Homelite HG3510 Series User manual

DANGER: You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you do not follow the instructions in this operator’s
manual.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Manuel de l’opérateur
Manual del operador
ELECTRIC GENERATOR
Groupe electrogene
Generador electrico
HG3510 Series
Série HG3510
Serie HG3510
DANGER : Le non-respect des instructions fournies dans ce manuel d’utilisation entraînera des BLESSURES
GRAVES, voire MORTELLES.
PELIGRO: El incumplimiento de las instrucciones en este manual del operador puede CAUSARLE LA MUERTE
O LESIONARLE GRAVEMENTE.
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s manual before using this
generator.
Para reducir el riesgo de lesiones, el usuario debe leer y comprender el manual del operador antes de
usar este generador.
Pour réduire les risques de blessures, l’utilisateur doit lire et veiller à bien comprendre le manuel
d’utilisation avant d’utiliser ce groupe.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
CONSERVER CE MANUEL POUR FUTURE RÉFÉRENCE
GUARDE ESTE MANUAL PARA FUTURAS CONSULTAS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS/TABLE DES MATIERES/INDICE
ENGLISH
Safety and operation rules ...............................3
Spark arresting muffler ..................................4
Operating voltage ......................................4
Determining total wattage ................................4
Electrical .............................................5
Generatorcapacity.................................5
Powermanagement................................5
Extensioncordcablesize............................6
Electricmotorloads................................6
Major generator features.................................7
Control panel..........................................7
120 V, 20 ampere duplex receptacle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
120/240 V, 20 ampere twistlock receptacle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Circuitbreakers ...................................7
Cordretainer......................................7
Portability kit installation .................................8
Toolsrequired.....................................8
Wheelinstallation..................................8
Footinstallation ...................................8
Lockinghandle....................................8
Installation ............................................9
Before operation .......................................9
Groundingthegenerator ............................9
Lubrication......................................10
Fuel............................................10
Starting the unit.......................................10
Pre-startpreparation ..............................10
Startingtheengine................................10
Applyingload....................................11
Shutting the generator off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Break-inprocedure................................11
Maintenance .........................................11
Generator:brushes................................11
Inspectingthebrushes.............................11
Heatshield......................................11
Engine:carburetoricing............................11
Quick starting tips for units
that have been sitting a while . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Service and storage ...................................12
Infrequentservice.................................12
Longtermstorage ................................12
Limited warranty ......................................12
Service information ....................................13
Limited 3-year engine warranty...........................13
Evaporative emission control warranty .....................14
FRANÇAIS
Règles d’opération et de sécurité . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Pare-étincelles........................................16
Vérifier la tension......................................16
Détermination de la puissance totale nécessaire .............16
Caractéristiques électriques .............................17
Capacitédugénérateur............................17
Gestiondel’énergie...............................17
Taille du câble du cordon prolongateur . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Charges du moteur électrique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Caractéristiques principales du groupe electrogene ..........19
Tableau de commande .................................19
Prisedoublede120v,20a.........................19
Prise à verrouillage de 120/240 v, 20 a . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Disjoncteurs.....................................19
Retenuedecordon................................19
L’installation de kit de transport ..........................20
Outilsnécessaires ................................20
Installation des roues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Installationdupied ...............................20
Poigneeverrouillant...............................20
Installation ...........................................21
Avantdemettreenmarche..............................21
Miseenplacedel’appareil..........................21
Lubrification.....................................22
Carburant.......................................22
Demarrage de l’appareil ................................22
Préparatifsaudémarrage...........................22
Démarragedumoteur .............................22
Branchement des appareils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Arretdel’appareil.................................23
Rodage.........................................23
Entretien ............................................23
Inspectiondesbalais..............................23
Écransdechaleur.................................23
Givrageducarburateur ............................23
Trucs de démarrage rapide des appareils restés
longtemps hors fonction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Usage et entreposage..................................24
Usagepeufréquent...............................24
Entreposage a long terme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Garantie limitée .......................................24
Service clientele ......................................25
Garantie limitée de trois ans sur le moteur ..................25
Garantie relative au contrôle des vapeurs de carburant ........26
ESPAÑOL
Reglas de seguridad y de funcionamiento . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Apagachispas ........................................28
Como determinar el vataje total ..........................28
Aspectos eléctricos....................................29
Capacidaddelgenerador...........................29
Administración de la potencia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Calibre del cordón de extensión. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Cargas de motores eléctricos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Caracteristicas principales del generador...................31
Panel de control ......................................31
Receptáculo dúplex de 120 voltios, 20 amperios . . . . . . . . 31
Receptáculo de cierre giratorio de 120/240 voltios,
20amperios ...................................31
Interruptor.......................................31
Reténparaelcordón..............................31
Instalacion del juego de transport.........................32
Instalacion ...........................................33
Antes de la operacion ..................................33
Puesta a tierra del generador . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Lubricacion......................................34
Combustible.....................................34
Arranque del unidad ...................................34
Preparacion antes de arrancar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Arranque del motor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Comoaplicarunacarga............................35
Apagadodelgenerador............................35
Procedimiento de arranque inicial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Mantenimiento........................................35
Generador:escobillas .............................35
Para revisar las escobillas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Escudodecalor..................................35
Motor: congelamiento del carburador . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Consejos para un encendido rápido en unidades que
han estado inhabilitadas durante un tiempo . . . . . . . . . . 35
Servicio y almacenamiento ..............................36
serviciopocofrecuente.................................36
Almacenamiento a largo plazo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Garantia limitada ......................................36
Servicio al cliente .....................................37
Motor con garantía limitada de 3 años .....................37
Garantía en relación con el control de emisiones evaporativas . . 38
ENGLISH/FRANÇAIS /ESPAÑOL
Parts drawing / schema des pièces / diagrama de piezas . . . . . . 40
Parts list / liste des pièces / lista de piezas .................41

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SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY AND OPERATION RULES
Read carefully and understand operator manual prior
to operation of this product. Read and understand
engine manual prior to operation. Follow all warnings
and instructions.
Know your equipment. Consider the applications,
limitations, and the potential hazards specific to your
unit.
Equipment must be placed on a firm, supporting sur-
face.
Load must be kept within rating stated on genera-
tor nameplate. Overloading will damage the unit or
shorten its life.
Engine must not be run at excessive speeds. Oper-
ating an engine at excessive speeds increases the
hazard of personal injury.
Do not tamper with parts which may increase or
decrease the governed speed.
To prevent accidental starting, always remove the
spark plug or cable from the spark plug before main-
taining the generator or engine.
Units with broken or missing parts, or without pro-
tective housing or covers, should never be operated.
Contact your service center for replacement parts.
Units should not be operated or stored in wet or
damp conditions or on highly conductive locations
such as metal decking and steel work.
Keep the generator clean and free of oil, mud and
other foreign matter.
Extension cords, power cords, and all electrical
equipment must be in good condition. Never oper-
ate electrical equipment with damaged or defective
cords.
Store the generator in a well-ventilated area with the
fuel tank empty. Fuel should not be stored near the
generator.
Your generator should never be operated under these
conditions:
a. Uncontrolled change in engine speed. (NOTE:
The optional idle control feature will reduce the
engine speed in a “No Load” condition.)
b. Electrical output loss.
c. Overheating in connected equipment.
d. Sparking.
e. Damaged receptacles.
f. Engine misfire.
g. Excessive vibration.
h. Flame or smoke.
i. Enclosed compartment.
j. Rain or inclement weather. Do not let the unit get wet when
operating.
Check the fuel system periodically for leaks or signs of dete-
rioration such as chafed or spongy hose, loose or missing
clamps, or damaged tank or cap. All defects should be cor-
rected before operation.
The generator should be operated, serviced, and refueled
only under the following conditions:
a. Start and run the generator outdoors. Do not run the gen-
erator in an enclosed area, even if doors or windows are
open; avoid areas where vapors may be trapped, such as
pits, garages, cellars, excavations and boat bilges.
b. Good ventilation for cooling. Air flow and temperatures are
important for air cooled units. Temperatures should not
exceed 104°F ambient (40°C).
c. Refuel the generator in a well lighted area. Avoid fuel spills
and never refuel while the generator is running. Allow
engine to cool for two minutes prior to refueling.
d. Do not refuel near open flames, pilot lights, or sparking
electrical equipment such as power tools, welders, and
grinders.
e. The muffler and air cleaner must be installed and in good
condition at all times as they function as flame arresters if
backfiring occurs.
f. Do not smoke near the generator.
DANGER:
DANGER indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided,WILLresult indeathorserious
injury.
WARNING:
WARNING indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided,couldresultindeathorserious
injury.
CAUTION:
CAUTION indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or
moderate personal injury, or property
damage.
WARNING:
Failure to follow these instructions and warnings can result in
death, personal injury, or property damage.
DANGER:
CARBONMONOXIDEHAZARD:Theengineexhaust
contains carbon monoxide, a poisonous, odorless,
invisible gas which, if breathed, can cause death or
serious personal injury. If you start to feel sick, dizzy
or weak while using the generator, shut it off and get to fresh
air right away; you may have carbon monoxide poisoning.

