KING CANADA KCG-950G 950W Portable Generator Instruction Manual

KING CANADA KCG-950G 950W Portable Generator

Product Information

• Model: KCG-950G
• Manufacturer: King Canada Tools Inc.
• Peak Wattage (starting): 950W
• Running Wattage: 800W
• AC Output: 120V (6.7A)
• DC Output: 12V (8.3A)
• Motor: 1.5 HP
• No load speed: 3,600 RPM
• Displacement (cc): 63
• Fuel: Gas-oil mixture (50:1)
• Fuel tank capacity: 4.2L
• Running time: 4-5 hours
• Dimensions (LxWxH): 14 x 12 x 14 inches
• Weight: 40 lbs.

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Information and Controls

Control Functions:

1. To turn the generator ON, toggle switch (A) to the ON position.
2. To turn the generator OFF, toggle the switch to the OFF position.

AC Breaker:
The AC breaker turns off automatically when the load exceeds the generator- rated output. Press the AC reset button (B) to reset the breaker. Reduce the load to within the specified generator-rated output if the AC breaker turns off.

Pre-Operation Check

Warning:
The engine muffler will be very hot after use, avoid touching the engine or muffler while they are still hot.

1. Ensure there is sufficient fuel in the tank. Recommended fuel: Oil-Mixed Gasoline.
2. Fuel Tank Capacity: 4.2L
3. Use the fill cap located under the gas cap to measure the gasoline and oil mixture necessary.

Grounding:
Before operating, make sure to ground the generator. Attach a wire to the hex bolt (A) next to the ground symbol and ground it as shown in Fig.3. Consult your local electrical company or a certified electrician for assistance.

Operation & Maintenance

Starting the Engine:

1. Before starting the engine, assemble the top handle to the top of the fuel tank using the supplied screwdriver and 2 pan head screws (between the fuel filter and oil measuring cup).
2. Do not connect any electric apparatus before starting the engine.
3. Turn the fuel cock lever (A) downwards to ON.
4. Pivot the choke lever (B) to the far left position. The choke is not required to start a warm engine.
5. Turn the engine switch (C) to ON.
6. Pull slowly on the recoil starter until it is engaged, then pull it briskly. Take your hand off the recoil starter.

For more detailed information, please refer to the instruction manual.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR THIS 950W PORTABLE GENERATOR

KING CANADA TOOLS
OFFERS A 1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NON-COMMERCIAL USE.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

PROOF OF PURCHASE
Please keep your dated proof of purchase for warranty and servicing purposes.

REPLACEMENT PARTS
Replacement parts for this tool are available at our authorized KING CANADA service centers across Canada. For servicing, contact or return to the retailer where you purchased your product along with your proof of purchase.

LIMITED TOOL WARRANTY
KING CANADA makes every effort to ensure that this product meets high quality and durability standards. KING CANADA warrants to the original retail consumer a 1-year limited warranty as of the date the product was purchased at retail and that each product is free from defects in materials. Warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations and lack of maintenance. KING CANADA shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our products. Shipping and handling charges may apply. If a defect is found, KING CANADA will either repair or replace the product.

STOP!
IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS, DO NOT RETURN TO THE RETAILER, CALL THIS TOLL-FREE NUMBER FOR SERVICE INFORMATION, WE WILL REFER YOU IMMEDIATELY TO THE CLOSEST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER 1-877-636-4214 KING CANADA TOOLS INC. MONTREAL, QUEBEC, CANADA H9P 2Y4.

PORTABLE GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS

SAFETY INFORMATION, CONTROLS AND FUEL

EXHAUST FUMES ARE DANGEROUS

• Never operate the engine in a closed area or it may cause unconsciousness and death within a short time. Operate in a well-ventilated area. FUEL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND POISONOUS
• Always turn off the engine when refueling.
• Never refuel while smoking or in the vicinity of an open flame.
• When operating or transporting this generator, be sure to keep it upright. If it tilts, fuel may leak from the carburetor or fuel tank.

