Desa Portable Generator Rgh3000 Rgh3000pr Rgh5500a Rgh5500aie Rgh7500aie And Rgh11000aie User Manual

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PORTABLE GASOLINE  
GENERATORS  
OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL  
Generator Models: RGH3000, RGH3000PR, RGH5500A, RGH5500AIE,  
RGH7500AIE, and RGH11000AIE  
IMPORTANT: Read and understand this manual before operating or servicing  
generator. Improper use of generator can cause serious injury. Keep this  
manual for future reference.  
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SAFETY  
PRODUCT  
IDENTIFICATION  
INFORMATION  
Continued  
9. Only a qualified electrical service per-  
son should service and repair generator.  
• Generator produces high voltage.  
Use extreme caution when working  
on electrical parts.  
Gas Cap/Fuel Gauge  
• Always remove spark plug wire from  
spark plug before servicing. This will  
prevent accidental starting.  
Control  
Panel  
When working on generator, avoid hot  
muffler, exhaust manifold, and engine  
parts. Severe burns may occur.  
120 Volt  
Receptacle  
• Do not work on generator when tired.  
• Use only factory approved replace-  
ment parts.  
FUEL  
F
Full Power  
Selector  
Switch  
10. Store generator in a well-vented area.  
Make sure fuel tank is empty. Never  
store with fuel in tank. Vapors may  
reach an open flame or spark. Fire or  
explosion may result.  
120 Volt  
Receptacle  
(GFCI)  
120 VOLTS  
RESET  
TEST  
FULL POWER  
120  
ONLY  
120  
240V  
120/240 VOLTS  
120 Volt  
Receptacle  
(Duplex)  
ENM  
00000005  
HOURS  
1/10  
Provision for  
RESET  
RESET  
Auto-Idle Switch  
11. Never operate generator  
• if engine speed changes greatly  
• if engine misfires often  
Run Lamp  
• if powered items overheat  
• if electrical output drops  
• if it is sparking  
• if it produces smoke or flames  
• if it vibrates at high levels  
• if it has a damaged receptacle  
Hour Meter  
Roll Cage  
Gas Tank  
120/240 Volt  
Receptacle  
Circuit  
Breaker  
FUEL  
F
12. Keep generator and nearby areas clean.  
• Keep generator free of oil, mud, and  
other foreign matter.  
Choke  
Lever  
• Remove anything that creates slip-  
pery areas around generator.  
• Remove oily rags and other items  
that create fire hazards.  
Fuel  
Valve  
Lever  
• Keep a fire extinguisher nearby.  
Make sure it is rated ABC by the  
NFPA. They are good for all uses.  
Consult your local fire department.  
• Keep fire extinguisher well main-  
tained. Be familiar with its use.  
13. Know how to stop engine quickly.  
Know how to use all controls.  
Ground  
Lug  
14. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can  
cause hearing loss.  
Starter Grip  
Alternator  
• When working around generator,  
wear approved hearing protection.  
• Remember neighbors when using  
generator.  
Engine  
Engine ON/  
OFF Switch  
Oil Dipstick  
Figure 1 - Portable Generator (Model RGH5500A Shown)  
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PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS  
HIGH AND LOW  
GENERAL  
VENTILATION  
TEMPERATURE  
OPERATION  
INFORMATION  
DANGER: Use only in well-  
ventedareas.Makesureareahas  
plenty of free-moving, fresh, out-  
side air. Never run generator in  
an enclosed or confined area.  
Never run generator inside occu-  
pied building. Engine exhaust  
containspoisonouscarbonmon-  
oxide gas. Overexposure will  
causelossofconsciousnessand  
will lead to death.  
Reddy portable generators are rugged and  
compact. These models provide dependable,  
trouble-free service. The alternators are  
brushless with revolving fields. Honda gaso-  
line engines provide long life under heavy  
use. Honda engines have overhead valves  
(OHV).Thisprovideshighperformancewith  
lower fuel consumption. These engines are  
governed to maintain engine speed of 3600  
RPM under load. 3600 RPM engine speed  
provides 120/240V, 60 Hz power.  
