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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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... ...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...
... ...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...
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...forests, brush, grass, or other similar items, then an approved spark arrester should be installed and is not spark arresting, contact your generator may also be fitted with the standards set forth by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ...may not be fitted. DO NOT OPERATE, SERVICE OR REPAIR THIS GEN- NEVER OPERATE THIS GENERATOR INDOORS. Spark Arresters are Sections 13005(b), 4442 and 4443. NEVER use OUTSIDE and far away from DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Baltimore, MD 21286. 1-888-431-6871. EXPOSURE...
...forests, brush, grass, or other similar items, then an approved spark arrester should be installed and is not spark arresting, contact your generator may also be fitted with the standards set forth by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ...may not be fitted. DO NOT OPERATE, SERVICE OR REPAIR THIS GEN- NEVER OPERATE THIS GENERATOR INDOORS. Spark Arresters are Sections 13005(b), 4442 and 4443. NEVER use OUTSIDE and far away from DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Baltimore, MD 21286. 1-888-431-6871. EXPOSURE...
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... RECOMMENDED DUE TO BACKFEEDING. NEVER TOUCH A RECEPTACLE OR BARE WIRE. ERATOR AND POTENTIALLY LEAD TO FIRES. WARNING NEVER REFILL A HOT GENERATOR WITH FUEL. SPARK ARRES- THE TOTAL LOAD MUST NOT EXCEED THE RATED CAPACITY OF THE GENERA- IF THE DRIVEN APPARATUS DOES NOT LIST... BACKFEED OF ELECTRICITY. TO AVOID BACKFEEDING INTO UTILITY SYSTEMS, ISOLATION OF THE RESIDENCE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM IS REQUIRED. IMPROPER STORAGE OF THIS GENERATOR COULD RESULT IN AN EXPLOSION OR FIRE. TRICAL LOAD. ATOR TO RESIDENCE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. WARNING GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND ITS ...
... RECOMMENDED DUE TO BACKFEEDING. NEVER TOUCH A RECEPTACLE OR BARE WIRE. ERATOR AND POTENTIALLY LEAD TO FIRES. WARNING NEVER REFILL A HOT GENERATOR WITH FUEL. SPARK ARRES- THE TOTAL LOAD MUST NOT EXCEED THE RATED CAPACITY OF THE GENERA- IF THE DRIVEN APPARATUS DOES NOT LIST... BACKFEED OF ELECTRICITY. TO AVOID BACKFEEDING INTO UTILITY SYSTEMS, ISOLATION OF THE RESIDENCE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM IS REQUIRED. IMPROPER STORAGE OF THIS GENERATOR COULD RESULT IN AN EXPLOSION OR FIRE. TRICAL LOAD. ATOR TO RESIDENCE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. WARNING GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND ITS ...
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... INCREASE NOISE LEVELS. working load or more to avoid fuel spillage. Lifting Eye Kit Owner's Manual for your tool, please contact DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Baltimore, MD 21286, call 1-888-431-6871 or visit our website www...SEVERE BURNS. ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE (-) BATTERY CABLE FROM THE BATTERY BEFORE PERFORMING BATTERY SERVICE OR BEFORE PERFORMING ANY ELECTRICAL SERVICE ON THE GENERATOR OR ENGINE. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION CAUTION INSPECT THE EXHAUST SYSTEM REGULARLY TO ENSURE IT IS FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. NOTICE: NEVER DRAIN OR DISPOSE OF ...
... INCREASE NOISE LEVELS. working load or more to avoid fuel spillage. Lifting Eye Kit Owner's Manual for your tool, please contact DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Baltimore, MD 21286, call 1-888-431-6871 or visit our website www...SEVERE BURNS. ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE (-) BATTERY CABLE FROM THE BATTERY BEFORE PERFORMING BATTERY SERVICE OR BEFORE PERFORMING ANY ELECTRICAL SERVICE ON THE GENERATOR OR ENGINE. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION CAUTION INSPECT THE EXHAUST SYSTEM REGULARLY TO ENSURE IT IS FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. NOTICE: NEVER DRAIN OR DISPOSE OF ...
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... 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). Safety Service Information Please have the following information as shown listed on the data...
... 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). Safety Service Information Please have the following information as shown listed on the data...
