Craftsman 580.327360 User manual

Operator'sManual
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HOURS: Man. =Fri. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (CT)
WARNING
Before usingthis product, readthis
manuaiand foiiow ali SafetyRules
and Operatinginstructions.
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manualy siga todas ias Reglasde
Seguridade Instrucciones de Uso.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, JL 68179 U.S.A.
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Part No. 202384GS Draft B (04/16/2007)

WARRANTY.................................... 2
SAFETYRULES ............................... 3-5
FEATURESAND CONTROLS....................... 6
ASSEMBLY................................... /-9
OPERATION................................ 1O-f3
SPECIFICATIONS............................... 14
MAINTENANCE.............................. 15-18
STORAGE .................................... 19
TROUBLESHOOTING............................ 20
NOTES .................................. 21 & 33
SCHEMATIC/WIRiNGDIAGRAM ................ 22-23
REPLACEMENTPARTS ....................... 24°32
EMISSIONSSYSTEMWARRANTY............... 34-35
ESPANOL.................................. 36°59
HOWTOORDERPARTS ................. BACKPAGE
One-Year FuMMWarranty on Craftsman Generator
If this generator fails dueto a defectin materiai or workmanship within oneyear from the dateof purchase,return it to any
Searsstore, other Craftsmanoutlet, or Sears Parts & RepairCenter in the United Statesfor free repair (or replacementif
repair proves impossible).
Additional One-YearLimitedWarranty on CraftsmanGenerator
Forthe second year from the dateof purchase,if any part ofthis generator faiis dueto a defect in material or workmanship, a
new part wiii be supplied free of charge.You must paythe labor cost if you wish to haveit installed.
Atiwarranty coverageappiiesfor only 90 days from date of purchase if this generator is usedfor commercial or rental
purposes. Oncea generatorhas experiencedcommercial or rental use, it shall thereafter be considered a commercial or rental
generatorfor the purpose of this warranty.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may atso haveother rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Ca., D/817WA, Haffman Estates, _L60179 U.S.A.
© SearsBrands, LLC

This isthe safety alert symbol, tt isused to alert youto potential personal injuryhazards.
Obeyall safety messages that fallow this symbamto avoid passibleinjuryor death.
Thesafety alert symbol (_) is usedwith a signal word
(DANGER,CAUTIOr/,WARNIr/G), a pictorial and/or a safety
messageto alert you to hazards.BANGERindicatesa hazard
which, if not avoided, wi//'result in deathor serious injury.
WARNINGindicatesa hazardwhich, if not avoided, could
result in deathor serious injury. CAUTIONindicatesa hazard
which, if not avoided, might result in minor or moderate
injury. NOTICEindicatesa situation that couId resuIt in
equipment damage.Foiiow safety messagesto avoid or
reducethe risk of injury or death.
WARNING
The eegine exhaust from this productcontains chemicals
known to the State of Ca(ifornia to cause cancer, birth
defects,orotherreproductiveharm.
Hazard Symbolsand IVleanings
DANGER
Contentsare HARMFULORFATALIF
SWALLOWED.Avoid contact to eyes,skin or
clothing. DONOTtake internaliy. Avoid breathing
the mist or vapor. Overexposureto eyes or skin
cancause irritation. Keepstabiiizer out of the
reachof children.
Fuetstabilizer is a hazardouschemical.**
°FreshStartTM fuelcapisdesignedto holdacartridgewhich
containsfuelstabilizer.
* IfSWALLOWEDcallphysicianimmediately.DONOTinduce
vomiting.If inhaledremovetofreshair. Incaseofeyeor skin
contact,flushwithwaterfor 15minutes.
o StoreLmopenedcartridgesina cool,dry wellventilatedarea.
Keepopencatridge infuelcap,andfuelcapclosedonfueltank
whennotin use.
o Inthecaseofanemergency,contacta physicianimrnediately
andcall1-800-424-9300forrnaterialsafetyinformation.
**Fuel stabilizer contains: 2,6-di-tret-butylphenol (128-39-2) andaliphatic petroleum
distillate (64742-47-8).
A_Explosion
B_Fire
C_E/ectricShock
D_ToxicFumes
E_Kickback
F_Hot Surface
@
G_h_ing Objects
H_Exp/'osivePressure
J_ChemicalBum
K_HazardousChemical
L_Moving Parts
M- ReadManual
Using a generator iedoors CAN KiLL YOU iN M|NUTES,
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide, This is
a poison you cannot see or smell,
NEVER use inside a home
or garage, EVEN mFdoors
and windows are open,
Only use OUTS|DE and
far away from windows,
doors, and vents,
WARNING
Running enginegives off carbon monoxide,an
odorless,cotorless, poison gas.
_ Breathingcarbon monoxide cancause headache,
fatigue, dizziness,vomiting, confusion, seizures,
nausea,fainting or death.
• OperategeneratorONLYoutdoors.
• Installabatteryoperatedcarbonrnonoxidealarrnnearthe
bedrooms.
• Keepexhaustgasfromenteringa corffinedareathrough
windows_doors,ventilationintakes,or otheropenings.
• DONOTstartor runengineindoorsor in anenclosedarea,
(evenifwir_dowsanddoorsareoper0 includingthegenerator
compa!tmentof arecreationalvehicle(RV).

