Hyundai HCP3550 User manual

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3550
Portable Gasoline Generator
User Manual

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©2013 Hyundai Power Equipment. All Rights Reserved.
Licensed by Hyundai Corporation, Korea.
HCP3550-1212-02

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Thank you for purchasing this Hyundai Power Equipment
Generator.
Please register this product in order to ensure warranty
service in the future.
This manual covers the safety, operation and maintenance
procedures for the HCP3550.
All information in this publication is based on the latest
product information available at the time of print.
Visit www.powerbyhyundai.com for manual updates and
operation notices.
No part of this publication may be reproduced without
written permission. Please keep this manual together with
the Owners Card. Contact Hyundai Power Equipment at
the numbers listed on the Owners Card if warranty service
is required.
It is important that anyone operating this product read and
understand the manual prior to use.

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Warranty Information
Warranty service, operation assistance and product support is provided by
Midland International Inc., a licensed manufacturer of Hyundai Power Equipment.
www.powerbyhyundai.com
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
CUSTOMER SERVICE
1-877-528-3772 (toll-free)
SALES
1-503-534-3684
Component Certifications
1-877-528-3772 (toll-free)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 - OPERATION SAFETY
1.1 - Operation Safety 8
1.2 - AC Safety Guidelines 9
1.3 - Maintenance Safety 9
1.4 - Other Safety Hazards 10
2.0 - COMPONENTS
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3.0 - PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION
3.1 - Engine Oil Check 14
3.2 - Fuel Level Check 15
3.3 - Air Filter Check 16
4.0 - OPERATION
4.1 - Mounting Instructions 17
4.2 - Starting the Generator 19
4.3 - Using the Generator 21
4.4 - Stopping the Generator 21
5.0 - MAINTENANCE
5.1 - Importance of Maintenance 22
5.2 - Maintenance Schedule 22
5.3 - General Inspection 23
5.4 - Air Filter Service 23
5.5 - Oil Maintenance 24
5.6 - Spark Plug Service 25
5.7 - Handling and Storage 26
6.0 - TROUBLESHOOTING 27
7.0 - SPECIFICATIONS 28
8.0 - WIRING DIAGRAMS 29
WARRANTY 30

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SAFETY
1.1 - Operation Safety
• Always perform a pre-operation check before starting the engine.
• Properly clean and maintain the equipment.
• Operate the generator according to instructions for safe and dependable
service.
• Read user manual carefully before operating this product! Failure to do
so may result in serious harm to the user and to the equipment.
• Before operating the generator, read the user manual carefully.
Otherwise, it may result in personal injuries or equipment damage.
• Never run the generator in an enclosed area to avoid harm from exhaust
emissions of a poisonous carbon monoxide gas.
• Be careful not to touch the exhaust system, compressor pump or
discharge tubing during operation due to risk of burns.
• Pay attention to the warning labels. The engine exhaust system will
become heated during operation and remain hot immediately after the
engine is stopped.
• Gasoline is a highly ammable and explosive liquid. Refuel in a well
ventilated area with the engine stopped.
• When refueling the generator, keep it away from cigarettes, open ames,
smoke and/or sparks.
• Connections for standby power to a building’s electrical system must be
done by a qualied electrician and must comply with all applicable laws
and electrical codes. Improper connections may cause serious injuries
to electrical workers during a power outage, and when the utility power
is restored, the generator may explode or cause res.
• Place the generator at least 3 feet away from buildings or other
equipment during operation.
• Run the generator on a level surface. Tilting the generator may result in
fuel spills.

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• Know how to stop the generator quickly and understand operation of
all the controls. Never permit anyone to operate the generator without
proper instructions.
• Keep children, pets and machinery with rotating parts away during
operation.
• Do not operate the generator in rain or snow.
• Do not allow any moisture to come in contact with the generator.
• Do not touch the spark plug while the engine is operating or shortly after
the engine has been shut down
1.2 - AC Safety Guidelines
Before connecting the generator to an electrical device or power cord:
• Make sure that everything is in proper working order. Faulty devices or
power cords can lead to an electrical shock.
• Turn off the generator immediately if the device begins to operate
abnormally. Then disconnect the device and investigate the problem.
• Make sure that the electrical rating of the device does not exceed that of
the generator. If the power level of the device is between the maximum
output power and the running power of the generator, the generator
should not be used for more than 30 minutes.
• The connections from the generator to the household power supply
should be done by professional electrical technicians. Improper
connections may lead to a re hazard or damages to the generator set.
1.3 - Maintenance Safety
• After any maintenance is performed, wash immediately using soap and
clean water because repeated exposure to lubricant may cause skin
irritation.
• Do not clean the lter element with ammable liquids like gasoline
because an explosion may occur.
• Turn off the engine before performing any maintenance. Otherwise it can
cause severe personal injury or death.

