Firman P08008, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...P N 380745457 Rev 00 GASOLINE PORTABLE GENERATOR Record product information to reference when ordering parts or obtaining warranty coverage MODEL NUMBER P08008 Rev Level 00 OPERATOR S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...ontains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with generator products and how to avoid them This generator is designed and intended only for supplying electrical power for operating compatible electrical lighting appliances tools and motor loads and is not intended for any other purpose It is important that you read and understand these instructions thoroughly be...

Page 3: ...ts vapors are extremely flammable which could cause burns or fire resulting in death or serious injury Engine exhaust could cause fire resulting in death or serious injury Hot Surface Muffler could cause burns resulting in serious injury Generator could cause electrical shock resulting in death or serious injury Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a potential personal injury hazard Operator s Manual Fai...

Page 4: ...nerator is designed to be used only with FIRMAN authorized parts FIRMAN The generator has a system ground that connects the generator frame components to the ground terminals on the AC output receptacles The system ground is connected to the AC neutral wire The neutral is bonded to the generator frame System Ground There may be Federal or State regulations local codes or ordinances that apply to t...

Page 5: ...DED Extension cords running directly into the home increase your risk of carbon monoxide poisoning through any openings If an extension cord running directly into your home is used to power indoor items the operator recognizes that this increases the risk of CO poisoning to people inside the home and assumes that risk 6 Install a listed transfer switch as soon as possible if this or any generator ...

Page 6: ... 1 Fuel Gauge 2 8 0 Gallon 30L Capacity Fuel Tank 3 Fuel Cap 5 Fuel Valve 6 Air Filter 7 439cc FIRMAN OHV Engine 8 Recoil Starter 9 10 0 25 4cm Flat Free Wheel 10 Oil Filler Cap 11 Outlet Cover 12 Control Panel 13 Handle 14 Battery 15 Remote Holder The remote controller can be placed inside the remote holder for easy access 4 Choke Lever behind air filter box 16 Data Decal Serial Number ...

Page 7: ...English Customer Service 1 844 FIRMAN1 06 FEATURES AND CONTROLS ...

Page 8: ...English Customer Service 1 844 FIRMAN1 07 FEATURES AND CONTROLS ...

Page 9: ...English Customer Service 1 844 FIRMAN1 08 FEATURES AND CONTROLS ...

Page 10: ...lectrician or authority having jurisdiction for local grounding requirements 3 Battery Switch Power the electric starter 4 Remote Start Indicator Light The light will light or flash depending on the status of the remote start system 5 Remote Start Program Button Use this button along with the remote control to program the generator to be started remotely Your remote control is already programmed i...

Page 11: ...s crawlspaces sheds or other partially enclosed spaces even if using fans or opening doors and windows for ventilation Carbon monoxide can quickly build up in these spaces and can linger for hours even after this product has shut off If you start to feel sick dizzy weak or your home s carbon monoxide alarm sounds get to fresh air right away Call emergency services You may have carbon monoxide pois...

Page 12: ...table generator at least 5 ft 1 5 m from any structure trees or vegetation over 12 in 30 cm in height Select an outdoor site that is dry and protected from the weather Do not move portable generator indoors to protect it from the weather Do not locate the portable generator under a deck or other similar structure that may confine heat and airflow 11 OPERATION 5 ft 1 5 m min 5 ft 1 5 m min 20 ft 6 ...

Page 13: ...art to select the proper oil for the outdoor temperature range expected NOTICE Do not attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been properly filled with the recommended type and amount of oil Damage due to operation with no oil will void your warranty Degrees Celsiusº Outside Full Synthetic 5W 30 Degrees Fahrenheitº Outside 5W 30 10W 40 10W 30 1 Place generator on a flat level surface 2 ...

Page 14: ...h enough to deactivate the internal low oil level switch Make sure the sump is completely full of oil to the upper limit H Do not operate engine until oil level issue is corrected Contact FIRMAN customer service Low Oil Shutdown Add Gasoline WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable which could cause burns or fire resulting in death or serious injury Turn generator engine OFF and let it ...

Page 15: ...native main jet and installation instructions can be obtained by contacting customer service NOTICE Operation using an alternative main jet at elevations lower than the recommended minimum altitude can damage the engine For operation at lower elevations the standard main jet supplied must be used Operating the engine with the wrong main jet may increase exhaust emissions fuel consumption and reduc...