WARNING
3enerator produces hazardous voltage.
Faiiure to isoiate generator from power utiiity can
result in death or injury to etectric utiiity workers
due to backfeed of electrical energy.
• Wben using generator for backuppower_notify utility company.
Use approvedtransfer equipment to isolate generator frorn
electric utility.
• Use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)in any damp or
bigbly conductive area,such as metaldeckingor steel work.
• DO NOTtouch barewires or receptacles.
o DO NOTuse generator with ebctrical cords which areworn,
frayed, bareor otherwise damaged.
• DO NOToperate generator in the rain or wet weather.
• DO NOTbandle generator or ebctrica! cords while standing in
water, while barefoot,or wbile hands or feet arewet.
• DO NOTallow unqualified persons or children to operate or
servicegenerator.
WARNING
Contactwith muffler areacan result in serious
burns.
Exhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibles,
structures or damagefuel tank causing a fire.
DONOTtouch hot parts and AVOIDbot exhaustgases.
• Allow equipmentto cool beforetouching.
• Keepat least5 feet (1.5 m) of clearanceon all sidesof
generator including overhead.
• Codeof FederalRegulation (CFR)Title 36 Parks,Forests,and
Public Property require equipment poweredby an internal
combustion engineto haveaspark arrester, rnaintainedin
effectiveworking order, complying to USDAForestseP,dce
standard 5100-10 or laterrevision. Inthe Stateof California a
spark arresteris required under section4442 of the California
Public resourcescode. Otherstates may havesimilar laws.
WARNING
Starter and other rotating parts can entangie
hands, hair, ciothing, or accessories.
• NEVERoperate generator without protective housing or covers.
o DO NOTwear loose c!othing, jewelry'or anything that may'be
caught in the starter or other rotating parts.
o Tie up long hairand removejewelry'.
WARNING
Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) can result
in bodiiy injury. Kickback wiii puff hand and arm
_< toward engine faster than you can bt go.
Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains
could result.
• When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistanceis felt and
then pull rapidly'to avoid kickback.
• NEVERstart or stop enginewith electrica!devices plugged in
andturned on.
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns ordeath.
WNENADDING ORDRA_NINGFUEL
o Turn generator OFFandlet it cool at least2 rninutes before
removing fuel cap. Loosencap slowly to re%ve pressure in
tank.
• Fill or drain fuel tank outdoors.
o DONOToverfill tank. Allow spacefor fuel expansion.
• Iffue! spills, wait until it evaporatesbeforestarting engine.
o Keeprue!awayfrom sparks_open flames, pilot lights, beat,and
other ignition sources.
o DONOTlight acigarette or smoke.
WHENSTARTBNGEQUIPMENT
• Ensure sparkplug_muffler, fue! cap, andair charier are in place.
o DONOTcrank enginewith sparkplug removed.
WNENOPERATmNGEQUmPLNIENT
• DONOTtip engine or equipment at anglewbich causesfuel to
spill.
o This generator is not for usein rnobileequipment or rnarine
applications.
WNENTRANSPORTINGORREPAIRmNGEQUmPI_IENT
• Transport/repair witb fuel tank EMPTYor with fuel shutoff valve
OFF.
• Disconnectspark plug wire.
WNENSTORmNGFUELOR EQUmPIVlENTWITH FUELiN TANK
o Store away'from furnaces, stoves,water heaters,clothes dryers,
or other appliances that bavepilot light or other ignition source
becausethey can ignite fuel vapors.
WARNING
This generator does not rneetU. S. CoastGuard Regulation
33CFR-183and should not beused on rnarineapplications.
Failure to usethe appropriate U. S. CoastGuard approved
generator could result in death or serious iniury and/or
property damage.

WARNING
Unintentionaisparking can result in fire or
electric shock.
WHENADJUSTINGOR[VIAKINOREPAIRSTOYOURGENERATOR
, Disconnectthesparkplugwirefromthesparkplugandplace
thewirewhereit camotcontactsparkplug.
WHEN TESTINGFOR ENGINESPARK
• Useapprovedsparkplugtester.
o DONOTcheckforsparkwithsparkplugremoved.
CAUTION
Excessively high operating speeds increase risk of injury
and damage to generator.
Excessively low speeds impose a heavy load.
DO NOTtamper with governed speed.Generatorsupplies
correct rated frequency and voltage when running at governed
speed.
DO NOTmodify generator in anyway.
NOTICE
Exceeding generators wattage/amperage capacity can
damage generator and/or eiectricai devices connected to it.
DONOTexceedthe generator's wattage/amperage capacity, See
Don't OverloadGeneratorin the Operationsection.
Stat generator and letengine stabilize beforeconnecting
ebctrical loads,
Connectebctrical loads in OFFposition, thenturn ONfor
operation.
Turn electricalloads OFFand disconnect from generator before
stopping generator.
NOTICE
Improper treatment of generator can damage it and
shorten its iife.
Use generator only for intended uses,
Ifyou havequestions about intended use,ask dealeror contact
local servicecenter.
Operategenerator only on level surfaces.
DONOTexposegenerator to excessivemoisture, dust, dirt, or
conosive vapors.
DONOTinsert any obiects through cooling slots.
Ifconnected devices overheat_turn them off anddisconnect
them from generator.
Shut off generator if:
-electrical output is lost;
-equipment sparks, smokes, or emits flames;
-unit vibrates excessively.

KnowYourGenerator
ii_._-! I Read the Operator's Manual and safety rules before operating your generator,
.... Comparethe illustrations with your generatorto familiarize,'ourseif with the locations of various controls and
adjustments. Savethis manualfor future reference.
A =120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacles -- May be
usedto suppiy eiectricai power for the operation of
120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, single phase,60 Hzelectrical,
lighting, appliance,tooi, and motor ioads.
B-Air Cmeaner-- Protects engine by fiitering dust and
debris out of intake air.
C=Choke Lever-- Usedwhen starting a cold engine.
D - Data Tag -- Provides modei, revision, and serial number
of generator. Pleasehavethese readilyavailablewhen
calling for assistance.
EoCiroait Breakers (AC)-- Push-to-reset circuit breakers
are providedto protectthe generatoragainst electrical
overload.
F - Engine Identification -- Provides model, type and code
of engine. Pleasehavethese readilyavailableif calling for
assistance.
G =Fael Tank-- Capacityof four (4) U,S,galIons (15 L),
R oFael Valve -- Usedto turn fuel supply on and off to
engine,
J - Greanding Fastener -- Consultyour iocai agency having
jurisdiction for grounding requirements in your area,
K =Oil Drain Plag -- Drainengine oiI here,
L - Oil Fill Cap-- Checkand fiii engine with oil here.
Nio Recoil Starter -- Usedto start the engine,
N - Racker Switch -- Setthis switch to "On" before using
recoii starter. Setswitch to "Off" to stop engine.
P - Spark Arrestor Maffler -- Exhaustmuffler iowers engine
noiseand is equipped with a spark arrestor screen.
R - StatStationTM -- Dispiaysthe nominat ioad on generator
based on output frequency. It also hasa built in
maintenancereminder,

