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Instruction
manual
Generator
Model
BSI550
Shown with opttonal portablhty kit
To learn more about Porter-Cable
visit our website at:
htLp://www.porter-cable.com
IMPORTANT
Please make certain that the person who _sto use this equipment
carefully reads and understands these instructions before starting
operations
PORTER*CABLE
PROFESSIONAL POWER TOOLS
The Model and Serial No plate is located on the frame
Record these
numbers _n the spaces below and retain for future reference
Model No
Type
Senal No
Part No
D23665-0111-1
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- Page 1 Instruction manual Generator Model BSI550 Shown with opttonal portablhty kit IMPORTANT To learn more about Porter-Cable visit our website at: Please make certain that the person who _sto use this equipment carefully reads and understands these instructions before starting htLp://www.porter-cable.com...
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Page 2: Specification
SPECIFICATION MODEL BSI550 HORSE POWER 10.0 RATED/SURGE WATTS 5500/9000 VOLTAGE 120/240 AMPERAGE 45.8/22.9A PHASE SINGLE FREQUENCY 60 Hz ENGINE SPEED 3600 RPM MAX. AMBIENT TEMP. 104 ° F FUEL CAPACITY 7 GALLONS RUN TIME @ 50%/100% 13.2/8.1 HRS • This product is not equipped with a spark arresting muffler. If the product will be used around... -
Page 3: Warranty
WARRANTY PORTER-CABLE CORPORATION warrants to the original purchaser that each new electric generator and service par_ is free from defects in material and workmanship, and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any defective product or part as follows from the original date of purchase. 2 YEARS - Limited warranty on electric generator alternators and 1 year limited warranty on all other parts. -
Page 4: Safety Instructions
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS This manual contains information that I A DANGER I ACAUTION is important for you to know and un- URGENT SAFETY INFORMATION - A HAZARD Information for preventing damage to derstand. This information relates to THAT WILL CAUSE SERIOUS iNJURY... -
Page 5: Risk Of Electrocution
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE (cont'd) HAZARD WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT Water is an excellent conductor Operation of generator in rain, Operate generator in a clean, dry, well ventilated area. Make sure wet, icy, or flooded conditions. -
Page 6: Risk Of Fire
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. RISK OF FIRE HAZARD WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT Attempting to fill the fuel tank while Gasoline and gasoline vapors can Turn engine off and allow it to cool the engine is running. - Page 7 READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. Risk of Injury and Property Damage When TransDortina Generator HAZARD WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT If generator is equipped with a fuel Fire, Inhalation, Damage to Vehicle Fuel or oil can leak or spill and could Surfaces shut-off valve, turn the valve to the result in fire or breathing hazard, seri-...
- Page 8 READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION HAZARD WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT Operation of generator in careless • Review and understand all of All sources of energy include the po- manner. tential for injury.
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Page 9: Risk Of Hot Surfaces
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. RISK OF HOT SURFACES HAZARD WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Contact with hot engine and gener- Contact with hot surfaces, such as en- During operation, touch only the ator components. - Page 10 ASSEMBLY Extension Cords When using an appliance or tool at a considerable dis- tance from the generator, a 3-wire extension cord that Read this manual. Do not attempt to operate has a 3-blade grounding plug and a 3-slot receptacle equipment until you have read this Manual for that accepts the tool's plug MUST be used in order to Safety, Operation, and Maintenance Instruc-...
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Page 11: Operation
OPERATION KNOW YOUR GENERATOR down. Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. Do not mix oil with Read this General Manual and Safety Rules before gasoline. operation of your Generator. Compare the illustration in your parts manual with your generator to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and ad- justments. -
Page 12: To Start The Engine
TO START THE ENGINE STOPPING ENGINE Disconnect all electrical loads. Turn ON/OFF switch to "OFF" position. Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poor ventilated areas, engine exhaust contains car- bon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Open the fuel shut-off valve. Close fuel shut-off valve. -
Page 13: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TABLE Before each Every 25 Every 50 Every 100 Hours of Every Hours of Every Hours of Every Season Season Season MAINTENANCE TASK Check oil level See Note 2 Change oil See Note 1 Clean Air Filter Assembly Check Spark Plug Prepare Unit for Storage Prepare unit for storage if it is to remain idle for more than 30 days. -
Page 14: Wattage Calculations
WATTAGE CALCULATIONS IMPORTANT Never exceed the rated capacity of your generator. Serious damage to the generator or appliance could result from an overload. 1. Starting and running wattage requirements should always be calculated when matching a generators wattage capacity to the appliance or tool. 2. - Page 15 WATTAGE CALCULATIONS STARTING WATTAGE REQUIREMENTS To determine the approximate starting wattage requirement for most appliances and tools with Some appliances and tools will list on the motor inductive type motors, multiply the wattage that name plate the starting and running voltage and was calculated by 2 to 4 times to assure adequate amperage requirements.
- Page 16 WATTAGE CALCULATIONS I HOUSEHOLD WATTAGE CALCULATOR DEVICES WITH HIGHSTARTING(INDUCTIVE)LOADS APPLIANCE OR TYPICAL DEVICE TOTAL RUN WATTS TIMES(X)START FACTOR LOAD DEVICE* WATTAGE** ]°1 2400 REFRIGERATOR/ FREEZER 1800 _SMALL REFRIGERATOR I 2400 AIR COND.(ROOM)] 7200 1000 _tSUMP PUMP 1/2 HP] 2000 2400 _t FURNACE FAN 1/3 HP ] 1000 2000...
- Page 17 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Low on fuel or oil. Add fuel or oil. Engine will not start Turn to "ON" position Ignition switch in "Off" position. Faulty spark plug. Replace spark plug. Choke in wrong position. Adjust choke accordingly. Fuel shut-off valve in closed Open fuel shut-off valve.
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- Page 20 Generator Quick Facts CALL 1-888-559-8550 TO FIND A LOCAL AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER NEAR YOU FOR REPAIRS AND SERVICE PART PURCHASES ENGINE Use clean, fresh gasoline with a minimum 87 octane rating. Do not add gaso- line during or immediately after use. Refer to engine owner's manual for oil recommendations.
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