Kodiak SGB4000HX User Manual

GASOLINE POWERED PORTABLE GENERATORS
GENERATRICE PORTATIVE A ESSENCE
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCTIONS D’UTILISATION ET D’ENTRETIEN
KODIAK MODEL (S):
SGA1900HX
SGA2800HX
SGB4000HX (S)
SGB5500HX (S)
SGB7000HX (S)
JOHN BROOKS COMPANY LIMITED
TORONTO - MONTREAL - CALGARY - EDMONTON - VANCOUVER
COMPAGNIE JOHN BROOKS LTEE
TORONTO - MONTREAL - CALGARY - EDMONTON - VANCOUVER
MAN-GENef(12-99)

Kodiak SGB4000HX Specifications

General

Model	SGB4000HX
Type	Portable Generator
Starting Watts	4000
Running Watts	3500
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Starting System	Recoil
Engine Type	4-Stroke OHV
Fuel Tank Capacity	4 gallons
Noise Level	68 dB
AC Output	120V
DC Output	12V
Outlets	12V DC Outlet

Summary

Generator Specifications

Safety Precautions

Safety Symbols Explained

Explains the meaning of warning and caution symbols used in the manual for safe operation.

Engine Preparation

Engine Oil and Fuel Check

Instructions for checking and filling the engine with the correct oil level and fuel.

Generator Operation

Starting and Running the Engine

Detailed steps for starting the generator's engine and achieving normal speed.

Connecting Electrical Loads

How to safely connect electrical appliances to the generator.

Stopping Generator Operation

Maintenance and Storage Procedures

Routine Maintenance Tasks

Information on periodic inspections and adjustments for optimal performance.

Transporting and Long-Term Storage

Procedures for transporting and storing the generator, including steps for long-term storage.

Wattage Information

Engine Troubleshooting

Engine Fails to Start

Troubleshooting steps for when the generator engine does not start.

Generator Troubleshooting

Generator Fails to Generate Power

Steps to resolve issues where the generator is not producing power.

Low Voltage Output

Troubleshooting advice for when the generator's voltage output is too low.