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If you have questions or comments, contact us. 1-888-431-6871 • dewalt.com INSTRUCTION MANUAL Generator DXGNR 5700 DXGNR 7000 WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, read and follow these instructions before operating product.
If you have questions or comments, contact us. 1-888-431-6871 • dewalt.com INSTRUCTION MANUAL Generator DXGNR 5700 DXGNR 7000 WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, read and follow these instructions before operating product.
Instruction Manual
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... ...1 Accessories ...3 Service Information ...4 Repairs ...4 Free Warning Label Replacement ...4 Assembly ...5 Unpacking ...5 Install Accessory Kits ...5 Battery Replacement/Connection ...6 Emissions Information ...6 Operation ...7 Know the Generator ...7 Connection Plugs ...8 How to Use the Generator ...9 Know Generator Limits ...10 Wattage Reference Guide ...10 Before Starting Generator ...10 Starting Pull Start Engines ...11 Starting Electric Start Engines ...12 Manual Start ...13 Generator Shut Down ...13 Low Oil Level Shutdown System ...13 Charging the Battery (electric start units only...
... ...1 Accessories ...3 Service Information ...4 Repairs ...4 Free Warning Label Replacement ...4 Assembly ...5 Unpacking ...5 Install Accessory Kits ...5 Battery Replacement/Connection ...6 Emissions Information ...6 Operation ...7 Know the Generator ...7 Connection Plugs ...8 How to Use the Generator ...9 Know Generator Limits ...10 Wattage Reference Guide ...10 Before Starting Generator ...10 Starting Pull Start Engines ...11 Starting Electric Start Engines ...12 Manual Start ...13 Generator Shut Down ...13 Low Oil Level Shutdown System ...13 Charging the Battery (electric start units only...
Instruction Manual
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... standards set forth by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Depending on some U.S. DO NOT OPERATE, SERVICE OR REPAIR THIS GEN- NEVER OPERATE THIS GENERATOR INDOORS. NEVER OPERATE THIS GENERATOR IN RAIN, SNOW, SLEET OR GENERALLY WET CONDI- Owner's Manual for warranty information. This is also available from this generator must read and understand all instructions before operating the generator. This instruction manual...
... standards set forth by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Depending on some U.S. DO NOT OPERATE, SERVICE OR REPAIR THIS GEN- NEVER OPERATE THIS GENERATOR INDOORS. NEVER OPERATE THIS GENERATOR IN RAIN, SNOW, SLEET OR GENERALLY WET CONDI- Owner's Manual for warranty information. This is also available from this generator must read and understand all instructions before operating the generator. This instruction manual...
Instruction Manual
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... THE USE OF A PROPERLY INSTALLED TRANSFER SWITCH. NEVER TOUCH A RECEPTACLE OR BARE WIRE. WARNING INSPECT THE SPARK ARRESTOR PERIODICALLY. All local and national codes supersede rules or information provided in this manual. WARNING NEVER REFILL A HOT GENERATOR WITH FUEL. WARNING DO NOT EXCEED THE RATED CAPACITY OF THE GENERATOR. ATOR TO RESIDENCE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. NECTING A GENERATOR TO RESIDENCE ELECTRI- TO AVOID BACKFEEDING INTO UTILITY SYSTEMS, ISOLATION...
... THE USE OF A PROPERLY INSTALLED TRANSFER SWITCH. NEVER TOUCH A RECEPTACLE OR BARE WIRE. WARNING INSPECT THE SPARK ARRESTOR PERIODICALLY. All local and national codes supersede rules or information provided in this manual. WARNING NEVER REFILL A HOT GENERATOR WITH FUEL. WARNING DO NOT EXCEED THE RATED CAPACITY OF THE GENERATOR. ATOR TO RESIDENCE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. NECTING A GENERATOR TO RESIDENCE ELECTRI- TO AVOID BACKFEEDING INTO UTILITY SYSTEMS, ISOLATION...
Instruction Manual
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... A BATTERY OR PERFORMING BATTERY SERVICE. If you need assistance in locating any accessory for your tool are available for Portable Generator 3 Further, always use cables, chains or straps rated at 2000 lbs. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION CAUTION INSPECT THE EXHAUST SYSTEM REGULARLY TO ENSURE IT IS FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. An adequate number of people and proper lifting methods must be required to have GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit...
... A BATTERY OR PERFORMING BATTERY SERVICE. If you need assistance in locating any accessory for your tool are available for Portable Generator 3 Further, always use cables, chains or straps rated at 2000 lbs. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION CAUTION INSPECT THE EXHAUST SYSTEM REGULARLY TO ENSURE IT IS FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. An adequate number of people and proper lifting methods must be required to have GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit...
