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OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 580.327270 CUSTOMER _'-\. HELPLINE I-soo-===-3136 HOURS: Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m (CST) CAUTION: LRead and Follow all SafetyRule andlnstructions Before Operating This Equipment ... L. SEARS' ROEBUCK Part No. 99372 Revision I (4/2/96) 120 VOLT / 2500 WATT •...
TACT SPARK PLUG, TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, AUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WiRE WHERE IT CANNOT CON" ADJUSTING OR MAKING. THISGENERATOR IS DESIGNED ENCLOSURE, INCLUDING THE GENERATOR FIRE OR AN EXPLOSION MAY RESULT. ,NO USER PERFORMED AND!OR COOLING VENTILATION, •...
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Crafts- man Generator. it has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Cen- ter/Department or call the 1-800 number listed in this man- ual.
• KNOW YOUR GENERATOR R E:AD THiS OWN ER'S MAN UAL AN D SAFE _IR ittustra_onsV_th your generator, to familiarize yourself with 1he locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. GUIDE CIRCUIT DUPLEX RECEPTACLES 120 VOLTS 'I_UPLEX" RECEPTACLES to supply electrical power for the operalJon of 120 volts at 20 amps a-c, single phase, 60 Hz, a-c electrical ligh_ng, applicance, tool and motor loads.
Your a-c generator was completely assembled at the fac- tory,: itis ready for use after it has been propetivserviced" with the recommended lubricating oitand fuel. IF YOU HAVE ANY:PROBLEMS WITH THE ASSE MBLy: OF YOUR GENERATOR, PLEASE CALL THE GENER- ATOR HELPLtNE AT 1-800-222-3136.
NOTE: Use of multi-viscosity oils above 40OF (4cC) will result in high oil consumption andpossibtemenginedamage. Use 5W-30 when Operating the generator in weather below. 32q =... NOTE: W1_en adding oil to the engine .crankcase in the future, use only high qualitydetergent service classification SF, SG, or SH, ratedSAE ;30 weight.
STOPPING THE ENGINE • Unplug all electrical loads from generator panel recep- tacles. Never start or stop engine with electrical de- vices plugged in and lumed on. • Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to stabi- ... lize the internal temperatures of engine and generator.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The Owner/Operator is responsible for making sure that all periodic maintenance tasks are completed on a timely basis; thatall discrepancies are corrected; and that the unit is kept clean and properly stored. Never operate a dam- aged or defective generator. G E NE RATOR MAINTE NANCE...
To clean or replace air cleaner: • Remove air cleaner cover; remove paper filter, ... • Clean air filter by tapping it gendy on s solid surface. If the filter is too dirty, replace it with a new one, Dispose of the oil filter properly. •...
FUEL BE SURE ENGINE IS COOL. NOTE: Using a fuel additive such as Sears Craftsman Fuel Stabilizer, or an equivalent, will prevent gum deposits from forming in _e generator's fiJel system. While engine is still warm° drain oil from crankcase.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Engine is running, but no AC output is available, Engine runs good at no-load but'bogs down" when loads are connected Engine WIUnot start; or starts and runs rouah. Engine shuts down during operalion Engine lacks power. Engine "hunts"or falters. POINTS CAUSE 1.
FOR CALIFORNIA CALIFORNIA EMISSION YOUR The Califomia Air Resources Board and Sears Roebuck and Co., USA (Sears), are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your 1995 and later lawn and garden equipment engine. In California new utility and lawn and garden equipment engines must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the State's stringent anti-smog standards.
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