Duracell DG65M-R62 Series User manual

Owner’s Manual
Instructions for Assembly, Testing, Operation, Servicing, and Storage.
Portable Gas Generator:
For Outdoor Use Only!
DG65M-R62
5000 Watt Rated
6000 Watt Surge
Owner’s Manual for
DG65M-R62 Series
Portable Generator

Welcome
Thank you for your purchase of this quality Duracell product. We wish you years of success using your
new portable generator. This machine is designed to supply electrical power and must be operated
outdoors only.
This manual contains general warnings about the risks of operating a portable generator and specific
warnings about the operation and maintenance of this particular portable generator. In addition, it
outlines important maintenance and storage procedures.
Please read it carefully before operating, maintaining, repairing, and storing your new portable generator.
Keep this owner’s manual handy so you can refer to it at any time. This owner’s manual and included
engine owner’s manual are considered a permanent part of the portable 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. IES reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time
without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever. No part of this publication may be
reproduced without written permission.
Thank you for your business.
WARNING:
READ and UNDERSTAND the Owner’s Manual completely before using this
portable generator.
Assemble, test and use only in accordance with the Owner’s Manual
instructions.
WEAR personal protective gear when filling, using, cleaning, and servicing the
portable generator.
DO NOT START the generator until you have read, understood, and followed
the instructions in this manual.
Improper use of the portable generator could result in serious injury or illness
to the operator or nearby persons/animals, and cause property damage.
Customer Service
Consult an Authorized Service Dealer regarding maintenance or repair procedures.
Please contact us with service-related questions regarding operating and assembling your new generator,
including parts you may be missing.
1-888-980-4938
[e-mail]
www.DuracellGenerators.com

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Retain for your records
Record your generator’s model number and serial number as well as the date you purchased the
generator below. This information can be found on the box and the product information label on the
generator, see sample below.
Retain this information for your records. You’ll need to refer to this information when ordering parts and
contacting customer service about maintaining your generator and its warranty.
Model number:
_________________________________________
Serial number:
__________________________________________
Date purchased:
________Month _____________Day _____________Year
Sample information label for DG65M-R62

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Table of Contents
Welcome .......................................................................................................................................................0
Customer Service......................................................................................................................................0
Important safety precautions.........................................................................................................................3
Generator Safety Labels:..........................................................................................................................4
Safety warnings.............................................................................................................................................6
Carbon Monoxide WARNINGS.................................................................................................................6
Electrical system WARNINGS ..................................................................................................................8
Burn and fire WARNINGS.........................................................................................................................8
Reference manual contains critical information........................................................................................9
Orientation to your generator........................................................................................................................9
Major components.....................................................................................................................................9
AC receptacles........................................................................................................................................10
Package contents....................................................................................................................................11
Unpacking and Assembly........................................................................................................................12
Select Suitable Location..........................................................................................................................17
Pre-operation check and Safety Rules .......................................................................................................19
Pre-operational Checks...........................................................................................................................22
Starting the Generator.................................................................................................................................25
Monitoring the fuel level ..........................................................................................................................26
Using caution when refueling the tank....................................................................................................26
Shutting Down the Generator..................................................................................................................27
Maintenance................................................................................................................................................27
Importance of maintenance.....................................................................................................................27
Maintenance safety precautions .............................................................................................................28
Maintenance schedule............................................................................................................................29
Engine Maintenance ...............................................................................................................................30
Emission Control System Information.........................................................................................................31
Storing and transporting your generator .....................................................................................................31
Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................................................................33
Generator Specifications: DG65M-R62 ......................................................................................................35
Wiring diagram DG65M-R62...................................................................................................................36
Parts list DG65M-R62:............................................................................................................................37
Contact information for Technical and Customer Assistance.....................................................................42
Wattage Reference Chart .......................................................................................................................43
Limited Warranty.........................................................................................................................................44

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Important safety precautions
This manual contains critical safety information. Please read the entire manual closely.
Because safety is paramount and using a generator carries significant responsibilities, we have outlined
warnings and the general hazards of operating generators. In addition, we have summarized the
recommended procedures for operating, repairing, maintaining, and storing your specific generator to
keep you and others safe.
It would be impossible for us to warn you of each risk and all of the hazards involved in the use of
generators. Therefore, it’s essential that you use your best judgment and take precautions when using,
maintaining, repairing, and storing your generator.
There are many safety warnings in this manual and on the generator itself to guide you:
Generator safety labels: The safety labels on your generator warn of potential danger. It’s
critical that you read them. If any labels become difficult to read or have been removed, contact
your dealer for a replacement label.
Manual safety messages: This manual contains specific instructions and severe warnings
about the ramifications of using poor judgment and not following the instructions outlined in this
manual. The ramifications range from serious injury and losing consciousness to death.
Manual headings and sections: We’ve devoted several sections of this manual to outline the
risks, hazards, and warnings when using, repairing, maintaining, and storing your generator.
Pay attention to cautions such as, “Carbon monoxide WARNINGS” or “Electric shock WARNINGS” or
“Burn and fire WARNINGS.”
Not following instructions or using poor judgment when using
and maintaining your generator can cause you or someone
else to be
KILLED
or
SERIOUSLY INJURED.

