Ford FG4050 User Manual

MODEL#:FG4050(E)
FG4650(E)
Gasoline (Petrol) Generator
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
LICENCED BY: PULSAR PRODUCTS INC
2051 S Lynx Place, Ontario, California, U.S.A 91761

Ford FG4050 Specifications

General

Brand	Ford
Model	FG4050
Category	Portable Generator
Language	English

Summary

Introduction

Product Specifications

Details the generator's engine, output, fuel type, and operational conditions.

Safety Rules

Safety Symbols and Instructions

Explains hazard warning symbols and provides essential safety guidelines for generator use.

Features Overview

Generator Control Panel Features

Identifies and describes control panel elements such as switches, meters, sockets, and protectors.

UK Model Features

UK Model Specific Features

Highlights features specific to UK models, including a voltage selector switch.

External Generator Components

Component Identification

Details external parts like fuel gauge, choke lever, air filter, and oil fill/drain points.

Assembly

Unpacking and Packing List

Instructions for unboxing the generator and verifying all included parts.

Battery Installation and Safety

Steps for attaching the battery cable and critical safety precautions for battery handling.

Wheel, Leg, Oil, and Fuel Assembly

Procedures for attaching wheels, support legs, adding engine oil, and filling the fuel tank.

Electrical Connections and Grounding

Guidance on connecting to an electrical system and ensuring proper generator grounding.

Operation

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step instructions for starting the generator engine, including manual and electric methods.

Stopping the Engine

Procedures for safely shutting down the generator engine after use.

Handle Operation for Mobility

Instructions on how to operate the handle for moving and transporting the generator.

Receptacles, Cords, and Moving

Guidelines for extension cords, voltage selection, and safely moving the generator.

Load Management and Wattage Guide

Advice on avoiding generator overload and a reference for appliance wattages.

Hour Meter, Power, and Cold Weather

Explains the hour meter, power management tips, and cold weather operating precautions.

Maintenance

Pre-Operation Checks and Schedule

Steps for pre-operation checks, post-use procedures, and a routine maintenance schedule.

Oil Change and Recommendations

Detailed procedure for changing engine oil and guidance on selecting the correct oil viscosity.

Air Filter, Spark Plug, and Spark Arrestor

Maintenance procedures for the air filter, spark plug, and spark arrestor.

Fuel Filter and Fuel System

Instructions for replacing the fuel filter and maintaining the fuel system.

Fuel Draining and Long-Term Storage

Procedures for draining fuel and preparing the generator for long-term storage.

Troubleshooting

Common Issues and Solutions

A guide to diagnosing and resolving common generator problems.

Diagrams

Recoil Start Type Wiring Diagram

Electrical schematic for the recoil start generator model.

Electric Start Type Wiring Diagram

Electrical schematic for the electric start generator model.

UK FG4050/FG4650 Wiring Diagram (115V/230V)

Wiring diagram for UK models FG4050/FG4650, supporting dual voltage.

UK FG4050E/FG4650E Wiring Diagram (115V/230V)

Wiring diagram for UK models FG4050E/FG4650E, supporting dual voltage.

UK FG4650 Wiring Diagram (115V/230V)

Wiring diagram for UK model FG4650, supporting dual voltage.

UK FG4650E Wiring Diagram (115V/230V)

Wiring diagram for UK model FG4650E, supporting dual voltage.

Noise Information

Noise Emission Levels

Presents data on sound pressure and sound power levels for the generator models.

Service and Support

Warranty, Declaration, and Contact

Details on warranty, CE declaration, and contact information for service inquiries.