Generator
www.pulsar-products.com
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Warning: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Model
: PG12000B
Page 1: ... www pulsar products com OPERATOR S MANUAL Warning The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Model PG12000B ...
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Page 3: ...compliant with all standards set by the U S Agency How to contact us To order parts receive warranty assistance or other services inquiries you can contact us by internet at www pulsar products com or write to us at AC Output Rated Wattage 9500W 9 5kW Rated Voltage 120V 240V Rated Frequency 60Hz Rated Ampere 79A 39 5A Rated Output 9 5kVA Maximum Output 12kVA SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE T...
Page 4: ...f serious injury avoid attempting to lift the generator alone WARNING Safety Instructions Using a generator indoors WILL KILL YOU IN MINUTES Carbon monoxide gas is a poisonous odorless gas that can cause headache confusion fatigue nausea fainting Never use indoors in a covered area or in a confined space even if doors and windows are open Keep exhaust from this unit from entering a confined area t...
Page 5: ... If unit has been running then the fuel cap is under pressure remove slowly To keep fuel from spilling secure unit so it cannot tip while operating or transporting When transporting unit disconnect the spark plug wire and make sure the fuel tank is empty with the fuel shutoff valve turned to the off position WARNING Never exceed generator s wattage amperage capacity This could damage the generator...
Page 6: ...enerator on a level surface Always connect the nut and ground terminal on the frame to an appropriate ground source WARNING Generator must be properly grounded to prevent electrocution Never handle the generator electronic devices or any cord while standing in water while barefoot or when hands or feet are wet Always keep the generator dry Never operate generator in rain or under wet conditions Us...
Page 7: ... Two 120 Vlot AC 20Amp Receptacles G Circuit Protector 120 240 Volt AC 30 Amp twist lock receptacle NEMA L14 30 120 240 Volt AC 50 Amp receptacle NEMA L14 50R 12 Volt 8 3 Amp Output For charging batteries only Fuel Selector Switch F H C A H D E F G B ...
Page 8: ...el Valve ON OFF U Oil Fill Dipstick V No Flat Foam Filled Tires T Recoil Starter Grip I Fuel Tank Vapor Vent J Fuel Gauge K Generator Frame L Choke Lever M Air Filter N Handles Grip O Oil Drain Plug P Support Leg Foot I R J Q K L S T M U P O N V ...
Page 9: ...ut down the sides of box being careful to avoid hitting the generator 4 Leave generator on box to install wheel assembly Packing List Check all loose parts to the following list Contact your dealer if any loose parts are not included Description Qty Generator 1 Operator s Manual 1 Products Warranty Card Toolkit Spark Plug Wrench Combination Wrench 1 1 2 2 Washer 2 Funnel 1 Handles 2 Bushings Flang...
Page 10: ...ing M8 screws 2 and nuts Installing Support Leg See fig 2 Parts needed 2 wheels 2 axles 2 hair pins and 2 washers Raise or tilt generator so you can slide the wheel axle pin into the wheel the washer the wheel mounting hole located on the side of the frame Secure the wheel assembly by reinserting a hair pin through hole at the end of the wheel axle and pressing until it locks into place Repeat pro...
Page 11: ...n removing the battery for replacement Remove the nut and bolt first from the negative Black post then from the positive Red post being careful not to short across the terminals Always abide by the safety warnings provided with the battery Remove the battery and dispose of it according to your local and state regulations Be careful not to short across the terminals when installing Shorting the ter...
Page 12: ...er If you get electrolyte contact with your eye rinse immediately with clean water and seek medical attention NOTICE If the Generator is stored for over six months the battery will need to be removed and charged Pb Place generator on a level surface Remove the crankcase dipstick to ensure you do not overfill the engine Insert a funnel into the crankcase dipstick hold and carefully add 4 Cycle engi...
Page 13: ...eath to electric utility workers WARNING This generator produces a very high voltage which could result in burn or electrocution causing serious injury or death Connecting Generator to an Electrical System a transfer switch The power from the generator must be isolated from the circuit breaker or alternative power source If connecting generator to a building s electrical system for standby power y...
Page 14: ... fuel valve to the ON position See fig 9 See fig 10 Slide the choke lever to the Choke position See fig 11 SKIP THIS IF THE ENGINE IS WARM OR HOT ｏｎ ｷｩｴ ｨ ｮ ｨ ｓｴ ｲｴﾔ ｯｳｩｴｩｯｮ ｯｲ ｯｲ ｨ Ｕ ｯｮ ｳＮ ｬｬｯｷ ｩｮｵｴ ｴｷ ｮ ｴ ｲｴｩｮｧ ｴｴ ｭｰｴｳＮ For manual start turn the engine ｓｔａｒｔＯ ON OFF switch to the ON position Pull the recoil handle starter cord slowly until resistance is felt then pull rapidly See fig 13 Let engi...