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...or damaged, or if any parts are specially designed to lock in Table -1. DXGNR5700 1. If any problems occur during assembly, call the Generator Helpline at 1-888-431-6871. Accessories Check contents against the list in place.... Bracket (L) M6 Bolt (M) 1/2" Axle Pin (N) M6 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 . Contents Item 5700 Qty. DXGNR7000 1. M H J B K C F G E D L 003605 A Owner's Manual for overthe-road use . Table -1. Insert cotter ...
...or damaged, or if any parts are specially designed to lock in Table -1. DXGNR5700 1. If any problems occur during assembly, call the Generator Helpline at 1-888-431-6871. Accessories Check contents against the list in place.... Bracket (L) M6 Bolt (M) 1/2" Axle Pin (N) M6 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 . Contents Item 5700 Qty. DXGNR7000 1. M H J B K C F G E D L 003605 A Owner's Manual for overthe-road use . Table -1. Insert cotter ...
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...: The battery shipped with exhaust and evaporative emission standards. tive battery cable when working on the engine to determine what standards the generator meets, and to determine which warranty applies. Carburetor - Fuel Lines - Ignition Module • Exhaust System - Exhaust Manifold - ... following components (if equipped): • Air Induction System - Slide rubber boot over connection hardware. 6 Owner's Manual for generators certified to crank engine, plug in the 12V charger included in the accessory box (see Charging the Battery (electric start units...
...: The battery shipped with exhaust and evaporative emission standards. tive battery cable when working on the engine to determine what standards the generator meets, and to determine which warranty applies. Carburetor - Fuel Lines - Ignition Module • Exhaust System - Exhaust Manifold - ... following components (if equipped): • Air Induction System - Slide rubber boot over connection hardware. 6 Owner's Manual for generators certified to crank engine, plug in the 12V charger included in the accessory box (see Charging the Battery (electric start units...
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...to the engine airbox. 17. Air Filter - Muffler - Wattage Meter - Grounding Lug - Press the springloaded button to start engine from the generator (7000W models only). 21. Roll Over Valve - Start/Run/Stop Switch - Oil Fill - Use to move handle. 12. Valve between the... 3 5700 - 50 State 2 3 1 9 22 3 5700 - Circuit Breakers (AC) - Filters intake air as Portable for a short duration before operating the generator. Indicates the amount of operation for the operation of 120 and/or 240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, single-phase, 60 Hz, electrical lighting, appliance, tool...
...to the engine airbox. 17. Air Filter - Muffler - Wattage Meter - Grounding Lug - Press the springloaded button to start engine from the generator (7000W models only). 21. Roll Over Valve - Start/Run/Stop Switch - Oil Fill - Use to move handle. 12. Valve between the... 3 5700 - 50 State 2 3 1 9 22 3 5700 - Circuit Breakers (AC) - Filters intake air as Portable for a short duration before operating the generator. Indicates the amount of operation for the operation of 120 and/or 240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, single-phase, 60 Hz, electrical lighting, appliance, tool...
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Use only high quality, well-insulated, 3wire grounded cord sets rated for Portable Generator Keep extension cords as short as possible to a combined 2400 watts (2.4 kW) or 20 Amps of current. The message will illuminate every 100 hours. The ...
Use only high quality, well-insulated, 3wire grounded cord sets rated for Portable Generator Keep extension cords as short as possible to a combined 2400 watts (2.4 kW) or 20 Amps of current. The message will illuminate every 100 hours. The ...
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...Used as specified in NEC 250.34. The gas is protected by a qualified electrician and in noncompliance with any problems operating the generator, call the generator helpline at 25 Amps or 240 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single phase loads requiring up to the intended use this receptacle to... ventilating air is a poison you cannot see or smell. Installation and connections must be registered with local utility companies. • If the generator is properly installed according to ground terminals on the AC output receptacles. The cord set to the plug and to be properly maintained. For ...
...Used as specified in NEC 250.34. The gas is protected by a qualified electrician and in noncompliance with any problems operating the generator, call the generator helpline at 25 Amps or 240 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single phase loads requiring up to the intended use this receptacle to... ventilating air is a poison you cannot see or smell. Installation and connections must be registered with local utility companies. • If the generator is properly installed according to ground terminals on the AC output receptacles. The cord set to the plug and to be properly maintained. For ...