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OPERATING VOLTAGE
Ensure that generator is properly grounded. (See
“Grounding the generator” section in this manual.)
Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, or anything that
may be caught in the starter or other rotating parts.
Unit must reach operating speed before electrical
loads are connected. Disconnect loads before turn-
ing off engine.
To prevent surging that may possibly damage equip-
ment, do not allow engine to run out of fuel when
electrical loads are applied.
When powering solid state equipment, a Power Line
Conditioner should be used to avoid possible dam-
age to equipment.
Do not stick anything through ventilating slots, even
when the generator is not operating. This can dam-
age the generator or cause personal injury.
Before transporting the generator in a vehicle, drain
all fuel to prevent leakage that may occur.
Use proper lifting techniques when transporting the
generator from site to site. Improper lifting tech-
niques may result in personal injury.
To avoid burns, do not touch engine muffler or other
engine or generator surfaces which became hot dur-
ing operation.
Do not alter or modify the heat shield.
YOUR PRODUCT MAY NOT BE EQUIPPED WITH A
SPARK ARRESTING MUFFLER. If the product will be used
around flammable materials, such as agricultural crops, for-
ests, brush, grass, or other similar items, then an approved
spark arrester should be installed and is legally required in the
State of California. The California statutes requiring a spark
arrester are Sections 13005(b), 4442 and 4443. Spark Arresters
are also required on some U.S. Forest Service land and may
also be legally required under other statutes and ordinances.
An approved spark arrester is available from our product
dealers, or may be ordered from Homelite Consumer Prod-
ucts, Inc., 1428 Pearman Dairy Road, Anderson, SC 29625,
1-800-242-4672.
SPARK ARRESTING MUFFLER
A power line conditioner should be used when any of the
following solid state items:
Garage door openers
Kitchen appliances with digital displays
Televisions
Stereos
Personal computers
Quartz clocks
Copy machines
Telephone equipment
DETERMINING TOTAL WATTAGE
In order to prevent overloading and possible damage to
your generator it is necessary to know the total wattage of the
connected load. To determine which tools and/or appliances
your generator will run follow these steps:
Determine if you want to run one item or multiple items simul-
taneously.
Check wattage requirements for the items you will be running
by referring to the load’s nameplate or by calculating it (mul-
tiply amps x volts = watts).
Total the watts for each item. If the nameplate only gives volts
and amps, multiply volts x amps = watts.
1 KW = 1,000 watts
Motorized appliances or tools require more than their rated
wattage for start up.
NOTE: Allow 2-1/2 to 4 times the listed wattage for start-
ing equipment powered by electric motors.
The generator’s rated watts should match or exceed the total
number of watts required for the equipment you want to run.
Always connect the heaviest load to the generator first, then
add other items one at a time.
CAUTION:
Operating voltage and frequency requirement of all electronic
equipment should be checked prior to plugging them into this
generator. Damagemayresult ifthe equipmentisnotdesigned
to operate within a +/- 10% voltage variation, and +/- 3 hz
frequency variation from the generator name plate ratings. To
avoid damage, always have an additional load plugged into
the generator if solid state equipment (such as a television
set) is used. A power line conditioner is recommended for
some solid state applications.

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GENERATOR CAPACITY
Make sure the generator can supply enough continuous
(running) and surge (starting) watts for the items you will
power at the same time. Follow these simple steps.
1. Selecttheitemsyouwillpoweratthesametime.
2. Total the continuous (running) watts of these items. This is
the amount of power the generator must produce to keep the
items running. See the wattage reference chart at right.
3. Estimate how many surge (starting) watts you will need.
Surge wattage is the short burst of power needed to start
electric motor-driven tools or appliances such as a circular
saw or refrigerator. Because not all motors start at the same
time, total surge watts can be estimated by adding only the
item(s) with the highest additional surge watts to the total
rated watts from step 2.
Example:
Tool or Appliance Continuous
(Running) Watts
Surge
(Starting) Watts
Window AC,
10,000 BTU 1200 1800
Refrigerator 700 2200
1/3 HP Well Pump 1000 2000
27 in. Television 500 0
Light (75 Watts) 75 0
3475 Total
Running Watts
2200 Highest
Surge Watts
Total Continuous (Running) Watts 3475
Plus Highest Additional Surge Watts + 2200
Equals Total Generator Output Required 5675
POWER MANAGEMENT
To prolong the life of the generator and attached devices,
it is important to take care when adding electrical loads to
the generator. There should be nothing connected to the
generator outlets before starting its engine. The correct
and safe way to manage generator power is to sequentially
add loads as follows:
1. With nothing connected to the generator, start the engine as
described later in this manual.
2. Plug in and turn on the first load, preferably the largest load
you have.
3. Permit the generator output to stabilize (engine runs smoothly
and attached device operates properly).
4. Plug in and turn on the next load.
5. Again, permit the generator to stabilize.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each additional load.
Never add more loads than the generator capacity. Take
special care to consider surge loads in generator capacity
as previously described.
Tool or Appliance
Typical
Continuous*
(Running)
Watts
Typical
Surge*
(Starting)
Watts
Essentials
LightBulb−75Watt 75 75
Refrigerator/Freezer 700 2200
SumpPump−1/2HP 1050 2200
WaterWellPump−1/3HP 1000 1500
Electric Water Heater 4000 0
Heating/Cooling
FurnaceFan−1/2HP 800 2350
WindowAC−10,000BTU 1200 1800
Space Heater 1800 0
Kitchen
MicrowaveOven−1000Watt 1000 0
Coffee Maker 1000 0
ElectricStove−SingleElement 2100 0
Toaster Oven 1200 0
Family Room
VCR 100 0
CD/DVD Player 100 0
Stereo Receiver 450 0
ColorTelevision−27in. 500 0
Other
Security System 500 0
Curling Iron 1500 0
GarageDoorOpener−1/2HP 875 2350
HairDryer−1/2HP 1250 0
DIY/Job Site
Quartz Halogen Work Light 1000 0
AirlessSprayer−1/3HP 600 1200
Reciprocating Saw 960 0
ElectricDrill−1/2HP 600 900
CircularSaw−7-1/4in. 1400 2300
MiterSaw−10in. 1800 1800
Planer/Jointer−6in. 1800 1800
TableSaw/RadialArmSaw−
10 in.
2000 2000
AirCompressor−1HP 1600 4500
*Wattages listed are approximate. Check tool or appliance for actual watt-
age.
ELECTRICAL
CAUTION:
Do not overload the generator’s capacity. Exceeding the
generator’s wattage/amperage capacity can damage the
generator and/or electrical devices connected to it.

