Porter-Cable PH350IS, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ... operations Part No D27381 033 0 ESPAÑOL PÁGINA 23 FRANÇAIS PAGE 45 To learn more about Porter Cable visit our website at http www porter cable com Model PH350IS Copyright 2003 Porter Cable Corporation 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 Type Serial No Generator ...

Page 2: ...to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm CONSUMER GENERAL AND SERVICE INFORMATION Please read and follow these instructions for proper use and maintenance If you experience any problems and need assistance please call us at our toll free number 1 888 559 8550 Monday through Saturday 8 00 a m To 6 00 p m C S T If repair or service part purchase is required our many Authorized Warran...

Page 3: ...l warnings and operating instructions before using RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Attempting to connect generator directly to the electrical system of any building structure Back feeding electricity through a building s electrical system to the outside utility feed lines could endanger repair persons attempting to restore service Never backfeed electricity ...

Page 4: ...charged components can transmit electricity to the frame and other surfaces resulting in electrical shock to anyone con tacting them Operate generator in a clean dry well ventilated area Make sure hands are dry before touching unit Use of worn damaged under sized or un grounded exten sion cords Use of ungrounded cordsets could prevent operation of circuit breakers and result in electrical shock Al...

Page 5: ...OPERATE UNIT INDOORS OR IN ANY CONFINED AREA Materials placed against or near the generator or operating the generator in areas where the temperature exceeds 104 F am bient such as storage rooms or garages can interfere with its proper ventilation features caus ing overheating and possible ig nition of the materials or build ings Sparks fire hot objects Inadequate ventilation for generator Tamperi...

Page 6: ...osed areas such as garages basements storage sheds or in any location occupied by humans or animals Keep children pets and others away from area of operat ing unit Gasoline engines produce toxic carbon monoxide exhaust fumes RISK OF INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE WHEN TRANSPORTING GENERATOR HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Fire Inhalation Damage to Vehicle Surfaces Fuel or oil can leak or spil...

Page 7: ... surge protector Raising or suspending generators equipped with lift rings improperly Generator could fall causing serious injury or death to you or others Always use proper connecting procedures as described in this manual when connecting cables chains or straps for raising or suspending generators equipped with lift rings Operating generator while suspended Generator will not operate properly an...

Page 8: ...are covered by guarding to prevent injury Contact with moving parts can result in serious injury RISK FROM LIFTING The generator is too heavy to be lifted by one person Obtain as sistance from others before you try to move it Serious injury can result from at tempting to lift too heavy an object Lifting a very heavy object SPECIFICATIONS MODEL PH350IS HORSE POWER 6 5 RATED SURGE WATTS 3500 7500 VO...

Page 9: ...ntaining protective bar 1 used extension cord wraps 2 used rubber bumper 1 used screw 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 2 used screw 1 4 20 x 3 4 1 used 1 4 20 keps nut with washer 1 used 5 16 18 flange nut 2 used self threaded flange nut 4 used EXTENSION CORD WRAP FORMS AND PROTECTIVE BAR 1 The ends of the extension cord wrap forms are not pre threaded To make assembly easier use a 7 16 socket and ratchet to threa...

Page 10: ...bricate area where handles rotates in brackets with light oil Risk of moving parts Keep fingers away from all moving parts Contact with moving parts can result in serious injury Keep children away from the generator at all times They may not be able to recognize the hazards of this product 1 Raise handle and allow snap buttons to snap into place 8 6 7 ...

Page 11: ...ITCH 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 To avoid back feeding of electricity into utility systems a double throw transfer switch m...

Page 12: ... oil is low before start up the generator will not start until oil is added NOTE The Low Oil Shutdown mechanism is very sensitive You must fill the engine to the full mark on the dipstick to inactivate this safety device BEFORE START UP This generator has been shipped from the factory without oil in the crankcase Operating the unit without oil can damage the engine Always check engine oil level be...

Page 13: ...ains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas 1 Open the fuel shut off valve on engine 2 Move the choke control located on the engine to CHOKE position NOTE No choke is required on warm engines Make sure choke is in the RUN position on warm engine starts 4 Move the ON OFF switch on engine to the ON position 5 Grasp handle on rope starter and pull slowly until resistance is felt Let the rope rewi...

Page 14: ...the warranty on your generator Follow the wattage calculation table in the Wattage Calculation section of this manual Overloading the generator will cause power fluctuations and can damage equipment and appliances Porter Cable Corporation will only be responsible for damage to customer s equipment when the generator is determined to be defective This determination will only be made by an authorize...

Page 15: ... The warranty of the generator does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain the generator as instructed in this manual ENGINE MAINTENANCE Refer to the Engine Operator s manual for service and maintenance of the engine GENERATOR MAINTENANCE Your generator should be kept clean and dry at all times The gen...

Page 16: ...r adding stabilizer to allow it to enter the fuel system 3 Next shut off engine 4 Disconnect the spark plug wire and remove the spark plug 5 Add one teaspoon of oil through the spark plug hole 6 Place rag over spark plug hole and pull the recoil a few times to lubricate the combustion chamber 7 Replace the spark plug but do not connect the spark plug wire NOTE If a fuel stabilizer is not used all ...

Page 17: ... half of the rated generator wattage Example a 5000 rated wattage generator 2500 maximum starting wattage IMPORTANT DETERMINING WATTAGE REQUIREMENTS Before operating this generator list all of the appliances and or tools that are going to operate at the same time Then determine the starting wattage requirements and the running wattage requirements by following example and or refer to household wat...

Page 18: ... a 100 watt light bulb requires only 100 watts to start Most resistive loads will be listed in wattage The wattage ratings shown are averages Wattage requirements may vary with different brands of appliances Application Guide To select the right generator for your needs total the wattage of the items to be run at the same time Run Electric Appliance Wattage Contractor Emergency Relief Recreational...

Page 19: ...STARTING INDUCTIVE LOADS RUN WATTS TIMES X START FACTOR DO NOT CONNECT VOLTAGE SENSITIVE ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT TV SET COMPUTER ETC DIRECTLY TO YOUR GENERATOR IF YOU USE THE GENERATOR TO POWER SENSITIVE EQUIPMENT YOU MUST USE A U L LISTED VOLTAGE SURGE PROTECTOR NOTICE FAILURE TO USE A U L LISTED VOLTAGE SURGE PROTECTOR WILL DAMAGE YOUR EQUIPMENT AND VOID YOUR WARRANTY 3 3 THE IDLE CONTROL MUST BE I...

Page 20: ...s and reset 3 Defective capacitor 3 Have Service Center replace capacitor 4 Faulty power cord 4 Repair or replace cord 7 Spark plug wire loose 7 Attach wire to spark plug No electrical output 1 Overload 1 Reduce load 2 Faulty cords or equipment 2 Check for damaged bare or frayed wires on equipment Replace Repeated circuit breaker tripping 1 Generator overloaded 1 Reduce load 2 Insufficient ventila...

Page 21: ...ressors with 60 and 80 gallon tanks will be inspected at the site of installation Contact the nearest Porter Cable Authorized Warranty Service Center that provides on site service calls for service call arrangements If the purchaser does not receive satisfactory results from the Porter Cable Authorized Warranty Service Center the purchaser should contact Porter Cable THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER M...

Page 22: ...set settings and damage anything connected to the generator Be sure a volt amp surge protector is used when sensitive electronic equipment is used such as televisions computers stereos and etc The damage of such equipment without the use of a protector WILL NOT be covered under warranty Do not adjust or attempt maintenance without consulting engine manual or an authorized engine service center Add...