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Model Generator E24SC·E42SC·E62SC åÓ‰Âθ ÉÂ̇ÚÓ SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL WARNING Improper and unsafe use of this generator can result in death or serious bodily injury! This manual contains important information about product safety. Please read and understand this manual before operating the generator. Please keep this manual available for other users and owners before they use the generator.
English CONTENTS English PAGE SPECIFICATIONS ......... 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ..3 TRANSPORTING/STORAGE ......8 MEANINGS OF SIGNAL WORDS ....3 APPLICATIONS ..........8 PREPARATION BEFORE OPERATION ..9 SAFETY ............3 OPERATION ..........10 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING GENERATORS ......3 MAINTENANCE ..........
Hazards that must be avoided to prevent bodily injury or machine damage are identified by WARNINGS on the generator and in this Instruction Manual. NEVER use this generator in a manner that has not been specifically recommended by HITACHI. MEANINGS OF SIGNAL WORDS WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situations which, if ignored, could result in death or serious injury.
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English WARNING: ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARDS The generator produces enough electrical power to cause serious shock or electrocution if misused. Using a generator or an electrical device in wet conditions — near water, on wet grass, in damp areas, in rain or snow — could result in electrocution. Keep the generator dry at all times.
English 8. Do not place inflammables near the generator. Be careful not to place fuel, matches, gunpowder, oily cloths, straw, trash, or any other inflammables near the generator. 9. Do not enclose the generator nor cover it with a box. The generator has a built-in forced air cooling system, and may become overheated if it is enclosed.
Fig. 2 REPLACEMENT PARTS When servicing use only identical replacement parts. Repairs should be conducted only by a HITACHI authorized service center. USE PROPER ELECTRICAL CORD WARNING: Avoid electrical shock hazard. Never use this generator with a damaged or frayed electrical cord or extension cord.
NOTE: The information contained in this Instruction Manual is designed to assist you in the safe operation and maintenance of the generator. Some illustrations in this Instruction Manual may show details or attachments that differ from those on your own generator. COMPONENTS MODEL E24SC MODEL E42SC, E62SC Fig. 4 Fig. 3...
APPLICATIONS Power source of electric appliances and tools. WARNING: HITACHI electronic controlled products should not be used with portable generators. Irregular generator power could cause these products to fail. Regarding other manufacturer's products, please contact the manufacturer to see if it is...
(OIL GAUGE) (OIL GAUGE) Fig. 6 OIL CAPACITY OIL FILLER CAP (OIL GAUGE) HITACHI Model Liters E24SC UPPER LEVEL E42SC, E62SC NOTE: If the oil level is too low, the oil alert system will shutdown the engine and prevent engine from restarting.
English FUEL TANK CAPACITY HITACHI Model Liters E24SC E42SC, E62SC LEVEL (UPPER LIMIT) Check the fuel and refill the tank if the fuel level is low. Refuel (Red line) carefully to avoid spilling fuel. Do not fill above the shoulder of the fuel strainer.
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English E24SC E42SC, E62SC 6. After the engine started, return the choke lever gradually to “OPEN” position. Fig. 17 Fig. 18 7. Warm up the engine without a load for a few minutes. Fig. 19 NOTE: Do not allow the starter handle to snap back. Return it slowly by hand.
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2. Allow the engine about 3 minutes to cool down at no-load before stopping. Fig. 22 3. Set the engine switch to “OFF/ ” position. E24SC E42SC, E62SC Fig. 23 Fig. 24 4. Close (“CLOSE”/ “C”) the fuel cock.
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1. Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. 2. Reconnect the electrical loads. Be sure that the plugs are securely connected to the receptacles. 3. If there is still no power at the receptacles, take the generator to an authorized HITACHI service center.
English MAINTENANCE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE Good maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and trouble-free operation. It will also help reduce air pollution. WARNING: Improper maintenance or failure to correct a problem before operation can cause malfunction, serious injury, or death. Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendation and schedules in this user’s manual.
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Items marked with a required advanced skill and tools, so they should be done by the authorized HITACHI Service Center. ENGINE OIL CHANGE Change engine oil every 50 hours. (for a new engine, change oil after 25 hours.) 1.
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English Wash your hands with soap and water after handling used oil. Please dispose of used motor oil and containers in a manner that will not harm the natural environment. We suggest you take it in a sealed container to your local service station or recycling center for reclamation. Do not throw it in the trash, pour it on the ground or down the drain.
All quality generators will eventually require servicing or replacement of parts because of wear from normal use. To assure that only authorized replacement parts will be used, all service and repairs must be performed by a HITACHI AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER, ONLY.
English WIRING DIAGRAM E24SC, E42SC C-BOX BLACK YELLOW BLUE BLACK GREEN BLUE BLACK YELLOW/ BLACK GREEN Fig. 35 E62SC C-BOX BLACK YELLOW BLUE BLACK GREEN BLUE BLACK YELLOW/ BLACK GREEN Fig. 36 Symbol Parts Name Symbol Parts Name Symbol Parts Name...