Mi-T-M GEN-8000-iMM1E, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...F S 041122 OPERATOR S MANUAL FOR GEN 8000 iMM1E GENERATOR CAUTION RISK OF INJURY READ ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THIS MANUAL IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE GENERATOR AND MUST REMAIN WITH THIS UNIT Copyright 2022 Mi T M Corporation ...

Page 2: ...tion numbers in a secure place off the machine WARRANTY is provided from your dealer for customers who operate and maintain their equipment as described in this manual The warranty is explained on the warranty certificate shown in this manual This warranty provides you the assurance that your deal er will back products where defects appear within the warranty period Should the equipment be abused ...

Page 3: ...s engine The Air Index level defines how clean an engine s exhaust is over a period of time A bar graph scaled from 0 most clean to 10 least clean is used to show an engine s Air Index level A lower Air Index level represents cleaner exhaust from an engine The period of time in hours that the Air Index level is measured is known as the durability period Depending on the size of the engine a select...

Page 4: ...ANUAL ARE BASED ON THE LATEST INFORMATION AVAILABLE AT THE TIME OF PUBLICATION THE RIGHT IS RESERVED TO MAKE CHANGES AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE INTRODUCTION 2 CONTENTS 4 SAFETY 5 CONTROLS 13 PREPARING THE GENERATOR 17 OPERATION 21 SERVICE 22 STORAGE 26 TROUBLESHOOTING 27 SPECIFICATIONS 28 ...

Page 5: ...ecautions are listed on CAUTION safety signs CAUTION also calls attention to safety messages in this manual FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and safety signs on your machine Keep safety signs in good condition Replace missing or damaged safety signs Be sure new equipment components and repair parts include the current safety signs Replacement safety sign...

Page 6: ...rbon monoxide gas to come indoors ONLY run generator outdoors and away from air intakes NEVER run generator inside homes garages sheds or other semi en closed spaces These spaces can trap poisonous gases EVEN IF you run a fan or open doors and windows If you start to feel sick dizzy or weak while using the generator shut if off and get fresh air RIGHT AWAY See a doctor You may have carbon monoxide...

Page 7: ...D FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER PROTECTION These generators are equipped with two GFCI Ground Fault Cir cuit Interrupters 120V duplex receptacles for protection against the hazards of electrical shock from defective attachments such as tools cords and cables WARNING THE GFCIS MAY NOT FUNCTION UNLESS THE GENERATOR IS PROPERLY GROUNDED FOLLOW THE CORRECT PROCEDURE SPECIFIED IN THE SECTION LABELED GROUND...

Page 8: ... wet before touching the generator Plug appliances directly into the generator Or use a heavy duty outdoor rated extension cord that is rated in watts or amps at least equal to the sum of the connected appliance loads Check that the entire cord is free of cuts or tears and that the plug has all three prongs especially a grounding pin NEVER try to power the house wiring by plugging the genera tor i...

Page 9: ...enerator burnout or electric shock hazard Replace damaged or worn cords immediately 5 Do not operate in rain in wet or damp conditions or with wet hands The operator may suffer severe electric shock if the generator is wet due to rain or snow 6 If wet wipe and dry it well before starting Do not pour water directly over the generator nor wash it with water 7 Be extremely careful that all necessary ...

Page 10: ...ppliance owners manual Tool and appliance applications and limitations must be understood Follow all directions given on labels and warnings Keep all instruction manuals and literature in a safe place for future reference 13 Use only LISTED extension cords When a tool or appliance is used outdoors use only extension cords marked For Outdoor Use Extension cords when not in use should be stored in a...

Page 11: ...hields are tight and in place Locate all operating controls and safety labels Inspect power cord for damage before using There is a hazard of electrical shock from crushing cutting or heat damage PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy Keep emergency numbers for doctors ambulance ser vice hospital and fire department near your telephone Be prepared if a fire starts...

Page 12: ...2 WARNING Cancer and Reproductive Harm www P65warnings ca gov SHOCK A generator is a potential shock hazard which can result in serious injury or death Generator must be kept dry and MUST be grounded before use See operators manual for specific instructions Always keep generator three 3 feet from any structure EXPLOSIVE FUEL Gasoline is extremely flammable and its vapors can explode if ignited cau...

Page 13: ...Operator s Manual 13 CONTROLS FEATURES 4 6 5 1 2 3 7 8 9 1 Control panel 2 Fuel level gauge 3 Folding handles 4 Fuel tank 5 Fuel cap 6 Fuel tank rollover valve 7 Recoil 8 Oil access 9 Exhaust ...

Page 14: ...E NEUTRE MIS À LA MASSE À LA CARCASSE DU MOTEUR NEUTRO CONECTADO A TIERRA AL BASTIDOR DEL MOTOR AC RESET DC 12 V 1 3 4 5 6 7 2 8 9 10 11 13 12 14 16 17 15 18 1 Auto idle switch 2 Low oil indicator 3 Overload indicator 4 Output indicator 5 CO sensor LED indicator 6 USB receptacle 2 7 12 Volt DC 8 3 Amp Receptacle 8 DC Circuit breaker 9 Volt Frequency Hour display 10 Main AC circuit breakers 11 Over...

Page 15: ...l switch When in the on position I the engine will vary speed to match the required power output to conserve fuel and reduce wear and noise CO DETECTOR SHUT OFF SYSTEM The carbon monoxide CO Detector monitors the accumulation of CO gas while the generator is running and will shut off the engine if the levels become dangerously high The CO Detector on this generator is not a substitute for an indoo...

Page 16: ... in a connected load or the generator is overloaded The output power indicator will illuminate green when the generator is in normal operation OIL CAP DIPSTICK Remove the oil fill cap to check and add lubricant to the generator when necessary OIL DRAIN PLUG When changing the engine lubricant unscrew and remove the oil drain plug to allow old engine lubricant to be drained RESET BUTTON The reset bu...

