Power Max PMG4000iSR User manual

Model: PMG4000iSR
Inverter Gasoline
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Warning: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this superior quality portable generator from PowerMax.
When operating and maintaining this product as instructed in this manual, your generator will give
you many years of reliable service.
Product Specications:
This generator is an engine-driven, portable generator. It is designed to supply electrical power to
operate tools, appliances, camping equipment, lighting, or serve as a backup power source during
power outages.
How to contact us:
You can contact us by Telephone: [phone], Email: [email protected], or write to us at:
PowerMax
11161 E SR 70, Suite 110-103
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
The emissions control system for this generator is compliant with all standards set by the Environmental Protection Agency.
Record the following information below for service or warranty assistance.
Date Of Purchase:
Model Number:
Serial Number:

Safety Rules
SAFETY SYMBOLS
Safety instructions
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which could result in serious
injury or death if not avoided.
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which could result in damage
to equipment or property.
The manufacturer cannot anticipate every possible hazardous circumstance that the user may encounter.
Therefore, the warnings in this manual, on tags, and on affixed decals are not all-inclusive. To avoid
accidents, the user must understand and follow all manual instructions and use common sense.
Read and understand this manual in its entirety before operating this generator.
Improper use of this generator could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING!
WARNING!
WARNING!
WARNING!
CAUTION!
Risk of explosionRisk of fireToxic Fumes
Risk of electric shock Hot surface
Do not operate indoors or in a confined space preventing dangerous
carbon monoxide gas from dissipating.
• Using a generator indoors WILL KILL YOU IN MINUTES!
• Carbon monoxide gas is a poisonous, odorless gas that can cause headache, confusion, fatigue, nausea,
fainting, sickness, seizures, or death. If you start to experience any of these symptoms, IMMEDIATELY get fresh
air and seek medical attention.
• Never use indoors, in a covered area, or in a confined space, even if doors and windows are open.
• Install a battery operated carbon monoxide alarm near bedrooms.
• Keep exhaust from this unit from entering a confined area through windows, doors, vents, or other openings.
• When working in areas where vapors could be inhaled, use a respirator mask according to all of its instructions.
Engine exhaust contains chemicals that lead to cancer and cause birth defects.
• Always wash hands after handling generator.
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WARNING!
WARNING!
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WARNING!
Never exceed generators wattage / amperage capacity. This could
damage the generator and / or connected electrical devices.
Never start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged in to the receptacles.
Failure to do so could damage the generator and / or connected electrical devices.
Avoid contacting hot areas of this unit
Pull cord recoils rapidly and pulls arm towards engine faster than
you can let go which could result in injury.
Starter and other moving parts can catch on clothing, jewelry, and hair.
Keep engine away from flammable objects and other hazardous materials.
• Check operating voltage and frequency requirements of all electrical devices prior to plugging them
into the generator.
• Always start the engine and let it stabilize before connecting any electronic devices.
• Disconnect all electronic devices before stopping the engine.
• Use caution around the muffler, cylinder, and other engine parts as they can be extremely hot.
• Allow hot components to cool before touching.
• To avoid recoil, pull starter cord slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly.
• Do not wear loose clothing or gloves.
• Remove jewelry or anything else that could be caught in moving parts.
• Tie back or wear protective head covering to contain long hair.
• The fuel and its vapors used to power this unit are highly flammable and could explode resulting in
serious injury or death.
• Never fill or drain fuel tank indoors.
• Never overfill fuel tank. If fuel spills, move the unit at least 30 feet away from the spill and wipe up
any remaining fuel on the unit before starting the engine.
• Never smoke while operating or fueling this unit.
• Never operate or store this unit near an open flame, heat, or any other ignition source.
• Generator should have at least 5 feet of clearance from buildings or other equipment during
operation.
• Keep engine free of grass, leaves, or grease which are flammable.
• When adding or draining fuel, unit should be turned off for at least 2 minutes to cool before removing
fuel cap. If unit has been running then the fuel cap is under pressure, remove slowly.
• To keep fuel from spilling, secure unit so it cannot tip while operating or transporting.
• When transporting unit, disconnect the spark plug wire and make sure the fuel tank is empty with the
3 in 1 switch is turned to the off position.
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Safety Rules

Safety Rules
WARNING! This generator produces a very high voltage which could result in burn or
electrocution causing serious injury or death
• Never handle the generator, electronic devices, or any cord while standing in water, while barefoot, or
when hands or feet are wet.
• Always keep the generator dry. Never operate generator in rain or under wet conditions.
• Use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) in a damp or highly conductive area, such as metal
decking or steel work.
• Never plug electronic devices into generator having frayed, worn, or bare wires. Never touch bare
wires or make contact with receptacles.
• Never permit a child or unqualified person to operate generator. Keep children a minimum of
10 feet away from the generator at all times.
• If using the generator for back up power, notify the utility company.
• If connecting generator to a building’s electrical system for standby power, you must use a
qualified electrician to install a transfer switch. Failure to isolate the generator from the power
utility could result in serious injury or death to electric utility workers.
WARNING! Generator must be properly grounded to prevent electrocution.
• Only operate generator on a level surface.
• Always connect the nut and ground terminal on the frame to an appropriate ground source.
WARNING!
WARNING!
WARNING!
Never modify this unit in any way or modify governed speed.
Only use this unit as it is intended or serious injury or death could result.
Never operate this unit if there are any broken or missing parts and only use
PowerMax replacement parts specifically designed for this unit.
• Increasing governing speed is dangerous which can result in personal injury and / or damaged equiment.
• Decreasing governing speed adds an excessive load and can damage equipment.
• Only when operating at the preset governing speed will this generator supply the correct rated
frquency and voltage.
• Do not bypass any safety device. Moving parts are covered with guards. Make sure all protective covers
are in place.
• Never transport or make adjustments to this unit while it is running.
• Never insert objects through cooling slots.
• Improper treatment of generator can damage the unit and shorten its life.
• Always repair this unit as specified in this manual. If you have any questions contact your dealer or consult
a qualified service center.
• Shut generator off if electrical outpost is missing, unit vibrates excessively or begins to smoke, spark or
emit flames.
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PROP 65 WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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