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ITEM 61725 

        

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26. Use only accessories that are recommended 

by Harbor Freight Tools for your model.  

Accessories that may be suitable for one 

piece of equipment may become hazardous 

when used on another piece of equipment.

27. Do not operate in explosive atmospheres, 

such as in the presence of flammable 

liquids, gases, or dust.  Gasoline-powered 

engines may ignite the dust or fumes.

28. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and 

use common sense when operating this 

generator.  Do not use while tired or under the 

influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.

29. Dress properly.  Do not wear loose clothing or 

jewelry.  Keep hair, clothing and gloves away 

from moving parts.  Loose clothes, jewelry or 

long hair can be caught in moving parts.

30. Parts, especially exhaust system components, 

get very hot during use.  Stay clear of hot parts.

31. Do not cover the generator during operation.
32. Keep the generator and surrounding 

area clean at all times.

33. Use the equipment, accessories, etc., in 

accordance with these instructions and in the 

manner intended for the particular type of 

equipment, taking into account the working 

conditions and the work to be performed.  

Use of the equipment for operations different from 

those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

34. Do not operate the equipment with known 

leaks in the engine’s fuel system.

35. WARNING: This product contains or, when 

used, produces a chemical known to the State 

of California to cause cancer and birth defects 

or other reproductive harm.  (California Health 

& Safety Code § 25249.5, 

et seq.

)

36. When spills of fuel or oil occur, they must be 

cleaned up immediately.  Dispose of fluids and 

cleaning materials as per any local, state, or 

federal codes and regulations.  Store oil rags in 

a bottom-ventilated, covered, metal container.

37. Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.   

Do not reach over or across 

equipment while operating.

38. Before use, check for misalignment or binding of 

moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other 

condition that may affect the equipment’s operation.  

If damaged, have the equipment serviced 

before using.

  Many accidents are caused 

by poorly maintained equipment.

39. Use the correct equipment for the application.  

Do not modify the equipment and do not use the 

equipment for a purpose for which it is not intended.

Operating precautions (cont.)

Summary of Contents for 61725

Page 1: ...or 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 v...

Page 2: ...air cooled Fuel Type 87 octane unleaded gasoline Capacity 7 Gallon Engine Oil Type SAE 10W 30 above 32 F 5W30 at 32 F or below SJ class oil Capacity 2 Quart Run Time 50 Load with full tank 7 5 hr Sou...

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

Page 4: ...nd other regulations where applicable 6 Connections for standby power to a building electrical system must be made by a qualified electrician The connection must isolate the generator power from utili...

Page 5: ...shock 12 Do not exceed the maximum power rating of the generator Make sure that the total electrical rating of the all of the tools or appliances plugged into the generator at the same time does not e...

Page 6: ...nd in the manner intended for the particular type of equipment taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Use of the equipment for operations different from those intended...

Page 7: ...goggles heavy duty work gloves and dust mask respirator during service 6 Maintain labels and nameplates on the equipment These carry important information If unreadable or missing contact Harbor Freig...

Page 8: ...SH TO RESET 30A AC BREAKER PUSH TO RESET 30A AC BREAKERS PUSH TO RESET 46A AC BREAKER AC 120V AC 120V 20A MAX 20A MAX 30A MAX 30A MAX AC 120V AC 120 240V AC 120 240V 46A MAX PUSH TO RESET DC 12V 8 3A...

Page 9: ...7 ITEM 61725 Safety Operation Maintenance Setup Control Panel Battery sold separately Handle Spark Plug 1 of 2 Fuel Cap Figure B Generator Front Lifting Bracket Fuel Valve Muffler Oil Fill Plug Dipsti...

Page 10: ...e ensured by installing an altitude kit at altitudes higher than 3000 ft above sea level At elevations above 8000 ft the engine may experience decreased performance even with the proper main jet Opera...

Page 11: ...G 7 Detach the top of the Fuel Filter Clip 147 from the Air Cleaner Base 142g Intake Cover Bolts 143 Air Cleaner Base Bolts 146 Fuel Filter Clip 147 Air Cleaner Base 142g Figure G Remove Bolts and Cl...

