Chicago Electric 90236, Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ... site at http www harborfreight com Copyright 2003 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Generators Generators ...

Page 2: ... with this manual Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference UNPACKING When unpacking check to make sure all the parts shown on the Parts List on page 17 are included If any parts are missing or broken please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible THIS GEN...

Page 3: ...h all codes and ordinances Never remove the grounding prong or modify the plug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded If the tools should electrically malfunction or break down grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user 5 Double insulated tools are equipped wi...

Page 4: ...ot wear loose clothing or jewelry Contain long hair Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts 12 Avoid accidental starting Make sure the Power Switch is in its OFF position and disconnect the Spark Plug Wire when not in use 13 Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the generator on A wrench or a key that is ...

Page 5: ... until repaired 22 Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the generator s operation If damaged have the generator serviced before using Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained generators 23 Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model Accessories that may be suitable for one generator may be...

Page 6: ...ion of this product Replace or repair damaged or worn parts immediately 8 Replacement parts and accessories When servicing use only identical re placement parts Only use accessories intended for use with this product Ap proved accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools 9 Maintain this product with care Keep this product clean and dry for better and safer performance For your safety servic...

Page 7: ...ompliance with all relevant local state and federal regulations 5 If the generator is installed indoors exhaust fumes must be piped out of the building using leak free heat resistant piping Pipes and silencer should not use any flammable materials nor should they be installed near the same Generator exhaust fumes must be within legal limits including all local codes and ordinances 6 If the generat...

Page 8: ...enerator 5 Do not smoke or allow sparks flames or other sources of ignition around the Engine and Fuel Tank Fuel vapors are explosive 6 Keep grounded conductive objects such as tools away from exposed live electrical parts and connections to avoid sparking or arcing These events could ignite fumes or vapors 7 Do not refill the Fuel Tank while the Engine is running or while the Engine is still hot ...

Page 9: ... hair loose clothing and jewelry away from moving parts Be aware that when engine parts are moving fast they cannot be seen clearly 6 Keep access doors on enclosures closed and locked when access is not re quired 7 When working on or around the Generator always wear protective clothing in cluding ANSI approved safety gloves safety eye goggles and safety hat 8 Do not alter or adjust any part of the...

Page 10: ...All connections and conduits from the Generator to the load must only be installed by trained and licensed electricians and in compliance with all relevant local state and federal electrical codes and standards and other regulations where applicable 2 The Generator must be properly earth grounded by a licensed electrician in accordance with all relevant electrical codes and standards before operat...

Page 11: ...ces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerator enclosures 11 Use only Class BC or Class ABC fire extinguishers on electrical fires 12 WARNING People with pacemakers should consult their physician s before using this product Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker INSTALLATION 1 NOTE Prior to powering tools ...

Page 12: ...ouse the Engine exhaust must be ventilated to the outdoors using professionally installed leakproof heat resistant flexible metal tubing GENERATOR SUPPORT AND MOUNTING 1 Mount the Generator on a concrete slab capable of supporting the weight of the Generator The slab must extend on all sides beyond the Frame 21 by at least one foot Contact a cement contractor for slab specifications if necessary A...

Page 13: ...2 Check to make sure the Engine s ON OFF Switch is in its OFF position 3 Unscrew and remove the Engine s Oil Fill Cap located at the bottom of the En gine Crankcase Check to make sure the oil level is even with the top of the Oil Fill Hole If necessary add oil until its level is even with the Oil Fill Hole Then screw the Oil Fill Cap back into the Oil Fill Hole NOTE Check with the Engine manufactu...

Page 14: ...gine NOTE It may take more than one pull on the Starter Pulley to start the En gine 5 Allow the Engine to run for several seconds then move the Engine s Fuel Choke all the way to the left to its RUN position See Figure E NOTE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ADJUST THE ENGINE S THROTTLE This engine uses a governor device to automatically control the engine s speed If the throttle is adjusted it may result in dec...

Page 15: ...tlet 42 See Figure H 3 NOTE The Generator features two AC Non Fuse Overload Breakers 40 to protect the AC circuit in case of an overload Should an overload occur one or both of the Breakers will trip interrupting the circuit disconnecting power to the connected tools and or equipment In this case refer to Step 1 in this section Then reset the circuitry system by depressing the Breaker s Restart th...

Page 16: ...e damaged equipment 4 BEFORE EACH USE check to make sure the Engine s oil level is adequate Refer to the Engine manufacturer s Operation Maintenance and Parts Manual included for specific information 5 DAILY With a soft brush cloth or vacuum remove all debris from the Generator Then use a premium quality lightweight machine oil to lubricate all moving parts PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE ...

Page 17: ...chnical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 17 PARTS LIST NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts REV 06 04 01 05 Wiring Diagram ...

Page 18: ...EMBLY DIAGRAM NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts 36 38 37 35 34 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 7 6 8 5 4 3 2 1 41 42 40 39 45 44 43 REV 06 04 ...