P06702 Recoil Start Gasoline Portable Generator
User Manual
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Cause | Correction |
| The engine is running, but no AC output is available. | 1. Circuit breaker is open. 2. Fault in the generator. 3. Poor connection or defective cord set 4. Connected device is bad. | 1. Reset the circuit breaker. 2. Contact the authorized service facility. 3. Check and repair. 4. Connect another device that is in good condition. |
| Engine runs good at no-load but ‘bogs down” when loads are connected. | 1. Short circuit in a connected load. 2. Engine speed is too slow. 3. Shorted generator circuit. 4. Clogged or dirty fuel filter. | 1. Disconnect shorted electrical load. 2. Contact the authorized service facility. 3. Contact the authorized service facility. 4. Clean or replace the fuel filter. |
| The engine will not start; starts and runs rough or shuts down when running. | 1. Fuel valve set to OFF (0) position. 2. Low oil level. 3. Dirty air cleaner. 4. Out of gasoline. S. Stale gasoline. 6. Spark plug wire not connected to spark plug. 7. Bad spark plug. 8. Water in gasoline. 9. Flooded. 10. Excessively rich fuel mixture. 11. Clogged or dirty fuel filter. | 1. Turn the fuel valve to the “ON’ (I) position. 2. Fill the crankcase to the proper level or place the generator on a level surface. 3. Clean or replace the air cleaner. 4. Fill the fuel tank with gasoline. 5. Drain the fuel tank and carburetor; fill with fresh gasoline. 6. Connect a wire to the spark plug. 7. Replace the spark plug. 8. Drain the gas tank and carburetor, and fill them with fresh gasoline. 9. Wait 5 minutes and re-crank the engine. 10. Contact the authorized service facility. 11. Clean or replace the fuel filter. |
| The engine lacks power. | 1. Load is too high. 2. Dirty air filter. 3. Clogged or dirty fuel filter. 4. Clogged spark arrester. | 1. Don’t Overload Generator 2. Replace the air filter. 3. Clean or replace the fuel filter. 4. Clean or replace the spark arrester. |
| Engine “hunts” or falters. | 1. Carburetor is running too rich or too lean. 2. Clogged or dirty fuel filter. | 1. Contact the authorized service facility. 2. Clean or replace the fuel filter. |
| The engine shuts down when running. | 1. Out of gasoline. 2. Dirty air cleaner. 3. Low oil level. | 1. Fill the fuel tank with gasoline. 2. Clean or replace the air cleaner. 3. Fill the crankcase to the proper level or place. generator on a level surface. |
| The engine shuts down and the yellow CO fault light blinks. | 1. CO system fault | 1. Contact the authorized FIRMAN service facility. |
SPECIFICATIONS
| Model | P06702 |
| Starting Watts | 8375 |
| Running Watts* | 6700 |
| Rated AC Voltage | 120/240V |
| Rated Frequency | 60Hz |
| Phase | Single |
| Voltage Regulator | AVR |
| Power Factor | 1 |
| Alternator Type | Brushed |
| Engine | FIRMAN |
| Engine Type | Single Cylinder. 4-Stroke OHV Air Cooled |
| Displacement | 389cc |
| Low Oil Shutdown | Yes |
| Ignition System | Breakless Ignition Type. Flywheel Magneto |
| Starting System | Recoil |
| Fuel | Unleaded Automotive Gasoline |
| Capacity Fuel Tank | 8 U.S. Gallons (30L) |
| Lubricating Oil Capacity | 37.2 oz (1.1 L) |
| Carburetor Type | Float |
| Air Cleaner | Polyurethane Type |
| P.T.O. Shaft Rotation | Counter Clockwise (Facing P.T.O.) |
| Oil Type | See “Add Engine Oil” Section |
| AC Grounding System | Neutral Bonded To Frame |
*Generator certified in accordance with CSA (Canadian Standards Association) standard C22.2 No. 100-14, Motors and Generators.
Customer Service: 1-844-FIRMAN1
