OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 580.327270 ® CUSTOMER HELPLINE _'-\. -\\ I-soo-===-3136 HOURS: l Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m (CST) I CAUTION: ' LRead and Follow all SafetyRule s L andlnstructions Before Operating This Equipment ........... L. SEARS' L ROEBUCK Part No. 99372 Revision I (4/2/96) 120 VOLT / 2500 WATT • Assembly • Operation • Customer ° Service • Repair Parts and CO., Responsibilities and Adjustment __ HoffmanEstates,..
SAFETY RULES _ TACT SPARK PLUG, TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, AUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WiRE WHERE IT CANNOT CON" ADJUSTING OR MAKING. REPAIRS TO YOUR GENERATOR, _#1_ :: IMPORTANT THISGENERATOR IS DESIGNED FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY. USING THIS GENERATOR INSIDE ANY BUILDING OR ENCLOSURE, INCLUDING THE GENERATOR COMPARTMENT OFA RECREATIONAL VEHICLE (RV)_ IS DANGEROUS. FIRE OR AN EXPLOSION MAY RESULT.
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Craftsman Generator. it has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Center/Department or call the 1-800 number listed in this manual. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit Please read and retain this manual.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ....._. ................. :.............. INSIDE COVER MAINTENANCE AGR EE MENT ;;..;.,.;...;.;......... ......... ......17 SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS TROUBLESHOOTING ........................... ............ 1 ................................ 10_ POINTS .;....................... ;...:;.... WARRANTY .............................................. :..................... 1 WIRING DIAGRAM .......................................................
• OPERATION KNOW YOUR GENERATOR R E:AD THiS OWN ER'S MAN UAL AN D SAFE _IR ULE s BE F0R E oP E RATING YOUR G ENE F_AT(3R. Compare i_e i_i ittustra_onsV_th your generator, to familiarize yourself with 1he locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. FUEL TANK 5 H.P.
OPERATION Your a-c generator was completely assembled at the factory,: itis ready for use after it has been propetivserviced" with the recommended lubricating oitand fuel. IF YOU HAVE ANY:PROBLEMS WITH THE ASSE MBLy: OF YOUR GENERATOR, PLEASE CALL THE GENERATOR HELPLtNE AT 1-800-222-3136. the grounding lug and 10 an earth-driven copper or brass ;grounding
OPERATION NOTE: Use of multi-viscosity oils above 40OF (4cC) will result in high oil consumption andpossibtemenginedamage. Use 5W-30 when Operating the generator in weather below. 32q =..... o -. Grasp star_er grip and pull slo_y until you feel some resistance. Let rope.retum $1ovvly,_, Then pull cord out with rapid full;arm stroke. Let rope return slov_y. Do not let rope "snap back" against starter, +. NOTE: W1_en adding oil to the engine .
OPERATION STOPPING THE ENGINE Unplug all electrical loads from generator panel receptacles. Never start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged in and lumed on. • Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to stabi..... lize the internal temperatures of engine and generator. = If the appliance, tool or motor does not give wattage, multiply 120 volts times ampere rating to deter _e v_tts (volts x amps =watts).
MAINTENANCE GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The Owner/Operator is responsible for making sure that all periodic maintenance tasks are completed on a timely basis; thatall discrepancies are corrected; and that the unit is kept clean and properly stored. Never operate a damaged or defective generator. G E NE RATOR MAINTE Change oil while engine is still warm from running, se follows: ...... = Clean area around oil drain plug, remove plug (Fig. 7) and drain oil completely into a suitable container.
MAINTENANCE To clean or replace air cleaner: • Remove air cleaner cover; remove paper filter, .... • Clean air filter by tapping it gendy on s solid surface. If the filter is too dirty, replace it with a new one, Dispose of the oil filter properly. • Clean air cleaner cover then insert newpaper, filter into cover and assemble to the base of the air cleaner. REPLACE SPARK PLUG • : Change the spark plug every 100 hours of operation or once each ,lear, whichever comes first.
...... SERVICE ENGINE AND ADJUSTMENTS o SPEED CAUTION:ATENGINE SPEED WAS JUSTED THE FACTORY ANDPROPERLY SHOULD ADREQUIRE NO ADDITIONAL ADJUSTMENT. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CHANGE ENGINE SPEED. IF YOU BELIEVE THE ENGINE ISRUNNING TOO FAST OR TOO SLOW, TAKE YOUR GENERATOR TO AUTHORIZED SERVICE (3ENTER FOR REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT. CHANGING ENGINE GOVERNED SPEED WILLVOIDrENG1NE WARRANTY.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Engine is running, but no AC output is available, POINTS CAUSE 1. CORRECTION One of the circuit breakers is open. 2. Faultin generator. 3, Poor conneclion or defective cord set. 4. Connected device is bad. 1, Reset circuit breaker. 2. Contact Sears Service Department. 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 Engine WIUnot start; or starts and runs rouah.