Page 16: ...e 2 Move portable generator outdoors to safe operating location at least 20 ft 6 m from any occupied spaces 15 OPERATION 3 Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator Never start or stop the generator with electrical devices plugged in 5 Flip the engine switch to the RUN l position 4 Turn the fuel valve to the ON l position 7 Move the choke lever to the START position For remote start move ...

Page 17: ...rapidly 10 Do not over choke As soon as engine starts and warms up move the choke lever to the RUN position 11 Push and release the START button on the remote control 3 to 5 seconds and start The generator will turn over for START An engine warmup delay is programmed into the remote start cycle After the generator is running there will be a delay of electrical output for 15 seconds If the generato...

Page 18: ...er service If GFCI trips while in use reset and test the outlet Electric cords laying on the ground with worn insulation may trip the GFCI only use cords in good condition RESET TEST TEST MONTHLY FOLLOW DIRECTIONS RESET BUTTON Receptacle Outlet LED Indicator Light TEST BUTTON Outlet In addition to the manual test reset feature the GFCI receptacle tests itself periodically to confirm the GFCI elect...

Page 19: ...ith the largest load first 5 Allow the engine to stabilize 6 Plug in and turn on the next item 7 Allow the engine to stabilize 8 Repeat steps 5 6 for each additional item Surge Protection There is a remote chance that voltage fluctuations may impair the proper functioning of some sensitive electronic equipment Electronic devices including computers and many programmable appliances may use componen...

Page 20: ...o show CO ALERT is functioning properly TM Carbon monoxide accumulated around generator Prior to restart move generator to an open outdoor area 20 ft 6 m from occupied spaces with exhaust pointed away Air out premises open windows and doors before reoccupying property Automatic shutoff is an indication generator was improperly located If you start to feel sick dizzy weak or your homes carbon monox...

Page 21: ... Push and release the STOP button on the remote control The generator STOP 3 Flip the engine switch to OFF O position 4 Flip the battery switch on OFF O position STOP If a cover is used do not install until unit has cooled 5 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF O position The battery switch always should be in OFF O position at the end of use to prevent battery drain NOTICE ...

Page 22: ...the spark plug and replace the air filter New spark plug and clean air filter assure proper fuel air mixture and help your engine run at peak performance and last longer To be performed by knowledgable experienced owner or by authorized service center MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ITEM NOTES Daily Before operation Initial 25 hours Every 50 hours Every 100 hours or annual Fittings Fasteners Spark Plug Engin...

Page 23: ...rolonged or repeated skin contact with used motor oil Used motor oil has been shown to cause skin cancer in certain laboratory animals Thoroughly wash exposed areas with soap and water KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN DON T POLLUTE CONSERVE RESOURCES RETURN USED OIL TO COLLECTION CENTERS NOTICE We recommend using FIRMAN SAE 10W 30 API SJ oil for best performance Other high quality detergent oils API ...

Page 24: ... a clean cloth b Saturate foam air filter element with clean engine oil and squeeze in a clean cloth to remove excess oil Spark Plug Maintenance Changing the spark plug will help your engine start easier and run at peak performance a Remove the spark plug boot b Remove spark plug using provided wrench 23 Reinstall clean or new air filter element c Maintenance Storage ...

Page 25: ...WARNING Contact with muffler area could cause burns resulting in serious injury Do not tough hot parts It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate the engine on any forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester as defined in Section 4442 maintained in effective working order Other states or fed...

Page 26: ...n all exterior surfaces 25 Run the generator at least 30 minutes every month Maintenance Storage Inspect Muffler and Spark Arrester 1 Inspect the muffler for cracks corrosion or other damage 2 Remove the screws securing the spark arrester in place and the remove it from muffler 3 Carefully remove the carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen with a wire brush 4 Replace the spark arrester if i...

Page 27: ...d If the battery is not able to start the engine the battery must be connected to a standard automotive style battery charger for re charging before it can be used Battery Charging 26 Maintenance Storage 1 Remove the spark plug boot from spark plug 2 Remove the nut and bolt from the negative post first then the positive post 3 Loosen and remove the fasteners A on the battery holding bracket 4 Remo...