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EXTENSION CORD CABLE SIZE
Refer to the table below to ensure the cable size of the extension cords you use are capable of carrying the required
load. Inadequate size cables can cause a voltage drop, which can burn out the appliance and overheat the cord.
Current in
Amperes
Load in Watts Maximum Allowable Cord Length
At 120V At 240V #8 Wire #10 Wire #12 Wire #14 Wire #16 Wire
2.5 300 600 1000 ft. 600 ft. 375 ft. 250 ft.
5600 1200 500 ft. 300 ft. 200 ft. 125 ft.
7.5 900 1800 350 ft. 200 ft. 125 ft. 100 ft.
10 1200 2400 250 ft. 150 ft. 100 ft. 50 ft.
15 1800 3600 150 ft. 100 ft. 65 ft.
20 2400 4800 175 ft. 125 ft. 75 ft.
25 3000 6000 150 ft. 100 ft.
30 3600 7200 125 ft. 65 ft.
40 4800 9600 90 ft.
ELECTRIC MOTOR LOADS
It is characteristic of common electric motors in normal operation to draw up to six times their running current while
starting. This table may be used to estimate the watts required to start “Code G” electric motors; however, if an elec-
tric motor fails to start or reach running speed, turn off the appliance or tool immediately to avoid equipment damage.
Always check the requirements of the tool or appliance being used compared to the rated output of the generator.
Motor Size (H.P.) Running Watts Watts Required to Start Motor
Repulsion Induction Capacitor Split Phase
1/8 275 600 850 1200
1/6 275 600 850 2050
1/4 400 850 1050 2400
1/3 450 975 1350 2700
1/2 600 1300 1800 3600
3/4 850 1900 2600 —
1 1100 2500 3300 —
ELECTRICAL

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MAJOR GENERATOR FEATURES
Subaru OHC engine
Cast-iron cylinder sleeve
Receptacles on control panel
Cord retainer
4 gallon fuel tank
Spark arrester
Brushless generator
Portability Kit
CONTROL PANEL
A. 120 V, 20 Ampere Duplex Receptacle
20 amps of current may be drawn from each half of the
receptacle. However, total power drawn must be kept within
nameplate ratings. These receptacles may be used along with
the twistlock receptacle provided the generator is not over-
loaded.
B. 120/240 V, 20 Ampere Twistlock Receptacle
A maximum of 20 amps may be drawn from the 120/240
volt receptacle, provided it is the only receptacle used. However,
current must be limited to the nameplate rating. If the 120/240
volt receptacle is used along with the 120 volt receptacle, the
total load drawn must not exceed the nameplate ratings.
C. Circuit Breakers
The receptacles are protected by an AC circuit breaker. If
the generator is overloaded or an external short circuit occurs,
the circuit breaker will trip. If this occurs, disconnect all electri-
cal loads and try to determine the cause of the problem before
attempting to use the generator again. If overloading causes the
circuit breaker to trip, reduce the load. NOTE: Continuous trip-
ping of the circuit breaker may cause damage to generator
or equipment. The circuit breaker may be reset by pushing the
button of the breaker.
D. Cord Retainer
The cord retainer is used to prevent plugs from being pulled
out of the 120-volt receptacles.

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TOOLS REQUIRED: 7/16", 1/2" and 9/16" sockets and ratchets, block(s) of wood (minimum of 6" tall).
Refer to the parts list and drawing on pages 36-38.
WHEEL INSTALLATION
Block up end of generator opposite the fuel tank cap to install wheel kit.
Insert wheel spacer (item 43) into the center of the wheel (item 35).
Slide 3/8 x 4.25" bolt (item 41) and 3/8 washer (item 38) through the wheel (item 35), then through the wheel bracket on the
carrier, with the offset side of the wheel hub against the wheel bracket.
Thread 3/8 nyloc nut (item 42) onto the bolt and tighten to securely clamp the wheel assembly to the carrier.
Repeat above instructions for the remaining wheel.
FOOT INSTALLATION
Assemble the rubber feet (item 37) to the foot bracket (item 50) using a 1/4-20 x 1.5" bolt (item 48). Thread a 1/4 washer (item
49) and a 1/4 nyloc nut (item 13) to the bolt to secure the assembly. Caution: Do not over tighten so that the foot material
collapses.
Blocking up the alternator side of the generator, place the foot bracket under the carrier channel. Thread a 5/16-18 x 1" bolt (item
36) through the mounting holes and thread a 5/16 flange nut (item 15) to the bolt to secure the foot bracket to the carrier.
LOCKING HANDLE
Attach the lanyard (item 39) to the release pin
(item 44) and carrier as shown in the illustra-
tion.
To lock the handle (item 31) in the extended
position, align the holes in the handle bracket
with the holes in the carrier bracket and insert
the release pin (item 44).
Insert caps (item 45) into ends of handle (item
31).
PORTABILITY KIT INSTALLATION
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INSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATION
WARNING:
To avoid possible personal injury or equipment damage,
registered electrician or an authorized service representative
should perform installation and all service. Under no
circumstances should an unqualified person attempt to wire
into a utility circuit.
WARNING:
To avoid backfeeding into utility systems, isolation of the
residence electrical system is required. Before temporary
connection of a generator to the residence electrical system
turnoff the mainswitch.Beforemakingpermanentconnections
a double throw transfer switch To avoid electrocution or
property damage, only a trained electrician should connect
generatortoresidenceelectricalsystem. Californialawrequires
isolation of the residence electrical system before connecting
a generator to residence electrical systems. Temporary
connection not recommended due to backfeeding.
To avoid backfeeding into utility systems, isolation of the
residence electrical system is required.
Before temporary connection of the generator to the resi-
dence electrical system, turn off the main service/disconnect.
If your generator is to be used as a stand-by power source
in case of utility power failure, it should be installed by a reg-
istered electrician and in compliance with all applicable local
electrical codes.
Proper use requires that a double throw transfer switch be
installed by a licensed qualified electrician so that the building’s
electrical circuits may be safely switched between utility power
and the generator’s output, thereby preventing backfeed into
the power utility’s electrical system.
Always follow local codes and regulations that apply to
the installation of any item that concerns this product.
GROUNDING THE GENERATOR
The National Electric Code requires that this product be
properly connected to an appropriate earth ground to help pre-
vent electric shock. A ground terminal connected to the frame
of the generator has been provided for this purpose. Connecting
a length of heavy gauge (12 AWG min.) copper wire between
the generator Ground Terminal and a copper rod driven into the
ground should provide a suitable ground connection. However,
consult with a local electrician to insure that local codes are
being adhered to.
GROUND TERMINAL LOCATION:
ground lug
WARNING:
Do not use a pipe as the ground source.

