DEWALT DXGNI2500 2,500-Watt Portable Inverter Generator User Manual

1. Fampidirana

This manual provides essential information for the safe operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of your DEWALT DXGNI2500 2,500-Watt Portable Inverter Generator. Please read this manual thoroughly before operating the generator to ensure proper use and to prevent injury or damage.

The DEWALT DXGNI2500 is a gas-powered portable inverter generator designed for various applications, including home backup, RV use, camping, and jobsite power. It features a 98cc OHV engine, clean inverter technology for sensitive electronics, and an integrated CO-Protect system for enhanced safety.

anoloana view of the DEWALT DXGNI2500 portable inverter generator, showcasing its compact design and yellow and black casing.

2. Information momba ny fiarovana

WARNING: Read and understand all safety warnings and instructions before operating this generator. Failure to follow these warnings may result in serious injury or death.

• Ny loza ateraky ny karbônika: Generators produce carbon monoxide (CO), an odorless, colorless, poisonous gas. Operating a generator indoors or in partially enclosed spaces can kill you in minutes. ALWAYS operate the generator outdoors in a well-ventilated area, far away from windows, doors, and vents.
• CO-Protect Technology: This generator is equipped with DEWALT's CO-Protect Technology, which automatically shuts down the generator if dangerous carbon monoxide levels are detected. Do not bypass or disable this safety feature.
• Loza amin'ny fahatairana elektrika: Never operate the generator in wet conditions. Ensure all electrical connections are dry and properly grounded. Do not touch the generator with wet hands.
• Loza afo: Mora mirehitra ny lasantsy. Fenoy solika ao amin'ny toerana misy rivotra tsara, maty ny motera ary mangatsiaka. Aza mifoka sigara na mamela lelafo mirehitra eo akaikin'ny gropy na solika. Tehirizo ao anaty fitoeran-javatra efa nekena ny solika.
• Toerana mafana: Mafana be ny motera sy ny "muffler"-n'ny gropy mandritra ny fiasana ary mbola mafana mandritra ny fotoana kelikely aorian'ny fijanonana. Aza mikasika azy mba hisorohana ny may.
• Ampahany mihetsika: Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from moving parts to prevent injury.
• Ankizy sy biby fiompy: Arovy ny ankizy sy ny biby fiompy lavitra amin'ny mpamokatra herinaratra amin'ny fotoana rehetra.

3. Ny votoatin'ny fonosana

Verify that all items listed below are included in your package. If any items are missing or damaged, contact DEWALT customer service.

• DEWALT DXGNI2500 Portable Inverter Generator
• Bokin'ny tompony
• Engine Oil (initial fill)
• Wrench tselatra
• lantonoara

4. Endriky ny vokatra sy ny singa

Familiarize yourself with the key features and components of your DEWALT DXGNI2500 generator.

A antsipirihany view of the DEWALT generator's control panel and features, pointing out the lightweight built-in handle, CO Protect system, Economy mode switch, and USB charging ports.

• 98cc OHV Engine: Provides reliable power for various applications.
• CO-Protect Technology: Automatically shuts down the generator if carbon monoxide levels become unsafe.
• Clean Inverter Power: Delivers stable power suitable for sensitive electronics.
• Fomba toekarena: Reduces fuel consumption and noise levels during lighter loads.
• Tantana mitambatra: For easy portability and transport.
• Fivoahana voarakotra: Protects electrical connections from dust, debris, and moisture.
• Port USB: Mba hamenoana fitaovana elektronika kely.

An image highlighting the DEWALT inverter generator's features, including its quiet operation, 11-hour runtime at 25% load, and CO Protect carbon monoxide shutdown technology.

A set of four icons depicting key operational features: recoil start mechanism, engine status indicator, integrated carrying handle, and a standard power outlet.

5. Fametrahana sy fanomanana voalohany

5.1 Famoahana

Carefully remove the generator and all components from the packaging. Inspect for any shipping damage. Retain packaging for future storage or transport.

5.2 Fanampiana menaka motera

1. Apetraho eo amin'ny toerana ambony ny gropy.
2. Tadiavo ny sarom-pamenoana menaka/dipstick.
3. Remove the cap and, using the provided funnel, slowly add the recommended engine oil (SAE 10W-30 is typically recommended for general use) until it reaches the upper mark on the dipstick. Do not overfill.
4. Avereno tsara amin'ny toerany ny sarony famenoana menaka.

5.3 Fanampiana solika

FAMPITANDREMANA: Use fresh, unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher. Do not use E85 or any other fuel containing more than 10% ethanol. Never refuel while the engine is running or hot.

1. Ensure the generator is turned OFF and has cooled down.
2. Locate the fuel cap on top of the generator.
3. Unscrew the fuel cap and slowly add gasoline to the fuel tank, being careful not to overfill. Leave a small air gap to allow for fuel expansion. The tank capacity is 1 gallon.
4. Soloy tsara ny saron-tsolika. Fafao avy hatrany izay solika raraka.