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... following information as shown listed on the data label available for Portable Generator Always use identical replacement parts. Date of Purchase Place of Purchase Repairs To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment should be performed by a DEWALT factory service center, a DEWALT authorized service center or an Independent Authorized Service Dealer (IASD). Serial No. Data Label 000756 Free Warning Label Replacement If your warning...
... following information as shown listed on the data label available for Portable Generator Always use identical replacement parts. Date of Purchase Place of Purchase Repairs To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment should be performed by a DEWALT factory service center, a DEWALT authorized service center or an Independent Authorized Service Dealer (IASD). Serial No. Data Label 000756 Free Warning Label Replacement If your warning...
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... Hex Flange Nut (P) 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 4 4 6 6 - 2 - 4 2 - 2 2 Install Accessory Kits The generator requires some minor assembly before use . M H J B K C F G E D L 003605 A Owner's Manual for overthe-road use . Insert hair pin (F) through wheel, 1/2" flat washer (G), and wheel bracket on frame. 2. Install into ½" flat washer (G). Generator 1 Owner's Manual 1 Product Registration Card (English, Spanish, and French) 3 Service and Emissions Warranty 1 Liter SAE 30 Oil 1 Battery Charger (electric start - Assembly Unpacking • Remove all...
... Hex Flange Nut (P) 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 4 4 6 6 - 2 - 4 2 - 2 2 Install Accessory Kits The generator requires some minor assembly before use . M H J B K C F G E D L 003605 A Owner's Manual for overthe-road use . Insert hair pin (F) through wheel, 1/2" flat washer (G), and wheel bracket on frame. 2. Install into ½" flat washer (G). Generator 1 Owner's Manual 1 Product Registration Card (English, Spanish, and French) 3 Service and Emissions Warranty 1 Liter SAE 30 Oil 1 Battery Charger (electric start - Assembly Unpacking • Remove all...
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... Pipe / Manifold - Air Cleaner • Fuel System - Spark Plug - Pulsed Air Valve - Slide M8 carriage bolt (H) through handle bracket and handle assembly (C) by first inserting the bolt through the square hole in use for Portable Generator Muffler - Install locking flange nuts (K). Failure to operate on gasoline. Fuel Tank / Cap - Evaporative Vent Lines - Install new battery. Connect positive (+) battery terminal (B) FIRST (B). Disconnect negative (-) battery terminal FIRST (A). 2. Ignition Module • Exhaust System - Connect negative (-) battery terminal...
... Pipe / Manifold - Air Cleaner • Fuel System - Spark Plug - Pulsed Air Valve - Slide M8 carriage bolt (H) through handle bracket and handle assembly (C) by first inserting the bolt through the square hole in use for Portable Generator Muffler - Install locking flange nuts (K). Failure to operate on gasoline. Fuel Tank / Cap - Evaporative Vent Lines - Install new battery. Connect positive (+) battery terminal (B) FIRST (B). Disconnect negative (-) battery terminal FIRST (A). 2. Ignition Module • Exhaust System - Connect negative (-) battery terminal...
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... Plug Charger which is included in -line fuse which is inside the control panel to start engine manually. 15. NOTICE: Operate unit on level ground for Portable Generator 7 Idle Control Switch - Supplies electrical power for operation of 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, single-phase, 60 Hz, electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads. Choke Lever - Handle - Gas Cap - Fuel fill location. 13. Add and check oil here. 14. Use to the engine airbox. 17. Passes fuel...
... Plug Charger which is included in -line fuse which is inside the control panel to start engine manually. 15. NOTICE: Operate unit on level ground for Portable Generator 7 Idle Control Switch - Supplies electrical power for operation of 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, single-phase, 60 Hz, electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads. Choke Lever - Handle - Gas Cap - Fuel fill location. 13. Add and check oil here. 14. Use to the engine airbox. 17. Passes fuel...
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... four times until the meter automatically resets. • 100 hours - Use only high quality, well-insulated, 3wire grounded cord sets rated for scheduled maintenance. • The CHG OIL display will flash one hour before and one hour after each socket to power 120 Volt AC, single phase, 60 Hz electrical loads requiring up to perform service. 8 000203 Owner's Manual for Portable Generator The message will illuminate...
... four times until the meter automatically resets. • 100 hours - Use only high quality, well-insulated, 3wire grounded cord sets rated for scheduled maintenance. • The CHG OIL display will flash one hour before and one hour after each socket to power 120 Volt AC, single phase, 60 Hz electrical loads requiring up to perform service. 8 000203 Owner's Manual for Portable Generator The message will illuminate...
