EXCITING THE GENERATOR: | some time, it is a good idea to drain the fuel from the | ||
| If there is a loss of residual magnetism (voltage will not | carburetor and gas tank. | |
build up), it may be necessary to | LONG TERM STORAGE | ||
1. | Use a | ||
| automotive battery. |
| When the generator set is not being operated or is being |
2. | Disconnect all loads from generator. | stored more than one month, follow these instructions: | |
3. | Remove the brush cover. | 1. | Replenish engine oil to upper level. |
4. | Plug a lamp or light into the generator before starting the | 2. | Drain gasoline from fuel tank, fuel line and carburetor. |
| engine. The light source will illuminate when voltage has | 3. | Pour about one teaspoon of engine oil through the spark |
| returned. |
| plug hole, pull the recoil starter several times and replace |
5. | Start the engine with no load connected to the generator. |
| the plug. Then pull the starter until you feel the piston is |
6. | Attach the |
| on its compression stroke and leave it in that position. |
| Very briefly, touch the "+" lead of the battery to the |
| This closes both the intake and exhaust valves to prevent |
| positive brush as shown. Remove as soon as voltage |
| the inside of the cylinder from rusting. |
| builds up. To measure voltage, use a | 4. | Cover the unit and store in a clean, dry place that is well |
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| ventilated away from open flame or sparks. |
NOTE: We recommend always using a fuel stabilizer. A fuel stabilizer will minimize the formulation of fuel gum deposits during storage. The fuel stabilizer can be added to the gasoline in the fuel tank, or into the gasoline in a storage container.
SERVICE INFORMATION
HEAT SHIELD:
Inspect to ensure that all heat shields and heat deflectors are intact and in place. Do not remove any parts or modify parts. Removing or modifying parts could cause serious damage to the unit.
ENGINE: Carburetor Icing
During the winter months, rare atmospheric conditions may develop which will cause an icing condition in the carburetor. If this develops, the engine may run rough, loose power, and may stall. Call Product Service for more information.
NOTE: Refer to the engine manufacturer's manual for service and maintenance of the engine.
QUICK STARTING TIPS FOR UNITS THAT HAVE BEEN SITTING FOR AWHILE:
If your unit has been sitting around for a long time period and is hard to start, try doing some of these easy steps before calling the Customer Hotline.
1.Check the oil level.
2.Replace the old fuel.
3.Change the spark plug.
4.Check the fuel lines. Make sure the fuel valve is open.
5.Check all generator parts for integrity.
6.Clean the Carburetor. (See engine manual for service centers)
SERVICE AND STORAGE
INFREQUENT SERVICE
If the unit is used infrequently, difficult starting may result. to eliminate hard starting, run the generator at least 30 minutes every month. Also, if the unit will not be used for
CONTACT THE
COLEMAN® POWERMATE®
PRODUCT SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT
to obtain warranty service information or to
order replacement parts or accessories
HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS
Even quality built equipment such as the Coleman® Powermate® electric generator you have purchased, might need occasional replacement parts to maintain it in good condition over the years. To order replacement parts, please give the fol- lowing information:
1.Model No. and Serial No. and all specifications shown on the Model No./Serial No. plate.
2.Part number or numbers as shown in the Parts List section.
3.A brief description of the trouble with the generator.
NOTE: If replacement parts are required for the engine, contact one of the engine manufacturer's service centers.
Powermate Corporation
4970 Airport Road
P. O. Box 6001
Kearney, NE 68848
www.powermate.com
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