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Generator Safety Labels:

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Generator Fuel Related Safety and Information Labels:
Generator Operating Safety Labels:
Fuel On/Off
Valve Label
Fuel Tank Label for:
DG65M-R62

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Safety warnings
Carbon Monoxide WARNINGS
Only operate your generator outdoors.
Operating a generator carries serious
responsibility. There are precautions that you
need to take when operating a generator:
•Never operate your generator indoors or
near any windows or doors.
•Never operate your generator in an
enclosed or a partially enclosed area
such as a garage.
•Do not let the exhaust from your
generator build up to dangerous levels.
•Do not breathe the poisonous gas in
your generator’s exhaust.
•Become familiar with your generator. Understand all of your generator’s controls, connections,
and output receptacles. Know how to quickly stop your generator in case of an emergency.
•If anyone else operates your generator, be sure he/she is properly instructed.
•Do not let children play with or operate your generator.
•Keep your generator at least seven feet away from flammable materials.
The exhaust from your generator contains carbon monoxide.
Breathing this poisonous gas, which is odorless and colorless, can
cause unconsciousness and could even kill you.

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Electrical shock WARNINGS
•Keep your generator dry.
•Do not operate your generator when your hands are wet.
•Do not operate your generator in wet conditions such as rain, snow or fog. Do not use it near a pool
or sprinkler.
•Store your generator in a dry place. If your generator is stored outdoors and is not protected from the
weather, check the electrical components on the Control Panel before each use. Look for moisture
and ice, which could cause your generator’s electrical components to malfunction or short circuit.
This could result in electric shock or electrocution.
•Do not exceed your generator’s wattage or amperage capacity. Exceeding these limits could damage
your generator and any device attached to it.
•If you use your generator on highly conductive areas such as metal decking or steel work, use a
ground fault circuit interrupter.
•Do not use electrical cords that are damaged, worn, bare or frayed.
•Do not touch your generator’s bare receptacles or wires.
•Always properly ground your generator. Failing to ground your generator could result in electric
shock or electrocution.
Your generator is equipped with a system that connects its frame components to the ground
terminals in the AC output receptacles.
This system and the AC neutral wire are not connected.
Therefore, if you test your generator with a receptacle tester, it will not produce the same ground
circuit condition as would be the case for a home receptacle.
Your generator produces significant electrical power.
It could cause electric shock or even electrocution if not used properly.
System Ground Terminal Location

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Electrical system WARNINGS
When connecting to a building’s electrical system for standby power, this
connection must be made by a qualified electrician. This connection must
isolate your generator’s power from the utility’s power and remain in
compliance with all electrical codes and applicable laws.
•Do not connect your generator to a commercial power outlet such as a building’s electrical
system unless an isolation switch is used, and that switch was installed by a qualified electrician.
•Improperly connecting your generator to a building’s electrical system could allow electrical
current from your generator to backfeed into the utility’s lines. This could electrocute utility
employees and others who make contact with the lines during a power outage. Your generator
could also explode, burn, or cause fires when the power is restored. Consult a qualified
electrician and/or the utility company before proceeding.
Burn and fire WARNINGS
•Stop engine when refueling.
•Do not smoke when refueling your generator.
•Keep your generator at least seven feet (or 2 meters) away from buildings and equipment.
•Keep flammable materials away from your generator.
•Do not allow sparks or flames near your generator when it’s refueled and keep them away
from your stored gasoline.
•Fuel vapors are highly flammable, so they could ignite after your generator is started. Wipe
up any spilled fuel before you restart your generator.
•Do not operate your generator in enclosed or partially enclosed areas.
•Avoid touching your generator’s muffler. It becomes extremely hot when your generator is in
use. It remains hot for quite a while after you turn your generator off, so wait to move your
generator into storage until the muffler has completely cooled to avoid severe burns.
Your generator’s exhaust system becomes hot enough that it
could ignite some materials and cause severe burns.
Gasoline is highly flammable and can be explosive, so use
extreme caution when refueling and operating your generator.