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... oil. 10W-30 SAE 30 Synthetic 5W-30 000399 10 Owner's Manual for starting wattage when selecting electrical devices to connect to the generator, proceed as follows: Add Engine Oil All oil should NOT be greater than for actual wattage requirements. To allow for help in determining.... Observe the following rules to avoid overloading: • Add up the total wattage of all electrical devices to be con- Operation Know Generator Limits Overloading a generator in excess of tools, appliances and motors can usually be found on a data label or decal affixed to the device. • If...
... oil. 10W-30 SAE 30 Synthetic 5W-30 000399 10 Owner's Manual for starting wattage when selecting electrical devices to connect to the generator, proceed as follows: Add Engine Oil All oil should NOT be greater than for actual wattage requirements. To allow for help in determining.... Observe the following rules to avoid overloading: • Add up the total wattage of all electrical devices to be con- Operation Know Generator Limits Overloading a generator in excess of tools, appliances and motors can usually be found on a data label or decal affixed to the device. • If...
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...8226; DO NOT use E85. • DO NOT use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the vicin- Always leave room for Portable Generator 11 Starting Pull Start Engines CAUTION Equipment and property damage. Open the fuel shut-off valve (A). Inspect engine oil level prior to ...fuels (called gasohol, ethanol or methanol) can damage the fuel system of 30 days or longer. Disconnect electrical loads prior to fueling. 2. Place generator on a level surface. 3. Clean area around oil fill. 3. Add recommended engine oil as shown. Do not overfill fuel tank. To avoid ...
...8226; DO NOT use E85. • DO NOT use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the vicin- Always leave room for Portable Generator 11 Starting Pull Start Engines CAUTION Equipment and property damage. Open the fuel shut-off valve (A). Inspect engine oil level prior to ...fuels (called gasohol, ethanol or methanol) can damage the fuel system of 30 days or longer. Disconnect electrical loads prior to fueling. 2. Place generator on a level surface. 3. Clean area around oil fill. 3. Add recommended engine oil as shown. Do not overfill fuel tank. To avoid ...
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... to do not overload individual panel receptacles. Starting Electric Start Engines CAUTION Equipment and property damage. Failure to that receptacle is felt. Place generator on a level surface. 3. Move engine choke knob outward to Full Choke position (left). 000208 C 4. B 5700 - 50 State ...then fully into Run position. Operation B 7000 Canada 003606 A 5. Slide engine choke (C) to Full Choke. 5. Read "Don't Overload the Generator" carefully. Open the fuel shut-off valve. 4. If engine falters, move choke knob to 1/2 choke position until engine runs smoothly, then to...
... to do not overload individual panel receptacles. Starting Electric Start Engines CAUTION Equipment and property damage. Failure to that receptacle is felt. Place generator on a level surface. 3. Move engine choke knob outward to Full Choke position (left). 000208 C 4. B 5700 - 50 State ...then fully into Run position. Operation B 7000 Canada 003606 A 5. Slide engine choke (C) to Full Choke. 5. Read "Don't Overload the Generator" carefully. Open the fuel shut-off valve. 4. If engine falters, move choke knob to 1/2 choke position until engine runs smoothly, then to...
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...WARNING Risk of fuel. Failure to Stop. 4. NOTICE: The battery shipped with the included battery charger to charge the battery while the generator is running. If the battery is unable to do so could result in equipment and property damage. 1. Plug wall receptacle end of ...repeat starting instructions. NOTICE: Do not use the battery charger for use for several minutes to -reset circuit breakers. IMPORTANT: Do not overload generator or individual panel receptacles. For emergencies, switch to run , move choke lever to start engine. 3. Battery charging should be used if ...
...WARNING Risk of fuel. Failure to Stop. 4. NOTICE: The battery shipped with the included battery charger to charge the battery while the generator is running. If the battery is unable to do so could result in equipment and property damage. 1. Plug wall receptacle end of ...repeat starting instructions. NOTICE: Do not use the battery charger for use for several minutes to -reset circuit breakers. IMPORTANT: Do not overload generator or individual panel receptacles. For emergencies, switch to run , move choke lever to start engine. 3. Battery charging should be used if ...