Instruction Manual
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... the generator. Connecting to Building Electrical System Use a manual transfer switch when connecting directly to gen- For DW7000, use of cooling and ventilating air is used as a portable without grounding the frame as specified in NEC 250.34. NEVER use inside a home or garage, EVEN IF doors and windows are any local codes and/or standards. Do nothing that will not accumulate deadly exhaust. Installation and connections must...
... the generator. Connecting to Building Electrical System Use a manual transfer switch when connecting directly to gen- For DW7000, use of cooling and ventilating air is used as a portable without grounding the frame as specified in NEC 250.34. NEVER use inside a home or garage, EVEN IF doors and windows are any local codes and/or standards. Do nothing that will not accumulate deadly exhaust. Installation and connections must...
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... taken from light bulbs. Figure the watts needed to the generator, proceed as follows: 1. Proceed as induction types, require about three times more watts of power for starting than the wattage capacity of the generator. • The rated wattage of lights can usually be con- Select the oil's viscosity grade according to the expected operating temperature (also see chart). • Above 40° F, use SAE 30...
... taken from light bulbs. Figure the watts needed to the generator, proceed as follows: 1. Proceed as induction types, require about three times more watts of power for starting than the wattage capacity of the generator. • The rated wattage of lights can usually be con- Select the oil's viscosity grade according to the expected operating temperature (also see chart). • Above 40° F, use SAE 30...
Instruction Manual
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...; Minimum rating of engine oil can overflow onto a hot engine causing FIRE or EXPLOSION. Install fuel cap. B 000116 5. IMPORTANT: It is only necessary to use a gas oil mix. • DO NOT modify engine to run on alternate fuels. mended type and quantity of 87 octane/87 AKI (91 RON). • Up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) is within safe operating range as the carburetor, fuel hose...
...; Minimum rating of engine oil can overflow onto a hot engine causing FIRE or EXPLOSION. Install fuel cap. B 000116 5. IMPORTANT: It is only necessary to use a gas oil mix. • DO NOT modify engine to run on alternate fuels. mended type and quantity of 87 octane/87 AKI (91 RON). • Up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) is within safe operating range as the carburetor, fuel hose...
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... -reset type circuit breakers. Read "Don't Overload the Generator" carefully. Unplug all electrical loads from the unit's receptacles before starting instructions. Move engine choke knob outward to the Run position. 6. Press and hold Start/Run/Stop switch in equipment and property damage. 1. Disconnect electrical loads prior to that breaker opens and electrical output to start only). When engine starts, move choke lever to Run (manual start - Owner's Manual for Portable Generator When engine starts...
... -reset type circuit breakers. Read "Don't Overload the Generator" carefully. Unplug all electrical loads from the unit's receptacles before starting instructions. Move engine choke knob outward to the Run position. 6. Press and hold Start/Run/Stop switch in equipment and property damage. 1. Disconnect electrical loads prior to that breaker opens and electrical output to start only). When engine starts, move choke lever to Run (manual start - Owner's Manual for Portable Generator When engine starts...
Instruction Manual
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... fuel valve and allow generator to run , move choke lever to charge the battery while the generator is running. For emergencies, switch to start engine. 3. Low Oil Level Shutdown System The engine is equipped with batteries. Charging the Battery (electric start manually: 1. teries. Wear protective gear when working with the included battery charger to Full Choke and repeat starting instructions. Battery charging should be in the accessory box. Plug charger into 120 Volt AC wall outlet. 2. NOTICE: Do not use . If amperage rating...
... fuel valve and allow generator to run , move choke lever to charge the battery while the generator is running. For emergencies, switch to start engine. 3. Low Oil Level Shutdown System The engine is equipped with batteries. Charging the Battery (electric start manually: 1. teries. Wear protective gear when working with the included battery charger to Full Choke and repeat starting instructions. Battery charging should be in the accessory box. Plug charger into 120 Volt AC wall outlet. 2. NOTICE: Do not use . If amperage rating...
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... or debris can start at any object through the air cooling slots. NOTICE: All required service and adjustments should be each use . C (0 deg. Engine Specifications Displacement (5.7 / 7.0) Spark Plug Part Number Spark Plug Type Spark Plug Gap Gasoline Capacity Oil Type Oil Capacity Run Time (50% Load) Battery (if equipped) 389cc / 420cc 0J00620106 NHSP LDF7TC 0.028-0.031 inch or (0.70-0.80 mm) 28.4 L (7.5 U.S. Inspect all cooling air openings on dirt, oil, etc. Owner's Manual for service. NOTICE: Call...
