Powermate Vantage PM0475003, Operator-Parts List Manual

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GROUNDING THE GENERATOR
Make sure that the generator is grounded to help prevent
accidental shock. A ground lug has been provided for this
purpose. Connect a length of heavy gauge wire between the
generator lug and an external ground source, such as a water
pipe or copper rod driven into the ground.
WARNING: Do not use a pipe carrying
combustible material as the ground source.
LUBRICATION
DO NOT attempt to start this engine without filling the
crank case with the proper amount and type of oil. (See the
accompanying engine manual for this information.) Your
generator has been shipped from the factory without oil in the
crankcase. Operating the unit without oil can damage the
engine.
FUEL
Fill the tank with clean, fresh unleaded automotive
gasoline. Regular grade gasoline may be used provided a high
octane rating is obtained (at least 85 pump octane).
CAUTION: Do not overfill the tank. Keep
maximum fuel level 1/4 inch below the top of
the fuel tank. This will allow expansion in hot
weather and prevent overflow.
WARNING: Gasoline is very dangerous.
Serious injury may result from fire caused by
gasoline contacting hot surfaces.
1. Do not fill fuel tank with engine running.
2. Do not spill fuel while refilling tank.
3. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
PRE-START PREPARATION
Before starting the generator, check for loose or missing
parts and for any damage which may have occurred during
shipment.
WARNING: This generator must not be
operated without all factory installed heat
shields in place. Failure to comply may cause
the fuel tank to overheat and result in
personal injury from fire.
STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Check oil level and fuel.
2. Disconnect all electrical loads from the unit.
3. Open fuel shut off valve.
4. Adjust choke as necessary.
5. Set the engine switch to the “ON" position.
6. Pull on the starter rope with fast steady pull. As the engine
warms up, readjust the choke. On electric start models,
turn the key switch to “START”. Release key switch after
the engine starts.
WARNING: Provide adequate ventilation
for toxic exhaust gases and cooling air flow.
BREAK-IN PROCEDURE
Controlled break-in helps insure proper engine and
generator operation. Follow engine procedure outlined in
engine manual.
CAUTION: Do not apply heavy electrical load
during break-in period (the first two to three
hours of operations).
CAUTION: Allow generator to run at no load
for five minutes upon each initial start-up to
permit engine and generator to stabilize.
SHUTTING THE GENERATOR OFF
1. Remove entire electrical load.
2. Let the engine run for a few minutes without load.
3. Move the engine switch to the “OFF” position. (Turn
the key switch to “OFF” on the electric start models).
4. Do not leave the generator until it has completely stopped.
5. Close the fuel shut off valve if the engine is to be put in
storage or transported.
6. If cover is used, do not install until unit has cooled.
POWER CORD CONNECTIONS
Refer to the appropriate diagram for proper connection of
power cord wires to the plug terminals.
CAUTION: Insure that the power cord used is
well insulated and has a sufficient rating to
match that of the plug.
BEFORE OPERATION
5 English
Ground Lug
120 Volts, 30 Ampere Plug