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• Allow the generator set to cool down before performing any
maintenance.
• Always wear safety glasses when cleaning the generator set with air.
• Do not clean the generator set with a pressure washer because it can
cause damage to the generator set.
• Before working with batteries, ventilate the area, wear safety glasses, do
not smoke and always disconnect the negative cable rst and reconnect
it last.
• Use rubber gloves when coming into contact with engine oil.
• Always stop the generator set before removing the oil ller cap.
• Only qualied maintenance personnel with knowledge of fuels,
electricity, and machinery hazards should perform maintenance
procedures.
1.4 - Other Safety Hazards
• To avoid breathing in poisonous carbon monoxide from the exhaust
gases, adequate ventilation should be provided if the generator set is
running in a partially enclosed space.
• If the generator set is stored outdoors, check all the electrical
components on the control panel before each use. Moisture can
damage the generator and can lead to an electric shock.

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2.0 - COMPONENTS
2.1 - Identification of Components
Fuel Gauge Fuel Tank
Fuel Cap
Choke Lever
Front Panel
Oil Dipstick
Fuel Valve
Recoil Starter Handle
Air Cleaner

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HCP3550
COMMERCIAL
BLUE COMPONENTS REQUIRE
ATTENTION DURING STARTUP
PRESTAR ATENCIÓN A LOS
COMPONENTES EN AZUL DURANTE
EL ENCENDIDO
3500W
MAXIMUM POWER
POTENCIA MÁXIMA
3000W
RUNNING POWER
POTENCIA DURANTE EL
FUNCIONAMIENTO
ARRANQUE DEL MOTOR
VOTAGE SWITCH
VOLTAGE TENSION
MASTER
BREAKER
INTERRUPTOR
PRINCIPAL
ON
MARCHE
OFF
ARRÊT
120V 120/V
240V
120V 20A AC/CA
LOW OIL
ACEITE BAJO G
120V/240V
14.5A AC/CA
Master
Breaker
Switch
120V AC
Receptacle
On/Off
Switch
120/240V
Twistlock
Receptacle
Low Oil
Light
Ground
Terminal
Voltage
Switch
Enjuague con un producto solvente de
solvente cada 45 o 50 horas de utilización.
se realiza en condiciones de mucho polvo.
Una vez que esté limpio y seco, sumerja el
de aceite y reinstale.
MANTENIMIENTO
DEL FILTRO DE AIRE
Rinse with cleansing solvent and dry.
every 10 hours if operating under dusty
oil when clean and dry, then squeeze out
excessive oil and reinstall.
Antes de apagar el motor, DESCONECTE TODOS LOS EQUIPOS QUE ESTEN
CONECTADOS AL GENERADOR o desconecte el interruptor de circuitos para
evitar daños al alternador
ATENCION!
•Nunca añadir combustible cuando el motor esté funcionando.
•combustible cuando el motor esté caliente
•Siempre añadir combustible en un área ventilada
•Limpiar bien cualquier derrame de combustible
ATENCION!
THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO U.S. EPA
REGULATIONS FOR 2012
CE MOTEUR EST CONFORME AUX NORMES EPA
AMÉRICAINES POUR 2012.
Engine Family Name
Nom de famille du moteur
CCPTS.2081PL
Engine Displacement
Déplacement du moteur
208cc
Date of Establishment
Date d’établissement
07/2012
Exhaust Emission Control
Contrôle d’échappement du moteur
EM
Emission Compliance Period
Période de conformité d’échappement
125HR
Lubricant Requirement
Requie du lubrifiant
10W-30
Chongqing Panlong Technology
Development Co. Ltd.

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SUPERFICIES CALIENTES! MANTENGA
LEJOS DE LOS GASES DE ESCAPE
ATENCION!
Lea, entienda y siga todas las instrucciones de funcionamiento descritas en el manual del usuario. Si usted no sigue las
instrucciones corre riesgo de muerte, heridas graves y daño del equipo. Nunca adicione combustible mientras el motor
está funcionando. El derrame de combustible diesel sobre las partes calientes del motor puede causar fuego. Siempre
limpie cualquier derrame de combustible diesel inmediatamente. Siempre apague el motor y permita que se refresque
antes de adicionar combustible al generador. Mantenga siempre el generador alejado del humo, alguna llama o chispa.
Si opera el generador en condiciones húmedas o mojadas corre riesgo de shock o electrocución. Siempre mantenga
secos el generador y el lugar donde descansa el mismo. Nunca toque el silenciador o las piezas del motor después del
funcionamiento. Siempre manténgase alejado de los gases de escape del motor. Nunca lo conecte al sistema eléctrico
principal de un edicio a menos que exista un transformador debidamente instalado por un electricista calicado.
ATENCION!
Read, understand and follow all safety and operating instructions provided in the user’s manual.
Failure to follow the instructions can lead to deaths, serious injuries and equipment damage. Never
add fuel when the engine is running. Diesel spillage on hot engine parts can cause re. Always clean
spilled diesel immediately. Always turn off the engine and allow the engine to cool down before
refuelling the generator. Always keep the generator away from smoke, open ames or sparks.
Operating the generator in wet or damp conditions can lead to shock or electrocution. Always keep
the generator and the surface it sits on dry. Never touch the mufer and engine parts after running.
Always stay away from hot exhaust gases. Never connect to a building’s electrical system unless a
transfer switch has been installed by a qualied electrician.
WARNING/ADVERTENCIA
CHECK THE OIL LEVEL IF THE ENGINE STOPS OR IF
THE LOW OIL LEVEL WARNING LIGHT IS ON.
VERIFIQUE EL NIVEL DE ACEITE SI EL MOTOR DEJA DE
FUNCIONAR O SI EL INDICADOR DE NIVEL BAJO DE
ACEITE SE MANTIENE ENCENDIDO
17L / 4.5GAL
UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY
87+ OCTANE • 10% ETHANOL MAX
SOLO GASOLINA SIN PLOMO
3550
HCP
(On Fuel Cap)
7.0HP
HX208
•NO USAR NUNCA DENTRO DE LA CASA O
EL GARAJE, AUN CUANDO LAS PUERTAS Y
VENTANAS ESTEN ABIERTAS
•UTILIZAR SIEMPRE EN EXTERIORES Y
BIEN ALEJADO* DE VENTANAS, PUERTAS Y
SALIDAS DE AIRE
ADVERTENCIA!
(Centred on Top of Tank)
HCP3550
3000W
3500W
12V/100W
7-15Hrs
Gasoline