Page 28: ...own 3 There is no need to drain gasoline from the generator fuel tank if fuel stabilizer is added 4 FUEL STARVATION If you elect to drain fuel tank move generator outdoors Once fuel tank is drained turn fuel valve to on position Start and run the portable generator outdoors until engine stops from lack of gasoline This will drain remaining gasoline from tank fuel lines and carburetor 5 Always turn...

Page 29: ...asoline 7 Connect wire to spark plug 8 Replace spark plug 9 Drain gas tank and carburetor fill with fresh gasoline 10 Wait 5 minutes and re crank engine 11 Contact authorized service facility Engine lacks power 1 Load is too high 2 Dirty air filter 1 Don t Overload Generator 2 Replace air filter Engine hunts or falters 1 Carburetor is running too rich or too lean 1 Contact authorized service facil...

Page 30: ... Cylinder 4 Stroke OHV Air Cooled 439cc Breakless Ignition Type Flywheel Magneto Unleaded Automotive Gasoline 8 U S Gallons 30L 37 2 oz 1 1L Counter Clockwise Facing P T O Float Brushed Polyurethane Type Yes 10000 FIRMAN Rated Fequency 60Hz Oil Type See Add Engine Oil Section Recoil Electric Start Remote AC Grounding System Neutral Bonded To Frame Generator certified in accordance with CSA Canadia...

Page 31: ...PARTS DIAGRAM AND PART LIST P08008 PARTS DIAGRAM English Customer Service 1 844 FIRMAN1 30 ...

Page 32: ...439cc ENGINE PARTS DIAGRAM English Customer Service 1 844 FIRMAN1 31 ...

Page 33: ...r ø8 2 ø17 0 8 Cotter Pin Handle Cover Handle Axle Pin Handle Bracket Handle Handle Assy Stuffy 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 2 1 1 2 4 2 2 1 1 1 2 1 1 4 1 7 1 2 1 1 1 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 NO Part Number Description Qty 42 43 44 45 45 1 45 2 45 3 45 4 46 47 48 49 50 50 1 50 2 50 3 50 4 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 65 1 65 2 65 3 65 4 65 5 65 6 65 7 66 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75...

Page 34: ... Nut M4 Circuit Breaker Amp 33A Rectifier Bridge Charge Module Control Module Nut M3 Multi Meter Switch Remote Holder Remote Control Engine Switch Switch Pilot Lamp Outlet Cover TT 30R Outlet Cover L5 30R Bolt M6 22 Nut M6 Lock Washer Ø6 Flat Washer Ø6 Outlet Cover 5 20R GFCI Fuse Control Panel Flange bolt M6 12 Receptacle 5 20R GFCI Receptacle L14 30R Receptacle 14 50R Circuit Breaker Amp 30A Cir...

Page 35: ...econd Piston 3 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 5 1 1 1 2 7 2 2 1 1 1 2 1 1 2 1 2 1 1 2 2 1 4 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 NO Part Number Description Qty 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 76 1 76 2 76 3 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 380723505 380723502 375717006 357723544 357723521 375717007 357723528 357723530 357723525 357723526 ...

Page 36: ...36718314 357723554 375418307 375418303 375418304 375418305 380423504 Choke Connector Spring Step Moter Holder Step Moter Bolt M4 8 Step Moter Cover Air Cleaner Assy Elbow Air Cleaner Seal Clapboard Nut M5 Element Air Cleaner Lock I Lock Ii Cover Air Cleaner Air Cleaner Bracket Nut M6 Gasket Air Cleaner Starter Crankcase Cover Ring Assy Cylinder Head Assy Gasket Set 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 6 1 1 1 1 1 ...

Page 37: ...English Customer Service 1 844 FIRMAN1 36 Parts Diagrams Parts Lists Wiring Diagram Wiring Diagram ...

Page 38: ...ipt of your Warranty Registration Card and a copy of your sales receipt from one of FIRMAN s retail locations as proof of purchase Please submit your warranty registration and your proof of purchase within ten 10 days of the date of purchase 37 For service information contact FRIMAN customer service at 1 844 347 6261 or at www firmanpowerequipment com to obtain warranty service information or to o...

Page 39: ...nstallation Use and Maintenance This warranty will not 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 s...

Page 40: ...y a 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 ...

Page 41: ... manifold 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 www firmanpowerequipment com 8 Throughout the emissions warranty period defined in Subsection b 2 FIRMAN will maintain a supply of warranted parts sufficient to meet th...

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