PowerPro Technology 56101 User manual

2-Stroke 900 Rated Watt Generator
Item # 56101
Owner’s Manual
Manual del Propietario
FEATURES:
1000 Surge Watt Output
900 Rated Watt Output (7.5Amps at 120Volts)
2 HP Single Cylinder 2-Stroke Engine
One (1) 120Volt AC Receptacle
One (1) 12Volt DC Receptacle
Circuit Reset for AC Receptacle
Circuit Reset for DC Receptacle
One (1) Gallon Fuel Tank
Fuel Mix 50 to 1 (Gasoline to Oil)
Five (5) Hours Run Time at Half Load
EPA and CARB Certified
Low Noise Generator
Spark Arrestor

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GENERATOR IDENTIFICATION
For information and questions, please contact the Customer Service Help Line by calling 800-232-
1195. Certain information will be requested by the Customer Service Representative and to facilitate
that, please fill in the information below.
Refer to the illustration below for the location of Serial Number. Record generator information in the
spaces provided below.
DATE OF PURCHASE: ______________________________________________
PURCHASED FROM: ______________________________________________
GENERATOR MODEL NUMBER: ____________________________________
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER: _________________________________________
Fig.1 - Engine Serial Number Location
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
GENERATOR IDENTIFICATION................................................................................................i
INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................1
NOTICE REGARDING EMISSIONS ...........................................................................................1
SAFETY INFORMATION..............................................................................................................2
SAFETY SYMBOLS AND MEANINGS.......................................................................................2
GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES...........................................................................................3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...................................................................................5
GENERATOR COMPONENTS.....................................................................................................6
ASSEMBLY......................................................................................................................................7
GENERATOR PREPARATION....................................................................................................7
Step 1 –Mixing Fuel for 2-Stroke Engines....................................................................................7
Step 2 - Filling the Fuel Tank.........................................................................................................8
Step 3- Ground the Generator.........................................................................................................9
STARTING THE GENERATOR...................................................................................................9
SUBSEQUENT STARTING OF THE GENERATOR...............................................................11
Step 1–Check the Fuel Level.......................................................................................................12
Step 2- Ground the Generator.......................................................................................................12
USING THE GENERATOR .........................................................................................................13
AC Usage......................................................................................................................................13
DC Usage......................................................................................................................................15
STOPPING THE GENERATOR..................................................................................................16
MAINTENANCE / CARE.............................................................................................................16
Cleaning the Generator.................................................................................................................16
Air Cleaner Maintenance .............................................................................................................17
Spark Plug Maintenance...............................................................................................................17
Draining the Fuel Tank.................................................................................................................17
STORAGE / TRANSPORT PROCEDURES ..............................................................................18
SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................................................19
TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................................................20
EXPLODED VIEW........................................................................................................................21
PARTS LIST...................................................................................................................................22
WIRING DIAGRAM.....................................................................................................................23
NOTES.............................................................................................................................................24
WARRANTY STATEMENT........................................................................................................25

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INTRODUCTION
Thank You for Purchasing a Power Pro Product.
This manual provides information regarding the safe operation and maintenance of this product.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this manual. Power Pro
reserves the right to change this product and specifications at any time without prior notice.
Please keep this manual available to all users during the entire life of the generator.
Special Messages
This manual contains special messages to bring attention to potential safety concerns, generator
damage as well as helpful operating and servicing information. Please read all the information
carefully to avoid injury and machine damage.
Questions? Problems?
In order to answer questions and solve problems in the most efficient and speedy manner,
contact Customer Service at: [phone] M-F 8-5 CST

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Before operating this generator read and observe all warnings, cautions, and instructions on
this sheet, on the generator, and in the Owner’s Manual.
NOTE: The following safety information is not meant to cover all possible conditions and
situations that may occur. Read the entire Owner’s Manual for safety and operating
instructions. Failure to follow instructions and safety information could result in serious
injury or death.
This safety alert symbol is used to identify safety information about hazards
that can result in personal injury.
A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION)is
used with the alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and the potential severity of injury. In addition,
a hazard symbol may be used to represent the type of hazard.
DANGERindicates a hazard, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING indicates a hazard, which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTIONindicates a hazard, which, if not avoided, might result in minor or
moderate injury.
CAUTION, when used without the alert symbol, indicates a situation that could
result in damage to the engine or generator.
SAFETY SYMBOLS AND MEANINGS

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GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES
For any questions regarding the hazard and safety notices listed in this manual or on the
product, please call [phone] M-F 8-5 CST before using the generator.
DANGER: CARBON MONOXIDE. Using a generator indoors CAN KILL
YOU IN MINUTES.
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO). This is a poison gas you
cannot see or smell. If you can smell the generator exhaust, you are breathing CO.
But even if you cannot smell the exhaust, you could be breathing CO.
NEVER use a generator inside homes, garages, crawlspaces, or other partly enclosed
areas. Deadly levels of carbon monoxide can build up in these areas. Using a fan or
opening windows and doors does NOT supply enough fresh air.
ONLY use a generator outside and far away from windows, doors, and vents. These
openings can pull in generator exhaust.
Even if you use a generator correctly, CO may leak into the home. ALWAYS use a battery-
powered or battery-backup CO alarm in the home.
If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak after the generator has been running, move to fresh
air RIGHT AWAY. See a doctor. You may have carbon monoxide poisoning.
WARNING: The exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING: This generator may emit highly
flammable and explosive gasoline vapors, which can
cause severe burns or even death, if ignited. A nearby open flame can lead to
explosion even if not directly in contact with gasoline.
Do not operate near open flame.
Do not smoke near generator.
Always operate on a firm, level surface.
Always turn generator off before refueling. Allow generator to cool for at least 2
minutes before removing fuel cap. Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in tank.
Do not overfill fuel tank. Gasoline may expand during operation. Do not fill to the
top of the tank. Allow for expansion.
Always check for spilled fuel before operating.
Empty fuel tank before storing or transporting the generator.
Before transporting, turn fuel valve to off and disconnect spark plug wire.