YourCraftsmangeneratorrequiressomeassemblyandis
readyforuseonlyafterithasbeenproperlyservicedwiththe
recommendedoilandfuel.
tfyouhaveanyproblemswiththeassemblyofyour
generator,please call the generator helpliee at
1o800o222o3t36.
UnpackGenerator
1. Setthe carton on a rigid, fiat surface.
2. Removeeverything from carton exceptgenerator.
3. Opencarton completely by cutting eachcorner from top
to bottom.
4. Leavegenerator on carton to install wheel kit.
CartonContents
Checkaii contents against those listed below:
oMain unit
o Engineeli
oOperator's manuai
o Wheelkit
oAdaptercord set
If any parts are missing or damaged,call the generator
helpline at 1=800=222=3136.
Install Wheel Kit
NOTE:Wheelkit is not intended for over-the-road use. DO
NOTtow this unit with a motorized vehicle.
You wiii needthe foiiowing toois to install these
components:
o 13mm wrench
o Socketwrench with a 13mm socket
o Piiers
. Safetygiasses
Install the Wheel Kit as Felbwa:
1. Tip generatorso that engine end is up.
2. Slide axie (A) througil both mounting brackets.
3. Placea wheel (B) on eachside as shown.
4. Placeawasher (C)on axleand then placean e=ring(O)
in axiegroove.
5. Instati e=ringwith pliers, squeezingfrom top of e=ringto
bottom of axle.
CAUTION
E=ringscancause eyeinjury.
E=ringscanspring back and become airborne
when instaiiing or removing.
o Alwaysweareyeprotectionwheninstalling/removinge-rings.
6. Repeatsteps 4 and 5 to secure second wheel.
7. Tip generatorso that engine side is down.
8. Line up hobs in support leg (E) with hobs in generator
frame.
9. Attach support ieg using two short capscrews (M8 x
16 mm) (F) and two iocking hex nuts (G).Tighten with
a 13 mm socket and wrench.
10. Returngenerator to normal operating position (resting
on wheels and support leg).

BeforeStarting the Generator
Add Engine Oil
1. Placegeneratoron a level surface.
2. Cleanareaaround oiI fili and removeyetiow oiI filI cap.
NOTE:Seethe section Oi/to review oii recommendations.
Verify provided oii bottle is correct viscosity for current
ambient temperature.
3. Using oiIfunnet (optional), slowly pour entire contents
of provided oil bottle (18 oz.)into oil fill opening.
NOTICE
Improper treatment of generator can damageit and
shorten its life.
DONOTattempttocrankor starttheenginebeforeit hasbeen
properlyservicedwiththerecommendedoil.Thisrnayresultin
anenginefailure.
4. Replaceoil fill cap and fully tighten.
Add Fuel
Fuel must meet these requirements:
, Clean,fresh, unleadedgasoiine.
o A minimum of 87 octane/87AKi (91 RON).Highaltitude
use, see HighA/titude.
, Gasolinewith up to 10% ethanoi (gas@@ or up to
15% MTBE(methyl tertiary butyl ether) is acceptable.
NOTICE
Avoid generatordamage.
Faiiureto foiiow Operator's Manualfor fuel
recommendations voids warrant},.
DONOTuseunapprovedgasolinesuchasE85.
DONOTmixoil in gasoline.
DONOTrnodifyengineto runonalternatefuels.
To protect the fuel system from gum formation, mix in a fuel
stabiiizer when adding fuel. See Storage.AIi fuei is notthe
same. if you experiencestarting or performance problems
after using fuel, switch to a different fueI provider or change
brands. This engine is certified to operateon gasoline. The
emission control system for this engine is EM (Engine
Modifications).
WARNING
Fueland its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive.
Fireor explosion cancause severe burns or
death.
WHENADDINGFUEL
, TurngeneratorOFFandletitcoolatleast2 rninutesbefore
removingfuelcap.Loosencapslowlyto relievepressurein
tank.
• Fillfue!tankoutdoors.
, DONOToverfilltank.Allowspaceforfuelexpansion.
• Iffue!spills,waituntilit evaporatesbeforestartingengine.
, Keepfuelawayfrom sparks_openflames,pilotlights,heat,and
otherignitionsources.
, DONOTlightacigaretteor smoke.
1. Cteanareaaround fuei fiii cap, removecap.
2. Slowly add unieadedgasoline (A) to fuel tank (B). Be
careful not to overfill=Allow about 1.5"(4 cm) of tank
space (C) for fuel expansion. ;@
3. Instail fuei cap and let any spifled fuel evaporate before
starting engine.

FreshStartTM Fuel Cap
Adding fuel preserver helps keepfuel fresh and carburetors
cleanfor easierstarting, aii season iong. This newfuel cap
automatically drips concentrated fuel preserver into your fuel
tank.
DANGER
Contentsare HARMFULORFATALiF
_ WALLOWED.Avoid contact to eyes,skin or
ciothing. DONOTtake internaliy. Avoid breathing
the mist or vapor. Overexposureto eyesor skin
can cause irritation. Keepstabiiizer out of the
reachof chiidren.
Fuelstabilizer is a hazardouschemical.**
•If SWALLOWED,ca!lphysicianimmediately.
oInthecaseofanemergency',contacta physicianimmediately
andcall1-800-424-9300foFmaterialsafetyinformation.
• *Fuel stabilizer contains: 2,6-di-tret-butylpheno[ (128-39-2) and aliphatic petroleum
distillate (64742-47-8).
1, Placecartridge into fuel cap.
/ /
2, Pushto "snap" cartridge into place,
3, Removetab to expose membrane.
IMPORTANT:DONOTremove the silvei foil seal oll the
opposite side.
4. ReinstalIfuel cap on fuel tank.
I
5. Periodicaiiy checkthe cartridge to ensurettlere is stiil
fuel preserver inside. If it is empty, removecartridge
and replace.
High Altitude
At aititudes over 5,000 feet (1524 meters), a minimum
85 octane /85 AKt (89 RON)gasoline is acceptable.To
remainemissions compliant, high aititude adjustment is
required. Operationwithout this adjustment wiii cause
decreasedperformance, increasedfuel consumption, and
increasedemissions. Seea qualified Searsdeaierfor high
attitude adjustment information. Operationof the engine at
altitudes beiow 2,500 feet (762 meters)with the high altitude
kit is not recommended.

