ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 21 FRANÇAISE: PAGE 41 Instruction manual Generator Model T550 To learn more about Porter-Cable visit our website at: http://www.porter-cable.com IMPORTANT Please make certain that the person who is to use this equipment carefully reads and understands these instructions before starting operations. The Model and Serial No. plate is located on the frame. Record these numbers in the spaces below and retain for future reference. Model No. PROFESSIONAL POWER TOOLS Type Serial No.
SPECIFICATION MODEL T550 HORSE POWER RATED/SURGE WATTS VOLTAGE AMPERAGE PHASE HERTZ ENGINE SPEED MAX. AMBIENT TEMP. FUEL CAPACITY RUN TIME @ 50%/100% 10 5500/6875 120/240 45.8/22.9 SINGLE 60 Hz 3600 RPM 104° F 7 GALLON 10.4/7.0HRS This product is not equipped with a spark arresting muffler.
WARRANTY LIMITED 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.
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand. This information relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use symbols to the right. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections. URGENT SAFETY INFORMATION - A HAZARD THAT WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION - A HAZARD THAT MIGHT CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE (cont’d) HAZARD Operation of generator in rain, wet, icy, or flooded conditions. Use of worn, damaged, undersized or ungrounded extension cords. WHAT COULD HAPPEN Water is an excellent conductor of Operate generator in a clean, dry, electricity! Water which comes in well ventilated area. Make sure contact with electrically charged hands are dry before touching unit.
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 When Transporting Generator WHAT COULD HAPPEN HAZARD 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.
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION HAZARD Operation of generator in careless manner. WHAT COULD HAPPEN 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 • • • • Operation of voltage sensitive appliances without a voltage surge protector.
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR. RISK OF HOT SURFACES HAZARD Contact with hot engine and generator components. WHAT COULD HAPPEN Contact with hot surfaces, such as engines exhaust components, could result in serious burns. HOW TO PREVENT IT 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 OBTAINING ELECTRICITY FROM THE GENERATOR 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. NOTE: Left and right describes the location of a part with the operator facing the outlet panel. There are basically 2 ways to obtain electricity from a generator: 1.
OPERATION Double Throw Transfer Switch LOW OIL SHUTDOWN Potential hazards exist when a portable electric generator is connected to the main electrical supply coming into the house. It is at that point that the electrical generator could feed back into the utility company's system causing possible electrocution of workers who are repairing the electrical lines.
NOTE: IF ENGINE OIL LEVEL IS TOO LOW, ENGINE WILL NOT START. CHECK OIL LEVEL AND ADD IF NECESSARY. 5. When engine starts, gradually move the choke to the "RUN" 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. 3. Make sure generator is grounded in accordance with local requirements. 4.
MAINTENANCE CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TABLE Before each use Every 25 Hours of Every Season Every 50 Hours of Every Season Every 100 Hours of Every Season MAINTENANCE TASK Check oil level X See Note 2 See Note 1 Change oil Clean Air Filter Assembly X Check Spark Plug Prepare Unit for Storage X 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 6. 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 2. 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. STARTING WATTAGE REQUIREMENTS 1. Some appliances and tools will list on the motor name plate the starting and running voltage and amperage requirements.
WATTAGE CALCULATIONS HOUSEHOLD WATTAGE CALCULATOR DEVICES WITH HIGH STARTING (INDUCTIVE)LOADS RUN WATTS TIMES (X) START FACTOR APPLIANCE OR LOAD DEVICE* TYPICAL DEVICE WATTAGE** TOTAL 800 x 3 REFRIGERATOR/ FREEZER = 2400 = 600 x 3 SMALL REFRIGERATOR = 1800 = 2400 x 3 AIR COND.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM Engine will not start 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. 6. Remove load from unit. 7. Spark plug wire loose. 7. Attach wire to spark plug. 1. Faulty receptacle. 1.
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Generator Quick Facts CALL 1-888-559-8550 TO FIND A LOCAL AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER NEAR YOU FOR REPAIRS AND SERVICE PART PURCHASES ENGINE GAS ENGINE OIL WATTAGE WIRING Use clean, fresh gasoline with a minimum 87 octane rating. Do not add gasoline during or immediately after use. Refer to engine owner's manual for oil recommendations. Most generators are equipped with a low-oil shutdown. If the oil is low or if the Generator is not level, the engine will not start. Make wattage calculations before use.