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LUBRICATION
DO NOT attempt to start this engine without filling the crank
case with the proper amount and type of lubricant. (See the
accompanying engine manual for this information.) Your genera-
tor has been shipped from the factory without lubricant in the
crankcase. Operating the unit without lubricant can damage the
engine.
Fill the engine with lubricant according to the engine man-
ual. For units with a dipstick, fill lubricant to the proper level.
Units without a dipstick should be filled to the top of the opening
of the lubricant fill.
FUEL
Fill the tank with clean, fresh unleaded automotive gasoline.
Regular grade gasoline may be used provided a high octane
rating is obtained (at least 85 pump octane). We recommend
always using a fuel stabilizer. A fuel stabilizer will minimize the
formulation of fuel gum deposits during storage. The fuel sta-
bilizer can be added to the gasoline in the fuel tank, or into the
gasoline in a storage container. Do not use E85 fuel.
CAUTION:
Do not overfill the tank. Keep maximum fuel level 1/4 inch
below the top of the fuel tank. This will allow expansion in
hot weather and prevent overflow.
STARTING THE UNIT
WARNING:
Gasoline is very dangerous. Serious injury or death can result
from fire caused by gasoline contacting hot surfaces.
Do not fill fuel tank with engine running.
Do not spill fuel while refilling tank.
Do not mix lubricant with gasoline.
Follow all instructions and warnings in the engine
manual.
PRE-START PREPARATION
Before starting the generator, check for loose or missing
parts and for any damage which may have occurred during
shipment.
WARNING:
Thisgeneratormustnotbeoperatedwithoutallfactoryinstalled
heat shields in place. Failure to comply may cause the fuel
tank to overheat and result in personal injury from fire.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Check lubricant level and fuel.
Disconnect all electrical loads from the unit.
Open fuel shut off valve.
Adjust choke as necessary.
Set the engine switch to the “ON” position.
Pull on the starter rope with fast steady pull. As the engine
warms up, readjust the choke.
DANGER:
Provide adequate ventilation for toxic exhaust gases and
cooling air flow.
Do not start or run the generator in an enclosed area, even
if door or windows are open.
Engines give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless,
poison gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea, fainting
or death.
CAUTION:
Allow generator to run at no load for five minutes upon each
initial start-up to permit engine and generator to stabilize.

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APPLYING LOAD
This unit has been pretested and adjusted to handle its full
capacity. When starting the generator, disconnect all load. Apply
load only after generator is running. Voltage is regulated via the
engine speed adjusted at the factory for correct output. Read-
justing will void warranty.
CAUTION:
When applying a load, do not exceed the maximum wattage
rating of the generator when using one or more receptacles.
Also, do not exceed the amperage rating of any one
receptacle.
SHUTTING THE GENERATOR OFF
Remove entire electrical load.
Let the engine run for a few minutes without load.
Move the engine switch to the “OFF” position.
Do not leave the generator until it has completely stopped.
Close the fuel shut off valve if the engine is to be put in stor-
age or transported.
If cover is used, do not install until unit has cooled.
BREAK-IN PROCEDURE
Controlled break-in helps insure proper engine and gen-
erator operation. Follow engine procedure outlined in engine
manual.
CAUTION:
Do not apply heavy electrical load during break-in period (the
first two to three hours of operations).
MAINTENANCE
GENERATOR: BRUSHES (BRUSH TYPE UNITS ONLY)
The brushes in the generator should be inspected once
every year for chips and cracks. Brushes should be replaced
when they are worn to 1/4 inch (7 mm).
NOTE: Replace brushes in sets only, never separately.
INSPECTING THE BRUSHES:
Remove cover plate (R).
Remove 4 stator bolts (U)
and endbell.
Remove screws holding
the protective plate on the
inside of the endbell.
Disconnect the green (–) or
blue (+) brush wires from
the tab.
Remove brush mounting screws (S).
Slide brushes (T) from holders.
Replace if worn to 1/4 inch (7mm).
Do not over tighten screws.
NOTE: Replace only with brushes specified in parts list.
Other brushes may appear to be identical but may have com-
pletely different mechanical and electrical characteristics.
HEAT SHIELD:
Inspect to ensure that all heat shields and heat deflectors
are intact and in place. Do not remove any parts or modify parts.
Removing or modifying parts could cause serious damage to
the unit.
ENGINE: Carburetor Icing
During the winter months, rare atmospheric conditions may
develop which will cause an icing condition in the carburetor. If
this develops, the engine may run rough, lose power, and may
stall.
QUICK STARTING TIPS FOR UNITS THAT HAVE BEEN
SITTING FOR AWHILE:
If your unit has been sitting around for a long time period
and is hard to start, try doing some of these easy steps before
calling Customer Service.
Check the lubricant level.
Replace the old fuel.
Change the spark plug.
Check the fuel lines. Make sure the fuel valve is open.
Check all generator parts for integrity.
Clean the carburetor. (See engine manual for service
centers)

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SERVICE AND STORAGE
INFREQUENT SERVICE
If the unit is used infrequently, difficult starting may result.
to eliminate hard starting, run the generator at least 30 minutes
every month. Also, if the unit will not be used for some time, it is
a good idea to drain the fuel from the carburetor and gas tank.
LONG TERM STORAGE
When the generator set is not being operated or is being
stored more than one month, follow these instructions:
Replenish engine lubricant to upper level.
Drain gasoline from fuel tank, fuel line and carburetor.
a) Turn the engine switch off (O).
 b) Closefuelvalve.
 c) Removethefuellinefromthepetcockbysqueezingthe
ends of the retaining clip and sliding the fuel line off.
 d) Installoneendofadrainlineoverthepetcock,andplace
the other end in a fuel container large enough to catch the
fuel being drained from the tank.
 e) Openfuelvalve.
 f) When the fuel has drained from the tank, close the fuel
valve and reinstall fuel line on petcock.
Pour about one teaspoon of engine lubricant through the
spark plug hole, pull the recoil starter several times and
replace the plug. Then pull the starter until you feel the pis-
ton is on its compression stroke and leave it in that position.
This closes both the intake and exhaust valves to prevent the
inside of the cylinder from rusting.
Cover the unit and store in a clean, dry place that is well ven-
tilated away from open flame or sparks.
NOTE: We recommend always using a fuel stabilizer.
A fuel stabilizer will minimize the formulation of fuel gum
deposits during storage. The fuel stabilizer can be added to
the gasoline in the fuel tank, or into the gasoline in a storage
container.
LIMITED WARRANTY
WARRANTY COVERAGE
Homelite Consumer Products, Inc., (the Company) warrants to
the original retail purchaser that this Homelite Product is free from
defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace,
at the Company’s sole discretion, any defective Product free of
charge within these time periods from the date of purchase:
Two years, if the Product is used solely for personal, family, or
household use;
One year, if the Product is used for business or commercial use.
This warranty applies only to Products sold within the United States
of America, the District of Columbia, Canada, Mexico, the Common-
wealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, the Canal Zone, or
American Samoa.
This warranty is not transferable and does not cover damage result-
ing from defects other than in material or workmanship, or dam-
age caused by unreasonable use, including the failure to provide
reasonable and necessary maintenance. Other items not covered
under this warranty include:
Transportation charges for sending the product to the Company
or its authorized service representative for warranty service, or
for shipping repaired or replacement products back to the cus-
tomer; these charges must be borne by the original retail pur-
chaser.
Engine. Your Product is equipped with an engine that is covered
exclusively by a separate warranty from the engine manufacturer.
Please refer to the engine manual included with the Product for
warranty information related to the engine.
Damages caused by abuse, accident, misuse, neglect, altera-
tion, modification, the effects of corrosion, erosion, normal wear
and tear or repairs by other than the Company or its authorized
service representative.
Warranty is voided if the customer fails to install, maintain and
operate the product in accordance with the instructions and
recommendations of the Company as set forth in the Product’s
operator’s manual or if the Product is used as rental equipment.
The Company will not pay for repairs or adjustments to the Prod-
uct, or for any costs or labor, performed without the Company’s
prior authorization.
SAVE YOUR SALES SLIP
Proof of purchase in the form of your dated sales receipt, cash regis-
ter slip, etc. showing the serial number and the model of your Prod-
uct will be required before the Company and/or its authorized service
representatives can perform warranty service on the Product.
EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS
WARRANTIES. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABIL-
ITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR OTHERWISE,
APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURA-
TION TO THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. THE
WARRANTY SERVICE DESCRIBED ABOVE IS THE EXCLUSIVE
REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY. THE COMPANY SHALL NOT
BE LIABILE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN-
TIAL DAMAGES.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW A LIMITATION ON THE DURA-
TION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITA-
TION OF INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE
For warranty service: Call toll free 1-800-242-7462, or write to
Homelite Consumer Products, Inc., 1428 Pearman Dairy Road,
Anderson, SC 29625.
For warranty service outside the USA, please contact your local
Homelite dealer.

