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Baldor Premier 'K' Operator's Manual
Summary of Premier 'K'
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Operator's manual for your premier ‘k’ series generator baldor generators 3815 oregon street oshkosh wi 54902 phone: (920) 236-4200 fax: (920) 236-4219 toll free: 800-872-7697.
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Forward this manual contains the information you need to safely and efficiently operate your generator set. During the preparation of this manual every effort was made to ensure the accuracy of its contents. Do not operate this generator set until you carefully read this manual and understand the sa...
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♦ place protective covers and guards over the rotating parts, if rotating parts such as the drive shaft, pulley, belt, etc. Are left exposed, they are potentially hazardous. ♦ when cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make sure all moving parts have stopped. ♦ prior to working on the generator set, di...
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♦ know how to stop the engine quickly and understand the operation of all controls. ♦ never permit anyone to operate the generator set without proper instructions. ♦ never allow children to operate the generator set. ♦ children and pets must be kept away from the area of operation due to the possibi...
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♦ always treat the electrical circuits as if they were energized. ♦ disconnect all leads plugged into the unit prior to working on it. ♦ have the electrical circuits serviced only by qualified technicians. ♦ inspect wiring frequently and replace frayed, broken or poor leads. ♦ do not connect this un...
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○ ○ ○ ○ for gasoline or diesel powered generator sets ○ ○ ○ ○ ♦ check all fuel supply piping and their connections on a monthly basis for fuel leaks. ♦ use only approved piping and componentry in your fuel supply system. ♦ a professional, experienced technician should only install the fuel supply sy...
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Table of contents section page basic location information………………………………………………………………………………………….1 basic connection information…………………………………………………………………………………….2 basic engine information……………………………………………………………………………………………….3 generator end maintenance…………………………………………………………………………………………….4 basic engine main...
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Location for best service from your portable generator set there are several factors which should be taken into consideration when choosing the best location in wh ch to operate it: i moisture: all electrical equipment should be protected from excessive moisture. Failure to do so will result in dete...
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Connections wiring: use sufficiently large insulated wire to connect the generator set to the load. The gauge of the wire will depend largely on the distance, the permissible voltage drop, and the size and type of load. If you are not sure of the gauge wire needed for your application, consult a com...
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Engine information this operator's manual only covers basic day- to- day engine operating instructions. However, the engine manufacturer's manual is included with your generator set and should be referred to for any additional information you may need. Become familiar with and follow all the engine ...
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Maintenance maintenance should only be performed on the generator set after the engine has stopped and the generator set has cooled down. The battery and spark plug should also be disconnected prior to performing maintenance. Generator end maintenance generator end maintenance consists of cleaning t...
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Adjustments: √ the engine should be checked for proper speed setting(s). √ prior to adjusting the engine speed, turn the auto idler off (if your generator set is equipped with this feature). Adjust the engine speed to 3720 rpm's (62 hertz) with no load applied to the generator set. √ adjust the auto...
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Storage if you will not be using the generator set for a significant amount of time (3 months or longer) you should store the generator to prevent any problems that could arise from sitting idle. Please fully read the following guidelines prior to storing the unit. 1. Remove all fuel from the engine...
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Use of electric motors electric motors require much more current (amperes) to start them than to run them. Some motors, particularly split-phase motors are very difficult to start and requires 5 to 7 times as much current to start them as it does to run them. Capacitor motors are a little easier to ...
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Ordering parts when generator repair parts are needed, they may be obtained by calling the customer service department at baldor generators or the nearest local office of baldor electric motors, drives and generators. Accurate information such as the following will assure that you receive accurate p...
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Operation prior to starting the unit: 1. Locate and set up the generator set in an open, dry, well ventilated and reasonably level location. Operating this unit in an area not suitable for it's proper use may cause damage to the unit, severe injury, or death. See "location information" section locat...
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3. Pull lightly on the recoil grip until you feel significant resistance, then pull sharply. Do not allow the recoil rope to 'snap' back into the recoil housing. Allow the recoil to gently rewind into the recoil housing. See your engine manual for instructions specific to your unit. If the engine do...
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Simple troubleshooting listed below are the more simple solutions to some of the more common problems that are reported to the customer service department at baldor generators. These troubleshooting solutions are meant to be an aid for a person who has minimal electrical knowledge and experience. Mo...
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5. Loss of residual magnetism. Loss of residual magnetism will not allow the generator's excitation system to build up and thus the generator set will not produce any power. To 'flash' the generator set, (restore residual magnetism) follow these steps: preferred method a. With the generator set stop...
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Auto idler system not working properly (applies only to generator sets equipped with this feature) for the auto idler system to work, the generator set must be producing normal voltage output. If the generator set is not producing any power, the auto idler system will not work. 1. Generator set will...
Page 21: Control Panel
Control panel for k3000 a = dc power switch - this is your on/off switch for which to operate the generator. B = elapsed time meter. This meter displays a continuous running total of the hours accumulated on the unit. C = ac voltmeter. This voltmeter displays the voltage level being produced by the ...
Page 22: Control Panel
Control panel for the k5000/k5000e units a = the auto idler feature on/off switch. The auto idler feature allows the engine on the generator set to slow down to a "slow speed position" when there is no load being applied to the unit. When a load is applied to the unit, the auto idler circuitry allow...
Page 23: Control Panel
Control panel for the k6500/k6500e generator a = the auto idler feature on/off switch. The auto idler feature allows the engine on the generator set to slow down to a "slow speed position" when there is no load being applied to the unit. When a load is applied to the unit, the auto idler circuitry a...
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K3000 wiring diagram - 17 -.
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K5000 wiring diagram - 18 -.
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K5000e wiring diagram - 19 -.
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K6500 wiring diagram - 20 -.
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K6500e wiring diagram - 21 -.
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Generator-end componentry - 22 -.
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Control box componentry - 23 -.
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Parts breakdown for k3000, k5000, k5000e, k6500, k6500e units: ref ltr part # description k 300 0 k 500 0 k 500 0e k 650 0 k 650 0e a 61sa0036a00 stator assembly x a 61sa0036a01 stator assembly x x a 61sa0036a02 stator assembly x x b 61ra0011a00 rotor assembly x b 61ra0013a00 rotor assembly x x b 61...
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Limited warranty unless otherwise provided, baldor generators are warranted against defects in baldor workmanship and materials for a period of time as set forth in the warranty period chart on the following page. All warranty claims must be submitted to a baldor generator repair facility prior to t...
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Warranty period generator series labor* parts portable products (premier, powerchief, dg series, k series) 1 year 3 years towable products (ts) 1 year or 3,000 hours whichever comes first 3 years or 3,000 hours whichever comes first 3600 rpm standby systems (some ae models) 1 year or 1,000 hours whi...
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Limitations: baldor generators is not responsible for the repair of generators required because of normal wear, accident, misuse, abuse, improper installation, lack of maintenance, unauthorized modifications or improper storage. Normal wear: this warranty will not cover repair where normal use has e...
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California proposition 65 warning engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of california to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm. California proposition 65 warning diesel engine exhaust and some constituents are known to the state of california to ca...
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Service is just a phone call away: 800-872-7697 www.Baldor.Com/products/generators.Asp 3815 oregon street oshkosh wi 54902 phone: (920) 236-4200 fax: (920) 236-4219.