Instruction manual Generators T525 BS600 CTE300 BSV800 To learn more about Porter-Cable visit our website at: http://www.porter-cable.
SPECIFICATION M O DEL HORSE POWER RATED/SURGE WATTS VOLTAGE AMPERAGE PHASE HERTZ ENGINE SPEED MAX. AMBIENT TEMR FUEL CAPACITY RUN TIME @ 50%/100% CTE300 6.0 3000/3750 120 25.0A SINGLE 60 Hz 3600 RPM 104 ° F 4 GALLON 11.5/7.2HRS T525 10 5250/6500 120/240 43.8/21.9A SINGLE 60 Hz 3600 RPM 104 ° F 7 GALLON 10.4/7.0HRS BS600 11 6000/7250 120/240 50A/25A SINGLE 60 Hz 3600 RPM 104 ° F 7 GALLON 9.1/6.3 HRS BSV800 14 8000/10000 120/240 66.6A/33.3A SINGLE 60 Hz 3600 RPM 104 ° F 7 GALLON 9.6/5.
WARRANTY PORTER-CABLE CORPORATION warrants to the original purchaser 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 generator alternators and 1 year limited warranty on all other parts. 90 Days - Service parts Engine warranties are the responsibility of the engine manufacturer.
SAFETY This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand. This information relates to protecting VENTING YOUR SAFETY EQUIPMENT GUIDELINES and PREPROB- LEMS. TO help you recognize this information, we use symbols to the right. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections. I_ DANGER URGENT SAFETY INFORMATION THAT WILL CAUSE SERIOUS LOSS OF LIFE. I _WARNING - DEFINITIONS I I _,CAUTION - A HAZARD INJURY OR for preventing damage to equipment.
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. RISK OF ELECTROCUTION HAZARD Operation of generator in rain, wet, icy, or flooded conditions. Use of worn, damaged, undersized or ungrounded extension cords. AND FIRE (cont'd) WHAT COULD HAPPEN Water is an excellent conductor of electricity! Water which comes in contact with electrically charged components can transmit electricity to the frame and other surfaces, resulting in electrical shock to anyone contacting them.
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. RISK OF FIRE HAZARD WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Attempting to fill the fuel tank while the engine is running. Gasoline and gasoline vapors can become ignited by coming in contact with hot components such as the muffler, engine exhaust gases, or from an electrical spark. Turn engine off and allow it to cool before adding fuel to the tank.
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. Risk of Injury and Property Damage TransDortina Generator HAZARD WHAT COULD HAPPEN Fire, Inhalation, Damage to Vehicle Surfaces Fuel or oil can leak or spill and could result in fire or breathing hazard, serious injury or death can result. Fuel or oil leaks will damage carpet, paint or other surfaces in vehicles or trailers. RISK OF BREATHING HAZARD [soline engines produce toxic carbon monoxide exhaust fumes.
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. RISK OF UNSAFE HAZARD Operation manner. OPERATION WHAT COULD HAPPEN of generator in careless All sources of energy include the potential for injury. Unsafe operation or maintenance of your generator could lead to serious injury or death to you or others. HOW TO PREVENT IT • Review and understand all of • the operating instructions and warnings in this manual.
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. RISK OF HOT SURFACES HAZARD WHAT COULD HAPPEN Contact with hot engine and generator components. Contact with hot surfaces, such as engines exhaust components, could result in serious burns. RISK OF MOVING HAZARD During operation, touch only the control surfaces of the generator. Keep children away from the generator at all times. They may not be able to recognize the hazards of this product.
ASSEMBLY TYPICAL INSTALLATION OF BATTERY (BS600 & BSV800) Read this manual. Do not attempt to operate equipment until you have read this Manual for Safety, Operation, and Maintenance Instructions. NOTE: This manual is a general manual. Information in this manual may or may not pertain to your model. Please read carefully. • Recommended Battery for Electric Start: 12V - 45 A H. or 210 CCA (Cold Cranking Amps) • Purchase battery and battery hardware separately, not included with unit. 1.