Page 17: ...de size or larger and the outer surface must be noncorrosive If a steel or iron rod is used it should be at least 5 8 inch diameter and if a nonferrous rod is used it should be at least 1 2 inch diameter and be listed as material for grounding Drive the rod or pipe to a depth of 8 feet If a rock bottom is encountered less than 4 feet down bury the rod or pipe in a trench All electrical tools and a...

Page 18: ... engine before it has been properly filled with oil will result in equipment failure NOTE If a separate engine manual is provided for this prod uct please follow the instructions provided in the engine manual instead of the information listed below Engine lubricant has a major influence on engine performance and service life For general all temperature use SAE SJ 15W 40 is recommended Always use a...

Page 19: ...l stabilizer not included extends the usable life of fuel and helps prevent deposits from forming that can clog the fuel system Follow fuel stabilizer manufacturer s directions for correct ratio of stabilizer to fuel 1 Mix fuel stabilizer and gasoline prior to filling the tank by usingagascanorotherapprovedfuelcontainerandshaking gently to combine NOTE To control the amount of fuel stabilizer bein...

Page 20: ...HOT LET THE UNIT COOL FOR AT LEAST FIVE MINUTES BEFORE ADDING FUEL AFTER FUELING IMMEDIATELY REPLACE FUEL CAP AND TIGHTEN SECURELY MOVE AT LEAST 30 FT FROM REFUELING SITE BEFORE STARTING ENGINE DO NOT SMOKE AND STAY AWAY FROM OPEN FLAMES AND SPARKS FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN A FIRE AND CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY NOTE Always use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rati...

Page 21: ...he recoil starting grip until the engine runs 5 Turn the switch to the RUN position NOTE Do not allow the grip to snap back after starting return it gently to its original place CAUTION DO NOT CONNECT APPLIANCES WITH DEFECTIVE LINES AND OR PLUGS BE SURE APPLIANCES ARE NOT CONNECTED TO GENERATOR WHEN STARTING UP STARTING THE GENERATOR WITH AN APPLIANCE CONNECTED COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE GENERA...

Page 22: ... YOUR GENERATOR FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN CAUSE THE MONITOR TO MALFUNCTION WHICH CAN RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY NOTICE Periodically inspect the entire product for dam aged missing or loose parts such as screws nuts bolts caps etc Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not operate this product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced Please contact cust...

Page 23: ...de 4 Remove the oil cap dipstick 5 Place oil pan under the drain hose Remove the oil plug and tilt the generator slightly to drain the oil completely NOTE Drain the lubricant while the engine is still warm but not hot Warm lubricant will drain quickly and more completely WARNING DO NOT CHANGE ENGINE LUBRICANT WHILE IT IS HOT ACCIDENTAL CONTACT WITH HOT ENGINE LUBRICANT COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS BURN...

Page 24: ...th a spark arrestor that has been evaluated by the USDA Forest Service how ever product users must comply with Federal State and local fire prevention regulations Check with appropriate authorities Contact customer service or a qualified service center to purchase a replacement spark arrestor The spark arrestor must be cleaned or replaced every 50 hours or yearly to ensure proper performance of yo...

Page 25: ...ening the fuel valve CLEAN FUEL TANK CAP AND STRAINER Wipe off the fuel cap and surrounding area before remov ing the fuel cap Wiping off the fuel cap and surrounding area before removing the fuel cap helps to reduce the amount of contaminants allowed into the fuel system If there is a build up of debris in the fuel strainer remove the strainer and rinse out the strainer Allow the strainer to dry ...

Page 26: ...cylinder Turn the engine slowly with the pull rope to distribute the lubricant Reinstall spark plug Change engine lubricant AFTER REMOVAL FROM STORAGE Fill with fresh gasoline WARNING GASOLINE IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE AND IS EXPLOSIVE UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS DRAIN THE FUEL IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA WITH THE ENGINE STOPPED AND COOL NEVER SMOKE OR ALLOW FLAMES OR SPARKS IN THE AREA DURING THIS PROCED...

Page 27: ...without treating or draining gasoline or refueled with bad gasoline Drain fuel and carburetor Refuel with fresh gas oline Dirty air filter Clean or replace as needed AC receptacle does not work Item plugged in is defective Try a different item Generator is overloaded Remove loads and press the reset button Circuit breaker is tripped Reset the AC circuit breaker Generator makes a spark knock or pin...

Page 28: ...s this informa tion when ordering parts Model No _________________________________________ Machine Serial No _________________________________ ___________________________________________________ Date of Purchase___________________________________ To be filled in by purchaser XXXXXXXXXX Model Modele Serial Number Numéro De Sér AC voltage Tension C A Current Courant Frequency Frequence Phase Phase M...

Page 29: ... to normal wear misapplication misuse operation at other than recommended Failure to follow recommended operating and maintenance procedures also voids warranty 3 The use of other than genuine manufacturer repair parts will void warranty 4 Parts returned prepaid to our factory or to an Authorized Mi T M Service Center will be inspected and replaced free of charge if found to be defective and subje...

Page 30: ...d begins on the date the engine is delivered to an ultimate purchaser or first placed into service The warranty period is two years b Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as stated below the warranty on emissions related parts is as follows 1 Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in your owner s manual is warranted for the warranty period stated a...

Page 31: ...g Brackets 18 Carburetor Purge Port Connector Note As they relate to the evaporative emission control system d Emission Warranty Parts List for Exhaust 1 Fuel Metering System i Carburetor and internal parts and or pressure regulator or fuel injection system ii Air fuel ratio feedback and control system iii Cold start enrichment system 2 Air Induction System i Controlled hot air intake system ii In...