ENGINE AND MUFFLER MAY BE HOT

• Place the generator in an appropriate location, away from children and pedestrians.
• Avoid placing any flammable materials near the exhaust outlet during operation.
• Keep a 2ft. clearance from buildings or other equipment around the compressor to prevent overheating.

ELECTRIC SHOCK PREVENTION

• Never operate in rain or snow.
• Never touch the generator with wet hands or electric shock can occur.
• Be sure to ground (earth) the generator. See Fig.3.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION NOTES

• Avoid connecting the generator to a commercial power outlet.
• Avoid connecting the generator in parallel with any other generator.

CONTROL FUNCTIONS

1. To turn the generator “ON”. Toggle switch (A) Fig.1 to the “ON” position. The engine can now be started.
2. Turning generator “OFF”. Toggle switch to the “OFF” position. The engine will not run.

AC BREAKER
The AC breaker turns off automatically when the load exceeds the generator- rated output. Press the AC reset button (B) Fig.1 to reset the breaker. Caution: Reduce the load to within the specified generator-rated output if the AC breaker turns off.

PRE-OPERATION CHECK

Note:
Pre-operation checks should be done every time you use your generator. WARNING! The engine muffler will be very hot after use, avoid touching the engine or

FUEL

WARNING!

• Fuel is highly flammable. Check safety rules carefully before refueling.

Make sure there is sufficient fuel in the tank.

• Recommended fuel: Oil-Mixed Gasoline
• Fuel Tank Capacity: 4.2L
• Use oil-mixed gasoline, or the engine will overheat. The mix ratio is 50:1.
• Use clean, fresh unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 77 octane.
• Use special-purpose oil for 2-stroke engine.
• Do not fill above the fuel fill or it may overflow, add fuel until it reaches 1 inch away from the top of the fuel filter.
• Secure the gas cap after filling.

Use the fill cap located under the gas cap to measure the gasoline and oil mixture necessary. See Fig.2 for fill measurements.

GROUNDING
Before operating make sure to ground the generator. A hex. bolt (A) Fig.3 next to the ground symbol can be found on the left side of the generator, attach a wire and ground it as shown in Fig.3. Your local electrical company or certified electrician should be able to help you with this information. Note: Your engine is already grounded to the frame with a ground wire.

OPERATION OF VOLTAGE-SENSITIVE APPLIANCES WITHOUT A VOLTAGE SURGE PROTECTOR.

• Any gasoline-operated household generator will incur voltage variations causing damage to voltage-sensitive appliances or could result in fire.
• Always use a U.L./CSA-listed voltage-sensitive surge protector to connect voltage-sensitive appliances (TV, computer, stereo, etc.). Failure to use a U.L./CSA-listed voltage surge protector will void the warranty on your generator.
• Notice: A multiple outlet strip is not a surge protector. Make sure you use a U.L./CSA-listed voltage surge protector.

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE

STARTING THE ENGINE

Note:
Before attempting to start the engine, first, it is recommended to assemble the top handle to the top of the fuel tank using the supplied screwdriver and 2 pan head screws (between the fuel filter and oil measuring cup).

WARNING! Before starting the engine, do not connect the electric apparatus.

1. Turn the fuel cock lever (A) Fig.4 downwards to “ON”.
2. Pivot the choke lever (B) to the far left position. The choke is not required to start a warm engine.
3. Turn the engine switch (C) to “ON”.
4. Pull slowly on the recoil starter until it is engaged, then pull it briskly. Take your hand off the recoil starter immediately after the engine starts.
5. Warm up the engine. Move choke lever (D) toward the operating position a short distance at a time over several seconds in warm weather or minutes in cold weather. Let the engine run smoothly before each change.
6. Turn the choke lever back to the operating position (E).

CONNECTION

Warning!
Potential hazards exist when a portable generator is connected to the main electrical supply coming from the house. It is at that point that the generator could feed back into the utility company’s system causing possible electrocution of workers who are repairing the electrical lines.

AC CURRENT

CAUTION:
Be sure the electric apparatus is turned off before plugging in. Be sure the total load is within the generator-rated output.

