Porter-Cable T550 User Manual

GeneratorInstructionmanualTo learn more about Porter-Cablevisit our website at:http://www.porter-cable.comThe Model and Serial No. plate is located on

10 — ENG1. Use of extension cords directly from the generatorto the appliance, lights, tools, etc.2. Use of a double-throw transfer switch installeddi

11 — ENGOPERATIONKNOW YOUR GENERATORRead this General Manual and Safety Rules beforeoperation of your Generator. Compare the illustrationin your parts

12 — ENGTO START THE ENGINE(Recoil start/Pull start)Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorventilated areas, engine exhaust containscarbon monox

13 — ENGMAINTENANCEGENERAL RECOMMENDATIONSThe warranty of the generator does not cover items thathave been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.T

14 — ENGSTORAGEIf you are going to store your generator for more than 30days, use the following information as a guide toprepare the generator for sto

15 — ENGNever exceed the rated capacity of your generator. Serious damage to the generator or appliance could result froman overload.1. Starting and r

16 — ENGSTARTING WATTAGE REQUIREMENTS1. Some appliances and tools will list on the motor nameplate the starting and running voltage and amperagerequir

17 — ENGHOUSEHOLD WATTAGE CALCULATORWATTAGE CALCULATIONSAPPLIANCE OR LOAD DEVICE* REFRIGERATOR/ FREEZER 800 SMALL REFRIGERATOR AIR COND.(ROOM) SUMP PU

18 — ENGPROBLEMCAUSE CORRECTIONEngine will not startNo electrical outputRepeated circuit breaker trippingGenerator overheating1. Low on fuel or oil.2

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2 — ENGThis product is not equipped with a spark arresting muffler. If the product will be used aroundflammable materials, or on land covered with ma

20 — ENGENGINE GASWATTAGEWIRINGENGINEAllow the generator to run 5 minutes at no load for the engine and the genhead to stabilize.OPERATIONMake sure t

3 — ENGWARRANTYPORTER-CABLE CORPORATION warrants to the original purchaser that each new electric generator and service part isfree from defects in ma

4 — ENGAttempting to connect generatordirectly to the electrical system ofany building structure.Back feeding electricity through abuilding’s electric

5 — ENGREAD AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFOREATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR.Use of worn, damaged, undersizedor ungrounded extension cords.Placing ge

6 — ENGREAD AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFOREATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR.RISK OF FIRETurn engine off and allow it to coolbefore adding fuel to th

7 — ENGREAD AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFOREATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR.RISK OF BREATHING - INHALATION HAZARDOperate generator in clean, dry, we

8 — ENGREAD AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFOREATTEMPTING TO OPERATE GENERATOR.• Review and understand all ofthe operating instructions andwarnings in

9 — ENGRISK FROM LIFTINGHAZARDHOW TO PREVENT ITWHAT COULD HAPPENThe generator is too heavy to be liftedby one person. Obtain assistancefrom others bef