6. Torolàlana miasa

6.1 Fanombohana ny Generator

Ensure the generator is placed outdoors in a well-ventilated area, away from any openings to buildings.

1. Ataovy azo antoka fa eo amin'ny toerana "ON" ny valva solika.
2. Move the engine switch to the "ON" position.
3. If the engine is cold, move the choke lever to the "CHOKE" position.
4. Firmly grasp the recoil starter handle and pull it slowly until resistance is felt, then pull quickly and smoothly to start the engine. Repeat if necessary.
5. Rehefa mandeha ny motera dia afindrao miadana amin'ny toerana "RUN" ny leveran'ny "choke".
6. Avela hiasa mandritra ny minitra vitsy ny gropy mba hafanaina alohan'ny hampifandraisana ireo fitaovana elektrika.

6.2 Fampifandraisana fitaovana elektrika

Connect your electrical devices to the appropriate outlets on the generator. Ensure the total wattagNy isan'ny fitaovana mifandray dia tsy mihoatra ny herin'ny gropy miasatage (2200 Watts).

A graphic illustrating typical wattage requirements for common appliances like power tools, TVs, lights, coffee makers, slow cookers, and cell phones, to help determine generator sizing.

• Always use heavy-duty, outdoor-rated extension cords.
• Aza mavesatra loatra ny mpamokatra.
• For sensitive electronics, ensure the generator is running smoothly before connecting.

6.3 Using Economy Mode

The Economy mode switch is located on the control panel. When activated, it automatically adjusts engine speed to match the load, reducing fuel consumption and noise levels. This mode is ideal for lighter loads or when extended runtime is desired.

• To activate: Flip the Economy mode switch to "ON".
• To deactivate: Flip the Economy mode switch to "OFF" for full power output.

6.4 Atsaharo ny Generator

1. Esory ny enta-mavesatra rehetra amin'ny mpamokatra.
2. Avelao handeha mandritra ny minitra vitsivitsy ny gropy mba tsy hihena ny entana.
3. Afindrao amin'ny toerana "OFF" ny bokotra fiasan'ny motera.
4. Avadiho amin'ny toerana "OFF" ny valva solika.

7. Fikojakojana

Regular maintenance is crucial for the longevity and safe operation of your generator. Always perform maintenance with the engine OFF and cool, and disconnect the spark plug wire to prevent accidental starting.

7.1 Fandaharana fikojakojana

7.2 Fanovana menaka motera

1. Run the engine for a few minutes to warm the oil, then shut it off.
2. Place a drain pan beneath the oil drain plug.
3. Remove the oil drain plug and oil fill cap to allow oil to drain completely.
4. Soloy ny "drain plug" ary fenoy amin'ny fatra sy karazana menaka motera vaovao araka ny soso-kevitra.
5. Soloy ny kapila feno menaka.

7.3 Fanadiovana sivana rivotra

1. Esory ny fonon'ny sivana rivotra.
2. Esory ny singa sivana rivotra foam.
3. Wash the element in warm, soapy water, rinse thoroughly, and allow to air dry completely.
4. Lightly oil the foam element with engine oil, then squeeze out excess oil.
5. Reinstall the air filter element and cover.

7.4 Fitehirizana

For long-term storage (over 30 days), prepare the generator as follows:

• Drain the fuel tank or add a fuel stabilizer according to the product instructions. Run the engine until it stops from lack of fuel if draining.
• Ovay ny menaka maotera.
• Diovy ny ivelan'ny mpamokatra.
• Store in a clean, dry, well-ventilated area, away from ignition sources.

8. Famahana olana

This section provides solutions to common operational issues. For problems not listed here, contact DEWALT customer service.

9. Famaritana

An image showing the physical dimensions (21.5 in. L x 13 in. W x 19 in. H) and weight (52.5 lbs) of the DEWALT portable inverter generator.

10. Warranty sy fanohanana

10.1 Garantie voafetra

The DEWALT DXGNI2500 Portable Inverter Generator comes with a Garantie voafetra 3 taona. This warranty covers defects in material or workmanship. Please refer to the warranty card included with your product for full terms and conditions, or visit the official DEWALT webtranokala ho an'ny fampahalalana momba ny fiantohana amin'ny antsipiriany.

10.2 Fanohanana ny mpanjifa

For technical assistance, replacement parts, or warranty claims, please contact DEWALT customer support:

• Webtranokala: www.dewalt.com/support
• Telefaonina: Refer to your local DEWALT service center contact information (usually found in the included owner's manual or on the webtranokala).

When contacting support, please have your generator's model number (DXGNI2500) and serial number ready.