DANGER! This generator is designed for outdoor use only. Never use this generator inside any building
or enclosure including the generator compartment of a recreational vehicle (RV). Carbon monoxide
poisoning, fire and/or an explosion may result. No user performed modifications, including venting of
exhaust and/or cooling ventilation, will eliminate the danger. Always have at least two feet of clearance on
all sides of the generator even while operating the unit outdoors.
DANGER! You must isolate the generator from the electric utility by opening the electrical systems main
circuit breaker or main switch if this unit is used for backup power. Failure to isolate the generator from
the power utility may result in injury or death to electric utility workers and damage to the generator
due to a backfeed of electrical energy.
The Emission Control System for this generator is warranted for standards set by the
Environmental Protection Agency. For warranty information refer to the engine owners manual.
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EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION
SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
GROUNDING THE
GENERATOR
Fuel Tank
Circuit Breakers (AC)
120 Volt, 30 Amp,
AC Receptacle
Engine Control
Switch
Fuel ShutOff
Valve
120/240 Volt, 20 Amp,
AC Receptacle
Grounding Wing Nut
120 Volt, 20 Amp, AC
Duplex Receptacles
Capscrew
Axle Stud
Handle
Grip
Jam Nut
Wheel
Washer
Retaining Pin
Nut
Support Leg
OPERATING THE
GENERATOR
Engine
Control
Switch
No Choke
Position
Grasp starter grip and pull slowly until you feel some
resistance. Then pull cord out with rapid full arm
stroke. Let rope return slowly. Do Not let rope snap
back against starter.
COLD WEATHER
OPERATION
Wind
RECEPTACLES
Professional/Contractor Uses
Tool/Appliance...................................................Watts
*1/3 hp airless sprayer............................................600
3/8" hammer drill.....................................................600
Variable speed Sawzall........................................960
" power drill ........................................................1000
Quartz-halogen work light.....................................1000
Belt sander ...........................................................1200
7 " circular saw ..................................................1500
7 " worm drive saw ............................................1600
*1 hp air compressor .........................................1800
*10" power miter saw............................................1800
6" bench grinder ...................................................1800
*6" table planer .....................................................1800
*10" table/radial arm saw......................................2000
Wire feed welder...................................................2400
* allow 3 times listed watts for starting this device
Recreational/Home Uses
Tool/Appliance...................................................Watts
AM/FM clock radio....................................................50
Light bulb ................................................................100
Fan .........................................................................200
20" color TV ............................................................400
*Deep freezer .........................................................500
Personal computer and 15" monitor .......................800
*1/3 hp furnace fan blower......................................800
Microwave oven......................................................800
*18 cu ft refrigerator................................................800
Sump pump ..........................................................1000
Electric skillet........................................................1250
* hp water well pump .........................................1400
*12,000 Btu window air conditioner ......................1400
Space heater ........................................................1800
Electric water heater.............................................4000
10
SPECIFICATIONS
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
RECOMMENDATIONS
Generator Storage
Clean the generator as outlined in To Clean the
Generator.
Check that cooling air slots and openings on
generator are open and unobstructed.
Engine Maintenance
See engine manual for instructions.
Generator Maintenance
Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit
clean and dry. Operate and store the unit in a clean
dry environment where it will not be exposed to
excessive dust, dirt, moisture or any corrosive vapors.
Cooling air slots in the generator must not become
clogged with snow, leaves or any other foreign
material.
Engine Storage
See engine owners manual for instructions.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Engine is running, but
no AC output is
available.
Engine runs good but
bogs down when loads
are connected.
Engine hunts or
falters.
Cause
1. Circuit breaker is open.
2. Poor connection or defective cord set.
3. Connected device is bad.
4. Fault in generator.
1. Short circuit in a connected load.
2. Generator is overloaded.
3.
4.
1.
2.
3.
4.
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Solution
1. Reset circuit breaker.
2. Check and repair.
3. Connect another device that is in
good condition.
4. Contact Tecumseh service facility.
1. Disconnect shorted electrical load.
2. See Dont Overload the Generator
on page 10.
3. Contact Tecumseh service facility.
4. Contact Generac service facility.
1. Set switch to On ().
2. Clean or replace air cleaner.
3. Fill fuel tank.
4. Drain gas tank and fill with fresh
fuel.
