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WARRANTY 

Exclusions:

•  Cosmetic defects such as paint, decals, etc.

•  Rainier Outdoor Power Equipment portable generators that utilize non-Rainier Outdoor Power Equipment replacement parts.

•  Costs of normal maintenance and adjustments.

•  Failures caused by any contaminated fuels, oils, or lack of proper oil levels.

•  Repairs or diagnostics performed by individuals other than Rainier Outdoor Power Equipment authorized dealers not authorized in 

writing by Rainier Outdoor Power Equipment.

•  Failures due to normal wear and tear, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence or improper use. As with all mechanical devices, the Rainier 

Outdoor Power Equipment engines need periodic part(s) service and replacement to perform as designed. This warranty will not cover 

repair when normal use has exhausted the life of a part(s) or engine.

•  Failures caused by any external cause or act of God, including but not limited to, collision, theft, vandalism, riot, war, fire, freezing, 

lightning, earth-quake, windstorm, hail, water, flood, tornado, or hurricane.

•  Damage related to rodent and/or insect infestation.

•  Products that are modified or altered in a manner not authorized in writing by Rainier Outdoor Power Equipment.

•  Any incidental, consequential or indirect damages caused by defects in materials or workmanship, or any delay in repair or 

replacement of the defective part(s).

•  Failure due to misapplication.

•  Telephone, cellular phone, facsimile, Internet access, or other communication expenses.

•  Expenses related to “customer instruction” or troubleshooting where no manufacturing defect is found.

•  Overnight freight or special shipping costs for replacement part(s).

•  Overtime, holiday or emergency labor.

•  Starting battery, fuses, light bulbs and engine fluids.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES

This limited warranty is in lieu of all other expressed or implied warranties, including any warranty of 

FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR 

PURPOSE OR USE

 and any implied warranty of 

MERCHANTABILITY

 otherwise applicable to Rainier Outdoor Power Equipment’s line of 

generators. Rainier Outdoor Power Equipment and its affiliated companies shall not be liable for any special, incidental or consequential 

damage, including lost profits. There are no warranties extended other than as provided herein. This limited warranty may be modified 

only by Rainier Outdoor Power Equipment. Any implied warranties allowed by law shall be limited in duration to the terms of the express 

warranty provided herein. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not 

apply to you. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may 

not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You also have other rights from state to state. Rainier Outdoor Power 

Equipment’s 

ONLY LIABILITY SHALL BE THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS STATED ABOVE. IN NO EVENT SHALL Rainier 

Outdoor Power Equipment BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF SUCH DAMAGES ARE 

A DIRECT RESULT OF 

Rainier Outdoor Power Equipment’s 

NEGLIGENCE

. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of 

incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you 

may also have other rights from state to state. 

This limited warranty is given by Rainier Outdoor Power Equipment, 777 Manor Park Drive, Columbus, OH 43228

20190801KD - Rev 2

20190801KD - Rev 2

Summary of Contents for HYBRID DUAL FUEL R12000DF

Page 1: ...R12000DF Dual Fuel OPEN FRAME Generator GASOLINE 9500 Running Watts 12000 Peak Watts PROPANE 8550 Running Watts 10800 Peak Watts...

Page 2: ...se you and others to be seriously hurt or killed Model Number Running Watts Peak Watts Gasoline Tank Size G Rated Speed RPM Ignition Type Spark plug Engine Disp cc Stroke X Bore Oil Capacity qt Oil Ty...

Page 3: ...register your generator you will need to locate the following information RAINIER PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM PERSONAL INFORMATION GENERATOR INFORMATION First Name _____________________________________...

Page 4: ...cation Selection 13 Grounding the Generator 13 High Altitude Operation Conversion Kits 13 Power Cord 14 Engine Fluids and Fuel 15 Adding Gasoline to the Fuel Tank 15 Connecting LPG Tank 16 Starting th...

Page 5: ...NGER Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CA...

Page 6: ...ap with the engine running Never refuel the generator while the engine is running Always turn engine off and allow the generator to cool before refueling Only fill fuel tank with gasoline Keep sparks...

