Firman P08007, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...d and level before performing any maintenance or service IMPORTANT Record product information to reference when ordering parts or obtaining warranty coverage Serial Number PORTABLE GENERATOR MODEL NUMBER P08007 Rev Level 00 DO NOT RETURN TO STORE CALL US FIRST CUSTOMER HOTLINE 1 844 347 6261 FOR QUESTIONS OR SERVICE INFORMATION Purchase Date ...

Page 2: ...Electric Start 18 Starting the Generator Remote Start 19 Connecting Electrical Loads 20 Stopping the Engine 20 Low Oil Shutdown 21 Do Not Overload Generator 21 Introduction Battery Cable Connection Connecting to a Building s Electrical Maintenance And Storage 22 Maintenance Schedule 22 Engine Maintenance 23 Change Engine Oil 23 Air Filter Maintenance 23 Spark Plug Maintenance 24 Cleaning Fuel Stra...

Page 3: ...rmation The manufacturer cannot possibly anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a hazard The warnings in this manual and the tags and decals affixed to the unit are therefore not all inclusive If you use a procedure work method or operating technique that the manufacturer does not specifically recommend you must satisfy yourself that it is safe for you and others You must also m...

Page 4: ...SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Page 02 WARNING POISONOUS GAS HAZARD English Customer Service 1 844 FIRMAN1 ...

Page 5: ...ide and downwind far away from windows doors and vents Direct exhaust away from occupied spaces INCORRECT USAGE Do not operate in any of the following locations Near any door window or vent Garage Basement Crawl Space Living Area Attic Entry Way Porch Mudroom English Customer Service 1 844 FIRMAN1 ...

Page 6: ...rns fire or explosion resulting in death or serious injury and or property damage WHEN ADDING OR DRAINING FUEL Turn generator engine OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes before removing fuel cap Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in tank Fill or drain fuel tank outdoors DO NOT overfill tank Allow space for fuel expansion If fuel spills wait until it evaporates before starting engine Keep fuel...

Page 7: ...OT handle generator or electrical cords while standing in water while barefoot or while hands or feet are wet DO NOT allow unqualified persons or children to operate or service generator WARNING Exhaust heat gases could ignite combustibles structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire resulting in death or serious injury and or property damage Contact with muffler area could cause burns resulting ...

Page 8: ...rm your electricity provider immediately if you or anyone in your household depends on electrical equipment to live Inform your electrical provider immediately if a loss of power would cause you or anyone in your household to experience a medical emergency NOTE Improper treatment of generator could damage it and shorten its life UNPACKING THE GENERATOR Parts Included Your gasoline powered generato...

Page 9: ...ing wheels tip the generator on its side 2 Slide the axle pin A through the wheel B 3 Slide the axle pin A through the mount point on the frame and flat washer D 4 Secure the wheel and axle pin with the cotter pin C 5 Repeat steps 2 4 to attach another wheel 1 Attach the support leg G to the generator frame with flange bolts E M8x16 and flange lock nuts F M8 2 Tip the generator slowly so that it r...

Page 10: ...onnection NOTE The generator comes equiped with the positive red and negative black cables already attached to battery terminals 1 Cut wire tie that is binding the black battery cables A and B 2 Insert the male connector of cable A into female connector of cable B ...

Page 11: ... Flat Free Wheel 10 Oil Filler Cap 11 Outlet Cover 12 Control Panel 13 Handle 14 Battery 15 Remote Holder English Customer Service 1 844 FIRMAN1 We are always working to improve our products Therefore the enclosed product may differ slightly from the image on this page The remote controller can be placed inside the remote holder for easy access 1 16 Short Power Cord L14 30P to 4X5 20R 17 Power Cor...

Page 12: ...C voltage indicator C Frequency indicator D Hour indicator E Low oil indicator F Select button English Customer Service 1 844 FIRMAN1 2 3 4 5 1 120V 30A Twist Lock NEMA L5 30R 120 240V 30A Twist Lock NEMA L14 30R 120V 20A Duplex NEMA 5 20R 30 Amp current may be drawn from this 120 Volt receptacle Remote Start Indicator Light The light will light or flash depending on the status of the remote start...

