PowerTec PT3200i, Operating Instructions Manual

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Page 2: ...GENERATOR Contents Symbol Usage 6 General Safety Precautions 6 Generator Controls Features 12 Control Panel 13 Operation 14 Wattage Reference Guide 27 Calculating Your Power Needs 28 Maintenance 20 Wiring Diagram 32 Troubleshooting 26 Notes 38 Warranty 37 ...

Page 3: ...materials instead of disposing of them as waste All tools hoses and packaging should be sorted taken to the local recycling centre and disposed of in an environmentally safe way Scope Of Product This product is suited for home camping and emergency power applications It will operate most powertools appliances and lighting Description Of Symbols The rating plate on your tool may show symbols These ...

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Page 6: ...odourless and col ourless gas Breathing exhaust fumes that contains this poisonous gas can cause un consciousness and may lead to death The engine exhaust from this product con tains chemicals known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm When this tool is running ensure that the area is well ventilated Never run the en gine in an enclosed area Run the engine in an open area or wi...

Page 7: ... Do not operate the generator with known leaks in the fuel system Excessive build up of unburned fuel gases in the exhaust system can create a poten tially explosive condition This build up can occur after repeated failed start attempts valve testing or hot engine shutdown Use only engine manufacturer recom mended fuel and oil Hot Components WARNING Hot exhaust can burn you Engine and exhaust syst...

Page 8: ...lug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug where one blade is wider fully in the outlet reverse the plug If it still to install a polarized outlet Do not change the plug in any way Double insulation elim inates the need for the three wire earthed power cord and earthed power supply sys tem Before servicing equipment powered by the generato...

Page 9: ...switch does not turn it on or off Any gen erator that cannot be controlled with the power switch is dangerous and must be repaired Do not force the generator Use the correct generator for your application The correct generator will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed Generator Use and Care Make sure the power switch is in its OFF position and disconnect the spark plug ...

Page 10: ... piped out of the building using leak free heat resistant piping Pipes and silencer should not use be installed near the same Generator ex haust fumes must be within legal limits and installation must always meet local building codes If the generator is installed outdoors it must be weatherproofed and should be soundproofed It should not be run out doors without protection of the generator and wir...

Page 11: ...erator maintenance Chemicals Avoid contact with hot fuel oil exhaust fumes and hot solid surfaces Avoid body contact with fuels oils and lubricants used in the generator If swal lowed seek medical treatment immedi ately Do not induce vomiting if fuel is swal lowed For skin contact immediately wash with soap and water For eye contact im seek medical attention Noise Prolonged exposure to noise level...

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Page 16: ...usenginedamage 1 Loosenthe screw and removethe engineoil fill drain plug servicepanelto access the oil fill drain plug seeFigure1 1 2 Cleanthe areaaroundthe oil fill drain plug and removeplug SeeFigure2 2 3 Usingthe supplied funnel pour the oil into the engine seeFigure3 3 Funnel 4 Do not overfill if oil levelis too high oil will drain out through the fill plug See correct oil levelin Figure4 4 Le...

Page 17: ...thout adding engine oil will permanently damage internal engine components The engine is equipped with a low oil shutdown switch If the oil level becomes low the engine may shut down and not until the oil is filled to the proper level The owner of the is responsible to ensure the proper oil level is maintained during the operation of the generator Failureto maintain the proper oil level can result...

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Page 20: ...ngine oil or gasoline can be harmful Frequent and prolonged contact with engine oil may cause skin cancer Take protective measures and wear protective clothing and equipment Wash all exposed skin with soap and water Failureto perform periodic maintenance or not following maintenance procedures can cause the to malfunction and could result in death or serious injury NOTICE Periodic maintenance inte...

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Page 22: ...or into groundwater or waterways Always be environmentally responsible Follow the guidelines of the or other governmental agencies for proper disposal of hazardous materials Consult local authorities or reclamation facility AIRFILTER MAINTENANCE Never use gasoline or other flammable solvents to clean the air filter Use only household detergent soap to clean the air filter Cleaning the Air Filter T...

