Porter-Cable H450CS, CH350CS, H650CS manual

Part No. D21269-007-0 Generators Instruction manual T o learn more about Porter -Cable visit our website at: http://www .porter -cable.com The Model and Serial No. plate is located on the frame. Record these numbers in the spaces below and retain for future reference. Model No. T ype Serial No. ESP AÑOL: PÁGINA 21 FRANÇAISE: P AGE 41 IMPORT ANT [...]

2 — ENG This product is not equipped with a spark arresting muf fler . If the pr oduct will be used around flammable materials, or on land covered with materials such as agricultural crops, forest, brush, grass, or other similar items, then an approved spark arrester must be installed and is legally required in the state of California. It is a vi[...]

3 — ENG WARRANTY Porter-Cable Corporation 4825 Highway 45 North P .O. Box 2468 Jackson, TN 38302-2468 1-888-559-8550 PORTER-CABLE CORPORA TION warrants to the original pur chaser that each new electric generator and service part is free from defects in material and workmanship, and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any defec- tive p[...]

4 — ENG Attempting to connect generator directly to the electrical system of any building structure. Back feeding electricity through a building’ s electrical system to the outside utility feed lines could en- danger repair persons attempting to restore service. Attempting to connect to the incoming utility service could result in electrocu- ti[...]

5 — ENG READ AND UNDERST AND ALL W ARNINGS BEFORE A TTEMPTING TO OPERA TE GENERA TOR. Use of worn, damaged, undersized or ungrounded extension cords. Placing generator on or against highly conductive surface, such as a steel walkway or metal roof. Improper connection of items to generator . Operation of unit when damaged, or with guards or panels[...]

6 — ENG READ AND UNDERST AND ALL W ARNINGS BEFORE A TTEMPTING TO OPERA TE GENERA TOR. RISK OF FIRE T ur n engine of f and allow it to cool before adding fuel to the tank. Equip area of operation with a fire extin- guisher certified to handle gasoline or fuel fires. Add fuel to tank in well ventilated area. Make sure there are no sources of igniti[...]

7 — ENG READ AND UNDERST AND ALL W ARNINGS BEFORE A TTEMPTING TO OPERA TE GENERA TOR. RISK OF BREA THING - INHALA TION HAZARD Operate generator in clean, dry , well ventilated area. Never operate unit in enclosed areas such as garages, basements, storage, sheds, or in any location occupied by humans or ani- mals. Keep children, pets and oth- ers [...]

8 — ENG READ AND UNDERST AND ALL W ARNINGS BEFORE A TTEMPTING TO OPERA TE GENERA TOR. • Review and understand all of t he operating instructions and warnings in this manual. • Become familiar with the operation and controls of the generator . Know how to shut it off quickly . • Equip area of operation with a fire extinguisher certified to h[...]

9 — ENG RISK FROM LIFTING HAZARD HOW TO PREVENT IT WHA T COULD HAPPEN The generator is too heavy to be lifted by one person. Obtain assistance from others before you try to move it. Serious injury can result from attempt- ing to lift too heavy an object. Lifting a very heavy object. READ AND UNDERST AND ALL W ARNINGS BEFORE A TTEMPTING TO OPERA T[...]

10 — ENG Extension Cord Wire Gauge Chart Amperage *Up to 20 amp draw Up to 30 amp draw Cord Length 0 to 100 ft. 0 to 100 ft. Wire Gauge Size 12 ga. 10 ga. *NOTE: When amperage exceeds 20 amps; a 12 gauge extension cord should not be used for long distances. Extension Cords When using an appliance or tool at a considerable distance from the genera[...]

11 — ENG OPERA TION KNOW YOUR GENERA TOR Read this General Manual and Safety Rules before operation of your Generator . Compare the illustration in your parts manual with your generator to familiarize yourself with the location and use of various controls. Save all manuals for future references. IMPORT ANT : Exceeding the rated capacity of your g[...]

12 — ENG 2. Check fuel level and fill as required. Make sure generator is turned off and has been allowed time to cool down. Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline. Never fill fuel tank completely . Fill tank to 1/2" below the bottom of the filler neck to provide space for fuel e[...]

13 — ENG TO ST AR T THE ENGINE Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poor ventilated areas, engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. 1. Open the fuel shut-off valve on tank and engine. 2. Move the choke control located on the engine to "CHOKE" position. NOTE: No choke is required on warm engines. Make sure[...]

14 — ENG MAINTENANCE Note 1: Change oil after first two (2) operating hours and every 50 operating hours thereafter , mor e often if operated in extreme dusty or dirty conditions. Note 2: Check oil after 5 hours of operation CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES T ABLE MAINTENANCE T ASK Before each use X Every 25 Hours or Every Season See Note 2 X Every 50 H[...]

15 — ENG STORAGE If you are going to store your generator for more than 30 days, use the following information as a guide to prepare the generator for storage. Never store generator with fuel in the tank indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas, where fumes can reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a fur nace, water heater , clot[...]

16 — ENG Never exceed the rated capacity of your generator . Serious damage to the generator or appliance could result from an overload. 1. S tarting and running wattage requirements should always be calculated when matching a generators wattage capacity to the appliance or tool. 2. There are two types of electrical appliances that can be powered[...]

17 — ENG ST AR TING W A TT AGE REQUIREMENTS 1. Some appliances and tools will list on the motor name plate the starting and running voltage and amperage requirements. Use the following formula to convert voltage and amperage to wattage: V olts X Amp = W atts 120 volts x 10 amps = 1200 watts 2 . T o determine the approximate starting wattage requi[...]

18 — ENG HOUSEHOLD W A TT AGE CALCULA TOR W A TT AGE CALCULA TIONS APPLIANCE OR LOAD DEVICE* REFRIGERA TOR/ FREEZER 800 SMALL REFRIGERA TOR AIR COND.(ROOM) SUMP PUMP 1/2 HP 600 TELEVISION CAUTION !! HOT PLA TE MICROWA VE SP ACE HEA TER 2400 1000 3 2 LIGHTING 60 WA TT BULBS 75 WA TT BULBS 100 WA TT BULBS 300 WA TT BULBS ELECTRIC LOAD GRAND TOT AL [...]

19 — ENG TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will not start No electrical output Repeated circuit breaker tripping Generator overheating No auto idle DC does not have power with the circuit breaker depressed 1. Low on fuel or oil. 2. Ignition switch in "Off" position. 3. Faulty spark plug. 4. Choke in wrong position. 5[...]

20 — ENG EN G IN E GA S WA T T AGE WIRI NG EN GI N E Allow the g e nerato r to ru n 5 minutes at no load f o r the eng ine a nd the g enhea d to s ta b iliz e. OP ERA T I ON M ake su r e t h e ade qu a t e siz e o f e xt e n sio n co r d i s u s e d. Re fe r t o t h e G r o u n din g Ins truc ti ons /E x t e ns i on Cord s e ct i on of the o w ne[...]