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Read this material before using this product.

Failure to do so can result in serious injury.

SAVE THIS MANUAL.

Copyright

©

 2012 by Harbor Freight Tools

®

.  All rights reserved.  

No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in 

any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.  

Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally.  Due to continuing 

improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.  

Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.

When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact and 

undamaged.  If any generator parts are missing or broken, 

please call 1‑888‑866‑5797 as soon as possible.

Save This Manual

 

Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, 

inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures.  Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual 

near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number). Keep this manual and 

the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.

Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions

Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU 

IN MINUTES.
Generator 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 vents.

Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions

Save This Manual

 

Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, 

operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures.  Write the product’s serial number in the 

back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number). 

Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.

 

When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact 

and undamaged.  If any parts are missing or broken, 

please call 1‑888‑866‑5797 as soon as possible.

Copyright

©

 2012 by Harbor Freight Tools

®

.  All rights reserved.  

No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in 

any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.  

Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally.  Due to continuing 

improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.  

Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.

Read this material before using this product.

Failure to do so can result in serious injury.

SAVE THIS MANUAL.

REV 16g

Summary of Contents for 69677

Page 1: ...r future reference Owner s Manual Safety Instructions Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide This is a poison you cannot see or smell NEVER use in...

Page 2: ...ne fuel and fumes are flammable and potentially explosive Use proper fuel storage and handling procedures Do not store fuel or other flammable materials nearby 2 Have multiple ABC class fire extinguis...

Page 3: ...Keep all spectators at least six feet from the Engine during operation 7 Fire Hazard Do not fill gas tank while engine is running Do not operate if gasoline has been spilled Clean spilled gasoline bef...

Page 4: ...m exposed live electrical parts and connections to avoid sparking or arcing These events could ignite fumes or vapors 29 Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating this pi...

Page 5: ...rk gloves and dust mask respirator during service 7 Maintain labels and nameplates on the equipment These carry important information If unreadable or missing contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replac...

Page 6: ...tane stabilizer treated unleaded gasoline Capacity 6 1 Gallons 23L Engine Oil Type SAE 10W 30 above 32 F 5W 30 at 32 F or below Capacity 1 16 Quart 1 1L Run Time 50 load 12 hr Operational Volume 76 dB...

Page 7: ...volt or 240 volt that is compatible with the electrical characteristics and rated capacities of the tools and equipment being used 3 ON OFF Circuit Breakers The circuit breaker protects the Generator...

Page 8: ...dio video equipment some television sets computers and printers Sensitive electronic equipment should be operated on approved inverter type generators or pure sine wave generators Note Wheel Kit item...

Page 9: ...vel should be up to the full level as shown above 5 If the oil level is at or below the low mark add the appropriate type of oil until the oil level is at the proper level SAE 10W 30 oil is recommende...

Page 10: ...d using the Generator disconnect all electrical loads Note Do not allow generator to run out of fuel with loads attached 5 Turn off the Engine 6 Allow the Generator and its Engine to completely cool T...

Page 11: ...ach start up so that the engine can stabilize For MANUAL START A Turn the Engine Switch to ON B Grip the Starter Handle of the Engine loosely and pull it slowly several times to allow the gasoline to...

Page 12: ...equipment next Inductive loads are small hand tools and some small appliances c Connect any lights next d Voltage sensitive appliances tools and equipment should be the last to be connected to the Ge...

Page 13: ...e Additional Start Up Watts If They Are Not Listed For equipment with a motor Use the rated watts amount as an estimate of additional Start up Watts For most lights or heaters there are no additional...

Page 14: ...emergency turn the Engine Switch off NOTICE Generator shut off under load may damage the generator and attached equipment Stopping the Engine Under Normal Conditions 1 Before turning off the Engine t...

Page 15: ...alified technician service the equipment instead Cleaning Maintenance and Lubrication Note This maintenance schedule is intended solely as a general guide If performance decreases or if equipment oper...

Page 16: ...ore starting engine To prevent FIRE do not start the engine 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 c...

Page 17: ...rench remove the spark plug 3 Inspect the spark plug 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 c...

Page 18: ...a Change engine oil b Clean 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 disco...

Page 19: ...l the start handle several times to air out the chamber Reinstall spark plug and set Choke to START position 9 Replace Fuel Filter IGNITION SPARK RELATED 1 Spark plug cap not connected securely 2 Spar...

Page 20: ...cks 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 stabilizer treated unleade...

Page 21: ...Contactor Assy 1 88 Bolt Washer 2 89 Coil Assy Charge 1 90 Bolt Flange 2 91 Clamper Cord 1 92 Bolt Flange 1 93 Cover Dust 1 94 Bolt Flange M5 10 3 95 Grommet Crankcase 1 96 Bolt Flange 4 97 Stay Comp...

Page 22: ...Page 22 For technical questions please call 1 888 866 5797 Item 69677 Assembly Diagram...

Page 23: ...ytic converter fuel tanks fuel lines fuel caps valves canisters vapor hoses clamps connectors and other emissions related assemblies Where a warrantable condition exists HFT will repair or replace at...

Page 24: ...l be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim HFT is not liable to warrant failures of warranted parts caused by the use of a non exempted add on or modified part d Emission Warranty Parts List 1 Fuel...

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