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WARNING: This generator produces powerful voltage, which can
result in electrocution.
ALWAYS ground the generator before using it (see the “Ground the Generator”
portion of the “Generator Preparation” section).
Generator should only be plugged into electrical devices, either directly or with an
extension cord. NEVER connect to a building electrical system without a qualified
electrician. Such connections must comply with local electrical laws and codes.
Failure to comply can create a back-feed, which may result in serious injury or death
to utility workers.
Use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) in highly conductive areas such as
metal decking or steel work. GFCIs are available in-line with some extension cords.
Do not use in rainy conditions.
Do not touch bare wires or receptacles (outlets).
Do not allow children or non-qualified persons to operate.
WARNING: This generator produces heat when running. Temperatures
near exhaust can exceed 150ºF (65ºC).
Do not touch hot surfaces. Pay attention to warning labels on the generator identifying
hot parts of the machine.
Allow generator to cool down after use before touching engine or areas of the generator
that become hot during use.
CAUTION: Misuse of this generator can damage it or shorten its life.
Use generator only for its intended purposes.
Operate only on dry, level surfaces.
Allow generator to run for several minutes before connecting electrical devices.
Shut off and disconnect any malfunctioning devices from generator.
Do not exceed the wattage capacity of the generator by plugging in more electrical devices
than the unit can handle.
Do not turn on electrical devices until after they are connected to the generator.
Turn off all connected electrical devices before stopping the generator.
Push the engine ON/OFF switch to the OFF position

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS –This manual contains important instructions for the
Power Pro 1000 generator.
Generators vibrate in normal use. During and after the use of the generator, inspect the
generator as well as extension and power supply cords connected to it for damage resulting
from vibration. Have damaged items repaired or replaced as necessary. Do not use plugs or
cords that show signs of damage such as broken or cracked insulation or damaged blades.
For power outages, permanently installed stationary generators are better suited for
providing backup power to the home. Even a properly connected portable generator can
become overloaded. This may result in overheating or stressing the generator components,
possibly leading to a generator failure.
WARNING:When this generator is used to supply a building wiring system:
Generator must be installed by a qualified electrician and connected to a transfer switch as
a separately derived system in accordance with the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70.
The generator shall be connected to a transfer switch that switches all conductors other than
the equipment grounding conductor. The frame of the generator shall be connected to an
approved grounding electrode.
In addition to the previous safety notices, please become familiar with the safety and hazard
markings on the generator. Any questions as to the meaning of the warnings, please call Customer
Service at 800-232-1195.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Your generator comes with the items listed below. Please check to see that all of the following
items are included with your generator.
If there are any damaged or missing items, please call [phone] M-F 8-5 CST for
customer service.
Contents:
Model 1000 Two-Stroke Generator
Carrying Handle w/2 attaching bolts
DC Cord with alligator clips
Spark Plug Wrench

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GENERATOR COMPONENTS
Please familiarize yourself with the locations and functions of the various components and controls
of your generator.
Fig.2 - Component Location
(1) Fuel Cap- Access to the fuel tank for adding
fuel.
(2) Volt Meter-Shows the voltage number.
(3) AC Circuit Reset Button-Reset button that
protects the generator from AC outlet overload.
(4) DC Circuit Reset Button- Reset button that
protects the generator from DC outlet overload.
(5) 120 Volt AC Receptacle- To connect electrical
devices that run on 120Volt, 60 Hz, single phase, AC
current.
(6) DC Terminal- For charging 12 V batteries.
(7) Air Cleaner- a removable, cleanable, sponge-like
element that limits the amount of dirt pulled into the
engine.
(8) Choke Lever- Adjusts the amount of air let into the
engine.
(9) Recoil Starter- Pull-cord for starting engine.
(10) Fuel Valve- Allows fuel to enter engine.
(11) Engine Switch- Used to start/stop engine.
(12) Carrying Handle –for easy transport.
(13) Spark Plug- Provides proper engine ignition.
(14) Muffler- Reduces engine noise.
(15) Ground Terminal- Connect grounding wires here
to properly ground unit.
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ASSEMBLY
In order to best protect the generator while in the package, this product comes with some
components disassembled. Please complete the following assembly steps before proceeding to use
the generator. For ease of assembly, we recommend attaching the components in the order listed in
this manual.
If after reading this section, you are unsure about how to perform any of the steps, please call (800)
232-1195 M-F 8-5 CST for customer service.
Attaching the Carrying handle
Remove the 2 bolts and 2 washers.
Place the 2 bolts and washers into the carrying handle.
Position the handle over the threaded holes in the fuel tank.
Tighten bolts using the screwdriver until bolts are snug.
GENERATOR PREPARATION
Using the Generator for the First Time
The following section describes steps necessary to prepare the generator for use. If after
reading this section, you are unsure about how to perform any of the steps please call (800) 232-
1195 M-F 8-5 CST for customer service. Failure to perform these steps properly can damage
the generator or shorten its life.
Step 1 –Mixing Fuel for 2-Stroke Engines
Oil and Fuel Specifications
a. Oil
To operate the engine, use a high quality 2 Cycle oil mixed with unleaded gasoline at a
ratio of 50 to 1. See table below for mixing amounts.
Note: Use NMMA or TC-WII or TC-W3 or JASO FB or FASO FC classified oil in the
mixture.
b. Gasoline
Use unleaded regular, unleaded premium, or gasoline containing 10% ethanol. Fuel must
be fresh and clean. Never use gasoline stored for long periods.