Howto UseYourGenerator
If you haveany problems operatingyour generatorafter
readingthe manual, pleasecall the generator helpline at
1o800o222o3136.
SystemGround
Thegenerator hasa system ground that connects the
generatorframe components to the ground terminais on the
A6 output receptacies.Thesystem ground is connectedto
the ACneutral wire (the neutraI is bonded to the generator
frame).
Special Requirements
Theremay be Federalor StateOccupationalSafetyand
HealthAdministration (OSHA)reguIations, locat codes, or
ordinancesthat applyto the intended useof the generator.
PieaseconsuIt a qualified electrician, electrical inspector, or
the local agency havingjurisdiction.
o In some areas,generators are required to be registered
with ioca)utiiity companies.
o If the generator is usedat a construction site, there may
be additional regulations which must be observed.
¥(IImT__l([__ (l
Connecting to a Buiiding's Electrical System
6onnections for standby power to a buiiding's electrical
system must be madeby a qualified electrician. The
connection must isoiate the generator power from utiiity
power, and must comply with ai) appiicab)elaws and
e)ectrica(codes.
WABN(NG
Generatorproduces hazardousvoltage.
Failureto isolate generator from power utility can
result in deathor injury to electric utility workers
dueto backfeedof electrical energy.
o Whenusinggeneratorfor backuppower notifyutilitycornpany.
Useapprovedtransferequiprnenttoisolategeneratorfrorn
electricutility.
• Useagroundfaultcircuitinterrupter(GFC))in anydampor
MgMyconductivearea,suchasmetaldeckingor steelwork.
• DONOTtouchbarewiresor receptacles.
o DONOTusegeneratorwithelectricalcordswhichareworn,
frayed_bareor otherwisedamaged.
• DONOToperategeneratorintherainorwetweather.
• DONOThandlegeneratoror electricalcordswhilestandingin
water,wMlebarefoot,or whilehandsorfeetarewet.
• DONOTallowunqualifiedpersonsor childrento operateor
servicegenerator.
Generator Location
Generator Clearance
WABNING
_,_5 jExhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibles,
_structures or damagefuel tank causing a fire.
Keepatleast5 ft. (1.5rn)clearanceonall sidesof generator
includingoverhead.
Macegenerator outdoors in an areathat wiii not accumulate
deadlyexhaustgas. DONOTplacegenerator whereexhaust
gas (A) could accumulate and enter inside or be drawn into a
potentiaiiy occupied buiiding. Ensureexhaustgas is kept
away from anywindows, doors, ventiiation intakes, or other
openingsthat can aiiow exhaustgasto coiiect in a confined
area. Prevaiiingwinds and air currents should be taken into
consideration when positioning generator.
Using a generator indoors CAN KiLL YOU IN MINUTES,
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide, This is
apo(son you cannot see or smell,
A,
NEVER use inside a home
or garage, EVENiF doors
and windows are open,
Onmyuse OUTS(DEand
far away from windows,
doors, and vents,
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ToStart The Engine
DisconnectalI electrical loadsfrom the generator. NEVER
start or stop engine with electrical devicespiugged in and
turned ON. Foilow start instruction steps in numerical order:
I. Make sure unit is on a levelsurface.
IMPORTANT:Failureto start and operateunit on a Ievei
surfacewiii cause the unit not to start or shut down during
operation.
2. Turn fueI vaiveto "On" position. Fueivalvehandle
should bevertical (pointing toward ground) for fuel to
flow.
WARNING
Contactwith muffler areacan result in serious
burns.
_ Exhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibies,
structures or damagefue! tank causing a fire.
o
®
o
DONOTtouch hotpartsandAVOIDhotexhaustgases.
Allowequipmentto coolbeforetouching.
Keepatleast5 feet(1.5m)of clearanceonall sidesof
generatorincludingoverhead.
Codeof FederalRegulation(CFR)Title36 Parks,Forests,and
PublicPropertyrequireequipmentpoweredbyaninternal
combustionengineto haveasparkanester,maintainedin
effectiveworkingorder,complyingto USDAForestservice
standard5100-1Cor laterrevision.IntheStateofCaliforniaa
sparkarresterisrequiredundersection4442oftheCaBornia
Publicresourcescode.Otherstatesrnayhavesimilarlaws.
3. Placechoke lever in "Choke" position.
4. Set rocker switch to "On" position.
5. Grasprecoil handb and pull slowly until slight
resistance is felt. Then pull rapidly to start engine.
WARNING
Startercord kickback(rapid retraction) can result
n bodiiy injury=Kickbackwiii puff handand arm
!oward engine fasterthanyou can ietgo.
Brokenbones, fractures, bruises, or sprains
souid result.
o Whenstartingengine,pullcordslowly'untilresistanceisfelt and
thenpullrapidlytoavoidkickback.
• NEVERstartorstopenginewith ebctricaldevicespluggedin
andturnedon.
IMPORTANT:If enginefloods, placechoke leverin "Run"
position and crank untii engine starts.
6. Move choke bver to "Run" position a short distanceat
a time over severaiseconds in warm weather or
minutes in cold weather.Let engine run smoothty
before eachchange.Operatewith choke in "Run"
position.
NOTE:if engine starts after 3 pulls but faiis to run, or if unit
shuts down during operation, makesure unit is on a ievel
surfaceand checkfor proper oil bvei in crankcase.This unit
may beequipped with a iow oii protection device.If so, oil
must be at proper levelfor engineto start.
Concocting Electrical Loads
o Letthe engine stabilizeand warm up for a few minutes
after starting=
o DONOTconnect240Voitioadsto 120Voltreceptacles=
o DONOTconnect 3-phase ioadsto the generator=
o DONOTconnect 50 Hzioadsto the generator=
o Plug in and turn on the desired 120 Volt AC, singb
phase,60 HertzetectrbaI loads.
o DONOTOVERLOADTHEGENERATOR.SeeDon't
OverloadGenerator.
NOTICE
Exceedinggeneratorswattage/amperagecapacity can
damagegeneratorand/or electrical devicesconnectedto it.
DONOTexceedthegenerator'swattage/amperagecapacity.See
DonYOverloadGeneratorinthe Operationsection.
Startgeneratorandletenginestabilizebeforeconnecting
electricalloads.
Connectelectricalloadsin OFFposition_thenturn ONfor
operation.
TurnelectricalloadsOFFanddisconnectfromgeneratorbefore
stoppinggenerator.
Stopping the Engine
1= Turn off and unplug aii eiectricai ioads from unit=
NEVERstart or stop enginewith ebctrbai devices
ptuggedin andturned on=
2= Letengine run at no=ioadfor two minutesto stabilize
unit's internal temperatures=
3= Move rocker switch to "Off" position=
4= Move fuel valveto "Off" position=
i wAR.a.G
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CordSets and Receptades
Useonty high quality, welI=insuhted, grounded extension
cords with the generator's 120 Vott duplex receptacle.
Inspectextension cords before eachuse.
Checkthe ratings of aii extensioncords beforeyou usethem.
Extensioncord sets usedshould be ratedfor 125Volt AC
loads at 20 Amps or greaterfor most ebctricai devices.
Some devices,however, may not require this type of
extensioncord. Checkthe operator's manuals of those
devicesfor the manufacturer's recommendations.
Keepextensioncords as short as possible to minimize
voltage drop.
WARNING
Overloadedelectrical cords can overheat,arc,
and burn resulting in death, bodily injury, and/or
property damage.
• ONLYusecordsratedforyourloads,
o Followallsafetiesonebctricalcords,
120 Vott AC,20 Amp, Duplex Receptacles
Eachduplex receptacb is protectedagainst overloadby a
pushoto-resetcircuit breaker.
Useeach receptacleto operate120 Volt AC,singb°phase,
60 HzelectricaI ioads requiring up to 2,400 watts (2.4 kW) at
20 Amps of current. Usecord sets that are ratedfor 125 Volt
AC loadsat 20 Amps (or greater).
NOTICE
Receptaciesmay be marked with rating value greaterthan
generator output capacity.
NEVERattemptto poweradevicerequirir_grnoreamperage
thangeneratoror receptaclecansupply.
DONOToverloadthegeneratorSeeDon'tOverloadGenefato£
GeneratorAdapter CordSet
Thegenerator comes with a 25' generatoradaptercord set
designedto provide two sets of 120 Voit, 20 Amp outlets
from one 120 Volt, 20 Amp duplex receptacb.
The maximum ioad on eachoutlet is 20 Amps. The maximum
total ioad on both black wire outiets or white stripe wire
outlets is 20 Amps.
NOTE:Foliowaii safety precautions when connecting any
extension cord or deviceto the generator.
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Don't OveHoadGenerator
Capacity
You must make sureyour generator cansupply enough rated
(running) and surge (starting) watts for the items you will
power at the sametime. Foiiowthese simpie steps:
1. Selectthe items you wiii power at the same time.
2. Totai the rated (running) watts of these items. This is
the amount of power your generator must produce to
keepyour items running.
3. Estimate how many surge (starting) watts you wiii need.
Surge wattage isthe short burst of power neededto
start eiectric motor=driventools or appiiancessuch as a
circular saw or refrigerator. Becausenot aii motors start
atthe sametime, totai surge watts can be estimated by
adding onlythe item(s) with the highest additional
surge watts to the total ratedwatts from step 2.
Example:
Tool or Appliance
Window Air
Conditioner
Refrigerator
DeeB Freezer
Television
Light (75 Watts)
Rated
(Running) Watts
1200
800
50O
50O
75
3075 Total
Running Watts
Total Rated(Running) Watts
HighestAdditional Surge Watts
Total GeneratorOutput Required
Additional Surge
(Starting) Watts
1800
1600
500
1800 Highest
Surge Watts
=3075
= I BOO
=4875
NOTE:Therated (running) watts cannot exceed3600. Also,
giventhe 3600 watt rated iimit, additional surge (starting)
watts cannot exceed5300.
Power Management
To proiong the iife of your generator and attacheddevices, it
is important to take carewhen adding electrical ioads to your
generator. Thereshould be nothing connectedto the
generator outiets before starting it's engine.Thecorrect and
safe way to managegenerator power is to sequentiallyadd
loads asfollows:
1. With nothing connectedto the generator, start the
engine as describedin this manual.
2. Hug in and turn on the first ioad,preferably the largest
load you have.
3. Permit the generatoroutput to stabiiize (engine runs
smoothly and attached deviceoperates properly).
4. Hug in and turn on the next ioad.
5. Again, permit the generatorto stabiiize.
6. Repeatsteps 4 and 5 for eachadditional load.
NEVERadd more loadsthan the generator capacity.Take
speciai careto consider surge loads in generatorcapacity,as
describedabove.
Tool or Appliance
Essentials
L_ht Bulb -75 watt
Deep Freezer
Sump Pump
Refrigerator/Freezer- 18 Cu. FL
Water Well Pump- 1/3 HP
Heating/Cooling
Window AC -10,000BTU
Window Fan
Furnace Fan Blower- 1/2 HP
Kitchen
Microwave Oven-1000Watt
Coffee Maker
Electric Stove - Sinqle Element
Hot Plate
Family Room
DVD/CD Player
VCR
Stereo Receiver
Color Television -27"
Personal Computer w/17"
monitor
Other
Security Svstem
AM/FM Clock Radio
Garage Door Opener -1/2 HP
Electric Water Heater -40
Gallon
DIY/Job Site
Quartz HaloqenWork Light
Airless Sprayer- 1/3 HP
Reciprocating Saw
Electric Drill- 1/2 HP
Circular Saw-7 1/4"
Miter Saw-10"
Table Planer-6"
TableSaw/RadialArmSaw-10"
Air Compressor -1-1/2 HP
*Wattages listed are approximateonly.
appliancefor actual wattage.
Additional
Rated*
(Running) Surge
Watts (Starting)
Watts
75
500 500
800 1200
800 1600
1000 2000
1200 1800
300 600
800 1300
1000
1500
1500
2500
100
100
45O
50O
8O0
180
30O
480 520
4000
1000
600 1200
960 960
1000 1000
1500 1500
1800 1800
1800 1800
2000 2000
2500 2500
Checktool or
13

