5,000 W, 540 RPM PTO Generator 65309 Set up, Operating, and Servicing Instructions Using an engine indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is a poison you cannot see or smell. NEVER use inside a home or garage, EVEN IF doors and windows are open. Only use OUTSIDE and far away from windows, doors, and vents. Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com Read this material before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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5. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles, heavy-duty work gloves, and dust mask/respirator during set up. 6. Use only lubricants and fuel recommended in the engine manual provided by the tractor manufacturer. 7. Permanent wiring or wiring into an existing electrical service MUST be done by a licensed electrician, and MUST comply with all applicable codes. • Don’t connect the generator directly to a building’s wiring.
Operating precautions 1. Carbon Monoxide Hazard Using an engine indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is a poison you cannot see or smell. 6. Wear ANSI-approved safety glasses, hearing protection, and NIOSH-approved dust mask/respirator under a full face shield during use. 7. People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure.
14. Do not cover the engine or generator during operation. indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use. 15. Do not handle any electrical device while standing in water, while barefoot, or while hands or feet are wet. ELECTRICAL SHOCK WILL RESULT. 6. Make sure the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition. Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it. 16. Excessively high drive speeds are dangerous.
Service precautions 1. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles during set up and maintenance. 2. Turn tractor switch off and remove key after use. 3. Unconditioned electrical power can damage sensitive equipment. Use a line conditioner (sold separately) between this generator and the devices. 4. Maintain labels and nameplates on the equipment. These carry important information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement. 5. Store equipment out of the reach of children.
loads requiring up to 50 Amps of current up to 12,000 Watts (12kW) of power. Use a connector rated to 250 Volts, 50 Amps with a same-rated 4-wire set. The 50 Amp circuit breakers protect each hot line of the circuit. Control Panel Features 1. 20 Amp Circuit Breakers. Each circuit breaker protects a 125 V~ outlet against short or overload. These are “push to reset” type. 2. 30 Amp Circuit Breaker. Protects the 30 Amp 125 V~ outlet against short or overload. This is “push to reset” type. 3. 4. 5. 6.
To prevent serious injury from accidental starting: Turn the Power Switch of the equipment to its “OFF” position, wait for the engine to cool, and disable the engine before assembling or making any adjustments to the equipment Basic Specifications PTO Operating Speed 540 RPM PTO Power At Least 25 HP Output Shaft 1-3/8” diameter shaft with 6-tooth spline Rated Continuous Output Rated Maximum Output 15,000 Watts 16,000 Watts Phase 1 (single) phase To prevent serious injury from Electrical Shock: A
2. The PTO shaft must be attached to the tractor (not included) and the Generator. The ends of the PTO shaft slide into the Generator Gearbox, and the tractor PTO drive. 3. WARNING! The PTO shaft must fit properly into the PTO drive. Do not attempt to use this generator if the PTO shaft does not fit properly. Severe injury or property damage may result if the Drive shaft comes loose during operation. 4.
Operating Instructions Read the entire Important Safety Information section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. 6. Test each GFCI outlet by pressing the TEST button. The green light on that outlet should go out. Then press the RESET button. The green light on that outlet should come back on. If either GFCI outlet does not function as described have a qualified electrician repair the generator before use.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to start an automobile engine with this generator. Voltage feedback from the running automobile may damage the generator. Note: The DC terminal may be used while the AC power is in use. An overloaded DC circuit will trip the DC circuit protector (push button comes out). If this happens, wait a few minutes before pushing in the circuit protector to resume operation. 11. Watch the Volt Meter to determine the current load on the generator.
shields and guards are in good condition. Inspect for general condition and cleanliness. Servicing To prevent serious injury 2. Keep the generator clean and free of from accidental dirt, grease or debris. Clean it regustarting: larly and whenever it becomes dirty. Turn the Power Switch of the Use a soft brush, damp soft cloth or equipment to its “OFF” low pressure air to remove dirt and position, wait for the engine to debris.
Gearbox Oil Fill Plug (31) Oil Level Plug (30) Gearbox Oil Drain Plug (21) 2. 3. The oil should be visible at least halfway up the Oil Level Plug (30). If necessary, remove the Gearbox Oil Fill Plug (31) and add SAE 90 oil to fill to the recommended level. Replace the Oil Fill Plug. 5. After all the used oil has drained, replace and tighten the Oil Drain Plug (21). 6. Slowly add SAE 90W Oil until the oil is visible at least halfway up the Gearbox Oil Sight (30). 7.
Storage 1. Wait for generator to cool, then remove from the tractor. 2. Clean equipment with clean dry cloth. 3. Check and top off Gearbox oil level. 4. Lubricate PTO shaft as explained previously. 5. Apply a thin coat of rust preventive oil to all uncoated metal parts. 6. Cover and store in a dry, well-ventilated area out of reach of children. 7. For cold weather operation, store the equipment in a cool dry area to prevent condensation and premature wear.
Equipment Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Probable Solutions No output or low output 1. Open or shorted rotor. 2. Open or shorted stator. 3. Generator operating below correct speed. 4. Generator overloaded. 5. Short circuit in load. 1. Replace rotor. 2. Replace stator. 3. Operate generator at correct speed. 4. Reduce load to rated output. 5. Disconnect load. Check voltage at all receptacles. Repair short. Output voltage is too high. 1. Incorrect Adjustable Voltage Regulator (AVR) setting. 2.
PARTS LIST Part Description Q’ty Part PARTS LIST Description Q’ty 1 Frame 1 32 Control Panel Frame 1 2 Connecting Plate 2 33 Control Panel Window 1 3 Nut m12 4 34 Control Panel Gasket 1 4 Washer m12 4 35 GFCI Receptacle 2 5 Bolt m12 x 75 4 36 Meter 1 6 Pin m22 2 37 Locking 125V Socket 1 7 Washer m22 2 38 250 V Socket 1 8 Locknut m22 2 39 Circuit Breaker 50A 2 9 Drive Shaft 1 40 Circuit Breaker 30A 1 10 Shield Plate 1 41 T Receptacle 1 11 Sh
ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM SKU 65309 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
Wiring Diagram SKU 65309 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
Limited 1 year / 90 Day warranty Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that for a period of ninety days from date of purchase that the engine/motor, the belts (if so equipped), and the blades (if so equipped) are free of defects in materials and workmanship.
