Craftsman 580.329120 User Manual

Owner's Manual
CRAFTSMAN+
3000 Watt
AC Generator
Model No.
580.329120
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HOURS: Mon.- Fri. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (CT)
CAUTION:
Before using this product, read this
manual and follow all its Safety Rules
and Operating Instructions.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman
Part No. 186956 Draft 1 (07/11/2001)
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts
• Espafiol

Craftsman 580.329120 Specifications

General

Generator Type	Portable
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Engine Type	4-Stroke OHV
Starting System	Recoil
Tank Capacity	4 Gallons
AC Output	120V
DC Output	12V
Noise Level	68 dBA

Summary

Warranty

Limited Warranty for Craftsman Generators

Details warranty coverage for engine and alternator for consumer and commercial use.

Safety Rules

General Safety Precautions

Lists critical warnings and cautions for safe operation, including carbon monoxide and electrical hazards.

Assembly

Operation

Connector Plugs and Cord Sets

How to Use Your Generator

Grounding the Generator

Explains the importance and method of properly grounding the generator for electrical safety.

Adding Engine Oil and Gasoline

Instructions for checking oil level, adding oil, and refueling the generator safely.

Starting and Stopping the Engine

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step guide to start the generator engine, including primer use.

Connecting Electrical Loads

Procedures and warnings for connecting electrical devices to the generator.

Stopping the Engine

Steps to safely shut down the generator.

Charging a Battery

Recharging 12 Volt Batteries

Don't Overload the Generator

Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

Hourly and seasonal maintenance tasks required for the generator.

Generator Maintenance

General advice on keeping the generator clean and dry for proper operation and longevity.

Engine Maintenance

Checking Oil Level

Changing Engine Oil

Clean/Replace Spark Plug

Service Air Cleaner

Clean Spark Arrester Screen

Storage

Long Term Storage Instructions

Troubleshooting

Common Problems and Solutions

A table listing common issues, their causes, and recommended corrections.

Parts - Main Unit

Main Unit - Exploded View

Parts List - Main Unit

Component Breakdown

Engine Diagrams

Engine Parts List

Emission Control System Warranty

California & US EPA Warranty Statement