For BSV800 . Remove the nut from the solenoid post and place one end of the positive (red) battery cable onto the post. Reassemble nut and tighten securely. See Figures 5. 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.
OPERATION KNOW YOUR GENERATOR 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. GENERATOR CAPACITY IMPORTANT: Exceeding the rated capacity of your generator can result in serious damage to your generator and connected electrical devices.
TO START THE ENGINE (Recoil start/Pull NOTE: When the engine starts the switch will remain in the RUN position. start) 4. When engine starts, gradually move the choke to the "NO Choke" position. IMPORTANT: Allow generator to run at no load for 5 minutes upon each initial start-up to allow engine and generator to stabilize. Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poor ventilated areas, engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. 1. STOPPING Open the fuel shut-off valve.
MAINTENANCE CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TABLE Before each use MAINTENANCE Every 25 Hours of Every Season Every 50 Hours of Every Season Every 100 Hours of Every Season TASK Check oil level X See Note 2 Change oil See Note 1 Clean Air Filter Assembly Check Spark Plug X Prepare Unit for Storage Prepare unit for storage if it is to remain idle for more than 30 days.
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 furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or other gas appliances. Engine Preparation 1. Place rag over spark plug hole and pull the recoil a few times to lubricate the combustion chamber. 7.
WATTAGE CALCULATIONS IMPORTANT Never exceed the rated capacity of your generator. Serious damage to the generator or appliance could result from an overload. 1. Starting 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 by your generator: A. B. C. Items such as radios, light bulbs, television sets,and microwaves have a "resistive load".
WATTAGE CALCULATIONS STARTING 1. WATTAGE REQUIREMENTS To determine the approximate starting wattage requirement for most appliances and tools with inductive type motors, multiply the wattage that was calculated by 2 to 4 times to assure adequate generator capacity. If the nameplate information is not available use the values on the following chart as a guide. 2 Some appliances and tools will list on the motor name plate the starting and running voltage and amperage requirements.
WATTAGE CALCULATIONS I HOUSEHOLD WATTAGE DEVICESWITH HIGHSTARTING(INDUCTIVE)LOADS RUN WATTS J TYPICAL DEVICE LOAD DEVICE* WATTAGE** TIMES(X)STARTFACTOR TOTAL 800 x 600 x _S_BEFB'GE_TOBI = I 1S°°]=1 2400 x HA,ROO,O.,ROOM, I = I 7200] =I 1000 x .tsoMPPoM_,,=Rq = [ 2000I =I 800 x _FUBNACEFAN,,3RPI = [ 24OO ] =1 1000 x H wE.. PUMP l,=,PI = I 20OO ] =I REFRIGERATOR/ FREEZER HOT ]_ I I APPLIANCE OR CAUTION !! I CALCULATOR I PLATE TELEVISION NOTICE: I USE FAILURE A U.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM GUIDE CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Low on fuel or oil. 1. Add fuel or oil. 2. Ignition switch in "Off" position. 2. Turn to "ON" position 3. Faulty spark plug. 3. Replace spark plug. 4. Choke in wrong position. 4. Adjust choke accordingly. 5. Fuel shut-off valve in closed position. 5. Open fuel shut-off valve. 6. Unit loaded during start-up. 7. Spark plug wire loose. 7. Attach wire to spark plug. 1. Faulty receptacle. 1. Have Service Center replace. 2.
Generator Quick Facts CALL 1-888-559-8550 REPAIRS AND ENGINE GAS ENGINE OIL TO FIND SERVICE or immediately Refer to engine WIRING Make wattage instructions. with a minimum manual are equipped calculations Contact an electrician transfer switch The voltage VOLT throttle REG. set settings FOR 87 octane rating. Do not add gasoline for oil recommendations. with a low-oil before shutdown.
