Chicago Electric 91523 User manual

GENERATOR SET
6.5 HP - RECOIL START - 2600W/2800W RATED
Model 91523
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY,
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS
AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
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Item Description
VAC
Electrical Requirements Current Output: 110/120 Volts @ 20 AMP’s 60 Hz
Continuous/Rated Wattage: 2600
Peak Wattage: 2800
Two 110/120 VAC, 3-Prong Grounding Outlets
One 23 AMP Circuit Breaker
VDC
Electrical Requirements Current Output: 12 VDC @ 10 AMP’s
Voltmeter Equipped 0-150 Volts (50 Volt Increments)
Display Lights Red (Run)
Gasoline Engine 6.5 / Unleaded Gasoline Powered / Recoil Start
3600 RPM / 4-Cycle / OHV Air Cooled
196 CC Displacement
0.63 Quart (0.6 Liter) Oil Capacity
EPA Approved
Fuel Tank Capacity 3.96 Gallons (15 Liters) / Includes Fuel Gauge
Estimated Run Time 7.8 Continuous Operating Hours
Approx. Weight 112 Pounds
This product requires oil and fuel to be added before starting. Attempting to
start the engine without oil WILL ruin the engine and void the warranty.
BEFORE starting the engine, refer to the engine owner’s manual for engine
maintenance information.
SAVE THIS MANUAL
You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, operating, inspec-
tion, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts list and assembly diagram. Keep
your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover.
Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.
UNPACKING
When unpacking, check to make sure all the parts shown on the Parts Lists on pages
18 and 20 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.
CAUTION: THIS GENERATOR IS NOT INTENDED TO POWER SENSITIVE ELECTRONIC
EQUIPMENT (INCLUDING MEDICAL EQUIPMENT)WITHOUTTHE ADDITION OF AN APPROPRIATE
LINE CONDITIONER (SOLD SEPARATELY).

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA
1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas
invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the pres-
ence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Generators create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes.
3. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a generator.
Provide barriers or shields as needed.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
4. Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the
grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs. If the tools should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding
provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user.
5. Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If
the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not
fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not
change the plug in any way. Double insulation eliminates the need for the
three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system.
6. Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators,
ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your
body is grounded.

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7. Do not expose Generator to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a
generator will increase the risk of electric shock.
8. Do not abuse the Power Cord. Keep Power Cords away from heat, oil,sharp
edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged Power Cords immediately. Dam-
aged Power Cords increase the risk of electric shock.
9. When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord
marked“W-A”or“W”. These extension cords are rated for outdoor use, and
reduce the risk of electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
10. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when oper-
ating a generator. Do not use a generator while tired or under the influ-
ence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operat-
ing generators may result in serious personal injury.
11. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair.
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose
clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
12. Avoid accidental starting. Make sure the Power Switch is in its“OFF”
position, and disconnect the Spark PlugWire when not in use.
13. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the generator on. A
wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the generator may result
in personal injury.
14. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
15. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Wear ANSI approved
safety impact eye goggles. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
16. Do not force the generator. Use the Correct generator for your application.
The correct generator will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is
designed.
17. Do not use the generator if the Power Switch does not turn it on or off. Any
generator that cannot be controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous and must
be replaced.

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GENERATOR USE AND CARE
18. Make sure the Power Switch is in its“OFF”position and disconnect the
spark plug wire before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing the generator. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the generator accidentally.
19. Store idle generators out of reach of children and other untrained persons.
Generators are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
20. Maintain generators with care. Do not use a damaged generator. Tag dam-
aged generators “Do not use” until repaired.
21. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and
any other condition that may affect the generator’s operation. If damaged,
have the generator serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained generators.
22. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your
model. Accessories that may be suitable for one generator may become hazard-
ous when used on another generator.
SERVICE
23. Maintain labels and nameplates on the Generator and Engine. These carry
important information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor FreightTools for
a replacement.
24. Generator service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel.
Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk
ofinjury.
25. When servicing a generator, use only identical replacement parts. Follow
instructions in the “Inspection,Maintenance,And Cleaning” section of this
manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions
may create a risk of electric shock or injury.