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Generator

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Model#: PG7750BCO

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Summary of Contents for PG7750BCO

Page 1: ...Generator OPERATOR S MANUAL Model PG7750BCO support pulsar products com ...

Page 2: ...rator to a building electrical system 13 Operation 14 How to Stop Engine 15 Grounding the Generator How to Start Engine 14 Receptacles and Extension Cords 15 Do Not Overload Generator 16 Wattage Reference Guide 17 Cold Weather Operation 18 Maintenance 19 Maintenance Schedule 19 Engine Maintenance 21 Maintaining Fuel Valve 22 Changing Oil 20 How to Store 23 Troubleshooting 24 Diagrams 25 TABLE OF C...

Page 3: ...ning this product as instructed in this manual your generator will give you many years of reliable service Product Specifications This generator is an engine driven revolving field alternating current AC portable generator It is designed to supply electrical power to operate tools appliances camping equipment lighting or serve as a backup power source during power outages The emissions control sys...

Page 4: ...ate indoors or in a confined space that prevents dangerous carbon monoxide gas from dissipating Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES Carbon monoxide gas is a poisonous odorless gas that can cause headache confusion fatigue nausea fainting sickness seizures or death If you start to experience any of these symptoms IMMEDIATELY get fresh air and seek medical attention Never use indoors i...

Page 5: ...ease and other flammable debris When adding or draining fuel unit should be turned off for at least 2 minutes to cool before removing fuel cap If unit has been running the fuel cap may be under pressure removeslowly Tokeep 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 t...

Page 6: ...equipment Only when operating at the preset governed speed this generator will supply the correct rated frequency and voltage WARNING Generator must be properly grounded to prevent electrocution Only operate generator on a level surface If connected to a structure connect the ground terminal to anappropriate ground WARNING This generator produces high voltage which could result in burnsor electroc...

Page 7: ...Meter Protectors Four 120v GFCI outlets NEMA 5 20 12 Volt 8 3 Amp Output Fuel Selector Switch Main Breaker CO Sensor Light F H H I J J I E F D 120 Volt AC 30 Amp twist lock receptacle NEMA L5 30 120 240 Volt AC 30 Amp twist lock receptacle NEMA L14 30 ...

Page 8: ... T Fuel Fill Cap U Fuel Valve ON OFF V Recoil Starter Grip W Oil Fill Dipstick X No Flat Foam Filled Tires U K Tank Vapor Valve L Fuel Gauge M Generator Frame N Choke Lever O Air Filter Housing P Handles Grip Q Oil Drain Plug T V K L M N O R S W X ...

Page 9: ...ual 1 Products Warranty Card Toolkit Spark Plug Wrench Combination Wrench 1 1 2 2 Washer 2 Funnel 1 Handles 2 Bushings Flanged 4 1 Nuts 6 8 10 regulator 10 13 1 Place box on a level surface 2 Remove all items from box except the generator Make sure all items listed on the packing list are included and undamaged 3 Cut down the sides of the box being careful to avoid touching the generator 4 Leave g...

Page 10: ... 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 inserting a hair pin through hole at the end of the wheel axle clevis pin and pressing until it locks into place Repe...

Page 11: ...your local and state regulations Be careful not to short across the terminals when installing Shorting the terminals together can cause sparks damage to the battery or generator or even burns or explosions CAUTION Always wash hands after touching battery WARNING Battery posts terminals and accessories contain lead and lead compounds known to cause cancer and reproductive harm Locate the pigtail ha...

Page 12: ...y If electrolyte contact the skin wash the area immediately with clean water 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 Adding Checking Engine Oil See fig 5 Antidotes for battery acid CONTACT TREATMENT External Flush with water Int...

Page 13: ...ust comply with all electrical codes and applicablelaws WARNING This generator produces high voltage which could result in burnor electrocution causing serious injury ordeath Never handle the generator electrical devices or any cord while standing in water while barefoot or when hands or feet are wet Always keep the generator dry Never store or operate generator in rain or under wetconditions Use ...

Page 14: ...ke position See fig 11 SKIP THIS IF THE ENGINE IS WARM OR HOT For electric start Push and hold the engine START ON OFF switch in the START position Do not hold the START ON OFF switch in the Start position for more than 15 seconds Allow 1 minute between starting attempts For manual start turn the engine START ON OFF switch to the ON position Pull the recoil starter grip slowly until resistance is ...