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SERVICE INFORMATION
CONTACT HOMELITE
CONSUMER PRODUCTS
CUSTOMER SERVICE AT
1-800-242-4672
or at
www.homelite.com
to obtain warranty service
information or to order
replacement parts or
accessories.
HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS
Even quality built equipment such as the electric generator
you have purchased, might need occasional replacement parts
to maintain it in good condition over the years. To order replace-
ment parts, please give the following information:
Model No. and Serial No. and all specifications shown on the
Model No./Serial No. plate.
Part number or numbers as shown in the Parts List section of
the Insert for your generator model.
A brief description of the trouble with the generator.
NOTE: If replacement parts are required for the engine,
contact one of the engine manufacturer’s service centers.
Homelite Consumer Products, Inc.
1428 Pearman Dairy Road
Anderson, SC 29625
1-800-242-4672
www.homelite.com
Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty from Subaru Robin
(Effective with engines purchased from Robin America, Wood Dale, IL,
after April 1, 2008)
Robin America, Inc., a division of Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd. (herein
“Subaru Robin”), warrants that each new engine sold by it will be free,
under normal use and service, from defects in material and workman-
ship for a period listed below from the date of sale to the original retail
purchaser. Subaru Robin’s obligation under this Limited Warranty shall
be limited to the repair and replacement, at Subaru Robin’s option, of
any part or parts which upon examination is/are found, in Subaru Rob-
in’s judgment, to have been defective in material or workmanship. It shall
be a condition of Subaru Robin’s obligation under this Limited Warranty
that Subaru Robin, directly or through one of its Distributors or Service
Centers authorized to service the particular engine involved, receive
prompt notice of any warranty claim and that the engine or the part
or parts claimed to be defective be promptly delivered, transportation
prepaid, to such Distributor or Service Center for inspection and repair.
LIMITED 3-YEAR ENGINE WARRANTY
All repairs qualifying under this Limited Warranty must be performed by
Subaru Robin or one of its authorized Distributors or Service Centers.
WARRANTY PERIODS:
Subaru Robin Four-Cycle, Air-cooled, Gasoline Engines - Limited 3
YEAR Warranty (EX / EH Series 4.3hp or greater)
The repair or replacement of any part or parts under this Limited War-
ranty shall not extend the term of the engine warranty beyond the origi-
nal term as set forth above.
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS: This Limited Warranty shall not apply
to:
Bent or broken crankshaft or resultant damage caused by vibration
related to a bent or broken crankshaft. Also, damage caused by
loose engine mounting bolts or improper or imbalanced accessories
or blades mounted to the crankshaft.
Repairs required because of prolonged storage including damage
caused by old or contaminated fuel in the fuel tank, fuel lines or car-
buretor, sticky valves or corrosion and rust of engine parts.
Repair required due to overheating. (Most often caused by over-
loaded or clogged or damaged or missing flywheel, fan, inlet air pas-
sages, cooling fins or air shrouds).
Dirt or grit related wear caused by improper air cleaner maintenance
(most often resulting in worn piston, piston rings, cylinders, valves,
valve guides, carburetor or other internal components).
Broken or scored parts caused by low lubricant level, dirty or
improper grade of lubricant.
Engine tune-ups and normal maintenance service including, but not
limited to, valve adjustment, normal replacement of service items,
fuel and lubricant, etc.
Any engine which has been subject to negligence, misuse, accident,
mis-application or over-speeding.
Any engine that has been installed, repaired, or altered by anyone in
a manner which in Subaru Robin’s sole judgment adversely affects
its performance or reliability.
Any engine which has been fitted with or repaired with parts or com-
ponents not manufactured or approved by Subaru Robin which in
Subaru Robin’s sole judgment adversely affects its performance or
reliability.
Instances when normal use has exhausted the life of a component or
an engine.
The customer is responsible for all transportation charges in connection
with any warranty work.
Subaru Robin reserves the right to modify, alter or improve any engines
or parts without incurring any obligation to modify or replace, any
engine or parts previously sold without such modification, alternation
or improvement.
No person is authorized to give any other warranty or to assume any
additional obligation on Subaru Robin’s behalf unless made in writing
and signed by an officer of Subaru Robin.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential dam-
ages, so the above limitation(s) or exclusion(s) may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other
legal rights which vary from state to state.
THIS WARRANTY, AND SUBARU ROBIN’S OBLIGATION HERE UNDER,
ARE IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES OR OBLIGATIONS OF
ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRAN-
TIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PUR-
POSE. THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE
DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE HERE-OF. SUBARU ROBIN SHALL IN NO
EVENT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAM-
AGES.

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WARRANTY
EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY
Your new HOMELITE brand gasoline-powered product complies with
all applicable U.S. EPA, Environment Canada, and State of California
emissions regulations.
Theevaporativeemissionsportionofthiscoverage,asdescribedbelow,
is provided by Homelite Consumer Products, Inc. Separate emissions
warranty coverage for other emissions-related components is provided
by the engine manufacturer, as stated in a separate “Emission Control
System Warranty” included with this product. Of course, this product
also includes a warranty that is not limited to emissions-related com-
ponents, as described elsewhere in this operator’s manual.
EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
CALIFORNIA EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY
STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS
The California Air Resources Board and Homelite Consumer Products,
Inc., are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system’s
warranty on your 2008 model year generator. In California, new equip-
ment that uses small off-engines must be designed, built, and equipped
to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards. Homelite Consumer
Products, Inc., must warrant the evaporative emission control system
on your generator for the period listed below, provided there has been
no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your equipment.
Your evaporative emission control system may include parts such as:
carburetors, fuel tanks, fuel lines, fuel caps, valves, canisters, filters,
vaporhoses,clamps,connectors,andotherassociatedcomponents.For
engines less than or equal to 80 cc, only the fuel tank is subject to the
evaporative emission control warranty requirements of this section.
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE:
This evaporative emission control system is warranted for two years. If
anyevaporativeemission-relatedpartonyourequipmentisdefective,the
part will be repaired or replaced by Homelite Consumer Products, Inc.
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES:
As the generator owner, you are responsible for performance of the
required maintenance listed in your operator’s manual. Homelite
Consumer Products, Inc., recommends that you retain all receipts
covering maintenance on your generator, but Homelite Consumer
Products, Inc., cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of re-
ceipts.
As the generator owner, you should, however, be aware that Homelite
Consumer Products, Inc., may deny you warranty coverage if your
generator or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, or improper
maintenance or unapproved modifications.
You are responsible for presenting your generator to a Homelite
Consumer Products, Inc., distribution center or service center as
soon as the problem exists. The warranty repairs should be com-
pleted in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.
If you have a question regarding your warranty coverage, you should
contact Homelite Consumer Products, Inc., at 1-800-242-4672.
DEFECTS WARRANTY REQUIREMENTS:
(a) The warranty period begins on the date the equipment is delivered
to an ultimate purchaser.
(b) General Evaporative Emissions Warranty Coverage. The equipment
must be warranted to the ultimate purchaser and any subsequent
owner that the evaporative emission control system when installed
was:
(1) Designed, built, and equipped so as to conform with all appli-
cable regulations; and
(2) Free from defects in materials and workmanship that cause the
failure of a warranted part for a period of two years.
(c) The warranty on evaporative emissions-related parts will be inter-
preted as follows:
(1) Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as
required maintenance in the written instructions must be war-
ranted for the warranty period defined in subsection (b)(2). If any
such part fails during the period of warranty coverage, it must be
repaired or replaced by the manufacturer issuing the warranty.
Any such part repaired or replaced under the warranty must
be warranted for a time not less than the remaining warranty
period.
(2) Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection
in the written instructions must be warranted for the warranty
period defined in subsection (b)(2). A statement in such written
instructions to the effect of “repair or replace as necessary” will
not reduce the period of warranty coverage. Any such part re-
paired or replaced under warranty must be warranted for a time
not less than the remaining warranty period.
(3) Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as required
maintenance in the written instructions must be warranted for
the period of time prior to the first scheduled replacement point
for that part. If the part fails prior to the first scheduled replace-
ment, the part must be repaired or replaced by the manufacturer
issuing the warranty. Any such part repaired or replaced under
warranty must be warranted for a time not less than the remainder
of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for
the part.
(4) Repair or replacement of any warranted part under the warranty
provisions of this article must be performed at no charge to the
owner at a warranty station.
(5) Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (4) above, warranty
services or repairs must be provided at distribution centers that
are franchised to service the subject equipment.
(6) The owner must not be charged for diagnostic labor that leads
to the determination that a warranted part is in fact defective,
provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty
station.
(7) Throughout the evaporative emission control system’s warranty
period set out in subsection (b)(2), the manufacturer issuing the
warranty must maintain a supply of warranted parts sufficient to
meet the expected demand for such parts.
(8) Manufacturer approved replacement parts must be used in the
performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs and must
be provided without charge to the owner. Such use will not
reduce the warranty obligations of the manufacturer issuing the
warranty.
(9) The use of any add-on or modified parts will be grounds for dis-
allowing a warranty claim made in accordance with this article.
The manufacturer issuing the warranty will not be liable under
this Article to warrant failures of warranted parts caused by the
use of an add-on or modified part.
(10) The manufacturer issuing the warranty shall provide any docu-
ments that describe the warranty procedures or policies within
five working days of request by the Air Resources Board.
EMISSION WARRANTY PARTS LIST:
1) Fuel Tank
2) Fuel Cap
3) Fuel Hoses
4) Carbon Canister
5) Vapor Hoses
6) Hose Clamps
7) Hose Connectors
8) Vapor/Fuel Check Valve
Written instructions for the maintenance and use of the evaporative
emissions control system by the owner shall be furnished with each
new generator.