Air temperature affects generator output.  
Output drops 1% for each 10° temperature  
rise above 60° F. Very low temperatures may  
make the engine hard to start. See engine  
owner’s manual for more information.  
Thisgeneratorneedscoolingairtorunprop-  
erly. Never block free-flowing, cooling air  
to generator. Overheating will occur with-  
out cooling air. This will damage the gen-  
erator. Keep generator at least three feet  
away from any object.  
Additional Features  
• Circuit breaker protection  
• Spark-arresting muffler (except model  
RGH11000AIE)  
• Large fuel tank  
• Oil alert system  
DUST, DIRT, RAIN,  
AND SNOW  
• Electric starter (models RGH5500AIE,  
RGH7500AIE, and RGH11000AIE only)  
• 15-Amp ground fault circuit interrupter  
(GFCI) receptacle  
WARNING: Do not use gen-  
erator outdoors in rain or snow.  
Do not use generator near stand-  
ing water or snow. Do not use if  
generator is wet or damp. Oper-  
ating generator in these condi-  
tions increases the risk of elec-  
trocution. Severe injury or death  
can occur.  
UNPACKING  
1. Remove generator from carton.  
2. Remove any protective packaging ap-  
plied to generator for shipment.  
3. Check for loose or missing parts. Check  
for shipping damage. If any parts are  
missing or damaged, promptly inform  
dealer where you bought generator.  
Do not use generator in extremely dusty or  
dirtyconditions. Thiswillseverelyaffectits  
life. Keep generator clean. Do not allow  
dust, dirt, rain, or snow to collect on it.  
Protect generator from outdoor elements.  
4. Battery cables are supplied for models  
RGH5500AIE, RGH7500AIE, and  
RGH11000AIE only. These cables are  
in a separate bag inside generator car-  
ton. You must install these cables to en-  
gine. See Battery, page 8 for installa-  
tion instructions.  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
RGH5500A  
RGH3000PR RGH5500AIE RGH7500AIE RGH11000AIE  
MODEL  
RGH3000  
Electrical  
Rated Wattage  
2500  
2500  
5000  
7000  
10,000  
Rated Amperage  
120 V  
20.8  
––  
20.8  
––  
41.7  
20.8  
57  
28.3  
83.3  
41.7  
240 V  
Receptacle  
120-V Duplex  
––  
––  
––  
––  
Yes  
––  
Yes  
––  
Yes  
––  
120-V, 20-A Duplex  
120-V, 15-A GFCI  
120-V Twist-Lock  
120/240-V Twist-Lock  
120-V Full-Power Switch  
120/240-V, 50-A  
Yes  
No  
No  
No  
No  
Yes  
No  
No  
No  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
30 Amp  
20 Amp  
Yes  
30 Amp  
30 Amp  
No  
30 Amp  
30 Amp  
No  
No  
No  
Yes  
General  
Honda Engine H.P.  
Honda Model  
Fuel Type  
5.5  
GX160K1VX  
Gasoline  
3.9 qt.  
5.0  
GC160VXA  
Gasoline  
3.9 qt.  
Yes  
9
GX270VA  
Gasoline  
8 gal.  
13  
GX390K1VXE  
Gasoline  
8 gal.  
20  
GX620VXA3  
Gasoline  
13 gal.  
Yes  
Fuel Tank Capacity  
Oil Alert System  
Start Method  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Recoil  
Recoil  
84  
Recoil/Elec.  
206  
Electric  
247  
Electric  
347  
Weight (pounds)  
85.5  
* Single-phase, 1.0 power factor  
Note: Ratings apply to SAE standard conditions. Reduce  
ratings31/2%foreach1000feetabovesealeveland1%for  
each 10° Fahrenheit rise above 60°F.  
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FULL POWER SELECTOR  
SWITCH  
AllmodelsexceptRGH3000,RGH3000PR,  
RGH7500AIE, and RGH11000AIE have a  
full power selector switch on the control  
panel. The switch has two positions: 120  
VOLT ONLY, and 120/240 VOLT.  
