space heaters furnaces clothes dryers or other gas appliances EVEN...

Page 58: ...Generator Exploded View 74006 Rev A 3 58...

Page 59: ...Generator Exploded View 74006 Rev A 3 59...

Page 60: ...ips head screw M5X16 2 112 800334 Or Kit 17 Fuel level sensor 1 113 Kit 17 Connecting plate 1 114 Spacer 4 115 Rubber grommet 4 Ref Part Description Qty 1 Kit 16 Bolt with flange M8x26 2 2 Flat washer...

Page 61: ...133 800345 Or Kit 3 Receptacle L5 30R 1 134 800346 Or Kit 3 Receptacle 5 20R 2 135 800347 Or Kit 3 Receptacle L14 30R 1 136 800348 Or Kit 3 Receptacle 14 50R 1 137 Kit 3 Control panel 1 138 800349 Or...

Page 62: ...Generator Kit Exploded View 74006 Rev A 3 62 Kit 1 Kit 2 Kit 4 Kit 5 Kit 6 Kit 7 Kit 8 Kit 9 Kit 10 Kit 11 Kit 12 Kit 13 Kit 14 Kit 15 Kit 16 Kit 17 Kit 18 Kit 3...

Page 63: ...ssembly 1 6 800255 Battery bracket kit 1 7 800256 Front leg support kit 1 8 800257 Wheel kit 1 9 800258 Front muffler shield kit 1 10 800259 Carbon canister kit 1 11 800260 Engine mounting kit 1 12 80...

Page 64: ...Engine Exploded View 800342 64...

Page 65: ...embly 1 185 Kit 29 Crankcase cover gasket 1 186 800376 Bearing 1 187 Kit 23 Crankcase cover 1 188 800377 Flywheel 1 189 800378 Cap Dipstick 1 190 Kit 23 Bolt with flange M8x40 7 191 800379 Stay stud 1...

Page 66: ...1 800268 Trigger kit 1 22 800269 Oil drain kit 1 23 800270 Crankcase cover kit 1 24 800271 Piston and connecting rod kit 1 25 800272 Valve rocker kit 1 26 800273 Valve cover kit 1 27 800274 Engine val...

Page 67: ...paired is the sole decision of Powerhorse Powerhorse will not provide for replacement of complete products due to defective parts Any costs incurred due to replacement or repair of items outside of a...

Page 68: ...hina WARNING This product can expose you to chemicals including gasoline engine exhaust which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and carbon monoxide which is known to the State of Cal...

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