AlphaGen DCX3000 User manual

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Keep this owner’s manual handy, so you can refer to it at any time.
This owner’s manual is considered a permanent part of the generator
and should remain with the generator if resold.
The information and specifications included in this publication were in
effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or
design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation
whatever.
2004 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserve
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
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INTRODUCTION
We want to help you get the best results from your new generator and
to operate it safely. This manual contains all the information on how to
do that; please read it carefully.
As you read this manual, you will find information preceded by a
symbol. That information is intended to help you avoid
damage to your generator, other property, or the environment.
We suggest you read the warranty policy to fully understand its
coverage and your responsibilities of ownership. The warranty policy
is a separate document that should have been given to you by your
dealer.
Congratulations on your selection of this generator. We are certain
you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest generators
on the market.
When your generator needs scheduled maintenance, keep in mind
that your Alphagen servicing dealer is specially trained in servicing
this generator. Please contact your Alphagen dealer to have your
generator serviced. Your servicing dealer is dedicated to your
satisfaction and will be pleased to answer your questions and
concerns.
Best Wishes,
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A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY
Safety Labels
Safety Messages
Safety Headings
Safety Section
Instructions
Your safety and the safety of others are very important. And using this
generator safely is an important responsibility.
To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided
operating procedures and other information on labels and in this
manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could
hurt you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or maintaining a generator. You
must use your own good judgement.
You will find important safety information in a variety of forms,
including:
on the generator.
preceded by a safety alert symbol and one
of three signal words, DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
These signal words mean:
be or if
you don’t follow instructions.
be or if
you don’t follow instructions.
be if you don’t follow
instructions.
such as
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION .
such as
how to use this generator correctly and safely.
This entire book is filled with important safety information please
read it carefully.
You WILL KILLED SERIOUSLY HURT
You CAN KILLED SERIOUSLY HURT
You CAN HURT
GENERAT OR SAFET Y .
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CONTENTS
................................................................................GENERATOR SAFETY .6
........................................................................CONTROLS & FEATURES .12
...............................................................................BEFORE OPERATION .20
..................................................IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION .6
......................................................................Operator Responsibility .6
.................................................................Carbon Monoxide Hazards .6
.......................................................................Electric Shock Hazards .7
........................................................................Fire and Burn Hazards .7
.................................................................................Refuel With Care .8
.................................................................SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS .9
...........................................COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATIONS .12
............................................................................................CONTROLS .14
.............................................................DC Voltage Selector Switch .14
................................................................................Fuel Valve Lever .14
.......................................................................................Choke Knob .15
....................................................................................Engine Switch .15
.....................................................................................Recoil Starter .16
....................................................................................Output Switch .16
.............................................................................................FEATURES .17
...............................................................................Ground Terminal .17
............................................................................DC Output Coupler .17
...........................................................................................Voltmeter .17
........................................................................EcoThrottle System .17
................................................................................Output Indicator .18
............................................................................Overload Indicator .18
............................................................................Oil Alert Indicator .19
.........................................................................................Fuel Gauge .19
................................................ARE YOU READY TO GET STARTED ? .20
.........................................................................................Knowledge .20
.............................................IS YOUR GENERATOR READY TO GO ? .20
...............................................................................Check the Engine .21
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CONTENTS
..............................................................................................OPERATION .22
.............................................................SERVICING YOUR GENERATOR .30
.....................................................SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS .22
..........................................STARTING THE ENGINE/DC OPERATION .23
....................................................................................Forced Output .26
......................................................................STOPPING THE ENGINE .28
.............................................THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE .30
......................................................................MAINTENANCE SAFETY .31
............................................................................Safety Precautions .31
................................................................MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .32
...........................................................................................REFUELING .33
...............................................................FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS .34
..................................................................ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK .35
...........................................................................ENGINE OIL CHANGE .36
....................................................ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS .37
........................................................................AIR CLEANER SERVICE .38
.............................................................FOAM AIR FILTER CLEANING .40
.................................................................SEDIMENT CUP CLEANING .41
.........................................................................SPARK PLUG SERVICE .43
................................................................SPARK ARRESTER SERVICE .45
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CONTENTS
..................................................................................................STORAGE .48
......................................................................................TRANSPORTING .53
.......................................TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS .54
..........................................TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION .58
........................................................................................................INDEX .68
.............................QUICK REFERENCE INFORMATION .Inside back cover
....................................................................STORAGE PREPARATION .48
.............................................................................................Cleaning .48
.....................................................................................................Fuel .48
...........................................................................Engine Preparation .51
...................................................................STORAGE PRECAUTIONS .52
................................................................REMOVAL FROM STORAGE .52
.............................................................................ENGINE PROBLEMS .54
....................................................................GENERATOR PROBLEMS .56
................................................................TECHNICAL INFORMATION .58
...................................................................Serial Number Location .58
....................Carburetor Modification for High Altitude Operation .59
.............................................................................Oxygenated Fuels .60
............................................Emission Control System Information .61
.............................................................................................Air Index .63
....................................................................................Specifications .64
.................................................................................Wiring Diagram .65
...............................................................CONSUMER INFORMATION .66
.......................................................................................Publications .66
.........................................................Customer Service Information .67
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GENERATOR SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Carbon Monoxide Hazards
Operator Responsibility
This generator is designed for use with CATV/Telecommunications
equipment that has suitable power requirements. Other uses can
result in injury to the operator or damage to the generator and other
property.
Most accidents can be prevented if you follow all instructions in this
manual and on the generator. The most common hazards are
discussed below, along with the best way to protect yourself and
others.
If you run the generator in a confined or even partially enclosed area,
the air you breathe could contain dangerous amounts of exhaust
gas. To keep exhaust gas from building up, provide adequate
ventilation.
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless
gas. Breathing exhaust can cause loss of consciousness and may
lead to death.
Be sure that anyone who operates the generator receives proper
instruction. Do not let children operate the generator without
parental supervision.
Know how to stop the generator quickly in case of emergency.
Understand the use of all generator controls, output receptacles,
and connections.
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GENERATOR SAFETY
Electric Shock Hazards
Fire and Burn Hazards
The generator produces enough electric power to cause a serious
shock or electrocution if misused.
If the generator is stored outdoors, unprotected from the weather,
check all of the electrical components on the control panel, before
each use. Moisture or ice can cause a malfunction or short circuit in
electrical components which could result in electrocution.
Using a generator or electrical appliance in wet conditions, such as
rain or snow, or near a pool or sprinkler system, or when your hands
are wet, could result in electrocution. Keep the generator dry.
Do not touch uninsulated portion of output coupler.
Risk of electrical shock.
The exhaust system gets hot enough to ignite some materials.
Keep the generator at least 3 feet (1 meter) away from buildings
and other equipment during operation.
Do not enclose the generator in any structure.
Keep flammable materials away from the generator.
The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot 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.
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GENERATOR SAFETY
Refuel With Care
Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode.
Allow the engine to cool if the generator has been in operation. Refuel
only outdoors in a well-ventilated area with the engine OFF. Do not
overfill the fuel tank. Never smoke near gasoline, and keep other
flames and sparks away. Always store gasoline in an approved
container. Make sure that any spilled fuel has been wiped up before
starting the engine.
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