Powermate PM1200i User Manual

PM1200i Inverter
Owner’s Manual
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Powermate PM1200i Specifications

General

Brand	Powermate
Model	PM1200i
Category	Inverter
Language	English

Summary

Section 1 Introduction and Safety

Safety Rules

Follow all safety alerts, warnings, and recommended procedures carefully.

Exhaust and Location Hazards

Hazards related to carbon monoxide and proper generator placement.

Electrical Hazards

Risks of electrocution and proper grounding procedures for safe operation.

Fire Hazards

Dangers of fuel, vapors, and hot surfaces causing fire or explosion.

Section 2 General Information and Setup

Add Engine Oil

Step-by-step guide on how to add engine oil to the generator.

Fuel

Requirements and safety precautions for using fuel in the generator.

Section 3 Operation

Before Starting Engine

Grounding the Generator When In Use

Know Generator Limits

Guidance on preventing generator overload and calculating wattage requirements.

Starting Pull Start Engines

Generator Shut Down

Section 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Maintenance Schedule

Inspect Engine Oil Level

Procedure for checking the engine oil level before each use.

Change Engine Oil

Step-by-step guide for draining and replacing engine oil.

Air Filter

Service Spark Plug

Prepare Fuel System/Engine for Storage

Steps to prepare the fuel system and engine for long-term storage.

Troubleshooting

Engine won't start.

Lists potential causes and corrections for the engine failing to start.

Engine starts, then shuts down.

Lists potential causes and corrections for the engine shutting down after starting.

Engine will not start; or starts and runs rough.*

Lists potential causes and corrections for rough engine operation.

No AC output.

Lists potential causes and corrections for the generator not producing AC power.

Fuel leaks from drain hoses.