Porter-Cable T550 manual

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. Ty p e Serial No. ESP AÑOL: PÁGINA 21 FRANÇAISE: P AGE 41 IMPORT ANT Please make certain th[...]

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 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 product or part as follows from the original date of purchase. 2 YEARS – Limited warranty on electric[...]

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 1. Use of extension cords directly from the generator to the appliance, lights, tools, etc. 2. Use of a double-throw transfer switch installed directly to the main electrical supply outside of house. 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. [...]

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[...]

12 — ENG TO ST AR T THE ENGINE (Recoil start/Pull start) 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. T urn counter clock- wise until the valve stops. See Figure 7. 2. On the engine there is a ON/OFF switch located on the front[...]

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[...]

14 — 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[...]

15 — 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[...]

16 — 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[...]

17 — 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 [...]

18 — 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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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 lo ad f o r the eng i ne and the genh e ad 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 t ruc ti ons /Ex te n s i on Cord s e ct i on of t he ow n[...]