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Generator Components
10i
QUICK START GUIDE
STOP
Check total Start-up watts
amount before plugging in any
Items: 68525 & 68530
A. Fuel Cap
B. Fuel Valve
C. Choke
D. Air Filter
E. Starter Handle
F. Power Switch
G. Low Oil Indicator
H. DC Receptacle
I. DC Circuit Breaker
J. AC Circuit Breakers
K. AC Receptacles
L. Ground Terminal
M. Battery
(not included)
O. Wheel Kit
(sold separately,
Item # 68531)
To prevent serious injury:
READ MANUAL BEFORE USE.
Equipment
Running
Watts
Total Running Watts
(must be less than 7,000)
Largest Additional Start-up Watts
Total Startup Watts needed for all loads
(must be less than 8,750)
Check total Start-up watts amount before plugging in any equip-
To check the wattage
WATTAGE ESTIMATE TABLE
1. Add up the Running Watts for all items you would like to use at any given time.
2. Make sure that this total is under the 7,000 rated wattage of the generator.
3. Find the single highest starting watts for the selected items and add to the total.
4. Make sure that this total is under the 8,750 maximum rated wattage of the generator.
5. Plug in and turn on products from largest wattage to smallest.
PERFECT FOR:
EMERGENCY JOB SITE
RECREATION HOUSEHOLD
LAWN &
GARDEN
HEATING &
COOLING
GARDEN
11j
Typical Product Watts
Check your appliance for actual ratings.
EMERGENCY
DEVICE
RUNNING
WATTS
ADDITIONAL
START-UP
WATTS
Refrigerator / Freezer
Radio
700
100
1500
0
JOB SITE
DEVICE
RUNNING
WATTS
ADDITIONAL
START-UP
WATTS
Air Compressor - 1/2 HP
Table Saw - 10"
Belt Sander - 3"
Hand Drill - 1/2"
Halogen Work Light
Reciprocating Saw
1000
1700
1200
600
1000
900
1000
1300
1200
600
0
900
HOUSEHOLD
DEVICE
RUNNING
WATTS
ADDITIONAL
START-UP
WATTS
Computer w/ Monitor
Electric Clothes Dryer
Electric Range
Electric Water Heater
Light Bulb - 100 Watts
Microwave - 1000 Watts
Sump Pump - 1/2 HP
Television - 27"
Washing Machine
Well Pump - 1/2 HP
800
5500
2100
2000
100
1000
1000
400
1100
1000
0
500
0
0
0
200
1100
0
1100
1000
LAWN & GARDEN
DEVICE
RUNNING
WATTS
ADDITIONAL
START-UP
WATTS
Hedge Trimmer
Pressure Washer
Lawn Mower
Edger
400
1200
1200
1000
400
1200
1200
1000
RECREATION
DEVICE
RUNNING
WATTS
ADDITIONAL
START-UP
WATTS
AM/FM Radio
Electric Grill
Inator Pump
CD/DVD Player
Box Fan - 20"
Coee Maker
100
1700
50
100
200
600
0
0
100
0
200
0
HEATING & COOLING
DEVICE
RUNNING
WATTS
ADDITIONAL
START-UP
WATTS
Central AC - 10,000 BTU
Furnace Fan - 1/2 HP
Space Heater
Window AC - 10,000 BTU
1500
900
1800
1200
3000
1400
0
600
WATTAGE ESTIMATE CHART
Note: Wattage listed are estimates for that type of equipment only. Check nameplate wattages on all loads
before connecting to generator.
Evenly distributed
over outlets:
IF ANY CIRCUIT BREAKERS TRIP:
1. Make sure that ALL circuit breakers are reset
before starting the generator again.
2. Adjust the plugs so the loads are
shared across outlet circuits.
Wheel Kit sold separately
(Item 68531)
Do not print Pink cutting lines
Do not print dotted Pink fold lines
PEAK

Questions and Answers

  • P
    Paul CarterSep 12, 2025
    What causes a Predator Portable Generator engine to backfire?
    • B
      bleonardSep 12, 2025
      If your Predator Portable Generator engine backfires, ensure you are using fresh 87+ octane unleaded gasoline, and that it contains no more than 10% ethanol. If the engine is too cold, consider using cold weather fuel and oil additives to prevent backfiring. If problems persist, check engine timing.
  • K
    Kimberly DouglasSep 14, 2025
    Why does my Predator 68530 Portable Generator engine stop under heavy load?
    • D
      Donald AllenSep 14, 2025
      If your Predator Portable Generator engine stops when under a heavy load, the air filter may be dirty; try cleaning or replacing it. The engine may also be running cold; allow it to warm up before operating equipment.
  • A
    Ann DixonSep 16, 2025
    What to do if Predator 68530 Portable Generator operates abnormally?
    • J
      James CowanSep 16, 2025
      If your Predator Portable Generator begins to operate abnormally, immediately unplug the appliance. The problem may be with the appliance itself, or the rated load capacity may have been exceeded. Lower the number of items plugged into the generator to stay within the rated capacity, or use a more powerful generator.
  • R
    Randall BrownNov 18, 2025
    How to fix a Predator 68530 when the engine will not start?
    • T
      tleeNov 19, 2025
      If your Predator Portable Generator's engine won't start, there could be several fuel-related reasons: * The fuel tank may be empty, or the fuel valve might be closed. In this case, fill the fuel tank and open the fuel valve. * If the engine is cold, the choke may not be in the CHOKE position. Move the choke to the CHOKE position. * The generator may contain gasoline with more than 10% ethanol. Clean out the ethanol-rich gasoline, replace any damaged components, and use fresh 87+ octane unleaded gasoline only. * The gasoline may be old, low quality, or deteriorated. Use fresh 87+ octane unleaded gasoline. * The carburetor may not be primed. Pull on the Starter Handle to prime it. * The fuel passageways may be dirty. Clean them out using a fuel additive. Heavy deposits may requ...

Predator 68530 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPredator
Model68530
CategoryPortable Generator
LanguageEnglish

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