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Porter-Cable D21679-008-0 manual

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    Copyright © 2000 PORTER-CABLE Corporation Part No. D21679-008-0 Generator 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: P[...]

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    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[...]

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    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 defective pro[...]

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    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[...]

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    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[...]

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    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[...]

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    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 [...]

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    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[...]

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    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[...]

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    10 — ENG OBT AINING ELECTRICITY FROM THE GENERA TOR There are basically 2 ways to obtain electricity from a gen- erator: 1. Use of extension cords directly from the generator to the appliance, lights, tools, etc. 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 [...]

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    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 of various controls and adjustments. Save all manuals for future references. GENERA TOR CAP ACITY IMPORT ANT : Exceeding[...]

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    12 — ENG CONNECTING ELECTRICAL LOADS 1. Let engine run and warm up for five minutes after starting with no electrical load. Connect loads in the following manner to prevent damage to equipment: 2. Connect inductive load equipment first, inductive loads consist of refrigerators, freezers, water pumps, air conditioners, or small hand tools. Connect[...]

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    13 — ENG MAINTENANCE GENERAL RECOMMENDA TIONS The warranty of the generator does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. T o r eceive full value from the warranty , operator must maintain the generator as instructed in this manual. ENGINE MAINTENANCE Refer to the Engine Operator's manual for service and main[...]

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    14 — 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[...]

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    15 — 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[...]

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    16 — 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 [...]

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    17 — ENG PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will not start No electrical output Repeated circuit breaker tripping Generator overheating 1. Low on fuel or oil. 2. Ignition switch in "Off" position. 3. Faulty spark plug. 4. Choke in wrong position. 5. Fuel shut-off valve in closed position. 6. Unit loaded during start-up. 7. Spark plug wire [...]

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    18 — ENG NOTES[...]

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    19 — ENG NOTES[...]

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    20 — ENG EN G IN E GA S WA T T AGE WIRI NG EN GI N E Gen erato r Q u ick F acts Us e c le an, f res h gas o li ne w ith a mini mum 87 o c tane rati ng . Do no t ad d gas o li ne d ur i ng o r immed iate ly after us e. ALWAYS R E F E R TO THE MAN U ALS S U P PL IE D W ITH TH IS UN IT M o s t g en er at o r s ar e equipped with a lo w-o il shu tdo [...]