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10,000 WATT (11,000 PEAK)

GENERATOR WITH

18 HP ROBIN

ENGINE

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3491 Mission oaks Blvd., CaMarillo, Ca 93011

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Page 1: ...www harborfreight com Copyright 2004 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 For technical questions and replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 92280 Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools ...

Page 2: ...without oil will ruin the engine and void the warranty This generator is not intended to power sensitive electronic equipment without the addition of an appropriate line conditioner sold separately Before using the generator read and understand the Robin Subaru Engine Opera tion Maintenance and Parts Manual Also read the safety precautions in this manual which should always be followed to reduce t...

Page 3: ...rned engine speed Handling and Installation Precautions 1 All electrical work including earth ground connection should be completed by a licensed electrician 2 Any separate fuel storage generator supply facility must be built or installed in full compliance with relevant local state and federal regulations 3 If the generator is installed indoors exhaust fumes must be piped out of the building usin...

Page 4: ... live electrical parts and connections to avoid sparking or arcing These events could ignite fumes or vapors 8 Do not refill the generator fuel tank on the bed frame while the engine is running 9 Do not operate the generator with known leaks in the fuel system 10 Use only engine manufacturer recommended fuel and oil fluids Mechanical Precautions 1 The generator is designed with guards for protecti...

Page 5: ... its power input 8 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 9 Insulate all connections and disconnected wires 10 Use only Class BC or Class ABC fire extinguishers on electrical fires General Precautions 1 Check for damaged par...

Page 6: ...r could occur Moisture can carry electrical current and could cause electrocution 3 If the Generator is connected to a building home business or any other electrical circuit normally fed by utility power steps must be taken to ensure that the Generator output and the utility power are positively isolated Failure to isolate the systems will result in Generator damage It could also result in persona...

Page 7: ... is free of the electric current check for breathing If not breathing perform CPR and keep the victim warm Have someone call the paramedics Grounding Warning This generator must be grounded to earth ground before using Improperly connecting the grounding wire or not using one can result in the risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the generator...

Page 8: ...ments and complies with the applicable standards of Underwriters Laboratories Inc the Canadian Standard Association and the National Electrical Code See Figure B above 5 Double insulated tools may be used in either of the 120 volt outlets shown in the following illustration See Figure B above Extension Cords 1 Grounded tools require a three wire extension cord Double Insulated tools can use either...

Page 9: ...et areas 9 Extension cords used on the 240 VAC outlet must of sufficient size to carry the wattage load of the appliance being powered RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS 120 240 VOLT NAMEPLATE AMPERES at full load EXTENSION CORD LENGTH 25 50 75 100 150 0 2 0 18 18 18 18 16 2 1 3 4 18 18 18 16 14 3 5 5 0 18 18 16 14 12 5 1 7 0 18 16 14 12 12 7 1 12 0 18 14 12 10 12 1 16 0 14 12 10 1...

Page 10: ... Unpack and review all parts for defects or missing items 2 Find two Handles 11 two Handle Pins 31 and two Hex Nuts 28 3 Insert the Handle Pin through the Handle bracket and Frame 4 as shown below 4 Where the Handle Pin protrudes from the Frame screw on and tighten the Hex Nut 28 5 Install the other Handle by following steps 1 through 4 on the other side of the Frame Handle Pin 31 Hex Nut 28 Frame...

Page 11: ...remove the two blocks Front Support Bracket Installation 1 Using the front Handles 11 lift the Generator high enough to place the two six inch blocks under the Frame 4 at the cross bar See illustration below 2 If not already installed mount the Rubber Foot into the Front Support Bracket 26 as shown below Securely tighten 3 Attach the Front Support Bracket 26 to the underside of the cross bar using...

Page 12: ... the Generator to the positive terminal of the Battery 4 Connect the negative black cable from the Generator to the negative terminal of the Battery Operating Instructions Generator Setup and Cable Connections 1 Place the Generator outdoors where it will be used This should be on a flat surface and away from flammable materials Do not allow the Generator to get wet If used indoors the area must be...

Page 13: ...ick Warning If the Generator will be used to replace facility power in times of outages the facility power input must be isolated Refer to the Electric Generator Safety Precautions on page 6 These connections must only be made by a licensed electrician Generator Engine Controls STOP Generator off Choke Control Rod Pull out cold engine Push in warm engine Fuel Valve CW Closed CCW Open RUN Generator...

Page 14: ...ut the Oil Dip Stick Add oil if necessary Never run with low or no oil 2 Open the Gas Valve by turning it counterclockwise until it stops Refer to the Generator Engine Controls photo on page 13 3 Place the Locking Key into the ignition and turn the On Off Switch to the On position 4 If the Engine is cold pull the Choke Control Rod Otherwise continue with the next step 5 NOTE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ADJU...

Page 15: ...gasoline container before storing the unit 6 After the first five hours of use drain and replace the Engine oil After that replace the oil after every 25 hours of use Check the Hour reading on the Hour Meter 6 Push in the Choke Control Rod 7 Plug in the extension cords or appliances making sure that the appliance loads are turned off Refer to the section on Extension Cords on page 9 Do not overloa...

Page 16: ...h oil to bring the oil level to the full mark as read on the Oil Level Dip Stick 2A To replace all the oil first remove the Oil Drain Plugs from each side of the engine and empty the oil into a bucket Dispose of the oil according to local regulations Replace the Oil Drain Plugs Add oil as described in step 2 3 Wipe up any spilled oil from the engine 4 Replace the Oil Fill Cap and the Oil Level Dip...

Page 17: ...Page 17 SKU 92280 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Wiring Diagrams ...

Page 18: ... Tank 1 18 Fuel Cap 2 19 Cover Muffler 1 20 Cover Back 1 21 Bracket 10 1 22 Vibration Isolator Mount 6 23 Axle Clamp 2 24 Axle 2 25 Wheels 2 26 Bracket Front Support 1 27 Bolt Hex 5 16 x2 1 2 4 28 Nuts Hex NC 5 16 x1 3 4 14 29 Bolts Hex NC 5 16 x3 4 15 30 Bolts Hex NC 5 16 x1 3 4 7 31 Handle Pin Ø 5 16 2 32 Cotter Key 5 32 x1 2 33 ENM Hour Meter 1 34 Switch Starting AYP 1 35 LED Red 12 VDC 1 36 Vo...

Page 19: ...AT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANSAND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYERASSUMESALL RISKAND LIABILITYARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODU...

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