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GEN1000

1000 Surge Watts / 900 Running Watts

2-CYCLE PORTABLE GENERATOR

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.

This manual provides important information on proper operation & maintenance. Every effort has been

made to ensure the accuracy of this manual. These instructions are not meant to cover every possible

condition and situation that may occur. We reserve the right to change this product at any time without

prior notice.

IF THERE IS ANY QUESTION ABOUT A CONDITION BEING SAFE OR UNSAFE,

DO NOT OPERATE THIS PRODUCT!

DO NOT RETURN THIS GENERATOR TO THE RETAILER!

If you experience a problem, have questions or need parts for this product, call Customer Service at

1-866-460-9436, Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM Central Time. A copy of the sales receipt is required.

FOR CONSUMER USE ONLY – NOT FOR PROFESSIONAL USE. KEEP THIS MANUAL,

SALES RECEIPT & APPLICABLE WARRANTY FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.

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cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.

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Summary of content (19 pages)

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GEN1000 1000 Surge Watts / 900 Running Watts S 2-CYCLE PORTABLE GENERATOR INSTRUCTION MANUAL READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. This manual provides important information on proper operation & maintenance. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this manual. These instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. We reserve the right to change this product at any time without prior notice.
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GEN1000 1000 Surge Watts / 900 Running Watts Portable Generator FEATURES: • • • • • • • • • • • • 1000 Surge Watts / 900 Running Watts Unleaded Gasoline Plus 2-Cycle Oil (50:1) Mix Required Recoil Start 2.0 HP / 72cc Gasoline Engine 1 - 120 Volt A/C Outlet Fuel Capacity: 0.8 Gallon Fuel Tank Engine Run Time: 5 Hours @ 50% Load Noise Level <65 db @ 24 Feet EPA / CARB Approved Mobility Kit Not Available High Altitude Use: This generator is not recommended for high altitude use above 3,000 feet.
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THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA EMISSION STANDARDS UNDER 40 CFR 1054.625 . 2 YEAR LIMITED EMISSION-RELATED WARRANTY THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA EMISSION STANDARDS UNDER 40 CFR 1054.625 .The emission-related limited warranty is valid for two (2) years. Keep the purchase receipt and mail in the product registration card for proof of purchase. Buffalo Corp limits emission-related warranty repairs to authorized service centers for owners located within 100 miles of an authorized service center.
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RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS, WORDS AND LABELS What You Need to Know About Safety Instructions Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution and care must be exercised when operating or cleaning tools and equipment. Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent or manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand. This is the safety alert symbol.
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Notice Regarding Emissions: Engines certified to comply with California and U.S. EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline and may include the following emission control systems: Three-Way Catalyst (TWC) (if equipped). Legal Requirements: Federal and/or State Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, local codes, and/or ordinances may apply to the intended use of this generator.
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Powerful Voltage: This generator produces powerful voltage, which can result in electrocution. • ALWAYS ground this generator before using it. (See “Ground the Generator” section in this manual). • Only electrical devices should be plugged into this generator, either directly or with an extension cord. NEVER connect a building electrical system to this generator without a qualified electrician. Doing so voids your warranty.
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In addition to the previously described safety information, familiarize yourself with all safety and hazard placards on this generator.
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PACKAGE CONTENTS The following items are supplied with this Portable Generator. Verify that all items are included. STOP! If there are missing items, call 1-866-460-9436, Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM Central Time for customer service. DO NOT RETURN THIS GENERATOR TO THE RETAILER. Spark plug remover Screwdriver GENERATOR COMPONENTS Observe the locations and functions of the various components and controls of this generator.
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Using this Generator for the First-Time STOP! The following section describes the required steps for preparing this generator for the first use. Failure to correctly perform these steps can damage this generator and/or shorten its life. If still unsure about how to perform any of these steps after reading this section, call 1-866-460-9436 Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM Central Time for customer service.
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Step 2 - Ground the Generator Failure to properly ground this generator can result in electrocution. Ground this generator by tightening the grounding nut against a grounding wire as illustrated in Figure 3. A No. 12 AWG (American Wire Gauge) stranded copper wire is generally an acceptable grounding wire. The other end of this grounding wire should be connected to a copper or brass grounding rod that is driven into the earth. Grounding codes can vary by location.
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AC Usage Electrical devices running on AC current may be connected according to their wattage requirements. The rated (running) and surge wattage for this generator is 900 and 1,000 respectively. Rated (Running) Wattage Surge Wattage 900 1000 The rated (running) wattage corresponds to the maximum wattage a generator can output on a continuous basis. The surge wattage corresponds to the maximum amount of power a generator can output for a short time.
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SOME NOTES ABOUT POWER CORDS Long or thin cords can require more wattage from a generator to power an electrical device. Figure 6 shows the recommended cords according to the power requirement of the electrical device. When using cords that exceed these specifications, allow for the electrical device to have a slightly higher rated wattage requirement. Figure 6 Maximum Extension Cord Lengths by Power Requirement Device Requirements Amps Watts (120V) 2.5 300 5 600 7.
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STOPPING THE GENERATOR To stop this generator: 1. Turn off all connected electrical devices and then unplug them. 2. Allow this generator to run for several more minutes with no electrical devices connected to help stabilize the temperature of this generator. 3. Set the engine switch to the “OFF” position. 4. Turn the fuel valve to the “OFF” position. Allow this generator to cool down before touching areas that become hot during operation.
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4. Measure the spark plug electrode gap with a gauge. The gap should be 0.028-0.031in (0.7-0.8mm). (See Figure 9.) 5. If re-using the spark plug, use a wire brush to clean any dirt from around the spark plug base and then re-gap the spark plug. 6. Screw the spark plug back into place on this generator by using the included spark plug wrench. 7. Replace the spark plug cap.
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TROUBLESHOOTING IMPORTANT: If trouble persists, call our customer help line at 1-866-460-9436, Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM Central Time. Symptom Engine will not start. Engine runs but there is no electrical output. Generator runs but does not support all connected electrical devices. Cause Engine switch is set to "off." Fuel valve is turned to "closed." Choke is open. Engine is out of gasoline/ oil mix Engine is filled with contaminated and/or old fuel. Spark plug is dirty. Spark plug is broken.
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GEN1000 PARTS DIAGRAM GEN1000 1000 Surge Watts/900 Running Watts Portable Generator 17
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GEN1000 PARTS LIST NO.
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