EngineTechnicaMinformation
This is a singb cylinder, overheadvalve (OHV),air cooled
engine, it is a iow emissions engine.
Inthe Stateof California, ModeiSeries 120000 enginesare
certified by the CaliforniaAir ResourcesBoardto meet
emissions standardsfor 125 hours. Suchcertification does
not grant the purchaser,owner or operator of this engine any
additional warranties with respectto the performance or
operational iife of this engine.Theengine is warranted sobly
according to the product and emissions warranties stated
elsewherein this manual.
PowerRatings
Thegross power rating for individual gas engine modeIsis
labeledin accordancewith SAE(Societyof Automotive
Engineers)codeJ1940 (SmaIIEngine Power & Torque
Rating Procedure),and rating performance hasbeen
obtained andcorrected in accordancewith SAEJ1995
(Revision2002-05). Torquevalues are derived at3060 RPM;
horsepower vaIuesare derivedat 3600 RPM.Actual gross
engine power wiii be Iower and is affected by, among other
things, ambient operating conditions and engine-to-engine
vadabiiity. Givenboth the wide array of products on which
enginesare ptacedand the variety of environmentaI issues
applbabie to operatingthe equipment, the gas engine will not
developthe ratedgross power when used in a given pieceof
power equipment (actual "on=site"or net power). This
difference is due to a variety of factors including, but not
limited to, accessories (air cleaner, exhaust,charging,
cooiing, carburetor, fuel pump, etc.), appiication iimitations,
ambient operating conditions (temperature,humidity,
altitude), and engine-to-engine variabiiity. Dueto
manufacturing and capacity iimitations, Briggs & Stratton
maysubstitute an engine of higher ratedpower for this
Seriesengine.
Product Specifications
Wattage ........................ 3,600 Watts (3.6kW)
Starting Wattage ................. 5,300 Watts (5.3kW)
RatedAC Voltage.......................... 120 Volts
RatedA6 Current
at 120 Volts ........................ 30.0 Amperes
RatedFrequency ................... 60 Hzat 3600 rpm
Phase ................................ Single Phase
FueiCapacity ......................... 4 U.S.galions
Shipping Weight ........................... 127 Ibs.
Engine Specifications
Bore .............................. 2.69 in. (68mm)
Stroke ............................. 2.20 in. (56ram)
Dispiacement ...................... 12.57 in. (206 cc)
SparkPlug
Type: .................... Briggs & Stratton 491055
SetGapTo: .................... O.030inch(0.76mm)
Armature Air Gap: ........ 0.010=0.014in. (0.25=0.36mm)
Valveclearancewith valvesprings installed and piston 1/4 in.
(6 ram) past top dead center (check whenengine is cold).
Intake ................. 0.004=0.006in. (0.10=0.15ram)
Exhaust ............... 0.009=0.011in. (0.23=0.28ram)
Oil Capacity .................... 20 Ounces(0.6 Liters)
NOTE:Forpracticai operation, the generator load should not
exceed 85% of rated wattage. Enginepower wiii decrease
3-I/2% for each1,000 feet (300 meters) abovesea leveland
1% for each 10° F(5.6° C) above77° F(25° C). It shouId
operatesatisfactorily at an angb up to 15°.
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Maintenance Schedule
Foiiowthe houriy or calendarintervals, whichever occurs first.
Morefrequent service is required when operating in adverseconditions noted below.
MAmNTENANCESCHEDULE
FILL IN DATESAS YOU COMPLETE
REGULARSERVICE
MAINTENANCETASK
Checkoil level
Cleandebris
Change engine oil
Service air cleaner
Service spark plug
Service spark arrester
Cleancooling system
Preparefor storage
Before
EachUse
X
X
SERVICEDATES
I Every25 Hours
or Yearly
X 2
Every50 Hours
or Yearly
X 1
If unit is to remain idle for longer than 30 days.
Every100 Hours
or Yearly
X
X
X2
SERVICEDATES
Change oil after the first (5) operating hours and every 50 hours or every year, whichever occurs first, thereafter,
Change sooner when operating under dirty or dusty conditions,
2 Replacemore often under dirty or dusty conditions,
General Recommendations
Regularmaintenancewiii improve the performanceand
extendthe life of the generator. Seeany Searsor other
qualified dealerfor service.
Thegenerator's warranty doesnot cover items that have
been subjectedto operator abuseor negligence.To receive
fuIi valuefrom the warranty, the operator must maintain
generatoras instructed in this manual.
Someadjustments wiii needto be madeperiodicafly to
properly maintain your generator.
AII serviceand adjustments should be madeat least once
eachseason.Follow the requirementsin the Maintenance
Schedu/echart above.
NOTE:Oncea year you should clean or replacethe spark
plug and replacethe air filter. A new spark plug and clean air
filter assure proper fuePair mixture and help your engine run
better and last longer.
EmissieBs Control
Maintenance,repiacementor repair of the emissions control
devicesand systems may be performed by any non=road
engine repair establishment or individual.
Generator iVlaintenance
Generatormaintenanceconsists of keepingthe unit cban and
dry. Operateand store the unit in a cleandry environment
whereit wilI not be exposedto excessivedust, dirt, moisture
or anycorrosive vapors. Coolingair slots in the generator
must not becomecloggedwith snow, leaves,or any other
foreign material.
Checkthe cleanlinessof the generator frequently and clean
when dust, dirt, oii, moisture or other foreign substancesare
visible on its exterior surface.
NOTE:DONOTusea garden hoseto cleangenerator. Water
can enterthe engine fuei system and causeproblems, in
addition, if water enters the generatorthrough cooiing air
slots, some of the water wiii be retainedin voids and cracks
of the rotor and stator winding insulation. Water and dirt
buiidup on the generator internai windings wiii eventually
decreasethe insuiation resistance of these windings.
Generater Cleaning
Daiiy or before use,clean accumulated debrisfrom
generator. Keepiinkage,spring and controis clean. Keeparea
around and behind muffler free from anycombustibie debris.
Inspect cooiing air slots and openings on the generator.
Theseopenings must be kept clean and unobstructed.
Generatorparts shouid be kept cteanto reducethe risk of
overheating and ignition of accumulated debris.
o Usea damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces ciean.
NOTICE
Improper treatment of generator candamageit and
shorten its life.
DONOTexposegeneratorto excessivernoisture,dusLdirL or
corrosivevapors.
DONOTinsertanyobjectsthroughcoolingslots.
o Usea soft bristle brush to ioosen caked on dirt, off,etc.
o Useavacuumcleanerto pickup loosedirt and debris.
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TheStatStationTM displaysthe nominai ioad on generator
basedon output frequency. It also has a built in maintenance
reminder.
Wattage Monitor Operatian
Thedispiay is two seven-segmentLEDsthat provide an easy-
to-read indication of the amount of power being suppiied by
the generator. Theioad monitor displays the generator's
output as a percentage.
As generatorioad increases,the dispiay vaiues wiii increase.
Whenthe dispiayedvalues begin flashing, the user should
stop adding electricaI ioads to the generator.
If the power usagebecomestoo higI1,the ietters "OL" (for
Over Load)will flash on the display. The usershould reduce
the amount of load attachedto the generator.
_laintenanee Reminder
The LEDwill display certain codes to aiert you to check oii,
changeoff,check or replaceair fiiter and checkor replace
spark piug. Thefoliowing codes wiii display:
"C1" Checkoii at 8 hour increments
"C2" Changeoil at 50 hour increments
"C3" Checkor repiaceair fiiter at 25 hour increments
"C4" Checkor repiacespark piug at 100 hour increments
Totake advantage ofthe StatStation "maintenance reminder"
capabilities, tile user must press tile resetbutton after
compbting the maintenancecatied for in the dispiayedcode
(Cl, C2, C3, or C4). This results in a display of "Co" or "CA",
depending on how iong the button is pressed:
1) "Co" = Pressingthe reset button oncequickiy wiii
display "Co"(clearingto zero). This wilI clear any
maintenancecodes that haveelapsed up to that point
and they wiii begin timing againfrom zero.
2) "CA" - Pressing and honing the resetbutton for
2 seconds wilI display "CA"(clearing all). This clearsalI
maintenancecodes, evenif they havenot yet reached
their service point, and they will begin timing again
from zero.
If nominal Ioadand maintenancecodes appear
simuItaneously,the LEDshall display,alternately, the
nominal Ioadand codeas follows:
Thecode wilI display for 3 seconds, then 1/2 second off. The
load will display for 6 seconds and then 1/2 second off.
EngineMaintenance
WARNING
Unintentionaisparking can result in fire or
electricshock.
WHEN ADJUSTINGOR [VIAKmNGREPAIRSTOYOUR GENERATOR
,Disconnectthesparkplugwirefromthesparkplugandplace
thewirewhereit cannotcontactsparkplug.
WHEN TESTINGFORENGINESPARK
,Useapprovedsparkplugtester.
• DONOTcheckforsparkwithsparkplugremoved.
oim
Oil Recommendations
NOTE:Usea Ngh quality detergent oiI ciassified "For Service
SF,SG,SH, SJ" or higher. DONOTusespecial additives.
1. Choosea viscosity according to the table below:
104 F ,w.__ !
86
68
5O
32
14
4
-22
40 C
o 30
20
10
_ 0
-10
-20
-30
NOTE:Synthetic oii meeting iLSACGF-2,APi certification
mark and API servicesymbol with "SJ/CFENERGY
CONSERVING"or higiler, is an acceptabieoii ataii
temperatures. Use of synthetic oil does not alter required oil
change intervals.
SAE38: 40°Fand h,L@er(5°6 and higher) is good for alI
purpose useabove40°F, usebelow 40% will causehard
starting.
t0W-30:0 to IO0°F (-18 to 38°C) is better for varying
temperature conditions. This viscosity improves cold weather
starting, but may increaseoil consumption above80%
(27°6).
*Check oii ievel frequently at higher temperatures.
Synthetic 5W-38:=20 to 120°F(-30 to 40 °C)provides the
best protection at ati temperatures as weii as improved
starting with iess oii consumption.
5W-30: 40°F and below (5°C and bdovv) is recommended
for winter useand works best in cold conditions.
16

