Porter-Cable BSI550 manual

Part No. D23665-0111-1 Generator Instruction manual T o learn more about Porter -Cable visit our website at: http://www .porter -cable.com The Model and Serial No. plate is located on the frame. Record these numbers in the spaces below and retain for futur e refer ence. Model No. T ype Serial No. ESP AÑOL: PÁGINA 21 FRANÇAIS: P AGE 41 IMPORT ANT[...]

2 — ENG SPECIFICA TION MODEL BSI550 HORSE POWER 10.0 RA TED/SURGE WA TTS 5500/9000 VOL T AGE 120/240 AMPERAGE 45.8/22.9A PHASE SINGLE FREQUENCY 60 Hz ENGINE SPEED 3600 RPM MAX. AMBIENT TEMP . 104° F FUEL CAP ACITY 7 GALLONS RUN TIME @ 50%/100% 13.2/8.1 HRS This product is not equipped with a spark arr esting muffler . If the product will be used[...]

3 — ENG W ARRANTY Porter -Cable Corporation 4825 Highway 45 North P .O. Box 2468 Jackson, TN 38302-2468 1-888-559-8550 PORTER-CABLE CORPORA TION warrants to the original purchaser that each new electric generator and service part is free fr om defects in material and workmanship, and agrees to r epair or replace under this warranty any defective [...]

4 — ENG 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 endan- ger repair persons attempting to r e- store service. Attempting to connect to the incom- ing utility service could result in elec- tr[...]

5 — ENG READ AND UNDERST AND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE A TTEMPTING TO OPERA TE GENERA TOR. Use of worn, damaged, under- sized or ungrounded extension cords. Placing generator on or against highly conductive surface, such as a steel walkway or metal roof. Improper connection of items to generator . Operation of unit when damaged, or with guards or panel[...]

6 — ENG READ AND UNDERST AND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE A TTEMPTING TO OPERA TE GENERA TOR. RISK OF FIRE Inadequate ventilation for generator Use care in filling the tank to avoid spilling fuel. Make sure fuel cap is secured tightly and check engine for fuel leaks before starting engine. Move generator away from r efueling area or any spillage before st[...]

7 — ENG READ AND UNDERST AND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE A TTEMPTING TO OPERA TE GENERA TOR. RISK OF BREA THING - INHALA TION HAZARD Operate generator in clean, dry , well ventilated area. Never operate unit in enclosed areas such as garages, basements, storage, sheds, or in any location occupied by humans or animals. Keep chil- dren, pets and others awa[...]

8 — ENG READ AND UNDERST AND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE A TTEMPTING TO OPERA TE GENERA TOR. • Review and understand all of the operating instructions and warnings in this manual. • Become familiar with the oper- ation and controls of the gen- erator . Know how to shut it off quickly . • Equip area of operation with a fire extinguisher certified to[...]

9 — ENG RISK FROM LIFTING HAZARD HOW TO PREVENT IT WHA T COULD HAPPEN The generator is too heavy to be lifted by one person. Obtain assis- tance from others befor e you try to move it. Serious injury can result fr om attempt- ing to lift too heavy an object. Lifting a very heavy object. READ AND UNDERST AND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE A TTEMPTING TO OPER[...]

10 — ENG Extension Cord Wir e Gauge Chart Amperage *Up to 20 amp draw Up to 30 amp draw Cord Length 0 to 100 ft. 0 to 100 ft. Wire Gauge Size 12 ga. 10 ga. *NOTE: When amperage exceeds 20 amps; a 12 gauge extension cord should not be used for long dis- tances. Extension Cords When using an appliance or tool at a considerable dis- tance from the g[...]

11 — ENG OPERA TION KNOW YOUR GENERA TOR Read this General Manual and Safety Rules before operation of your Generator . Compare the illustration in your parts manual with your generator to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and ad- justments. Save all manuals for future r eferences. GENERA TOR CAP ACITY IMPORT ANT : Exceed[...]

12 — ENG TO ST ART THE ENGINE Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poor ventilated areas, engine exhaust contains car- bon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. 1. Open the fuel shut-off valve. 2. Move the choke control located on the engine to the “Choke” position. NOTE: No choke is requir ed on warm engines. make sure choke is in the ?[...]

13 — ENG MAINTENANCE GENERAL RECOMMENDA TIONS The warranty of the generator does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negli- gence. T o receive full value from the warranty , operator must maintain the generator as instructed in this manu- al. ENGINE MAINTENANCE Refer to the Engine Operator's manual for service and m[...]

14 — ENG Never exceed the rated capacity of your generator . Serious damage to the generator or appliance could result fr om an overload. 1. Starting and running wattage requir ements should always be calculated when matching a generators wattage capacity to the appliance or tool. 2. There ar e two types of electrical appliances that can be power[...]

15 — ENG ST AR TING W A TT AGE REQUIREMENTS 1. Some appliances and tools will list on the motor name plate the starting and running voltage and amperage requir ements. Use the following formula to convert voltage and amperage to wattage: V olts X Amp = W atts 120 volts x 10 amps = 1200 watts 2. T o determine the approximate starting wattage requi[...]

16 — ENG HOUSEHOLD W A TT AGE CALCULA TOR W A TT AGE CALCULA TIONS APPLIANCE OR LOAD DEVICE* REFRIGERA TOR/ FREEZER 800 SMALL REFRIGERA TOR AIR COND.(ROOM) SUMP PUMP 1/2 HP 600 TELEVISION CAUTION !! HOT PLA TE MICROWA VE SP ACE HEA TER 2400 1000 3 2 LIGHTING 60 WA TT BULBS 75 WA TT BULBS 100 WA TT BULBS 300 WA TT BULBS ELECTRIC LOAD GRAND TOT AL [...]

17 — ENG PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Engine will not start No electrical output Repeated circuit breaker tripping Generator overheating 1. Low on fuel or oil. 2. Ignition switch in "Of f" position. 3. Faulty spark plug. 4. Choke in wr ong position. 5. Fuel shut-of f valve in closed position. 6. Unit loaded during star[...]

18 — ENG NOTES[...]

19 — ENG NOTES[...]

Porter -Cable Corporation 4825 Highway 45 North P .O. Box 2468 Jackson, TN 38302-2468 1-888-559-8550 AL WA YS REFER TO THE MANUALS SUPPLIED WITH THIS UNIT Generator Quick Facts CALL 1-888-559-8550 TO FIND A LOCAL AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER NEAR YOU FOR REP AIRS AND SERVICE P ART PURCHASES ENGINE GAS ENGINE OIL WA T T A G E WIRING BA TTERY VOL T REG.[...]