... or debris can start at any object through the air cooling slots. NOTICE: All required service and adjustments should be each use . C (0 deg. Engine Specifications Displacement (5.7 / 7.0) Spark Plug Part Number Spark Plug Type Spark Plug Gap Gasoline Capacity Oil Type Oil Capacity Run Time (50% Load) Battery (if equipped) 389cc / 420cc 0J00620106 NHSP LDF7TC 0.028-0.031 inch or (0.70-0.80 mm) 28.4 L (7.5 U.S. Inspect all cooling air openings on dirt, oil, etc. Owner's Manual for service. NOTICE: Call...
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... start-up . Clean area around oil fill, and oil drain plug. 4. Screw dipstick into a suit- Add recommended engine oil as follows: 1. ure to clean generator. Disconnect the spark plug wire from running, as necessary. 6. able container. 6. Water and dirt buildup on unit. Engine Oil Recommendations All oil should meet minimum American Petroleum Institute (API) Service Class SJ, SL or better. mended type and quantity of engine oil can enter engine fuel system...
... start-up . Clean area around oil fill, and oil drain plug. 4. Screw dipstick into a suit- Add recommended engine oil as follows: 1. ure to clean generator. Disconnect the spark plug wire from running, as necessary. 6. able container. 6. Water and dirt buildup on unit. Engine Oil Recommendations All oil should meet minimum American Petroleum Institute (API) Service Class SJ, SL or better. mended type and quantity of engine oil can enter engine fuel system...
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...not available, take generator to the nearest service center to 1/2 turn using spark plug wrench. 000224 A 3. Disconnect positive (+) battery terminal SECOND (B). B 000809 A Service Spark Plug To service spark plug: 1. Clean area around spark plug. 2. Inspect electrode gap with wire feeler gauge and reset spark plug gap to crank engine, plug in the 12V charger included in use for Portable Generator 17 Connect negative (-) battery terminal (A) SECOND. 6. NOTICE: 431-6871. Connect positive (+) battery terminal (B) FIRST (B). To order a new air filter, contact the nearest...
...not available, take generator to the nearest service center to 1/2 turn using spark plug wrench. 000224 A 3. Disconnect positive (+) battery terminal SECOND (B). B 000809 A Service Spark Plug To service spark plug: 1. Clean area around spark plug. 2. Inspect electrode gap with wire feeler gauge and reset spark plug gap to crank engine, plug in the 12V charger included in use for Portable Generator 17 Connect negative (-) battery terminal (A) SECOND. 6. NOTICE: 431-6871. Connect positive (+) battery terminal (B) FIRST (B). To order a new air filter, contact the nearest...
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... spark plug hole when cranking engine. ommended to do not touch hot surfaces. See, subsection Change Engine Oil . 18 Owner's Manual for Storage Fuel stored over 30 days can be drained into cylinder. Prepare Fuel System/Engine for Portable Generator Pour tablespoon (5-10cc) of fuel stabilizer in cylinder. 5. Eye protection is not possible, refer to the following list to avoid spray from combustibles during use fuel stabilizer. This will cause fuel system problems...
... spark plug hole when cranking engine. ommended to do not touch hot surfaces. See, subsection Change Engine Oil . 18 Owner's Manual for Storage Fuel stored over 30 days can be drained into cylinder. Prepare Fuel System/Engine for Portable Generator Pour tablespoon (5-10cc) of fuel stabilizer in cylinder. 5. Eye protection is not possible, refer to the following list to avoid spray from combustibles during use fuel stabilizer. This will cause fuel system problems...
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...ground fault and press reset but AC output is not available. 1. Dirty fuel filter. 1. Fuel shut-off ON. 2. Water in generator. 5. Dirty fuel filter. 1. Connect wire to no choke position. 9. Fill crankcase to be serviced. 4. Fill fuel tank. 2. Contact IASD. Engine needs to correct level. 10. Replace fuel filter. Replace fuel filter. Engine will not start; Stale fuel. 5. Bad spark plug. 7. Turn fuel shut-off is opened too soon. 2. Fill fuel tank. 4. Engine shuts down during operation. 1. Low oil level. 3. Engine lacks power. 1. Dirty fuel filter...
...ground fault and press reset but AC output is not available. 1. Dirty fuel filter. 1. Fuel shut-off ON. 2. Water in generator. 5. Dirty fuel filter. 1. Connect wire to no choke position. 9. Fill crankcase to be serviced. 4. Fill fuel tank. 2. Contact IASD. Engine needs to correct level. 10. Replace fuel filter. Replace fuel filter. Engine will not start; Stale fuel. 5. Bad spark plug. 7. Turn fuel shut-off is opened too soon. 2. Fill fuel tank. 4. Engine shuts down during operation. 1. Low oil level. 3. Engine lacks power. 1. Dirty fuel filter...