Checking Oil Level
Oii level should be checked prior to each useor at least every
5 hours of operation=Keepoii ievetmaintained.
1. Make suregenerator is on a ieve!surface=
2. Cleanareaaround oii fiii and remove oii fiii cap=
3. Verify oii is at tile point of overflowing at oil fill opening.
4. Replaceand tighten oil fill cap=
Adding Engine Oil
1. Make suregenerator is on a levelsurface.
2. Check oii ieveias described in CheckingOffLevel
3. If needed,siowiy pour oii into oil fill opening to the
point of overflowing at oil %.
4. Replaceand tighten oil fill cap.
Changing Engine Oil
Changethe oil after the first 5 hours of operation. Changeoil
every 50 hours thereafter, if you are using your generator
underextremely dirty or dusty conditions, or in extremely hot
weather,changethe oil more often.
CAUTION
or rep_
oil.
Usedmotoroil hasbeenshownto causeskincancerin certain
laboratoryanimaB
Thoroughlywashexposedareaswithsoapandwater
KEEPOUTOFREACHOFCHILDREN,DON'T
POLLUTE,CONSERVERESOURCE&RETURN
USEDOILTO COLLECTIONCENTERS.
4. Removeoil drain plug and drain oil completely into a
suitabie container.
5. Reinstailoil drain plug and tighten securely. Removeoil
fill cap.
6. Slowiy pour oiI (about 20 oz.) into oil filI opening (B) to
the point of overflowing (C)at oil fill cap. DONOT
overfill.
7. Reinstatioii fiii cap. Fingertigilten capsecurely.
8. Wipe up any spiiied oil.
Service Air Cleaner
Your engine wiil not run properiy and may be damagedif you
run it with a dirty air cleaner.
Repiacethe air cieanerevery 25 hours of operation or once
eachyear, whichever comes first. Repiacemore often if
operating under dirty or dusty conditions.
To servicethe air cteaner,foiiow these steps:
1. Loosenscrews (A) and remove air cleanercover (B).
Changethe oil while the engine is still warm from running, as
foflows:
1. Make sure unit is on a levelsurface.
2. Disconnectthe spark piug wire from the spark piug and
placethe wire whereit cannot contact spark plug.
3. Cban areaaround oil drain ptug (A). Theoii drain plug
is located at baseof engine,opposite carburetor.
2, Carefullyremove cartridge (C)from base (O),
3. Instaii ctean (or new) air cieanerassembly inside cover.
Disposeof old fiiter properly.
4, Assembteair cleanercover onto baseand tighten
screws.
NOTE:You canpurchase new air cleaner elementsby calling
1=800=4=MY=HOME(46g°4663),
17