1. Start the engine.
2. Plug into AC socket.
3. Turn on the electric apparatus. See Fig. 5. Reduce the load to within the specified generator-rated output if the AC breaker turns off.

STOPPING THE ENGINE
To stop the engine, first turn off all electric appliances. Then turn the engine switch to “OFF” and turn the fuel cock to the “OFF” position.

EXTENSION CORDS
The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power. Use the chart below to determine the minimum wire size (A.W.G-American Wire Gauge) extension cord. Use only extension cords that accept the tool’s plug.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

• LENGTH OF CONDUCTOR
  WIRE SIZES REQUIRED (AMERICAN WIRE GAUGE) 120V LINES

• 0-100 FEET
  NO.12

MAINTENANCE CHART
Regular maintenance is most important for the best performance and safe operation. See the maintenance chart below for the schedule.

Item| Remarks| Pre- Operation check (daily)| Initial 1 month or 20 Hr| Every 3 months or 50 Hr| Every 6 months or 100 Hr| Every 12 months or 300 Hr
---|---|---|---|---|---|---

Spark Plug

| Check condition, adjust gap, and clean.

Replace if necessary.

|  |  | |  |
Air Filter| Clean. Replace if necessary.|  |  |  | |
Fuel Filter| Clean fuel filter.

Replace if necessary.

| |  |  |  |
Fuel Line| Check the fuel hose for cracks or damage. Replace if necessary.| | |  |  |

Exhaust System

| Check for leakage. Retighten or replace the gasket if necessary.|  |  |  | |
Check the muffler screen.| |  |  | |
Carburetor| Check choke operation.|  |  |  |  |
Cooling System| Check fan damage.| |  |  |  |
Starting System| Check recoil starter operation.|  |  |  |  |
Decarbonization| Clean more frequently if necessary.|  |  |  | |
Fittings/Fasteners| Check all fittings and fasteners correct if necessary.|  | |  |  |

MAINTENANCE

AIR FILTER

1. Remove the foam air filter. See Fig.6.
2. Wash in a solvent.
3. Soak in motor oil (SAE#20)
4. Gently squeeze out the motor oil. CAUTION: Do not wring out the element. Never operate without a filter in pace.

SPARK PLUG INSPECTION

1. Remove the spark plug. See Fig.7
2. Remove carbon deposits.
3. Check for discoloration. Standard electrode color: Tan Color
4. Check spark plug gap: 0.7-0.8mm (0.028-0.031”)

FUEL TANK FILTER

1. Stop the engine and turn the fuel cock lever to “OFF”.
2. Clean with solvent. See Fig.8.
3. Wipe off and reposition the fuel filter and fuel cap. Be sure the fuel cap is tightened securely.

TROUBLESHOOTING

ENGINE WON’T START

1. Fuel systems
   No fuel was supplied to the combustion chamber.

   • No fuel in the tank — Supply fuel
   • Clogged fuel line — Clean fuel line.
   • Foreign matter in fuel cock — Clean fuel cock.
   • Clogged carburetor — Clean carburetor.

2. Electrical systems
   Poor spark

   • Spark plug dirty with carbon or wet — Remove carbon or wipe spark plug.

3. Compression insufficient

   • Worn out piston and cylinder — Consult dealer.
   • Loose cylinder head nuts — Tighten nuts properly.

4. Storage

   • Long-term storage of your machine will require some preventive procedures to guard against deterioration.
   • Drain the fuel tank, fuel cock, and carburetor float bowl, or add a fuel stabilizer and run the engine for 5 minutes.

ENGINE

1. Pour in about one tablespoon of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil through the spark plug hole.
2. Use the recoil starter to turn the engine over several times (with the ignition off).
3. Pull the recoil starter until you feel compression.
4. Stop pulling.
5. Clean the exterior of the generator and apply a rust inhibitor.
6. Store the generator in a dry, well-ventilated place, with a cover placed over it.
7. The generator must remain in a horizontal position.

PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LISTS
Refer to the Parts section of the King Canada website for the most updated parts diagram and parts list.

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