OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 580.327071 ® 120-240 VOLT / 8000 WATT A-C DELUXE PORTABLE HOURS: Mono - Fri. 8 a.m, to 5 p.m (CST) CAUTION: Read and Follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operating This Equipment SEARS, ROEBUCK - Assembly ° Operation • Customer . Service o Repair and CO., GENERATOR Responsibilities and Adjustment Parts Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
SAFETY RULES CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CON- ,_ TACT SPARK PLUG, TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR GENERATOR IMPORTANT THIS GENERATOR IS DESIGNED FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY, USING THIS GENERATOR INSIDE ANY BUILDING OR ENCLOSURE INCLUDING THE GENERATOR COMPARTMENT OF A RECREATIONAL VEHICLE(RV)+ IS DANGEROUS, FIRE OR AN EXPLOSION MAY RESULT, NO USER PERFORMED MODIF CATIONS, INCLUDING VENTING OF EXHAUST AN
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Craftsman Generator. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance_ Should you experience any probtem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service CentedDepartment or call the 1-800 number listed on the front Of this rnanual. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ...................... .............................. 13 SAFETY RULES ....................................................... INSIDE COVER MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT ................................................... 1 SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ................................................ 14 .................................................. 1 STORAGE ..........................................................................................
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts packed separately in carton IL Accessories Carton t_ Wheel Kit Bag Main Unit %Z Support Leg Handle Wheels Owner's Manual Parts packed in Parts Carton , Twistlock Plug Twistlock Plug Wheel _,!'[ ....
ASSEMBLY Stand at engine end of generator and gently tilt generator forward high enough to prop up front of the cradle.. This will allow you to add the wheels, Slide on the wheels (Item 2) on each end of the axle and retain each with 5/8" washer (Item 10) and retaining pin (Item 4)_ Lower the generator. Attach the vibration mount (Item '7) to the support leg ltem 6) with M8 x 30ram capscrew (Item 8), M8 washer Item 12) and M8 lock nut (Item 9) using the combination wrench.
ASSEMBLY NEUTRAL (N) PURCHASED 3-WtRE CORD i_-- 11A 120 VAC HOT (H) i \ /--/-7/ GROUND FIG.
OPERATION KNOW YOUR GENERATOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR GENERATOR, Compare the illustrations with your generator, to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments, Save this manual for future reference AC CIRCUIT BREAKERS ENGINE RUN/STOP SWITCH CLEANER IDLE CONTROL SWITCH V-TWIN ENGINE 12VOLT, t0AMP BATTERY CHARGE RECEPTACLE 120VOLTS"DUPLEX" RECEPTACLES RLTER 120VOLTS, 20 RECEPTACLE 120VOLTS, 30AMi RECEPTACLE 12(_240VOLTS, RECEPTACL
OPERATION BEFORE STARTING ENGINE IF YOU HAVE ANY PROBLEMS OPERATING YOUR GENERATOR, PLEASE CALL THE GENERATOR H ELPLINE AT 1-800-222"3136. • = Add Oil: = Place generator on a level surface and remove dipstick from extended oil fill tube. Use SAE 30 detergent oil classified "For Service SC, SD, SE, SF, SG." SAE !0W-30 oil may also be used. POUR SLOWLY. Oil capacity of engine is about three (3) U.S.. pints..
OPERATION STOPPING , THE ENGINE "12 VOLT D.C. RECEPTACLE Unplug all electrical loads from the generator panel receptacles, Never start or stop the engine with elec_ trical devices plugged in and turned one Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to stabilize the internal temperatures of engine and generator° Set the Engine Run\Stop Switch to STOP Wait for engine to come to a complete stop (Fig 7) Close the Fuel Shutoff Valve (Fig 5), ° ,, ° BATTERY SAFETY NEG POS ,_ EXPLOSIVE HYDROGEN GAS give
OPERATION DON'T OVERLOAD THE GENERATOR • Some electric motors, such as inductiontypes, require about two and a half times more watts of power for starting than for running_ This surge of power lasts only a few seconds when starting such motors. Make sure you allow for this high starting wattage when selecting electrical devies to connect to your generator. First, figure the watts needed to start the largest motor.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES GENERAL CHANGING OIL RECOMMENDATIONS Change oil after first 8 hours of operation. Change oi! every 50 hours thereafter. If you are using your generator under dirty or dusty conditions, or in extremely hot weather, change oil more often.. The Owner/Operator is responsible for making sure that all periodic maintenance tasks are completed on a timely basis; that all discrepancies are corrected; and that the unit is kept clean and properly stored.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CHANGE OIL FILTER ,, ,, Change engine ell filter every 100 hours ef operation (every second oil change)_ Before installing new filter, lightly lubricate filter gasket with fresh, clean engine oil Screw new filter on by hand until gasket contacts the filter adapter (Fig. 16). Then tighten about 3/4 turn further. Start and run engine for about 30 seconds, then shut down. Recheck oil level and add oil as necessary.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILmES o o ,, Clean the screen with a commercial cleaning solvent. Inspect the screen and replace if torn, perforated or otherwise damaged. DO NOT use defective screen. Reattach screen with four screws.. CLEAN ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM Continued operation with a clogged engine cooling system can cause severe overheating and possible engine damage. Fig 19 shows the blower housing removed and areas to be cleaned.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE SPEED CAUTION: speed was properly adjusted at the factory Engine and should require no addittona!adjustmenL Do not attempt to change engine speed. If you believe the engine Is running too fast or too slow, take your generator to an authorized Sears Service Center for repair and adjustment. CHANG_ ING ENGINE GOVERNED SPEED WILL VOID ENGINE WARRANTY.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS If your engine is running below its normal performance level, you could check for the following problems: Check Compression: Remove spark plug and hold thumb over spark p_ug hole while cranking engine.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Engine is running, but no AC output is available. POINTS CORRECTION CAUSE 1. One of the circuit breakers is open, 1. Reset circuit breaker. 2, Fault in generator,. 3, Poor connection or defective 2,. Contact Sears Service Department. cord set 4. Connected device is bad. 3 Check and repair 4. Connect another device that is in good condition. Engine runs good at no-load but "begs down" when loads are connected Engine will not start; or starts and runs rough 1.
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CRAFTSMAN 8000 WATT DELUXE AC GENERATOR 580.327071 REPAIR PARTS 22 lo 12 25 14 13 15 16 iTEM 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 !9 22 23 24 PART NO.
CRAFTSMAN 8000 WATT DELUXE A-C GENERATOR 580.328391 REPAIR 13 ITEM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Drawing PART NO. 93393B 93682 93693B 87005 93685 93394 27007 42909 52858 22247 39253 22145 39287 Na 93_7...1 DESCRIPTION HANDLE (1 REQ ) WHEEL (2 REQ) AXLE (1 REQ) RETAINING PIN (2 REQ.) WHEEL SPACER (2 REQ ) SUPPORT LEG (! REQ.) VIBRATION MOUNT (1 REQ) HEX HEAD CAPSCREW, M8-1 25 X 30ram (2 REQ.) LOCK NUT, M8 (7 REQ.
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CRI:IFTSMRN° OWNER'S MANUAL 120-240 VOLTS DELUXE / 8000 WATT PORTABLE A-C GENERATOR Each Generator has its own model number,, Each engine has its own model number, MODEL NO. 580_327071 The model number for your generator will be found on a decal attached to the unit The model number for the engine will be found on the Blower Housing of the engine adjacent to the spark plug, All parts listed herein may be ordered through Sears, Roebuck and Co..