Guardian Technologies 004583-0 - Manual (Page 2)

Table of Contents
Residential Portable Generator System
Introduction .....................................................................................1
Read this manual Thoroughly .......................................................1
Safety Rules ....................................................................................2
Standards Index....................................................................3
Section 1 – General Information ...................................................4
1.1 Unpacking...............................................................................4
1.1.1 Accessory Box .........................................................4
1.2 Assembly ................................................................................4
1.2.1 Assembling the Wheel Kit ........................................4
1.2.2 Assembling the Handle ............................................4
1.2.3 Battery Connection ..................................................5
Section 2 – Operation ....................................................................6
2.1 Know the Generator ...............................................................6
2.2 Cord Sets and Connection Plugs ...........................................7
2.2.1 120 VAC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacle ....................7
2.2.2 120 VAC, 20 Amp, GFCI Receptacle .......................7
2.2.3 120 VAC, 30 Amp Receptacle .................................7
2.2.4 120/240 VAC, 30 Amp, Receptacle ..........................8
2.2.5 12 VDC, 10 Amp Receptacle ...................................8
2.2.6 120/240 VAC, 50 Amp, Receptacle ..........................8
2.3 How to Use the Generator .....................................................8
2.3.1 Grounding the Generator .........................................8
2.3.2 Connecting Electrical Loads ....................................9
2.4 Don’t Overload the Generator ................................................9
2.5 Wattage Reference Guide ......................................................9
2.6 Before Starting the Generator ..............................................10
2.6.1 Adding Engine Oil ..................................................10
2.6.2 Adding Gasoline ....................................................10
2.7 To Start the Engine ..............................................................11
2.8 Stopping the Engine .............................................................11
2.9 Automatic Idle Control ..........................................................12
2.10 Cold Weather Operation/De-Icer ..........................................12
2.11 Low Oil Pressure Shutdown System ....................................12
2.11.1 Initial Start-up.........................................................12
2.11.2 Sensing Low Oil Pressure .....................................12
2.11.3 Restarting ..............................................................12
2.12 Charging a Battery ...............................................................12
Section 3 – Maintenance .............................................................13
3.1 Maintenance Schedule .........................................................13
3.2 Product Specifications ..........................................................13
3.2.1 Generator Specifications........................................13
3.2.2 Engine Specifications ............................................13
3.3 General Recommendations ..................................................14
3.3.1 Generator Maintenance .........................................14
3.3.2 To Clean the Generator .........................................14
3.3.3 Engine Maintenance ..............................................14
3.3.4 Checking Oil Level .................................................14
3.3.5 Changing the Oil and Oil Filter ..............................14
3.3.6 Replacing the Spark Plug ......................................15
3.4 Service Air Cleaner ..............................................................15
3.5 Clean Spark Arrestor Screen ...............................................15
3.6 Adjusting Valve Clearance ....................................................16
3.7 General ...............................................................................16
3.8 Long Term Storage ...............................................................17
3.9 Other Storage Tips ...............................................................17
Section 4 – Troubleshooting ........................................................18
4.1 Troubleshooting Guide .........................................................18
Section 5 – Installation for Manual Transfer Switch .................19
5.1 Kit Includes ...........................................................................19
5.2 Tools Required .....................................................................19
5.3 Items that Must be Purchased .............................................19
5.4 Transfer Switch Installation ...................................................19
Section 6 – Operation Of Generator With
Manual Transfer Switch ...........................................23
6.1 Using the Portable Generator and Transfer Switch ..............23
6.2 Transfer to Generator Power Source
when Utility Power Fails .......................................................24
6.3 Transfer Back to Utility Power Source ..................................24
Section 7 – Notes .........................................................................25
Section 8 – Electrical Data ..........................................................27
Section 9 – Exploded Views and Parts Lists .............................32
Section 10 – Warranty ..................................................................44