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GASOLINE GENERATOR

3500W

     Model 95126

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

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2006 by Harbor Freight Tools

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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, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY,

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS

AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.

Do to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slighlty from the product described herein.

A.  You do not put engine oil in the Engine’s crankcase prior to its first use.
     
Before each use, check the oil level.  Never run the Engine with low or no engine oil.
     Running the Engine with low or no oil will permanently damage the unit.

CAUTION!

Your Warranty Is Voided If:

Summary of Contents for 95126

Page 1: ...written consent of Harbor Freight Tools For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Do to continuing improvements actual product may differ slighlty from the product described herein A You do not put engine oil in the Engine s crankcase prior to its first use Before each use check the oil level Never run ...

Page 2: ...al R equirem ents A lternator T ype S ingle P hase B rushless O utput 3000W R ated 3500W P eak R ated V oltage 120 V A C 25 A m p 240 V A C 12 5 A m p 60 H z A C R eceptacles 120 V A C 3 P rong G rounding P lug Q ty 2 240 V A C 4 B lade T w istlock P lug Q ty 1 N E M A L14 30 D C R eceptacle 12 V D C O utput Term inal w ith C ap S crew s Q ty 1 C ircuit B reaker 13 A m p O verload P rotection R es...

Page 3: ...ach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Proper footing and balance enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations 6 Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Always wear ANSI approved safety impact goggles when using this product ANSI approved hearing protection must also be used TOOL USE AND CARE 1 Do not force the tool Use the correct tool for your application T...

Page 4: ...e a risk of electric shock or injury SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONS 1 WARNING Your Warranty is voided if A You do not put engine oil in the Engine s crankcase prior to its first use Before each use check the oil level Never run the Engine with low or no engine oil Running the Engine with low or no oil will permanently damage the unit 2 Maintain labels and nameplates on the Generator These c...

Page 5: ...ngine and surrounding areas clean at all times 3 When spills of fuel or oil occur they must be cleaned up immediately Dispose of fluids and cleaning materials as per any local state or federal codes and regulations Store oil rags in a covered metal container 4 Never store fuel or other flammable materials near the Generator 5 Do not smoke or allow sparks flames or other sources of ignition around ...

Page 6: ...tection when operating or working around the Generator when it is running SKU 95126 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 6 ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS 1 All connections and conduits from the Generator to the load must only be installed by trained and licensed electricians and in compliance with all relevant local state and federal electrical codes and standards and other regulations ...

Page 7: ...ored or corroded Keep terminals clean and tight 11 Use only Class BC or Class ABC fire extinguishers on electrical fires RECOMMENDED MINIMUMWIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS 120VOLT RECOMMENDED MINIMUMWIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS 240VOLT FIGURE A 10 Guard against electric shock Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerator enclosures 9 Insulate all conn...

Page 8: ... cannot be built into this product but must be supplied by the operator UNPACKING When unpacking check to make sure all the parts shown on the Parts Lists on page 17 are included If any parts are missing or broken please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible PRODUCT FEATURES SKU 95126 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 8 ...

Page 9: ...pping of Engine See Figure B 9 Recoil Starter 75 Pull cord for starting Engine See Figure B 10 Fuel Filter 46 Traps dirt and water from fuel before it enters Engine See Figure B 11 Fuel Valve 78 Allows fuel to enter Engine See Figure B 12 Air Cleaner 77 A removable cleanable sponge like element that limits the amount of dirt pulled into the Engine See Figure B 13 Choke Lever 79 Adjusts the amount ...

Page 10: ...rection 2 Locate the Generator on a concrete slab or other area where rain drainage or flood waters can not reach it 3 Generator placement should allow four feet of access to all sides for maintenance and for proper air cooling 4 Place the Generator as close as possible to the electrical tools and equipment being powered to reduce the length of extension cords SKU 95126 For technical questions ple...

Page 11: ...e run in temperatures above 32 degrees Fahrenheit use SAE 30 weight oil If the Engine will be run in temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit use SAE 5W 30 weight oil See Figure D next page 3 To do so unscrew and remove the Oil Dipstick 74 Pour engine oil into the Dipstick Hole until the level of oil is even with lower edge of the Dipstick Hole approximately 20 fluid ounces See Figure D 4 Make sur...

Page 12: ... equipment FUEL FILTER 46 FUEL CAP 44 FUEL GAUGE 47 OIL DIPSTICK 74 FUEL TANK 43 FIGURE D To Start The Engine Generator 1 Turn the Engine Fuel Valve 78 to its OPEN position Then turn the Engine Choke Lever 79 to its CHOKE position NOTE No choke is required if the Engine is warm Make sure the Engine Choke Lever is in the RUN position when starting a warm Engine See Figure B 2 Turn the Engine Igniti...

Page 13: ...nameplate the starting and running voltage and amperage requirements Use the following formula to convert voltage and amperage to wattage 5 To determine the approximate wattage requirement for most appliances tools and equipment with inductive type motors multiply the wattage that was calculated by 2 times to assure adequate Generator capacity 6 NOTE The starting and running wattage for resistant ...

Page 14: ...See Figure B INSPECTION MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING 1 WARNING Always make sure the Engine s Ignition Switch 20 is in its OFF position prior to performing any service maintenance or cleaning of the Generator or Engine See Figure B 2 Before each use inspect the general condition of the Generator and Engine Check for loose screws misalignment or binding of moving parts cracked or broken parts loose hose...

Page 15: ...are and maintenance of the Engine refer to the Engine manufacturer s service manual PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION ORWARRANTY OF ANY KINDTO THE BUYERTHAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE ...

Page 16: ...SKU 95126 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 16 TROUBLESHOOTING ...

Page 17: ... 16 Control Panel 1 58 Muffler 1 17 Control Panel Case 1 59 Muffler Guard 1 18 Panel Switch Mark RH 1 60 Flange Bolt M8 x 16 3 19 Panel Switch Mark LH 1 61 Exhaust Pipe 1 20 Ignition Switch 1 62 Muffler Gasket 1 21 Voltmeter 1 63 Supporting Plate 1 22 Circuit Breaker 10A 1 64 Muffler Stay 1 23 Flange Bolt M6 x 12 4 65 Bolt M8 x 25 2 24 Nut M4 2 66 Nut M8 2 25 Pan Screw M4 x 10 2 67 Flange Bolt M6 ...

Page 18: ...E 18 NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes onlyand are not available individually as replacement parts 69 12 VDC Charging Terminal not shown 70 Voltage Selector not shown 71 120 VAC Outlet not shown 72 240 VAC Outlet not shown 73 Spark Plug Wrench not shown ...

Page 19: ...WIRING DIAGRAM SKU 95126 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PAGE 19 ...

Page 20: ...a part has failed due to abuse neglect improper maintenance or unapproved modifications You are responsible for shipping your engine to a HFT warranty station as soon as a problem exists Contact the HFT Customer Service department at the number below to make shipping arrangements The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days If you have any questions...

Page 21: ...t its products meet high quality and durability standards and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of one year from the date of purchase 90 days if used by a professional contractor or if used as rental equipment See engine manufacturer s warranty which covers engine This warranty does not apply to damage due directly...

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