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... NOTICE: All required service and adjustments should be a decrease in power. ** Maximum wattage and current are subject to loosen caked on generator. C (0 deg. F). WARNING Do not insert any time and could result in death, serious injury and unit damage. • Use...more often under heavy load or in high temperatures. ** Clean air filter more frequent service. See a qualified dealer for Portable Generator 15 Product Specifications Generator Specifications Rated Power 5.7 / 7.0 kW** Surge Power 7.125 / 8.75 kW Rated AC Voltage 120/240 Rated AC Load ...
... NOTICE: All required service and adjustments should be a decrease in power. ** Maximum wattage and current are subject to loosen caked on generator. C (0 deg. F). WARNING Do not insert any time and could result in death, serious injury and unit damage. • Use...more often under heavy load or in high temperatures. ** Clean air filter more frequent service. See a qualified dealer for Portable Generator 15 Product Specifications Generator Specifications Rated Power 5.7 / 7.0 kW** Surge Power 7.125 / 8.75 kW Rated AC Voltage 120/240 Rated AC Load ...
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... is still warm from the spark plug and place the wire where it cannot contact spark plug. 3. Some units have more frequently. Place generator on generator. Maintenance • Use a vacuum to pick up loose dirt and debris. • Low pressure air (not to exceed 25 psi) ...a level surface. 2. Wipe up . able container. 6. Replace oil fill cap and hand-tighten. Disconnect spark plug wires when working on generator internal windings will be retained in voids and crevices of oil in death or serious injury. Remove oil drain plug and drain oil completely into...
... is still warm from the spark plug and place the wire where it cannot contact spark plug. 3. Some units have more frequently. Place generator on generator. Maintenance • Use a vacuum to pick up loose dirt and debris. • Low pressure air (not to exceed 25 psi) ...a level surface. 2. Wipe up . able container. 6. Replace oil fill cap and hand-tighten. Disconnect spark plug wires when working on generator internal windings will be retained in voids and crevices of oil in death or serious injury. Remove oil drain plug and drain oil completely into...
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... battery. Check valve clearance after the first fifty-hours of time. NOTICE: 431-6871. A battery may be damaged if run with the generator has been fully charged. WARNING Accidental Start-up. Failure to 1/2 turn using spark plug wrench. 000224 A 3. See Specifica- Valve Clearance ...to have valve clearance adjusted. Maintenance Air Filter Engine will not run properly and may lose some charge when not in use for Portable Generator 17 Clean area around spark plug. 2. Remove and inspect spark plug. 3. Connect positive (+) battery terminal (B) FIRST (B). Slide rubber ...
... battery. Check valve clearance after the first fifty-hours of time. NOTICE: 431-6871. A battery may be damaged if run with the generator has been fully charged. WARNING Accidental Start-up. Failure to 1/2 turn using spark plug wrench. 000224 A 3. See Specifica- Valve Clearance ...to have valve clearance adjusted. Maintenance Air Filter Engine will not run properly and may lose some charge when not in use for Portable Generator 17 Clean area around spark plug. 2. Remove and inspect spark plug. 3. Connect positive (+) battery terminal (B) FIRST (B). Slide rubber ...
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... Fuel stored over 30 days can be drained into cylinder. Run engine for storage. • DO NOT place a storage cover on a hot generator. This will cause fuel system problems. • Cover unit with commercial solvent. 3. wise damaged. Rust in fuel will close valves so moisture... cannot enter engine cylinder. Keep fuel fresh, use . Allow unit to cool to fuel system, prepare and run the generator for Portable Generator NOTICE: If fuel has not been treated with clamp and screw. When operating machine, do so could result in cylinder. 5. If...
... Fuel stored over 30 days can be drained into cylinder. Run engine for storage. • DO NOT place a storage cover on a hot generator. This will cause fuel system problems. • Cover unit with commercial solvent. 3. wise damaged. Rust in fuel will close valves so moisture... cannot enter engine cylinder. Keep fuel fresh, use . Allow unit to cool to fuel system, prepare and run the generator for Portable Generator NOTICE: If fuel has not been treated with clamp and screw. When operating machine, do so could result in cylinder. 5. If...