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3.0 Pre-Operation Inspection
Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide. Never run the generator
in an enclosed area. Be sure to provide adequate ventilation. Operate the
generator on a level surface. If the generator is tilted, fuel spillage may result.
Keep away from rotating parts while the generator is running. The generator is
air-cooled and may be damaged if ventilation is inadequate.
3.1 - Engine Oil Check
1. Ensure the generator is on a level surface.
2. Inspect engine oil:
• Take out the oil ller cap and clean the dipstick.
• Check the oil level by reinserting the oil ller cap without rotating it.
Remove the oil ller cap and examine the oil level. If the oil level is at
or below the lower level, rell the oil to the upper limit mark. (10W30)
Reinsert the oil ller cap and tighten securely. (Refer to gure)
Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service life. Non-
detergent or vegetable oils are not recommended.

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3.2 - Fuel Level Check
1. Check the fuel level by reading the gauge or removing the fuel tank cap
to visually check the level.
2.
(Refer to Figure)
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive under certain conditions. Refuel in
a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. Do not smoke or allow open
flames or sparks in the area where the generator is being refueled or where
gasoline is stored. Do not overfill the tank. Be careful not to spill fuel when
refueling. Wipe up any spilled gasoline and let the area dry before starting the
engine.
Gasoline substitutes such as gasohol are not recommended. They may be
harmful to the fuel system components

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3.3 - Check the Air Filter
1. Loosen the knob and remove the air lter cover. Remove the air lter
element and observe for cleanliness.
2. Clean the air lter element with soap and water or solvent. Squeeze dry
and then soak in clean engine oil.
3. Squeeze out all excess oil and reinstall. Replace the element if it is
damaged.
Check the air filter using the maintenance schedule. Always inspect air filter
before using the generator. Clean Air Filter every 3 months or after 50hrs of
operation according Section 5.4: Air Filter Service procedure.

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4.0 - OPERATION
4.1 - Mounting Instructions

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Attach the handle bar to the upper frame of the generator. Tighten the
bolts (14) and nuts (7) to the upper frame of the generator.
2. Attach the two peg stands to the bottom of the frame of the generator
Tighten the two bolts (6) and two nuts (7) to the lower frame of the generator.
3. Place the two wheels (5) on the wheel axle (4) and then secure the wheels
using the washer (8) and cotter pin (9) to the wheel axle (4).
4. Attach the wheel axle (4) to the bottom of the generator frame. Align the
bolts (6) with the holes on the bottom of the generator and fasten tightly
with the nuts (7) provided. Refer to the gure.
NUMBER PART NAME QUANTITY
1 Rubber Feet 2
2 Rubber Handle 1
3 Bolt M6 x 10 2
4 Wheel Axle 1
5 Wheel 2
6Bolt M8 x 16 8
7 Nut M8 11
8 Washer 2
9 Cotter Pin 2
10 Axle Holder 1
11 Stand 2
12 Connecting Block 1
13 Handle 1
14 Bolt M8 x 45 3

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4.2 - Starting the Generator Set
GROUND TERMINAL
Before using generator, a ground wire must be connected to the ground terminal.
The Ground terminal is located on the Front Panel. Before using the ground terminal
Ground Terminal Symbol:
The HCP3550 generator can be started using three methods.
• Recoil Start Method
1. Rotate the fuel valve lever to ON position (Vertical position).
2. If the engine is cold: Pull the choke lever oto the closed position
RECOIL START METHOD

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3. Disconnect all devices from the outlets on the generator panel.
4. Press the engine switch to the “ON” position.
5. Grasp the recoil starter handle and pull it until the engine starts.
Do not allow the recoil starter to snap back. Return it slowly by hand
6. Push the choke lever to the OPEN position as the engine warms up. The
choke is used to provide the proper mixture when the engine is cold.
It can be opened and closed by operating the choke lever manually by
moving the lever to the closed position to enrich the mixture for cold
starting.
7. Let the engine run for several minutes before pluggin g in any devices.
Using the generator while cold could damage both the generator and the
appliance.