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SÉCURITÉ
RÈGLES D’OPÉRATION ET DE SÉCURITÉ
Lire attentivement le guide d’utilisation et le manuel
de fonctionnement du moteur, puis s’assurer de les
comprendre avant de mettre l’appareil en marche.
Observer l’ensemble des avertissements et des
directives s’y rapportant.
Se familiariser avec l’appareil et tenir compte des
domaines d’usage, des restrictions et des risques
potentiels qui découlent de son utilisation.
On doit placer l’équipement sur un support plat et
solide.
La charge doit être dans les normesspécifiées sur
la plaque signalétique de l’appareil. Toute surcharge
abîme l’appareil et en raccourcit la durée de vie utile.
Le moteur ne doit pas tourner à des vitesses
excessives car ceci augmente les risques de
blessures personnelles. Ne touchez pas aux pièces
ce qui pourrait augmenter ou réduire la vitesse
régulée.
Afin d’empêcher les démarrages imprévus, toujours
enlever la bougie ou le câble de la bougie avant
d’ajuster le groupe électrogène ou le moteur.
Un appareil dont les pièces sont cassées, auquel il
manque des pièces ou qui n’a pas de carter ou de
coquille protectrice ne doit en aucun cas être utilisé.
Contacter notre service après-vente pour des pièces
de rechange.
Ne pas faire fonctionner ou entreposer l’appareil
dans un endroit humide ni sur une surface mouillée,
ni dans un endroit où il sera en contact avec des
surfaces conductrices telles que des planchers ou
armatures métalliques.
Garder l’appareil propre et libre de toute huile, boue
ou autre matière étrangère.
Les rallonges, les cordons d’alimentation et tout
appareil électrique doivent être en bon état. Ne
jamais faire fonctionner un appareil électrique dont
le cordon d’alimentation est abîmé ou défectueux.
Rangez le nettoyeur haute pression dans un endroit
bien ventilé, réservoir d’essence vide. On ne doit pas
ranger l’essence près du groupe électrogène.
Vous ne devez jamais utiliser votre appareil sous ces
conditions:
a. Modification irrépressible du régime moteur. (NOTA : La
fonction optionnelle de commande de ralenti per met de
réduire le régime moteur à l’état “sans charge”).
b. Perte de puissance électrique.
c. Surchauffe d’appareils connectés.
d. Jaillissement d’étincelles.
e. Prises endommagées.
f. Le moteur a des ratés.
g. Vibrations excessives.
h. Flammes ou fumée.
i. Compartiment fermé.
j. Temps mauvais ou pluvieux. Éviter d’exposer l’ap pareil à
l’humidité en cours de fonctionnement.
Vérifiez le système de carburant régulièrement pour toute
fuite ou signes de détérioration tels un tuyau spongieux ou
usé, une bride qui manque ou desserrée ou un réservoir ou
couvercle endommagé. On doit corriger ces problèmes avant
de faire fonctionner l’appareil.
Le fonctionnement, l’entretien et le ravitaillement en carburant
de l’appareil ne doivent se faire que dans les conditions
suivantes :
a. Faites démarrer et fonctionner la génératrice à l’extérieur.
Ne faites jamais fonctionner la génératrice dans un endroit
clos, même si les portes et les fenêtres sont ouvertes.
Évitez les endroits où les vapeurs peuvent être enfermées,
comme des fosses, des garages, des caves, des excava-
tions et des fonds de cale de bateau.
DANGER :
DANGER signifie une situation
susceptible de présenter un danger
qui, s’il n’est pas évité, CAUSERA de
sérieuses blessures, voire la mort.
AVERTISSEMENT :
L’AVERTISSEMENT indique une
situation présentantundangerpotentiel
et qui, en l’absence d’intervention,
pourrait conduire à la mort ou entraîner
de graves blessures.
ATTENTION :
La mention ATTENTION sert à prévenir
l’utilisateur d’un danger potentiel qui
risqued’occasionnerdesdommagesou
des blessures légères ou modérées.
AVERTISSEMENT :
L’inobservation des présentes consignes et l’ignorance des
avertisse ments qui en découlent risquent de causer des
blessures et des dommages ou d’entraîner la mort.
DANGER :
RISQUE D’ÉMISSION DE MONOXYDE DE
CARBONE : L’échappement des moteurs contient
du monoxyde de carbone, un gaz toxique, inodore
et invisible qui, s’il est respiré, peut causer de
sérieuses blessures, voire la mort. Si vous ne vous sentez
pas bien, êtes pris d’étourdissement ou vous sentez faible
en utilisant la génératrice, mettez-la hors tension et respirez
de l’air frais immédiatement car vous souffrez peut-être d’un
empoisonnement au monoxyde de carbone.
b. Bonne aération pour le refroidissement. Le débit d’air
et la température sont importants pour les systèmes
à refroidissement à air. La température ne devrait pas
dépasser 104°F (40°C).
c. Refaites le plein du groupe électrogène dans un endroit
bien éclairé. Évitez les débordements de carburant et ne
refaites jamais le plein lorsque l’appareil est en marche.