Page 15: ...rator battery fully charged and ready to use to avoid the need to use the recoil starter to start the generator manually How to Stop Engine See fig 15 18 All loads MUST be disconnected from the generator Never start or stop the engine with electrical devices plugged in to the receptacles See fig 15 When using gasoline 1 Turn the engine START ON OFF switch to the OFF position See fig 18 2 Turn the ...
Page 16: ...ople to lift Lift and lower with your legs by bending at the knees not your back to avoid injury Don t Overload Generator Make sure you can supply enough rated watts and surge watts for all electronic devices connected to the generator Rated watts refer to the power a generator must supply to keep a device running Surge watts refer to the power a generator must supply to start an electronic device...
Page 17: ...ric Blanket 400 400 Space Heater 1800 1800 Kitchen Blender 300 900 Toaster 2 slice 1000 1600 Coffee Maker 1500 1500 Electric Range 1 element 1500 1500 Dishwasher 1500 3000 Electric Oven 3410 3410 Electric Water Heater 4000 4000 Laundry Room Iron 1200 1200 Washing Machine 1150 3400 Gas Clothes Dryer 700 2500 Electric Clothes Dryer 5400 6750 Wattage Reference Guide Wattages listed are just approxima...
Page 18: ...er Use a wire brush to clean battery terminals if corroded Connect the Battery Charging Cable Connection Plug to the 12 Volt D C Receptacle Connect the red cable clamp to the positive battery terminal Connect the black cable clamp to the negative battery terminal Start generator engine Let engine run while battery charges Battery is considered fully charged when the gravity of its fluid is 1 260 o...
Page 19: ...e Store unit in a clean and dry area WARNING After First 5 Hours Change Oil After 8 Hours or Daily Clean Debris Check Engine Oil Level Annually 25 hr Use Check and Clean Air Cleaner Change Engine Oil Service more often under dirty or dusty conditions Check Muffler and Spark Arrester Annually 100 hr Use Service Spark Plug Replace with NGK BP6ES Champion N9YC or equivalent Service Fuel Valve Inspect...
Page 20: ...es determine the proper oil viscosity for the engine Use the chart to select the best viscosity for the outdoor temperature range expected Carefully add SAE 10W 30 to empty reservoir until the oil reaches the outer edge of the oil fill hole Crankcase Dipstick hole Replace crankcase dipstick Oil drainage plug Fig 21 Oil Fill Dipstick 22 4 14 32 50 68 86 104 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 SAE 30 10W 30 Synt...
Page 21: ...r Equivalent To clean remove the air filter cover Carefully pull the air filter out by lifting up along the edges Remove dirt from filter by tapping on it or having it blown out Replace with new filter annually Reinstall air filter so that it seals and replace air filter cover A dirty air filter will reduce the life span of the engine make it difficult to start the engine and reduce the unit s per...
Page 22: ...k close the fuel valve and reinstall fuel line securely on petcock Remove the fuel line that leads to the carburetor from the petcock by squeezing the ends of the hose clamps and sliding the fuel line off If needed install a fuel hose that will extend to a suitable fuel container large enough to catch the fuel being drained from the tank Turn the fuel valve to the ON position High Altitude Operati...
Page 23: ...Slowly pull the recoil Starter until you feel the engine build compression When you feel resistance Leave the Engine in this state as this will prevent any corrosion on the cylinder walls if stored for a long period of time Storage and Transportation of the Generator See Fig 26 Remove any debris that has collected on the generator and around the muffler and control panel Use a brush or vacuu to re...
Page 24: ...n fuel 8 Fuel valve is in OFF position 9 Over choking 10 Low oil level 11 Rich fuel mixture 12 Intake valve stuck open or closed 13 Loss of engine compression 14 Dead battery 15 Engine has flooded 1 Turn switch to ON 2 Replace Air filter 3 Clean or replace fuel filter 4 Replace fuel 5 Reconnect spark plug wire 6 Replace spark plug 7 Drain fuel tank and replace fuel 8 Turn fuel valve to ON position...
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Page 26: ...tor components parts and labor Year 2 Limited coverage on generator engine components parts only Personal use means personal residential household use or recreational use by the retail consumer Commercial use means all other uses including commercial construction or other income producing purposes Once a generator has been used for commercial purposes it shall thereafter be considered as a commerc...
Page 27: ...original purchaser in the United States Canada or Mexico Refurbished used demonstration or floor models are not covered by this warranty Products purchased from on line auction websites such as ebay are not covered under this warranty Products used for commercial use are not covered under this warranty How to Obtain Warranty Service Take the original receipt and product to the place of purchase or...