Page 12: ...h Fuel Hose 13 Locate the Throttle Rod 174 connection on the left side of the carburetor See Figure J Throttle Rod 174 Throttle Rod Spring 175 Throttle Rod Clip 139 Figure J Disconnect Throttle Rod 14...

Page 13: ...e the Fuel Pump Bracket was the Solenoid Valve 138 is connected Note the location of the green wire and green dot on the connector Unplug the connector See Figure O Solenoid wire connector Note locati...

Page 14: ...rburetor Bowl 137c See Figure Q Carburetor Bowl Bolt 137b Carburetor Bowl Bolt 137b Carburetor Bowl 137c Carburetor Bowl Bolt 137b Carburetor Bowl Bolt 137b Figure Q Carburetor Bowl Bolts 26 Use a car...

Page 15: ...lip under left side of Air Cleaner Base Install the Intake Cover and Intake Screen using the Intake Cover Bolts 6 8 12 Place the Paper Air Filter Foam Air Filter Air Cleaner Spacer and Air Cleaner Top...

Page 16: ...opped and is level 2 Close the Fuel Valve 3 On the back of the Generator pull the Dipstick out and wipe its end off with a clean lint free rag 4 Reinsert the Dipstick fully and remove it to check the...

Page 17: ...ning more than 10 ethanol E10 Do not use E85 ethanol Add fuel stabilizer to the gasoline or the Warranty is VOID Note Do not use gasoline that has been stored in a metal fuel container or a dirty fuel...

Page 18: ...or several seconds Then if the Choke lever is in the CHOKE position move the Choke Lever very slowly to its RUN position Note Moving the Choke Lever too fast could stall the engine IMPORTANT Allow the...

Page 19: ...only Check nameplate wattages on all loads before connecting to Generator This Unit Can Power Any One of the Following Items Running Watts Start up Watts 1 4 HP Air Compressor 600 900 1 6 HP Motor 50...

Page 20: ...t instead Cleaning 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 i...

Page 21: ...ngine while the smell of fuel hangs in the air Engine Oil Change 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 stop...

Page 22: ...ench remove the spark plugs 3 Inspect the spark plugs If the electrode is oily clean it using a clean dry rag If the electrode has deposits on it polish it using emery paper If the white insulator is...

Page 23: ...lean out area around spark plug Remove spark plug and pour one tablespoon of engine oil into cylinder through spark plug hole c Replace spark plug but leave spark plug cap disconnected d Pull Starter...

Page 24: ...ve spark plug and pull the start handle several times to air out the chamber Reinstall spark plug and set Choke to CHOKE position 9 Replace Fuel Filter IGNITION SPARK RELATED 1 Spark plug cap not conn...

Page 25: ...g equipment Engine knocks 1 Old or low quality gasoline 2 Engine overloaded 3 Incorrect spark timing deposit buildup worn engine or other mechanical problems 1 Fill fuel tank with fresh 87 octane unle...

Page 26: ...plain the emissions control system warranty on your 2014 2015 Small Off Road Engine herein engine Within the United States new off road spark ignition engines certified for model year 2014 2015 must m...

Page 27: ...not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance or are scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect of repair or replace as necessary are warranted for the warranty period Any warranted p...

Page 28: ...63 Pump Asm Oil 1 64 Cover Oil Pump 1 65 Spring Pressure Relief Valve 1 66 Ball Steel 1 67 Strainer Oil 1 68 Gear Asm Governor 1 Part Description Qty 69 Oil Dipstick 1 70 Gasket Oil Pump 1 71 Cranksha...

Page 29: ...Combination 1 201 Bolt 16 202 Nut 16 203 Nut 4 204 Washer Flat 4 205 Cushion Engine Frame 4 206 Bolt 8 207 Bolt 4 Part Description Qty 208 Lifting Handle 1 209 Screw 1 210 Support Engine Frame Shock A...

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