Clean/Replace SparkPlug
Changethe spark plug every 100 hours of operation or once
eachyear, whichevercomes first. This wifl help your engine
to start easierand run better.
1. Cleanareaaround spark piug.
2. Remove and inspect spark piug.
3. Checkelectrode gap with wire feeier gaugeand set
spark plug gap to 0.030 inch (O.76mm)if necessary.
4. Repiacespark piug if electrodesare pitted, burned or
porcelain is cracked. Use a recommended replacement
plug.
5. Install spark ptug and tighten firmly.
NOTE:You can purchasea newspark plug by caIling
l=800o4=MY=NOME(469-4663).
CleanSpark Attester Screen
Theengine exhaust muffler hasa spark arrester screen.
Inspectand cteanthe screen every 100 hours of operation or
once eachyear, whichever comes first.
NOTE:You can purchasea newspark attester screen by
calling l=800o4=MY=NOME(469o4663).
If you useyour generatoron any forest-covered, brush-
covered,or grass-coveredunimproved iand, it must havea
spark arrester.Thespark arrester must be maintainedin good
condition bythe owner/operator.
WARNING
Contactwith muffler areacan result in serious
burns.
Exhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibies,
structures or damagefuel tank causing a fire.
• DONOTtouchhotpartsandAVOIDhotexhaustgases.
• Allowequipmentto coolbeforetouching.
• Keepatleast5 feet(1.5m)ofclearanceonall sidesof
generatorincludingoverhead.
• Codeof FederalRegulation(CFR)Title36 Parks,Forests,and
PublicPropertyrequireequipmentpoweredbyan internal
combustionengineto haveasparkarrester,rnaintainedin
effectiveworkingorder,complyingto USDAForestservice
standard5100-1Cor laterrevision.IntheStateofCaliforniaa
sparkarresteris requiredundersection4442oftheCalifornia
Publicresourcescode.Otherstatesmayhavesimilarlaws.
(}lean and inspect the spark attester as fallows:
1. To removemufflerheatshield(A) from muffler (B),
removefour screwsthat connectguardto muffler bracket.
2. Removefour screwsthat attachspark attester screen(C).
3. Inspect screen and obtain a repiacementif torn,
perforated or otherwise damaged. DOriOT usea
defectivescreen, if screen is not damaged,cleanit with
commercial soivent.
4. Reattachscreenand muffler guard.
Air Coaling System
Overtime debris may accumulate in cyiinder cooiing fins and
cannot be observed without partial engine disassembly=For
this reason,we recommendyou havea Searsor other
quaiifiedservice deaiercleanthe cooiing system (A) per
recommendedintervais (see MaintenanceSchedub)=Equally
important is to keeptop of engine free from debris. See
GeneratorC/eaning=
Carburetor Adjustment
Thecarburetor on this engine is iow emission, it is equipped
with a non-adjustable idle mixture valve and governed idIe, if
equipped. Governedidte and top speed havebeenset atthe
factory, if adjustment is required,seeany Searsor other
ualified dealer.
CAUTION
Excessivelyhigh operatingspeeds increase risk of injury
and damageto generator.
Excessivelyiow speeds impose a heavyioad.
DONOTtamperwithgovernedspeed.Generatorsupplies
correctratedfrequency'andvoltagewhenrunningatgoverned
speed.
DONOTmodify'generatorinanyway'.
18

