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FEATURES • Durable 2.0 HP DuroStar Motor • 2-Stroke: No Oil Changes Required • Fully Protected 120V Outlet • 12v DC Battery Charger • 6 Hour Run Time • 1.05 Gal. Fuel Tank • Meets EPA and CARB Emission Standards. This manual provides information regarding the operation and maintenance of these products. We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information in this manual. We reserve the right to change this product at any time without prior notice.
Table of Contents FEATURES .............................................................................................................................. 2 GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES ....................................................................................... 4 GENERATOR LABELS ............................................................................................................ 6 PACKAGE CONTENTS ...............................................................................................
GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES Please familiarize yourself with the following safety symbols and words: The safety alert symbol is used with one of the safety words (DANGER, CAUTION, or WARNING) to alert you to hazards. Please pay attention to these hazard notices both in this manual and on the generator. DANGER: Indicates a hazard that will result in serious injury or death if instructions are not followed.
• • • • • • WARNING: This generator produces powerful voltage, which can result in electrocution. ALWAYS ground the generator before using it (see the "Grounding the Generator" portion of the "PREPARING THE GENERATOR FOR USE" section). Generator should only be plugged into electrical devices, either directly or with an extension cord. NEVER connect to a building electrical system without a qualified electrician. Such connections must comply with local electrical laws and codes.
GENERATOR LABELS In addition to the above safety notices, please familiarize yourself with the safety and hazard markings on the generator.
PACKAGE CONTENTS Your generator comes with the items listed below. Please check to see that all the following items may be included with your generator depending on your generator model.
GENERATOR COMPONENTS Please familiarize yourself with the locations and functions of the various components and controls of your generator. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Fuel Cap - Access to the fuel tank for adding fuel. Handle – Used to carry the generator. 12V DC Receptacle - Use for charging 12 Volt automotive-type batteries only.
PREPARING THE GENERATOR FOR USE Using the Generator for the First Time If you are using the generator for the first time, there are a few steps you must take to prepare it for operation. Step 1 - Mix Gasoline The generator uses 2-stroke oil / gasoline mixed at 50:1 ratio. Premix 50:1 Fuel is recommended. As a backup system. The fuel tank cap has a built-in measuring system to make your own mixed fuel. Fill the oil reservoir in the cap completely and add to a 1 gallon tank of unleaded gasoline.
Step 3 - Ground the Generator WARNING: Failure to properly ground the generator can result in electrocution. Ground the generator by tightening the grounding nut against a grounding wire (see figure 5). A generally acceptable grounding wire is a No. 12 AWG (American Wire Gauge) stranded copper wire. This grounding wire should be connected at the other end to a copper or brass-grounding rod that is driven into the ground/earth. Grounding codes can vary by location.
STARTING THE GENERATOR CAUTION: Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator before attempting to start. To start your generator, perform the following steps: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Make sure no electrical devices are connected to the generator. Check that the generator is properly grounded (see page 13, "Ground the Generator"). Turn the fuel valve to the "ON" position (see figure 6). Move the choke lever to the "CLOSED" position (see figure 7). Set the engine switch to the "ON" position.
USING THE GENERATOR Once you have allowed the engine to run for several minutes, you may connect electrical devices to the generator. AC Usage You may connect electrical devices running on AC current per their wattage requirements. The chart in figure 9 shows the rated and surge wattage of your generator per its model number. The rated wattage corresponds to the maximum wattage the generator can output on a continuous basis.
Tool or Appliance Rated (Running) Watts Additional Surge Watts Microwave 1000 0 Well water pump 1000 1000 Reciprocating saw 960 1040 Sump pump 800 1200 Refrigerator freezer 800 1200 Furnace blower 800 1300 Computer 800 0 Electric drill 600 900 Television 500 0 Deep freezer 500 500 Garage door opener 480 0 Stereo 400 0 Box fan 300 600 Clock radio 300 0 Security system 180 0 DVD player/VCD 100 0 Common light bulb 75 0 Figure 10- Estimated wattage requireme
DC Usage CAUTION: The DC receptacle is for recharging 12 Volt automotive-type batteries only. Do not connect any other device to this receptacle. CAUTION: Use the generator only to recharge 12 Volt batteries. Never try to jumpstart a car with your generator. To connect 12 Volt batteries to the DC receptacle: 1. Connect one charging wire to the positive terminal on the battery and the other charging wire to the negative terminal. 2. Start the generator. 3.
MAINTENANCE / CARE Proper routine maintenance of your generator will help prolong the life of your machine. Please perform maintenance checks and operations according the schedule in figure 13. CAUTION: Never perform maintenance operations while the generator is running. Recommended Maintenance schedule Air cleaner Each use Every month Every 3 months Every 6 months Every Year and/or and/or and/or and/or Every 20 hrs. Every 50 hrs. Every 100 hrs. Every 300 hrs.
Spark Plug Maintenance The spark plug is important for proper engine operation. A good spark plug should be intact, free of deposits, and properly gapped. To inspect you spark plug: 1. Pull on the spark plug cap to remove it. 2. Unscrew the spark plug from the generator using the spark plug wrench included with this product (see figure 3. 4. 5. 6. 20). Visually inspect the spark plug. If it is cracked or chipped, discard, and replace with a new spark plug.
STORAGE/TRANSPORT PROCEDURES CAUTION: Never place any type of storage cover on the generator while it is still hot. When transporting or storing your generator for extended periods of time: • • • • Empty the gas tank (see "Emptying the Gas Tank" in the "Maintenance" section). Disconnect the spark plug. Do not obstruct any ventilation openings. Keep the generator in a cool dry area.
GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS AC Output DS1050 950W 1050W Rated Wattage Surge Wattage Rated Voltage Rated Frequency Phase 120V 60Hz Single DC Output DS1050 12V 5.3A Voltage Amperage Engine Engine type 2-Stroke Ignition system Displacement Starting type Fuel tank capacity: Run time on 50% load Noise Level Fuel Oil Mix DS1050 2-Stroke, Air-Cooled, Single Cylinder Non-contact transistor 63cc Recoil 1.05 (US Gal.) 6 hrs.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Engine will not Engine switch is set to “OFF”. start Fuel valve is turned to “CLOSED”. Solution Set engine switch to “ON”. Turn fuel valve to “OPEN” position. Choke is open. Engine is out of gas. Engine is filled with contaminated or old gas Close the choke Add gas. Change the gas on the engine. Spark plug is dirty. Spark plug is broken. Generator is not on level surface. Clean spark plug. Replace spark plug.
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