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Pour éviter les brûlures, ne touchez pas au
silencieux du moteur ou à toute autre surface du
moteur ou du générateur qui se réchauffe durant le
fonctionnement.
Ne modifiez pas l’écran de chaleur.
d. Ne faites pas le plein près de flammes nues, de
veilleuses ou d’équipement électrique projetant
des étincelles comme les outils électriques, les
soudeuses et les meuleuses.
e. Le silencieux et le filtre à air doivent toujours être
en place et en bon état puisqu’ils jouent le rôle de
coupe-flammes s’il y a des ratés.
f. Ne pas fumer près du générateur.
S’assurer que l’appareil est correctement posé sur
le sol. (Voir la section «Mise en place de l’appareil»
dans le présent manuel.)
Ne portez pas de vêtements amples, de bijoux ou
toute autre chose qui pourrait se prendre dans le
démarreur ou autres pièces rotatives.
L’appareildoitatteindresonrégimedefonctionnement
avant que toute charge y soit connectée. Débrancher
toute charge avant d’arrêter le moteur.
Afin d’empêcher les pointes de tension qui
pourraient endommager les appareils branchés sur
la génératrice, ne pas laisser le moteur tomber en
panne de carburant pendant que des appareils sont
branchés dessus.
Lorsque vous utilisez de l’équipement en solide,
vous devriez utiliser un protecteur de surtension
pour éviter d’endommager l’équipement.
Ne rien mettre dans les fentes d’aération, même
quand l’appareil n’est pas en marche. Ceci pourrait
l’abîmer ou provoquer des blessures.
Avant de transporter la génératrice dans un véhicule,
le vider de tout carburant afin d’empêcher les
fuites.
Pour transporter l’appareil d’un site à l’autre, utilisez
les bonnes techniques de levage sinon vous pourriez
vous blesser.
VOTRE PRODUIT PEUT NE PAS ÊTRE MUNI D’UN
SILENCIEUXPARE-ÉTINCELLES.S’ildoitêtreutiliséàproximité
de matériaux inflammables tels que récoltes, forêts, broussailles,
herbes ou autres, il est fortement recommandé d’installer un
pare-étincelles, par ailleurs obligatoire en Californie. Les articles
de la loi californienne relatifs à l’usage de pare-étincelles sont les
suivants : 13005(b), 4442 et 4443. L’usage d’un pare-étincelles
est également exigé sur certains des territoires du service des
Forêts américain et peut également l’être par d’autres lois et
règlements. Un pare-étincelles homologué est disponible auprès
de notre concessionnaires ou peut être commandé à Homelite
Consumer Products, Inc., 1428 Pearman Dairy Rd., Anderson,
SC 29625, Téléphone : 1-800-242-4672.
PARE-ÉTINCELLES
Il est préférable d’utiliser un filtre de secteur lors de la
mise en fonction d’un ou de plusieurs des composants à
semiconducteurs suivants:
Ouvres-portes de garage
Appareils de cuisine à affichage digital
Téléviseurs
Stéréos
Ordinateurs personnel
Pendules à quartz
Machines à photocopier
Équipement téléphonique
DÉTERMINATION DE LA PUISSANCE
TOTALE NÉCESSAIRE
Afin d’éviter à la génératrice la surcharge et les dommages
possibles, il faut connaître la puissance totale de la charge
branchée. Pour déterminer quels outils et/ou quels appareils
peuvent fonctionner avec votre générateur, suivez ces étapes :
Déterminez si vous désirez faire fonctionner un ou plusieurs
appareils simultanément.
Vérifiez les exigences normales pour démarrer et faire
fonctionner les appareils voulus en vous reportant à la plaque
signalétique de charge ou en effectuant ce calcul (multipliez
les ampères x volts = watts).
Additionnez le nombre de watts de démarrage et
de fonctionnement de chaque appareil. Toutefois, la
plaque signalétique de l’équipement vous donnera des
chiffres de consommation d’électricité plus exacts.
Si la plaque ne vous donne que des volts et des
ampères, multipliez les volts par les ampères = watts.
1KW = 1 000 watts.
Les appareils ou les outils à moteur exigent plus que leur
puissance indiquée pour le démarrage.
REMARQUE : Prévoir 2 1/2 - 4 fois la puissance indiquée
pour la mise en marche de l’appareil.
La puissance nominale du générateur devrait être égale
ou supérieure au nombre total de watts nécessaires au
fonctionnement de l’équipement à alimenter.
Branchez toujours d’abord la charge la plus lourde au
générateur, puis ajoutez les les autres une à une.
ATTENTION :
Vérifier la tension et la fréquence requises avant de brancher
tout équipement électronique sur le générateur. Le générateur
peut se trouver endommagé si les appareils branchés ne
sont pas prévus pour fonctionner à une tension égale à ±
10% et une fréquence égale à ± 3 hz de celles indiquées
sur la plaque signalétique du générateur. Pour éviter tout
dommage, toujours brancher une charge additionnelle sur
le générateur lorsqu’un appareil à circuits intégrés (tel qu’un
téléviseur)estutilisé.Unevaristancepeutêtreaussinécessaire
pour certaines applications, dans le cas d’un ordinateur, par
exemple. Une varistance peut être aussi nécessaire pour
certaines applications de l’équipement en solide.
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CARACTÉRISTIQUES ÉLECTRIQUES
CAPACITÉ DU GÉNÉRATEUR
S’assurer que le générateur peut fournir les watts continus (de
fonctionnement) et de surtension (démarrage) suffisants pour
tous les articles alimentés au même moment. Suivre ces simples
étapes.
1. Sélectionner les articles qui seront alimentés au même
moment.
2. Faireletotaldeswattscontinus(defonctionnement)deces
articles. Ceci correspond à la somme de puissance que
le générateur doit produire pour que ces articles puissent
fonctionner. Voir le tableau de référence de wattage à droite.
3. Déterminerleswattsdesurtension(démarrage)nécessaires.
Les watts de surtension correspondent à la courte pointe de
puissance nécessaire pour démarrer les outils ou les appareils
à moteur électriques, tels que les scies circulaires ou les
réfrigérateurs. Les moteurs ne démarrant pas tous au même
moment, le total des watts de surtension peut être déterminé
en ajoutant uniquement les articles au wattage de surtension
supplémentaire le plus élevé au wattage nominal total de
l’étape 2.
Exemple :
Outil ou appareil Watts de fonctionnement
(continu)
Watts de
surtension
(démarrage)
Climatiseur de
fenêtre, 10 000 BTU 1200 1800
Réfrigérateur 700 2200
Pompe de puits
1/2 ch 1000 2000
Télévision de 27
pouces 500 0
Éclairage (75 W) 75 0
3475 Wattage
de fonctionnement
total
2200 Wattage
de surtension
maximum
Wattage continu (fonctionnement) total 3475
Plus wattage de surtension
supplémentaire maximum + 2200
Égal à la sortie totale du générateur requise 5675
GESTION DE L’ÉNERGIE
Pour prolonger la durée de vie du générateur et des appareils
reliés, il est important d’effectuer l’ajout de charges électriques
supplémentaires au générateur avec soin. Rien ne doit être
connectéauxsorties dugénérateuravantle démarragedu moteur.
Unegestioncorrecteetentoutesécuritédel’énergiedugénérateur
consiste à ajouter des charges en séquence :
1. Sans appareil connecté au générateur, mettre le moteur en
marche de la façon décrite dans ce manuel.
2. Brancher etmettre enmarchelapremièrecharge,depréférence
la plus importante.
3. Laisser la sortie du générateur se stabiliser (le moteur tourne
régulièrement et l’appareil relié fonctionne correctement).
4. Brancher et mettre la charge suivante en marche.
5. Une fois de plus, laisser le générateur se stabiliser.
6. Répéter les étapes 4 et 5 pour chaque charge
supplémentaire.
Ne jamais ajouter de charges supérieures à la capacité du
générateur. Bien veiller à considérer les charges de surtension
comme décrit précédemment.
Outil ou appareil
Watts
de fonc-
tionnement
continus
typiques*
Watts de
surten-
sion (dé-
marrage)
typiques*
Appareils courants
Ampoule−75watts 75 75
Réfrigérateur/congélateur 700 2200
Pompedevidange−1/2ch 1050 2200
Pompedepuits−1/3ch 1000 1500
Chauffe-eau électrique 4000 0
Chauffage/climatisation
Ventilateur de générateur d’air
chaud−1/2ch 800 2350
Climatiseur de fenêtre - 10 000 BTU 1200 1800
Radiateur d’appoint 1800 0
Cuisine
Micro-ondes - 1000 watts 1000 0
Machine à café 1000 0
Cuisinière électrique - réchaud
unique 2100 0
Grille-pain four 1200 0
Salle familiale
Magnétoscope 100 0
Lecteur de CD/DVD 100 0
Récepteur stéréo 450 0
Télévisioncouleur−27pouces 500 0
Autre
Système de sécurité 500 0
Fer à cheveux 1500 0
Télécommande d’ouvre-porte de
garage - 1/2 ch 875 2350
Sèche-cheveux−1/2ch 1250 0
Site de travail/atelier
Lampe de travail quartz-halogène 1000 0
Pulvérisateursansair−1/3ch 600 1200
Scie alternative 960 0
Perceuseélectrique−1/2ch 600 900
Sciecirculaire−185mm(7-1/4po) 1400 2300
Scieàonglet−255mm(10po) 1800 1800
Raboteuse/dégauchisseuse−152
mm (6 po) 1800 1800
Scie circulaire à table/scie circulaire
tous azimuts - 255 mm (10 po) 2000 2000
Compresseur à air - 1 ch 1600 4500
*Les wattages indiqués sont approximatifs. Vérifier le wattage
sur l’outil ou l’appareil.
ATTENTION :
Ne pas surcharger la capacité du générateur. Le dépassement
de la capacité du wattage/de l’ampérage du générateur peut
endommager le générateur et/ou les appareils électriques qui
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CARACTÉRISTIQUES ÉLECTRIQUES
TAILLE DU CÂBLE DU CORDON PROLONGATEUR
Voir le tableau ci-dessous pour vérifier que la taille de câble des cordons prolongateurs utilisés est capable de porter la charge
requise. Des tailles de câbles inadéquates peuvent causer une chute de tension qui peut griller l’appareil et surchauffer le cordon.
Courant
en
ampères
Charge en
watts Longueur de cordon permise maximum
À
120 V À 240 V Fil de calibre 8 Fil de calibre 10 Fil de calibre 12 Fil de calibre 14 Fil de calibre 16
2.5 300 600 305 m (1000 pieds) 183 m (600 pieds) 114 m (375 pieds) 76 m (250 pieds)
5600 1200 152 m (500 pieds) 91 m (300 pieds) 61 m (200 pieds) 38 m (125 pieds)
7.5 900 1800 107 m (350 pieds) 61 m (200 pieds) 38 m (125 pieds) 31 m (100 pieds)
10 1200 2400 76 m (250 pieds) 46 m (150 pieds) 31 m (100 pieds) 15 m (50 pieds)
15 1800 3600 46 m (150 pieds) 31 m (100 pieds) 20 m (65 pieds)
20 2400 4800 53 m (175 pieds) 38 m (125 pieds) 23 m (75 pieds)
25 3000 6000 46 m (150 pieds) 31 m (100 pieds)
30 3600 7200 38 m (125 pieds) 20 m (65 pieds)
40 4800 9600 27 m (90 pieds)
CHARGES DU MOTEUR ÉLECTRIQUE
Les moteurs électriques courants en fonctionnement normal tirent jusqu’à six fois leur courant de fonctionnement lors du démarrage.
Ce tableau peut être utilisé pour estimer les watts requis pour démarrer les moteurs électriques « code G » ; cependant, si un moteur
électrique ne démarre pas ou n’atteint pas sa vitesse de fonctionnement, éteindre immédiatement l’appareil ou l’outil pour éviter
d’endommager l’équipement. Toujours vérifier les exigences de l’outil ou de l’appareil utilisé par rapport à la sortie nominale du
générateur.
Taille du
moteur (ch)
Watts de
fonctionnement
Watts requis pour le démarrage du moteur
Répulsion Induction Condensateur Phase auxiliaire
1/8 275 600 850 1200
1/6 275 600 850 2050
1/4 400 850 1050 2400
1/3 450 975 1350 2700
1/2 600 1300 1800 3600
3/4 850 1900 2600 —
1 1100 2500 3300 —