Page 13: ...drained Remote Control Programming 1 Flip the engine switch to the RUN l position NOTE YOUR REMOTE CONTROL IS ALREADY PROGRAMMED IN FACTORYFORYOURCONVENIENCE ANDITISREADYTO STARTTHEGENERATOR Before the generator can be started an initial start up procedure must be performed so the generator and the remote control recognize each other If the remote control is replaced then you will need to go throu...

Page 14: ...Phase Power Factor Voltage Regulator Alternator Type Running Watts Starting Watts Engine Engine Type Displacement Low Oil Shutdown Ignition System Starting System Fuel Capacity Fuel Tank Lubricating Oil Capacity Carburetor Type Air Cleaner P T O Shaft Rotation 120 240V P08004 8000 AVR Single 1 Single Cylinder 4 Stroke OHV Air Cooled 439cc Breakless Ignition Type Flywheel Magneto Unleaded Automotiv...

Page 15: ...l activate a warning device or stop the engine If generator shuts off and the oil level is within specifications check to see if generator is sitting at an angle that forces oil to shift Place on an even surface to correct this If engine fails to start the oil level may not be sufficient to deactivate low oil level switch Make sure the sump is completely full of oil H DRAIN PLUG L 5 Replace oil fi...

Page 16: ...nk Be careful not to fill above the red fuel level indicator This allows adequate space for fuel expansion 3 Install fuel cap and let any spilled fuel evaporate before starting engine or wipe up any spilled gasoline English Customer Service 1 844 FIRMAN1 CAUTION Slowly add unleaded gasoline to fuel tank Do not overfill tank Do not fill above the red line indicator This will allow expansion in hot ...

Page 17: ...herwise damaged DO NOT operate generator in the rain or wet weather DO NOT handle generator or electrical cords while standing in water while barefoot or while hands or feet are wet DO NOT allow unqualified persons or children to operate or service generator ConnectingtoaBuilding sElectricalSystem WARNING Generator voltage could cause electrical shock or burn resulting in death or serious injury T...

Page 18: ... the weather Keep exhaust pipe clear of foreign objects Keep generator away from open flame Keep generator on a stable and level surface WARNING Surge Protection Voltage fluctuation may impair the proper functioning of sensitive electronic equipment WARNING POISONOUS GAS HAZARD Do not block generator air vents with paper or other material CAUTION Tilting can cause fuel spillage CAUTION English Cus...

Page 19: ...gine pull cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback 4 Turn the fuel valve to the ON l position 8 Pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly 3 Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator Never start or stop the generator with electrical devices plugged in or turned on English Customer Service 1 844 FIRMAN1 Keep choke lever i...

Page 20: ...ect all electrical loads from the generator Never start or stop the generator with electrical devices plugged in or turned on 4 Turn the fuel valve to the ON l position 5 Flip the engine switch to the RUN l position 6 Flip the battery switch to the ON l position 7 Move the choke lever to the START position 8 Press and hold the engine switch in the START ll position for few seconds and release the ...

Page 21: ...RCONVENIENCE ANDITISREADYTO STARTTHEGENERATOR If the remote control is replaced then you will need to go through programming procedure in Remote Control Programming section 3 Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator Never start or stop the generator with electrical devices plugged in or turned on 5 Flip the engine switch to the RUN l position 4 Turn the fuel valve to the ON l position 6 ...

Page 22: ...will void warranty CAUTION When applying a load do not exceed the maximum wattage rating of the generator when using one or more receptacles Also do not exceed the amperage rating of any one receptacle Do not apply heavy electrical load during break in period the first five hours of operations If the engine fails to start within 3 to 5 seconds the engine will attempt to start five additional times...

Page 23: ...top the engine Check oil level with dipstick If oil level is between LOW and HIGH mark on dipstick 1 DO NOT try to restart the engine 2 Contact an Authorized FIRMAN Service Dealer 3 DO NOT operate engine until oil level is corrected If oil level is below LOW mark on dipstick 1 Add oil to bring level to HIGH mark 2 Restart engine and if the engine stops again a low oil condition may still exist DO ...

Page 24: ...hould clean or replace the spark plug and replace the air filter New spark plugs and clean air filter assure proper fuel air mixture and help your engine run better and last longer ITEM NOTES Daily Before operation Initial 25 hours Every 50 hours Every 100 hours or annual Fittings Fasteners Spark Plug Engine Oil Air Filter Fuel Line Exhaust System Engine Check condition Adjust gap and clean Replac...