Thegeneratorshouldbestartedatleastonceeveryseven
daysandaiiowedtorunatieast30minutes,ifthiscannotbe
doneandyoumuststoretheunitformorethan30days,use
thefollowinginformationasaguidetoprepareitforstorage.
LongTerm Storage Instructions
It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in
essentiaifuei system parts, such asthe carburetor, fue! fiiter,
fuel hose or tank during storage. Aiso, experienceindicates
that aicohoI=blendedfuels (catied gasohol, ethanoi or
methanol) canattract moisture, which ieadsto separation
and formation of acids during storage. Acidic fuet can
damagethe fuel system of an engine while in storage.
WARNING
FueIand its vapors are extremely flammable and
expiosive.
Fireor explosion can causesevere burns or
death.
WHEN STORmNGFUELOR EQUIPMENTWiTHFUELmNTANK
*Storeawayfrom furnacesstoves,waterheaters,clothesdryers
or otherappliancesthat havepilotlightor otherignitionsource
becausetheycanignitefuelvapors.
WHEN DRAiNmNGFUEL
o TurngeneratorOFFandletitcoolat least2 minutesbefore
removingfuelcap.Loosencapslowlyto relievepressurein
tank.
o Drainfueltankoutdoors.
o Keepfuelawayfromsparks,openflarnes,pilotlights,heat,and
otherignitionsources.
, DONOTlighta cigaretteorsmoke.
ProtectFuelSystem
FuelPreserver:
FilIthe fueItank with fresh fuet allowing at least 1.5"of tank
spacefor fuel expansion as shown on page8, when using a
fuei preserver cartridge with the fresh start fuei cap. if onty
partiatiy fiiied, air in the tank wiii promote fuei deterioration
during storage. Engineand fuel canbe stored upto 6 months
with fuei preserver.
° Checklevelof fueI preserver cartridge. FueIpreserver is
dark in color.
° If cartridge is atmost empty or empty, repiacewith a
new fuei preserver cartridge following the instructions
in Fresh StartTMFuelCap.
If fueI preserver is not used, remove ali fuel from tank and
run engine until it stops from lack of fuel.
ChangeOil
Whiie engine isstill warm, drain oii from crankcase. Refill
with recommendedgrade. See ChangingEngine 0//'.
Oil Cylinder Sore
° Removespark plug and pour about 1 ounce (30mI) of
clean engine oil into the cylinder.
o Instati spark plug and crank slowly to distribute oil.
Generator
1. Cieangeneratoras out%ed in GeneratorC/'eaning.
2, Checkthat cooiing air siots and openings on generator
are open and unobstructed,
WARNING
Unintentionalsparking can resuit in fire or
electric shock,
o NEVERcrankenginewith sparkplugremoved.
Other Storage Tips
1=DONOTstore fueifrom oneseasonto another unlessit
hasbeentreated asdescribed in ProtectFuelSystem=
2= Repiacefuei can if it starts to rust=Contaminatedfuel
will cause engine problems=
3= If possible, store unit indoors and cover it to give
protection from dust and dirt=
4= Coverunit with a suitable protective cover that doesnot
retain moisture.
WARNING
covers can be flammable,
DONOTplaceastoragecoverovera hotgenerator.
Letequipmentcoolfora sufficienttimebeforeplacingthecover
ontheequiprnent.
5. Storegenerator in clean, dry area.
19

Probmem
Engine is running, hut no ACoutput is
availaMe.
Engine runs good at nooload hut "hogs
down" when loadsare connected.
Cause
f. One of the circuit breakers is open,
2. Faultin generator,
3. Poor connection or defective cord
set,
4. Connecteddeviceis bad.
,
2.
3.
4.
Short circuit in a connectedload. 1.
Enginespeedis too slow. 2.
Generatoris overloaded. 3.
Shorted generatorcircuit. 4.
1. RockerSwitch set to "Off".
2. FuelValveis in "Off" position.
3. Dirty air cleaner.
4. Out of fuel.
5. Stalefuel.
6. Spark plug wire not connectedto
Correction
1. Resetcircuit breaker.
2. ContactSearsservice facility.
3. Checkand repair.
4. Connectanother device that is in
good condition.
Disconnectshorted electricaI load.
ContactSearsservice faciiity.
SeeDon't OverloadGenerator.
ContactSearsservice facility.
1. Setswitch to "On".
2. Turn fuel valveto "Open"position.
3. Cleanor replaceair cleaner.
4. Fillfuei tank.
5. Drainfuel tank and carburetor; fill
with fresh fuel.
6. Connectwire to spark plug.
Engine will not start; or starts and runs
rough. spark piug.
7. Badspark piug.
8. Water in fuel.
9. Flooded.
7. Repiacespark plug.
8. Drainfuel tank and carburetor; fill
with fresh fuel.
9. Wait 5 minutes and re-crank
engine.
10. Excessiveiyrich fuel mixture.
11. Intakevalvestuck open or ciosed.
12. Enginehas lost compression.
Out of fuel.
10. ContactSearsservice faciiity.
11. ContactSearsservice faciiity.
12. ContactSearsservice facility.
Fiflfuel tank.
1. Load is too high.
2. Dirty air filter.
Carburetor is running too rich or too
lean.
Engine shuts down when running.
1. SeeDon't OverloadGeneratof:
Engine lacks power. 2. Replaceair filter.
Engine "hunts" or falters. ContactSears service facility.
2O