Powerhorse M799215B.1 Owner'S Manual Download Page 56

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Summary of Contents for M799215B.1

Page 1: ...connection to a building s electrical system MUST ISOLATE THE GENERATOR FROM UTILITY POWER via a UL listed transfer switch installed by a licensed electrician Otherwise back feed from the generator in...

Page 2: ...Hazard Signal Word Definitions 2...

Page 3: ...K UP Power Source 14 4 Selecting a Suitable Site 16 5 Grounding the Generator 18 6 Battery Installation 19 7 Wheel Kit Assembly 20 Operation 1 General Safety Rules for Operation 22 2 Preparing for Ope...

Page 4: ...rovide at least that power level See the Planning the Power Load section of this manual to determine your specific power load requirements and then compare them to this generator s rated capacity You...

Page 5: ...suitability of this product for its intended use and assumes liability therein Contact Powerhorse Product Support at 1 866 443 2576 for any questions about the appropriate use of this generator Warra...

Page 6: ...arting Method Recoil Start Electric Start 120 240 Volt Receptacles 4 20 Amp 120V duplex NEMA 5 20R 1 30 Amp 120V locking NEMA L5 30R 1 30 Amp 120 240V locking NEMA L14 30R 1 41 7 Amp 120 240V straight...

Page 7: ...uctions 795120 1 2 Control Panel 793044 1 13 Handle Orientation 793046 1 3 Oil Fill 796730 1 14 Shock and Fire Danger 795126 1 4 Nameplate 795157B 1 15 Automatic Shut Off 782633 1 5 Emissions N A 1 16...

Page 8: ...Safety Label Locations 8 9 10 19 14 18 20 11 10 12 13 16 15 17 8 2 1 7 6 5 4 3 21...

Page 9: ...Switch ON OFF START switch for power to engine for starting Reference 8 Fuel Valve ON OFF valve to control the fuel flow into the engine Located on the left side of the recoil ALWAYS keep valve closed...

Page 10: ...D as 88 88 hour minute Accumulated run time format shown on LCD as 8888 hour The Air Cleaner Indicator will illuminate every 100 hours as a warning to change the air cleaner element The Change Oil Ind...

Page 11: ...ttery installation electric start models only 7 Wheel kit assembly Each of these steps is discussed in detail below 1 Unpacking Delivery Inspection You should inspect the generator immediately after y...

Page 12: ...s nameplate If wattage is not given on the device s nameplate the wattage may be calculated by multiplying the nameplate voltage by nameplate amperage Watts Volts X Amps Example conversion to watts 1...

Page 13: ...Make a list of all electrical devices you will be powering at the same time with the generator 2 List the greater of the running or starting wattage next to each device as obtained from the devices n...

Page 14: ...ncy power needs If your generator will be connected to your building s electrical system it MUST ALWAYS be isolated from the utility power grid with a UL listed transfer switch installed by a licensed...

Page 15: ...Never exceed the amperage rating of an outlet Extension cords may be used to power devices that are located at a distance from the generator However use only UL listed outdoor rated grounded extension...

Page 16: ...away from all air intakes Never run the generator inside any closed or semi enclosed spaces even if outdoors including homes garages basements sheds or boxes These spaces can trap poisonous gases eve...

Page 17: ...combustible materials to catch on fire Make sure your generator s exhaust system is at least 7 feet from all combustible materials and buildings structures The engine is equipped with a spark arrester...

Page 18: ...wire from the clamp to the generator grounding post which is located on the base of the generator frame to the right of the battery location 4 DO NOT connect the generator grounding post to a water pi...

Page 19: ...prevent any sparking that could lead to an explosion ALWAYS follow the general battery safety rules and instructions listed below General Battery Safety Rules ALWAYS use eye protection when handling b...

Page 20: ...und or work table Make sure the holes in the base of the generator are not obstructed to allow for installation of axle and vibration brackets Note The generator comes with the handle portion of the w...

Page 21: ...Axle Clamp to the remaining 2 welded on nuts on the base of the generator frame Secure using the 2 M8 X 16 Bolts Small 6 Slide 1 Wheel onto the Axle Wheel offset hub should face in towards the genera...

Page 22: ...ained 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 for other purposes as un...

Page 23: ...quipment 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 Always use a ground fault circuit interrupte...

Page 24: ...and retain 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 plast...

Page 25: ...erator is properly grounded to prevent electrical shock Perform scheduled maintenance as needed Make sure that any regular maintenance has been performed as prescribed in this manual in the Maintenanc...

Page 26: ...fore starting review the following general safety precautions for fueling a Never pump gasoline directly into the generator s gas tank at a gas station high velocity flow from the pump could result in...

Page 27: ...it dissipates charge to ground more readily 5 Clean up gasoline spills splashes immediately a If possible move the generator away from spilled gasoline on the ground b Wipe up spilled gasoline and wa...

Page 28: ...position To restart a warm engine move choke lever to half choke or to open position 4 Start the engine a Using electric start i Turn the engine key switch to the START position and hold it there unt...

Page 29: ...closed position if engine tries to stop again Allow the engine to warm up 6 Under long continuous run operating conditions be prepared to a Check and refuel the engine on a regular basis A tank of ga...

Page 30: ...ck output voltage at the generator s outlets receptacles 3 Measured voltage should be within the following ranges a 120V 10 at 120V receptacles b 240V 10 at 240V receptacles 4 If measured voltage is n...