CRAFTSMAN 2500 WATT DELUXE AC GENERATOR 580.327270 WIRING DIAGRAM =< '{Z C {3 Z n-- i o =" 11 Drawing No.
CRAFTSMAN 2500 WAll" A-C GENERATOR 580. 327270 REPAIR _P o= / "7 p,,, co P_ _o co o'J L 03 io 03 to Drawing No.
CRAFTSMAN 2500 ITEM I 2 3 4 5 PART NO, 99369 95902 : 85652 143.53621 86292 6 75475 7 85651 8 t0 tl t2 22129 38150 91824 66365-F 13 14 15 91820 65791 24420 16 19 66825B 86308D 20 2! 22264 66849 23 68759 24 25 26 77247 72092 91825 27 29 30 67451 51715 74908 3! 32 86494 84242 WATT A-C GENERATOR 580. 327270 DESCRIPTION ENG|NE-SHP TECUMSEH (1 REQ.) BASE, MOUNTING (1 REQ.) VIBRATION MOUNT-ALT. (2 REQ.) GROUND WIRE (t REQ.) CAPSCREW, SELF DRILLER #10 {1 REQJ SCREW, PAN HD. MACH.
CRAFTSMAN CRAFTSMAN 2500 WATT A-C G E NE RATOR 4-CYCLE ENGINE 143.965011 580.327270 REPAIR 161 / '_30 287 Drawing No.
CRAFTSMAN CRAFTSMAN ITEM 1 2500 WATT A-C GENERATOR 4-CYCL E E NGINE 143.965015 PART NO. 36768 REPAIR 580.327270 DESCRIPTION ITEM Cylinder (includes 2. 20, 72& 125) 11 req.] Dowel Pin (2 req.) Washer 11 req.) Governor Rod Governor Lever 11 reqo) Governor Laver Clamp 11 req.) No+ 8-32 x 5116" Hex Screw 11 req+) Extension Spring (1 reqJ Oil Seal (1 req.) 126 157 158 159 130 130A 135 160 151 163 154 155 PART No. Std. Intake Valve 11 req.| O.S. Intake Valve (1 req.) 5116-18 x 1-1/2" Screw (7 req.
CRAFTSMAN CRAFTSMAN 2500 WATT A-C GENERATOR 4-CYCLE ENGINE 143.965015 REPAIR 580.327270 / 13 _8 6__ _6 Re wind Starter No. 590736 ITE M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 PART NO. 590599A 5906O0 590696 590601 590697 590698 590699 590700 590687, 590535 590701 Drawing No. 99625 DESCRIPTION _ PIN, SPRING [included No.,4] (1 REQ.) WASHER (1 REQ.) RETAINER (1 REQ.) WASHER (1 REQ.) ..SPRING, BRAKE (1 REQ.) DOG, STARTER (2 REQ.) SPRING, DOG (2 REQ.) PULLEYAND REWIND SPRING ASSEMBLY (1 REQ.
CRAFTSMAN 2500 WATT CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE A-C ENGINE GENERATOR REPAIR 580327270 PARTS 143.965015 20 I 1 -30 _ 37 _ 36 _37 44/_ 40 Carburetor ITEM 1 2 4 5 6 7 16 17 18 20 25 27 PART NO. 631615 631767 631184 631183 631036 650506 632164 '650417 630766; 640O18 631867 631024 J_ No. 640017 DESCRIPTION Throttle Shaft and Lever Assembly (1 req.) Thro_e Return Spring (1 reqJ Dust Seal Washer (1 reqJ Dust Seal [thtottJe} (1 req,) Thm_e Shutter (1 req.
FOR CALIFORNIA CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY WHEN SEEKING SERVICE EMISSION YOUR WARRANTY CONTROL WARRANTY RIGHTS AND IN CALIFORNIA STATEMENT OBLIGATIONS The Califomia Air Resources Board and Sears Roebuck and Co., USA (Sears), are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your 1995 and later lawn and garden equipment engine. In California new utility and lawn and garden equipment engines must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the State's stringent anti-smog standards.