Page 15: ...h to the OFF position See fig 18 2 Trun off LPG bottle See fig 17 Fig 15 Fig 16 Fig 17 Fig 18 Four 120v GFCI outlets NEMA 5 20R 120 Volt AC 30 Amp twist lock receptacle NEMA L5 30 120 240 Volt AC 30 Amp twist lock receptacle NEMA L14 30 12 Volt DC 8 3 Amp Output 120 Volt GFCI duplex receptacles NEMA 5 20R This receptacle has a 20 Amp push to reset circuit breaker to protect against overload Each s...

Page 16: ... fold handle to the down position Never lift or carry generator by its handle Don t OverloadGenerator Make sure you can supply enough rated watts and surge watts for all electrical loads 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 electrical device This power surge for ...

Page 17: ... Box or Play Station 40 40 AM FM Radio 100 100 VCR 100 100 TV or Monitor 40 200 200 Home Office Fax Machine 65 65 Personal Computer 17 Monitor 800 800 Laser Printer 250 950 Copy Machine 700 800 Power Tools 1000W Quartz Halogen Work Light 1000 1000 Airless Sprayer HP 600 800 Reciprocating Saw 750 950 Circular Saw 7 1400 2300 Miter Saw 10 800 1200 Table Radial ArmSaw 1000 2000 Electric Drill HP 5 4 ...

Page 18: ...le battery charges Battery is considered fully charged when the gravity of its fluid is 1 260 or higher when measured by a hydrometer It is static voltage is 12 7 vdc Fig 20 Fig 19 Start engine without anything connected to generator When engine has stabilized plug in and turn on first load It is strongly recommended to plug in devices with the largest load first and the smallest load last to help...

Page 19: ...ce away from the wind and elements 5 Remove shelter when temperatures reach 40ºF 4ºC Pre Operation Steps Before starting the engine perform the following pre operationsteps Check the level of the engine oil and the fuel tanklevel Make sure the air filter is clean Remove any debris that has collected on the generator and around the muffler and controls Use a vacuum cleaner to pick up loose debris I...

Page 20: ...tOFF Place generator on a level surface Remove the crankcase dipstick Place an oil pan underneath the oil drain hole to collect usedoil Remove the oil drain plug and allow oil to draincompletely Reinstall oil drain plug tighten securely Carefully add SAE 30 or 10W 30 to empty reservoir until the oilreaches the threads of the oil fill hole Crankcase Dipstickhole Replace crankcase dipstick Oil Recom...

Page 21: ...e engine make it difficult to start the engine and reduce the unit s performance To clean remove the air filter cover Carefully pull the air filter out by lifting along theedges 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 filtercover Checking Spark Plug See Fig 23 Disconnect the spark plug wi...

Page 22: ...ecrease and fuel consumption will increase A very rich mixture will also foul the spark plug and cause hard starting Operation at an altitude that differs from that at which this engine was certified for extended periods of time may increase emissions High altitude performance can be improved by specific modifications to the carburetor If you always operate your generator at altitudes above 5 000 ...

Page 23: ... pick up loose debris If dirt is caked on use a soft bristlebrush Inspect air cooling cylinder fins and flywheel fan Remove any debris if obstructed For short term storage start generator once every 7days For long term storage add fuel stabilizer to prevent stale fuel from causing varnish and gum deposits in the fuel system and carburetor Store in a sheltered location and use a suitable cover to p...

Page 24: ... choking 10 Low oil level 11 Rich fuel mixture 12 Intake valve stuck open or closed 13 Loss of enginecompression 14 Engine has flooded 15 CO Sensor indicator light turn red 16 CO Sensor indicator light turn yellow 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 val...

Page 25: ...CO Sensor shuts off the engine notifies the user with a RED indicator light and directs the user to read the Action Label for steps to take The CO Sensor DOES NOT replace carbon monoxide alarms Install battery powered carbon monoxide alarm s in your home CO SENSOR INDICATOR LIGHTS RED Carbon monoxide accumulated around the generator After shut off the RED indicator light in the CO Sensor area of t...

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