Page 7: ...sive and flammable Explosions and fire can cause severe burns or death Gasoline and gasoline vapor Gas Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive Gas expands and contracts with different temperatures...

Page 8: ...e wheel kit is designed for use on this generator only INSTALLING FEET TO FRAME 1 Place generator on a flat surface 2 Place a piece of cardboard or other soft material to tip the generator onto to pro...

Page 9: ...when connecting battery cables ALWAYS disconnect the negative battery cable black boot first when disconnecting battery cables NEVER connect the negative battery cable black boot to the positive post...

Page 10: ...t breakers and outlets Battery Included for electric start models Oil Fill Plug Dipstick Must be removed to add and check oil FEATURES Oil Drain Plug Must be removed to drain engine oil Propane Hook U...

Page 11: ...ervicing the engine or the spark plug CARB Canister Required for models sold into and used in California Muffler and Spark Arrester Avoid contact until engine is cooled down Spark arrestor prevents sp...

Page 12: ...tor Switch Select and turn on gas or propane Electric Start Switch Hold in Start position to start generator Switch to STOP to stop the engine Data Center The VFT Meter is an LED display that will rot...

Page 13: ...electrical shock due to faulty appliances High Altitude Operation Engine power is reduced the higher you operate above sea level Output will be reduced approximately 3 5 for every 1000ft of increased...

Page 14: ...the responsibility of the user only This table is intended for reference only The results produced by using this table are not guaranteed to be correct or applicable in all situations as the type and...

Page 15: ...ing the first five hours of operating the generator make sure to not exceed 50 of the rated running watts until the unit is broken in properly Make sure to vary to load occasionally to allow stator wi...

Page 16: ...e propane tank and disconnect LPG hose when not in use OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE GENERATOR BEFORE STARTING THE GENERATOR REVIEW SAFETY SECTION STARTING ON PAGE 5 Before attempting to start the gen...

Page 17: ...ce for start up FOR GASOLINE a Move the fuel shut off valve to the ON position ON OFF b Turn fuel selector knob to GASOLINE Fuel Shut Off ON Fuel Selector GASOLINE FOR LPG PROPANE a Make sure the LPG...

Page 18: ...the engine is hot can cause extremely hot oil to spray out of the crankcase and can severely burn skin Allow engine oil to cool for several minutes before removing the oil fill plug dipstick Always p...

Page 19: ...Change Cooling Features Check Clean Air Filter Check Clean Replace Spark Plug Check Clean Replace Spark Arrestor Check Clean Service more frequently if operating in dry and dusty conditions TABLE 2 M...

Page 20: ...ize 4 With a damp rag clean around the oil fill plug dipstick 5 Remove oil fill plug dipstick Oil Fill Plug Dipstick 6 Check oil level When checking the engine oil remove the oil fill plug dipstick an...

Page 21: ...on facility AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE WARNING Never use gasoline or other flammable solvents to clean the air filter Use only household detergent soap to clean the air filter Cleaning the Air Filter The...

Page 22: ...plug boot by firmly pulling the plastic spark plug boot handle directly away from the engine NOTICE Never apply any side load or move the spark plug laterally when removing the spark plug Applying a...

Page 23: ...e Switch is switched to STOP so the generator does not draw power from battery 2 Clean the generator as outlined in Cleaning the Generator 3 Drain all gasoline from the fuel tank as best as possible 4...

Page 24: ...ck for overload condition 2 The power cord s plug connector is not fully engaged in the generator s outlet 2 Verify plug connector is firmly engaged in the generator s outlet 3 Faulty or defective pow...

Page 25: ...buretor dispersing after operation 3 Normal no remedy is needed Poor performance or engine stalling on propane 1 Propane fuel line kinked or crushed 1 Inspect propane fuel line and remove kinks or oth...

Page 26: ...ou must at your expense deliver or ship your Rainier generator to an Rainier Outdoor Power Equipment Authorized Service Dealer for warranty repairs which must occur within the applicable warranty peri...

Page 27: ...rtime holiday or emergency labor Starting battery fuses light bulbs and engine fluids DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES This limited warranty is in lieu of all other expressed or implied warranties inc...

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