Commercial Duty Power Systems User's Guide (Model No. GT950) ENG - SW 1 AC ~ OU T AC ~ 0 PROTECTOR ON STOP RESET OFF Serial Number Date Purchased Fat Cat™ Products Made Exclusively for Aquatic Eco-Systems, Inc. • Phone: 407-886-3939 • Fax: 407-886-6787 • aes@aquaticeco.com • aquaticeco.
Table of Contents Page Safety and Damage Prevention Message Explanation . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Generator Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Before Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 System Ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Engine Fuel/Oil Mix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Operation Guidelines . . . . . .
Dear Customer, Generator Hazards Thank you for your purchase of a Fat Cat™ commercial duty power system. We believe that the Fat Cat™ name represents the finest blend of quality, performance and price on the market. Read and understand the information provided in this manual before operating your generator. If you need assistance setting up or operating your generator, then give Aquatic Eco-Systems a call. AES has delivered outstanding products and service since 1978.
FUEL TANK CAP ENGINE SWITCH ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER FUEL VALVE ENG - SW 1 AC ~ OUT AC ~ 0 PROTECTOR ON STOP RESET OFF RECOIL STARTER GRIP AC RECEPTACLES SPARK PLUG CAP RESET BUTTON AIR CLEANER CHOKE LEVER MUFFLER Before Starting System Ground You must connect the ground wire to a metal stake, spike or screw in the earth before using the generator.
Operation Guidelines CAUTION Do not allow the starter cord to snap back. Return it slowly by hand. CAUTION Exceeding the generator's wattage/amperage capacity may damage the generator and electrical devices connected to it. Do not connect any electrical loads before starting the engine and allowing it to warm up. Make sure electrical devices are "off" when you do connect them. Starting the Engine 1. Place the generator on a level surface. 5.
Take care when adding electrical loads to the generator. Never connect any load to the generator before starting the engine. The safe way to manage generator power is to sequentially add loads: Stopping the Engine Turn off all attached appliances and tools and unplug their cords. Move the AC switch, then the engine switch and finally the fuel lever to "off" positions. 1. Start the engine and allow it to warm up. Transport Make sure the engine switch and fuel lever are in the "off" positions.
Air Filter Cleaning A dirty air filter will restrict airflow to the carburetor. Service the air filter regularly to prevent carburetor malfunction (service more frequently in extremely dusty areas). ENG - SW 1. Unscrew the air filter cover. AC ~ OU 1 0 AC ~ T PROTECTOR 3. Pour a small amount of oil (foam-air-filter or SAW #20 motor oil recommended) into the filter element and gently squeeze out excess oil. Never wring out the filter element, as it may tear.
Maintenance Chart Daily (Preoperation Check) First Month (20 hrs) Three Months (50 hrs) Item Remarks Spark Plug Check condition. Adjust gap and clean. Replace if necessary. X Air Filter Clean, replace if necessary. X Fuel Filter Clean fuel valve and fuel tank filter. Replace if necessary. Fuel Line Check fuel hose for cracks or other damage. Replace if necessary. X Check for leakage. Retighten or replace gasket if necessary.
Troubleshooting Generator Won't Start 1. Check the fuel/oil mix level and add more if necessary. Generator Shuts Down While Running 1. Check the fuel/oil mix level and add more if necessary. 2. Make sure the engine switch and fuel valve are set to the "on" positions. 3. Test the spark plug using the following procedure: • Remove the spark plug cap and clean any dirt from around the spark plug. • Remove the spark plug and install the spark plug in the plug cap.
General Specifications 12-Month Standard Warranty Model GT950 LxWxH 12.5 x 12.5 x 14 in (32 x 32 x 36 cm) Weight (Empty) 44 lbs (20 kg) Engine Type 2-Stroke Fuel/Oil Mix Fuel/Oil Mix of 50 to 1 Displacement 63 cc Operation Time 8 hrs Noise Level @ 25 ft (7 m) 64 dB Cooling System Forced Air Ignition System Transistor Control Ignition (T.C.I.) Fuel Tank Capacity 1.1 gal (4 liters) Spark Plug BPR5ES (NGK) .028 to .031 in (.7 to .8 mm) Gap Aquatic Eco-Systems, Inc.