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Page 25: ...run hot STORAGE Never store an with fuel in the tank indoors or in a poorly ventilated area where the fumes can come in contact with an ignition source such as a 1 pilot light of a stove water heater clothes dryer or any other gas appliance or 2 spark from an electric appliance NOTICE Gasoline stored for as little as 60 days can go bad causing gum varnish and corrosive buildup in fuel lines fuel p...

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Page 27: ...725 1400 Radio 200 200 Blender 375 500 Sump Pump 1 2 HP 1050 2150 Well Pump 1 2 HP 1000 2100 Household Water Pump 1200 2700 Central Air Conditioner 10 000 BTU 1500 2200 24 000 BTU 3800 5000 32 000 BTU 5000 6500 Room Air Conditioner 10 000 BTU 1500 2200 Circular Saw 7 1 4 1400 2300 Chainsaw 2HP 1100 2500 Portable Air Compressor 1200 3600 Hand Drill 1 2 600 900 Drill 1 2 600 900 Battery Charger 15 a...

Page 28: ...perate the engine in a closed area or it may cause unconsciousness and death within a short time Operate the engine in a well ventilated area CAUTION The generator has been shipped without engine oil DO NOT start the level Do not tilt the generator when adding engine oil This could result engine DO NOT connect any electric devices before starting the engine Calculating Your Power Needs 1 Firstly l...

Page 29: ...ttery charger leads to the battery terminals securely so that they are not disconnected due do engine vibration or other disturbances 4 Charge the battery by following the instructions in the owner s manual for the battery 5 The DC Circuit Breaker will turn OFF automatically if the current exceeds rated output 6 To restart charging the battery turn the DC protector on by pressing its button to ON ...

Page 30: ...Every 2 years Change if necessary 225cc Every 125hrs 225cc Every 250hrs NOTE If the generator engine works frequently under high temperature or heavy load change the oil every 25 hours If the engine frequently works under dusty or ment every 10 hours If necessary change the While maintaining the generator you should fol low the service interval guide above using the If you have missed the schedule...

Page 31: ...See pg 14 for more information 4 Check sparkplug TORCHA5RTC Clean if necessary or adjust replace gap Gap 0 6 0 7mm 0 024 0 028 See pg 22 for more information 5 See pg 26 Carburettor See pg 22 See pg 24 Maintain service if necessary 1 Check safety device DC protector is ON 2 Turn safety device AC to OFF Stop engine and re start If all recommended possible areas of misadjustment have been checked an...

Page 32: ...p nut 7 469 6950 002V 00 01 Control harness 469 2470 001V 00 00 Inverter 148 2000 001V 00 01 Starting handle 469 3370 001V 00 99 Control panel 469 5596 004V A6 00 Right exterior cover 469 2222 002V 04 00 Right housing assembly 467 4789 001V 00 00 Step bolt 3 469 4259 001V A6 00 Spark plug cover plate 5 17 16 15 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 14 1 12 13 13 ...

Page 33: ... 001V 00 03 Oil filling port rubber sleeve 467 3200 001V 00 02 Fuel filter screen 467 3200 004V 00 01 469 2220 002V 04 00 Fuel tank cap Left housing assembly 469 5596 003V A6 00 Left exterior cover T48 2186 001V 00 00 Handle cover plate 469 6655 002V 00 00 Panel seat 1 3 6 18 8 10 7 PT3200i EXPLODED VIEW ...

Page 34: ...ick Spark Plug 1 164 2300 001V 00 00 Carburetor block 148 3090 001V 00 00 Gasket 164 2260 C01V 00 00 Carburetor Assy 474 4000 0040 00 00 Stepper motor 164 2410 001V 00 00 Intake elbow 164 2000 001V 00 01 Wind deflector 474 2400 001V 00 00 Muffler Assy 164 1522 002V 00 00 lgnition Coil 9 10 1 2 PT3200i ENGINE VIEW ...

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Page 37: ...e considered under warranty Failure caused by incorrect operation of the product lack of proper care and maintenance of the product external damage external circumstances such as tions to the product attempted repair service by a party other than an Approved Service Agent is not covered under warranty Warranty does not cover pre delivery service and adjustment or failure that may occur as a result...

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Page 40: ...s our customer and will strive to provide you with the best service and reliability in the industry This product is backed by our extensive warranty and service network Please contact your local agent or submit a service case online for fast response at www powertec net nz ...