Page 31: ...fore connecting electrical devices 2 After engine is warmed up begin by connecting the items that require the highest wattage first The recommended sequence is as follows a Connect items with motors s...

Page 32: ...ne key switch to OFF position and wait 30 seconds 3 Turn fuel valve to OFF position 4 Remove key from starter to prevent accidental starting of engine WARNING Let generator cool for at least five minu...

Page 33: ...uel in the tank could ignite Away from extreme high or low temperatures Note DO NOT store with battery charger always connected Batteries that are over charged can boil themselves dry and produce exce...

Page 34: ...placement only use factory approved repair parts Replacement parts that do not meet specifications may result in a safety hazard or poor operation of the generator and will void the warranty Transport...

Page 35: ...g and lifting generator Moving The wheel kit and handle provide an easy method for moving the generator Pivot the handle up and secure using the handle pin Lift recoil end of generator to roll generat...

Page 36: ...oo high 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 P...

Page 37: ...enerator unless all guards and cover shields which prevent access to moving parts and pinch points are in place Failure to guard the power transmission mechanisms may result in serious injury or death...

Page 38: ...uipment Hearing protection The use of ear plugs or other hearing protection device is recommended for those in close proximity to the generator while it is operating Loose dangling Loose or dangling a...

Page 39: ...et conditions DO NOT operate 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 f...

Page 40: ...accumulates in the windings If generator cannot be exercised on a regular basis prepare generator for long term storage Periodic maintenance Perform periodic maintenance as directed in this manual to...

Page 41: ...ture when starting a cold engine It can be opened and closed by operating the choke lever manually Move choke lever to the left toward CLOSED to enrich the mixture for cold starting 3 Engine Key Switc...

Page 42: ...lve Clearance Check adjust 2 Cylinder Head Clean After every 300Hrs 2 Fuel Tank and Filter Clean Every 2 years Replace if necessary 2 Fuel Tube Check Every 2 years Replace if necessary 2 Engine oil re...

Page 43: ...ark on the oil dipstick when completely threaded in 10 Reinstall the dipstick Spark plug removal cleaning and replacement Recommended Spark plug type F7RTC and F7TC Proper spark plug clearance ensures...

Page 44: ...ueeze out the excess oil The engine will smoke during initial startup if too much oil is left in the air cleaner element 4 Reinstall the air cleaner element and the cover Clean fuel valve sediment cup...

Page 45: ...minutes after adding stabilizer to allow it to enter the fuel system 4 Shut off engine 5 Disconnect spark plug wire and remove spark plug using provided spark plug wrench 6 Add one teaspoon oil throug...

Page 46: ...emove the carburetor drain bolt and gasket 4 Turn the fuel valve to the ON position to drain fuel into a UL approved container 5 Reinstall and tighten the drain bolt and gasket Storage time Service it...

Page 47: ...799215 Parts Explosion Rev B 1 47...

Page 48: ...799215 Parts Explosion Rev B 1 48...

Page 49: ...GE M6X25 1 48 Kit 7 WASHER LOCK 1 49 Kit 7 FLAT WASHER 1 50 Kit 7 NUT M6 1 51 Kit 7 GROUND WIRE 1 REF PART DESCRIPTION QTY 52 Kit 14 FRAME PANEL RIGHT 1 53 Kit 1 Kit 4 BOLT FLANGE M5 12 5 54 Kit 1 PLA...

Page 50: ...INTERNAL ROTOR 1 151 N A EXTERNAL ROTOR 1 152 N A O RING 1 153 N A SPRING FRICTION 1 154 N A FRICTION BALL 1 155 795235 OIL FILL CAP ASSY 1 156 N A BOLT FLANGE M8 45 9 157 795236 OIL SEAL 35 52 7 2 1...

Page 51: ...INAL SET 1 3 795252 AVR ASSEMBLY 1 4 795251 GENERATOR HEAD BOLT KIT 1 5 795241 HANDLE ASSEMBLY 1 6 795258 BATTERY BRACKET KIT 1 7 795247 GROUND BOLT ASSEMBLY 1 8 795244 ISO MOUNT ASSEMBLY 1 9 795245 V...

Page 52: ...ANEL ASSEMBLY 1 13 795243 LEFT PANEL ASSEMBLY 1 14 795248 RIGHT PANEL ASSEMBLY 1 15 795256 FUEL CAP ASSEMBLY 1 16 795257 FUEL FILTER AND HOSE KIT 1 17 795242 CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY 1 18 795253 MUFFLER...

Page 53: ...its Rev B 1 53 KIT REF KIT PART DESCRIPTION QTY 20 795259 VALVE COVER ASSEMBLY 1 21 795261 CARBURETOR ASSEMBLY 1 22 795260 CYLINDER HEAD ASSEMBLY 1 23 795262 AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY 1 Kit 20 Kit 21 Kit 2...

Page 54: ...3 DRAIN BOLT KIT 1 25 795265 OIL LEVEL KIT 1 26 795264 GOVERNOR AND SPRING KIT 1 27 796666 RECOIL ASSEMBLY 622cc 1 28 795267 IGNITION COIL KIT 1 29 795268 STARTER MOTOR ASSEMBLY 1 Kit 24 Kit 25 Kit 26...

Page 55: ...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 56: ...56 Distributed by Northern Tool Equipment Company Inc Burnsville Minnesota 55306 www northerntool com Made in China...

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