Page 25: ...ory animals Thoroughly wash exposed areas with soap and water a Drain oil by removing the drain plug and the oil filler cap while the engine is warm Change engine oil every 100 hours for a new engine change oil after 25 hours DRAIN PLUG Please use a container to dump the used oil for protecting the environment b Reinstall the drain plug and fill the engine with oil until it reaches the HIGH H leve...

Page 26: ...ing CUP BODY b Remove spark plug using provided wrench Inspect spark plug for damage and clean with a wire brush before reinstalling Inspect Muffler and Spark Arrester Inspect the muffler for cracks corrosion or other damage Remove the spark arrester if equipped and inspect for damage or carbon blockage If replacement parts are required make sure to use only original equipment replacement parts Ex...

Page 27: ...exterior surfaces of the generator Use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt and oil Use an air compressor 25 PSI to clear dirt and debris from the generator Inspect all air vents and cooling slots to ensure that they are clean and unobstructed Depending on the type fuel used the type and amount of lubricant used and or your operating conditions the exhaust part and muffler may become blocked with c...

Page 28: ...ssential fuel system parts such as the carburetor fuel hoses or tank during storage Also experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage When the generator set is not being operated or is being stored for more th...

Page 29: ...ys using a fuel stabilizer A FUEL STABLIZER will minimize the formula tion 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 If it is not practical to empty the fuel tank and the unit is to be stored for some time use a commercially available FUEL STABILIZER added to the gasoline to increase the life of...

Page 30: ...l tank and carburetor fill with fresh fuel 7 Connect wire to spark plug 8 Replace spark plug 9 Drain gas tank and carburetor fill with fresh fuel 10 Wait 5 minutes and re crank engine 11 Contact authorized service facility 12 Contact authorized service facility 13 Contact authorized service facility Engine lacks power 1 Load is too high 2 Dirty air filter 1 Don t Overload Generator 2 Replace air f...

Page 31: ...Page 29 PARTS DIAGRAM AND PART LIST P08007 PARTS DIAGRAM English Customer Service 1 844 FIRMAN1 134 135 136 ...

Page 32: ...Page 30 English Customer Service 1 844 FIRMAN1 439cc ENGINE PARTS DIAGRAM ...

Page 33: ... 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 127 128 129 130 131 132 133 134 135 136 NO Part Number Description Qty 357713533 357713534 357713535 357713536 357713550 357713551 357713552 357713553 357713607 357713555 336713611 357713556 336713693 336713578 336713558 336713514 336713516 336713517 3367...

Page 34: ...rburetor Gskt carb Carburetor Choke Connector 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 NO Part Number Description Qty 336723601 357723553 336723603 336723604 336723605 357723554 357723555 336723555 357723556 357723557 357723558 357723559 357723560 3577...

Page 35: ...d Warranty Do Not Return the Unit to the Place of Purchase Contact the FIRMAN Service Center and FIRMAN will troubleshoot any issue via phone or e mail If the problem is not corrected by this method FIRMAN will at its option authorize evaluation repair or replacement of the defective part or component at a FIRMAN Service Center FIRMAN will provide you with a case number for warranty service Please...

Page 36: ...t apply to parts and or labor if your product is deemed to have been misused neglected involved in an accident abused loaded beyond the generator s limits modified installed improperly or connected incorrectly to any electrical component Normal maintenance is not covered by this warranty Other Exclusions This warranty excludes cosmetic defects such as paint decals etc wear items accessory parts fa...

Page 37: ... failure under warranty of any warranted part MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE The exhaust and evaporative emissions control system on your is warranted for two years If any emissions related part on your small off road engine and engine powered equipment is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by FIRMAN small off road engine and engine powered equipment The California Air Resources Boa...

Page 38: ...old Air cleaner 5 Crankcase breather assembly including Breather connection tube 6 Fuel tank evaporative emission control system including Purge valves Carbon canister Vapor hoses and fitting clamps FIRMAN POWER EQUIPMENT INC Email support firmanpowerequipment com www firmanpowerequipment com 8 Throughout the emissions warranty period defined in Subsection b 2 FIRMAN will maintain a supply of warr...

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