5. Connect wire to spark plug.
6. Replace spark plug.
7. Drain gas tank; fill with fresh fuel.
8. Put choke lever to no choke
position.
9. Fill crankcase to proper level.
10. Contact Tecumseh service facility.
11. Contact Tecumseh service facility.
12. Contact Tecumseh service facility.
1. Fill fuel tank.
2. Fill crankcase to proper level.
3. Contact Tecumseh service facility.
1. See Dont Overload the Generator
on page 10.
2. Replace air filter.
3. Contact Tecumseh service facility.
1. Move choke to halfway position till
engine runs smoothly.
2. Contact Tecumseh service facility.
ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC
13
WIRING DIAGRAM
14
Item
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
9
10
11
Part #
Qty. Description
87005A
2
PIN, Retaining
87280
2
WHEEL, 8" Diameter
93728
2
STUD, Axle
94222Q
2
JAM NUT, Lock 5/8" - 18
49808
2
WASHER, Flat
94034
1
LEG, Mounting
B84910
1
HANDLE, Lifting
75928
1
GRIP, Handle
39287
2
HHCS, M8 - 1.25 x 45
52858
2
NUT, Locking Hex M8 - 1.25
15
16
Part #
NSP
66825B
91825
Qty.
1
1
1
4
6
66365D
86307
1
4
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
74716J
65791
96796
75431
B91859J
81917
86308C
22769
B4225
70642
B4871
52858
76222
14353621
82881
86292
1
1
1
1
1
1
4
1
1
2
1
6
2
1
3
1
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
38150
23365
68740
B84324
92982
77374
93826
6
6
1
1
1
1
1
30
78831B
Description
ENGINE
CARRIER, Rear Bearing
ASSEMBLY, Brush & Bridge
Rectifier
ADAPTER, Housing
SCREW, Hex Hd 5/16-24 x
3/4 Sems
ASSEMBLY, Rotor
BEARING
WASHER, Special
BOLT, Rotor
ASSEMBLY, Stator
PIN, Roll M4 x 10
BOLT, Stator
WASHER, Shakeproof Int #10
DECAL, PP5000T
MOUNT, Vibration - 45
COVER, Bearing Carrier
LOCK NUT, M8-1.25 Flange
PPHMS, M8-1.25 x 40 mm
WIRE, Ground
WASHER, Internal Lock
SCREW, #10 Self Drilling x
3/4"
WASHER, #8 Flat
WASHER, Lock Serrated #8
FILTER, Fuel
SHIELD, Heat
DECAL, Danger
TANK, Gas Plastic 5 Gal.
DECAL, Operating
Instructions
CAPSCW., Hex Hd. M6 x 60
17
Item
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
Part #
94834
77395
78299
80270
81897
81919
68868
Qty.
1
4
1
1
1
1
1
38
39
68867
68759
1
1
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
84242
67989
74908
22264
51715
75207A
75207
26850
75475
2
2
4
6
6
1
2
2
6
49
50
51
52
53
54
57
59
60
63
64
65
85652
82308
86494
B4986
AB2265
67022
66849
22695
22694
83465
48031C
B2153
2
6
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
4
3
4
Description
CAP, with Fuel Gauge
NUT, Hex Lock - M6
BUSHING, Plastic Tank
VALVE, Plastic Tank
PANEL, Control
PANEL, Control Back Plastic
OUTLET,120 Volt 30 Amp
Locking
OUTLET, 120/240 Locking
OUTLET, 120 Volt 20 Amp
Duplex
GROMMET, Rubber
NUT, M8 Flange Serrated
SCREW, Hex M5 - 0.80 x 10
WASHER, #8 Lock
NUT, Hex - M4 - 0.7
CIRCUIT BREAKER - 30 Amp
CIRCUIT BREAKER - 20 Amp
WASHER, Shakeproof 1/4"
SCREW, M4 - 0.7 x 10 Pan
Head
MOUNT, Rubber
SCREW, Self Tapping
SCREW, M6 x 16 Wing
DECAL, Ground
CRADLE
GROMMET, Rubber
SCREW, M5 - 0.8 x 15
6-PIN CONNECTOR, Male
6-PIN CONNECTOR
GROMMET, Mounting Tank
CLAMP, Hose - 1/4"
SCREW, Self Driller #12-14 x
7/8"
NOTES
18
NOTES
19
LIMITED WARRANTY