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with all relevant electrical codes and standards before operation. 

 

THE GENERATOR IS A POTENTIAL SOURCE OF ELECTRICAL 
SHOCK IF NOT KEPT DRY.   

 

DO NOT EXPOSE THE GENERATOR TO MOISTURE, RAIN OR 
SNOW.   Water entering a generator will increase the risk of electric shock. 

 

DO NOT OPERATE THE GENERATOR WITH WET HANDS. 

 

Do not attempt to connect or disconnect load connections while standing 
in water, or on wet or soggy ground. 

 

Do not touch electrically energized parts of the generator and 
interconnecting cables or conductors with any part of the body, or with any 
non-insulated conductive object. 

 

Keep all electrical equipment clean and dry. Replace any wiring where the 
insulation is cracked, cut abraded or otherwise degraded. Replace terminals 
that are worn, discolored, or corroded. Keep terminals clean and tight. 

 

 

Power Output

 

 

 

This generator is not designed to power sensitive electronic equipment (such 
as computers, mobile phones, medical devices and the like) without the 
addition of an approved line conditioner, which is sold separately. 

 

ATTEMPTING TO POWER SENSITIVE ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT 
WITHOUT THE USE OF AN APPROVED LINE CONDITIONER MAY 
CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT.  NEITHER TILLOTSON 
POWER PRODUCTS LLC NOR ANY OF ITS AFFILIATES ARE 
RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DIRECT OR INDIRECT DAMAGE 
CAUSED BY FAILURE TO USE AN APPROVED LINE 
CONDITIONER.

 

 

 

Work Area

 

 

Keep your work area clean and well lit.  Cluttered benches and dark areas invite 
accidents. 
 
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence 
of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.  Generators create sparks which may ignite 
the dust or fumes. 
 
Keep bystanders, children and visitors away while operating a generator.  
Provide barriers or shields as needs. 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for TPP-4500DF-A

Page 1: ...ow all safety rules and instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury Diagrams within this manual may no...

Page 2: ...GENERATOR 19 STOPPING THE GENERATOR 20 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 20 MAINTENANCE 22 STORAGE 26 INSTALLATION 26 TROUBLESHOOTING 28 WIRING DIAGRAM 29 MODEL SPECIFICATIONS 30 The engine exhaust from this pr...

Page 3: ...injury Read them carefully Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections Save These Important Safety Instructions Read and understand all of these safety instructions Be sure to retain th...

Page 4: ...PMENT WHEN USING AIR TOOLS BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY Specific Warnings Carbon Monoxide When this tool is running ensure that the area is...

Page 5: ...EL OR OTHER FLAMMABE MATERIALS NEAR THE GENERATOR Do not smoke or allow sparks flames or other sources of ignition around the engine and fuel tank Fuel vapors are explosive Keep grounded conductive ob...

Page 6: ...damaged power cords immediately Damaged power cords increase the risk of electric shock When operating a power tool outside use an outdoor extension cord marked W A or W These extension cords are rate...

Page 7: ...ed or corroded Keep terminals clean and tight Power Output This generator is not designed to power sensitive electronic equipment such as computers mobile phones medical devices and the like without t...

Page 8: ...s hardhat or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions Do not force the generator Use the correct generator for your application The correct generator will do the job better and safer...

Page 9: ...THIS PRODUCT ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO A HEART PACEMAKER COULD CAUSE INTERFERENCE TO OR FAILURE OF THE PACEMAKER Installation Ensure installation meets all applicable safety local...

Page 10: ...oisture within the generator s area Mechanical Always make sure the power switch is in its OFF position Disconnect the spark plug wire and allow the engine to completely cool before carrying out maint...

Page 11: ...ting or working around the generator when it is running Additional Safety Information Operator Responsibility Know how to stop the generator quickly in case of emergency See page 20 Understand the use...

Page 12: ...for a while after stopping the engine Be careful not to touch the muffler while it is hot Let the engine cool before storing the generator indoors Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive unde...

Page 13: ...GENERATOR COMPONENTS See next page for further explanations 13...

Page 14: ...ting the engine by recoil starter set the key switch to the ON position and pull the recoil starter handle Gasoline Fuel Valve The gasoline fuel valve is located between the fuel tank and carburetor W...

Page 15: ...he engine the engine switch will remain in the ON position The Oil Alert system should not take the place of checking the oil level before each use If the engine stops and will not restart check the e...

Page 16: ...800 1300 Kitchen Microwave Oven 1000 watt 1000 Coffee Maker 1500 Electric Stove Single Element 1500 Hot Plate 2500 Family Room DVD CD Player 100 VCR 100 Stereo Receiver 450 Color Television 27 500 Pe...

Page 17: ...ick and then screw the dipstick back into the oil fill hole FILL OIL ON A LEVEL SURFACE Check the oil level BEFORE EACH USE with the generator on a level surface and the engine stopped o Remove the oi...

Page 18: ...Wipe up spills immediately Use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline Unleaded gasoline produces fewer engine and spark p...

Page 19: ...T HOLD FOR MORE THAN 5 SECONDS If the engine fails to start release the switch and wait 10 seconds before operating the starter again NOTE If the speed of the starter motor drops after a period of tim...

Page 20: ...urn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Connections to a Building Electrical System Connections for standby power to a building electrical system must be made by a qualifie...

Page 21: ...S LLC NOR ITS AFFILIATES ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DIRECT OR INDIRECT DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE FAILURE TO USE AN APPROVED LINE CONDITIONER CAUTION Substantial overloading will open the circuit breaker Excee...

Page 22: ...When the carburetor has been modified for high altitude operation the air fuel mixture will be too lean for low altitude use Operation at altitudes below 5 000 feet 1 500 meters with a modified carbur...

Page 23: ...diment Cup Clean Spark Plug Check Change Spark Arrester Clean Idle Speed Check Adjust Valve Clearance Check Adjust Combustion Chamber Clean After every 500 hours Fuel tank and filter Clean Fuel Tube C...

Page 24: ...lean engine oil and squeeze out the excess oil The engine will smoke during initial startup if too much oil is left in the air filter element Reinstall the air filter element and the cover Never run t...

Page 25: ...s the washer Caution The spark plug must be securely tightened An improperly tightened spark plug can become very hot and could damage the engine Never use spark plugs which have an improper heat rang...

Page 26: ...o the table below STORAGE TIME RECOMMENDED SERVICE PROCEDURE Less than 1 month No preparation required 1 to 2 months Fill with fresh gasoline and add gasoline conditioner 2 months to 1 year Fill with...

Page 27: ...it Generator placement should allow four feet of access to all sides for maintenance Place the generator as close as possible to the electrical tools and equipment being powered to reduce the length o...

Page 28: ...ck the oil level Add oil if necessary Damaged Spark Plug Remove and check that the spark plug is in good condition Replace if necessary Carburetor needs to be choked Rotate the choke lever to fully cl...

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Page 30: ...al Drop Dual Drop Dual Drop Dual Drop Dual Drop Electrical Automatic Voltage Regulation Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Battery Maintenance Free Maintenance Free Maintenance Free Maintenance Free Maintenance Free...

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