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0201409 GEN7000 7000 Surge Watts / 6000 Running Watts ELECTRIC START PORTABLE GENERATOR INSTRUCTION MANUAL READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. This manual provides important information on proper operation & maintenance. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this manual. These instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur.
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Model GEN7000 7000 Surge Watts / 6000 Running Watts Electric Start Portable Generator This unit is a Gasoline driven generator FEATURES: • 7000 Surge Output • 6000 Running Watts • 120/240 Volt Operation • 13 HP Engine, 4 Stroke OHV •...
CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage. SEEK THE ADVISE OF A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN FOR 120V / 240V WIRING GEN7000 7000 Watt Generator Manual...
• Always check for spilled gasoline and immediately wipe it up before starting this generator. • Empty the fuel tank before storing or transporting this generator. • Always handle fuel outdoors. • Before transporting, turn the fuel valve to the "off" position and disconnect the spark plug. GEN7000 7000 Watt Generator Manual...
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Do not use fuel stabilizers with this generator, doing so could cause damage to the generator, or decrease the fuel and operating efficiency of the generator. You may choose to add a fuel conditioner to oxygenate the fuel and to help it run more efficiently. GEN7000 7000 Watt Generator Manual...
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In addition to the previously described safety information, familiarize yourself with all safety and hazard placards on this generator. GEN7000 7000 Watt Generator Manual...
PACKAGE CONTENTS The following items are supplied with this Model GEN7000 7000 Surge Watts / 6000 Running Watts Electric Start Portable Generator. Verify that all items are included. STOP! If there are missing items, call 1-866-460-9436, Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM Central Time for customer service. DO NOT RETURN THIS GENERATOR TO THE RETAILER.
(7) DC Reset- Breaker that protects this generator from electrical DC (19) Fuel Valve - Allows gasoline to pass into the engine. overload and short circuit. (8) Button Start (9) Oil FillerlDipstick Cap - Location for checking and filling the engine crankcase oil. GEN7000 7000 Watt Generator Manual...
The correct quantity of oil is equal to the oil capacity of the engine crankcase and is 38 fluid oz (1.13 L) for this model GEN7000 7000 Surge Watts / 6000 Running Watts Electric Start Portable Generator. Add the correct quantity of oil before operating this generator for the first time.
3. Slowly add fresh, unleaded gasoline (with an octane rating 87 or higher) to the fuel tank. Be careful not to fill the fuel tank above the upper limit line. The fuel tank capacity for this Model GEN7000 7000 Surge Watts / 6000 Running Watts Electric Start Portable Generator is 7 gallons (26.5 L).
5. Confirm that the oil filler/dipstick cap is properly screwed in place when finished verifying the oil level. NOTE: The oil capacity for this 7000 Surge Watts / 6000 Running Watts Electric Start Portable Generator is 1.2 Qt (US). Model GEN7000 Oil Capacity (Qt/ fluid oz. /L) 1.2 / 38 / 1.13...
If necessary, add fresh unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher according to “Step 2 - Add Gasoline” of the “Using this Generator for the First Time” section of this manual. Model GEN7000 Fuel Tank Capacity (gals /L) 7 / 26.5...
9. Allow this generator to run for several minutes before connecting any electrical devices. Figure 4 - Fuel Valve in the “on” position Figure 5 - Choke Lever in the “closed” position. (Refer to the Generator Components chart to find the location of the Choke Lever.) GEN7000 7000 Watt Generator Manual...
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The choke is used to provide an enriched fuel mixture when starting a cold engine. It can be opened and closed by operating the choke rod manually. Pull the rod out toward CLOSED to enrich the mixture for cold starting GEN7000 7000 Watt Generator Manual...
DO NOT connect all of the devices. Select a combination of the electrical devices that will have a total wattage less than or equal to the rated wattage for the generator, i.e., no more than 6000 for this Model GEN7000 7000 Surge Watts / 6000 Running Watts Electric Start Portable Generator.
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60Hz loads with a NEMA L14-30 plug only to the 240/120 Volt outlet. See Figure 8 for an illustration of these outlets. Even though this Model GEN7000 Portable Generator has an overall rated wattage of 6000, do not attempt to draw more than 6400 Watts (20 A) from any ONE of the 120 Volt outlets.
To connect 12 Volt batteries to the DC outlet: 1. Allow the engine to run for several minutes after it has been started. 3. Make sure DC Reset button is pressed in. GEN7000 7000 Watt Generator Manual...
Improper maintenance and/or failure to correct any problems prior to operating this generator can cause a malfunction which could cause death or serious injury. Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this manual. GEN7000 7000 Watt Generator Manual...
(see “Changing/Adding Oil” in this section of this manual). 5. Confirm that the oil filler/dipstick cap is properly in place when finished verifying the oil level. Figure 11 - Checking the Oil GEN7000 7000 Watt Generator Manual...
The oil should be changed after the first 20 hours of operation. The oil should then be changed every 6months, or for every 100 hours of use time. The oil capacity for this Model GEN7000 7000 Surge Watts / 6000 Running Watts Electric Start Portable Generator engine is 1.2 Qt.
To inspect the spark plug: Model GEN7000 Spark Plug Type F6RTC Model GEN7000 Spark Plug Gap (in/mm) 0.028-0.031/0.7-0.8 1. Remove the spark plug by pulling on the spark plug cap. GEN7000 7000 Watt Generator Manual...
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5. Turn the fuel valve to the “on” position and allow all gasoline to drain. 6. Turn the fuel valve to the “off” position. 7. Replace the fuel filter cup. 8. Store the drained gasoline in a suitable place. Do not store gasoline for more than 3 months. GEN7000 7000 Watt Generator Manual...
Empty the fuel tank. (See “Emptying the Fuel Tank” in the “Maintenance/Care” section.) 1 year or more Empty the fuel tank. (See “Emptying the Fuel Tank” in the “Maintenance/Care” section.) Disconnect the spark plug. (See Figure 16, Removing the spark plug.) GEN7000 7000 Watt Generator Manual...
Turn off the generator, then remove the 2 screws at the end of the generator. Look for the burn spots on the back side of the AVR. If there is burn spots, replace the AVR. GEN7000 7000 Watt Generator Manual...
PORTABILITY KIT INSTALLATION The manufacturer recommends that you properly install the Portability Kit when using your generator. Installing the Portability Kit is not required for the GEN7000 to operate, but is included with the generator purchase. Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 1.
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