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CARACTÉRISTIQUES PRINCIPALES
DU GROUPE ELECTROGENE
Moteur Subaru OHC
Chemise de cylindres en fonte
Prises sur tableau de commande
Retenue de cordon
Réservoir de carburant d’une contenance de 15.1 litres
(4 gallons)
Pare-étincelles
Sans balais génératrice
Kit de transport
TABLEAU DE COMMANDE
A. Prise double de 120 V, 20 A
20 ampères de courant peuvent être dessinés de chaque
moitié de la prise. La charge totale doit cependant rester dans
les limites indiquées sur la plaque signalétique. Ces prises
peuvent s’utiliser en conjonction avec la prise à verrouillage à
condition que le générateur ne soit pas surchargée.
B. Prise à verrouillage de 120/240 V, 20 A
Cette prise de 120/240 V fournit un maximum de 20 A à
condition que ce soit la seule utilisée. La charge totale doit
par ailleurs rester dans les limites indiquées sur la plaque
signalétique. Si la prise de 120/240 V est utilisée en conjonction
avec les prises de 120 V, la charge totale ne doit pas dépasser
les limites indiquées sur la plaque.
C. Disjoncteurs
Les prises sont protégées par un disjoncteur alternatif. En
cas de surcharge ou de court-circuit extérieur, le disjoncteur
saute. Si cela se produit, débrancher tout appareil relié au groupe
électrogène et essayer de déterminer la cause du problème
avant d’essayer de le réutiliser. Si le disjoncteur saute en raison
d’une surcharge, réduire la charge. REMARQUE : Le groupe
électrogène ou les appareils branchés dessus peuvent se
trouver abîmés si le disjoncteur saute continuellement.
Appuyer sur le bouton du disjoncteur pour le réenclencher.
D. Retenue de cordon
Le retenue de cordon est un dispositif qui empêche la fiche
de ressortir accidentellement d’une prise de 120 volts.

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OUTILS NÉCESSAIRES : Cliquet à rochet de 7/16 po, 1/2 po, et 9/16 po, blocs de bois (minimum de 6 po de hauteur)
Reportez-vous à la liste des pièces et au dessin des pages 36 à 38.
INSTALLATION DES ROUES
Faire reposer l’extrémité de la génératrice à l’opposé de celle où se trouve le capuchon du réservoir d’essence sur un bloc de
façon à pouvoir effectuer la pose de la roue.
Insérer une bague d’espacement (article 43) dans le centre de la roue (article 35).
Enfiler le boulon de 3/8 x 4.25 po (article 41) et rondelle de 3/8 po (article 38) dans la roue (article 35), puis dans le support de la
roue sur le transporteur, en le plaçant de façon à ce que le côté le plus en creux du moyeu de la roue repose contre le support.
Enfiler l’écrou à frein élastique de 3/8 po (article 42) sur le boulon et serrer de façon à bien fixer la roue sur la transporteur.
Procéder de la même façon pour l’autre roue.
INSTALLATION DU PIED
Monter le pied (article 37) sur le support de pied (article 50) au moyen d’un boulon de 1/4-20 x 1.5 po (article 48). Fixer
l’ensemble en vissant sur le boulon un écrou nyloc (article 13), avec une rondelle (article 49). Attention : ne pas trop serrer,
pour ne pas écraser le matériau du pied.
En bloquant le côté alternateur de la génératrice, mettre en place le support de pied sous
le profilé en U. Visser un boulon de 5/16-18 x 1 po (article 36) dans les trous de fixation,
puis visser sur le boulon un écrou bride de 5/16 po (article 15), pour fixer le support de
pied au profilé.
POIGNEE VERROUILLANT
Attacher le lanyard (article 39) à l’épingle de relâchement (article 44) et le transporteur
selon l’illustration.
Pour verrouiller la poignée (article 31) dans la position étendue, aligner les trous dans le
support de poignée avec les trous dans le support de transporteur et insérer l’épingle de
relâchement (article 44).
L’insertion capuchon (article 45) dans les fins de poignée (article 31).
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