ELECTRIC START  
(Models RGH5500AIE,  
RGH7500AIE, and RGH11000AIE)  
GENERATOR  
FEATURES  
Models RGH5500AIE, RGH7500AIE, and  
RGH11000AIEhaveelectricstarters.Abat-  
tery is not supplied with generator. You  
must provide a 12-volt, 32-amp-hour bat-  
tery. For more battery information, see Bat-  
tery, page 8.  
OIL ALERT SYSTEM  
Theoilalertsystemprotectstheenginefrom  
low oil damage. This system automatically  
shuts down the engine and prevents engine  
restarting if the oil level falls too low.  
120 VOLT ONLY: This position sends full  
power to the 120V receptacles only. 240V  
power is not available. Use this position  
when powering 120V items only.  
Note:Whenthishappens, theengineswitch  
remains in the ON position. The oil alert  
system is wired into the ON/OFF Switch.  
GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT  
INTERRUPTER RECEPTACLE  
120/240VOLT:Thispositionsendsfullpower  
to the 120/240V receptacle. It also powers the  
120Vreceptaclesatreducedwattagecapacity.  
If this system shuts down the engine, the  
engine will not start until you add oil. Add  
oil to engine (see Engine Oil, page 7).  
All models have a 120-volt ground fault  
circuit interrupter (GFCI) receptacle. The  
GFCIreceptacleisonthecontrolpanelortop  
cover of alternator (models RGH3000 and  
RGH3000PR only). The GFCI protects you  
against hazardous electrical shock caused  
when your body becomes a path through  
which electricity travels to reach ground.  
This could happen when you touch an appli-  
ance or cord that is ‘live’ through faulty  
mechanism, damp or worn insulation, etc.  
IMPORTANT: Do not move the full power  
selector switch while powering electrical  
items.Unplugallitemsbeforemovingswitch.  
Failure to do so can damage switch. Models  
RGH3000,RGH3000PR,RGH7500AIE,and  
RGH11000AIEdonothavethisswitch.These  
models provide full power to all receptacles.  
Note: Operate generator on a level surface.  
If not level, the oil may flow away from the  
oil level sensing device. This will cause the  
oil alert system to shut down engine.  
See engine owner’s manual for more  
information.  
When protected by the GFCI, you may still  
feel a shock, but the GFCI should cut it off  
quickly. A person in normal health should  
notreceiveseriousinjury. Note:Infantsand  
very small children may still be affected.  
Model  
RGH3000PR  
120 VOLT ONLY  
Position  
120/240 VOLT  
Position  
Test Procedure  
Check the GFCI receptacle every month.  
This insures it is working right.  
Figure 3 - Full Power Selector Switch  
1. Push black TEST button. Red RESET  
button should pop out. This should trip  
GFCI, resulting in no electrical power  
at receptacle. Verify this by plugging  
test lamp with good bulb into recep-  
tacle. If lamp does not work, GFCI re-  
ceptacle is good.  
AUTO-IDLE SYSTEM  
The Auto-Idle System allows the engine to  
idle down or run at a slower speed when the  
generator is not being used to supply power.  
The Auto-idle system can be turned ON or  
OFF by a rocker switch on the control panel.  
When the switch is in the OFF position, the  
engine runs at full speed all of the time. When  
the switch is in the ON position, the engine  
slows down to idle speed until an electrical  
load is applied. When a load is applied to the  
generator (an electrical item is plugged in and  
turned on) the engine speeds up to the preset  
speed required to produce the correct voltage.  
ENGINE SW  
ON  
OFF  
Models RGH3000  
and RGH5500A  
WARNING: If RESET button  
does not pop out, do not use the  
GFCI receptacle. Contact a quali-  
fied electrician for repairs.  
HONDA  
Models  
RGH5500AIE,  
ON  
OFF  
START  
RGH7500AIE, and  
RGH11000AIE  
IMPORTANT: A minimum current load of  
1 Amp is required to disengage the auto idle  
solenoid and cause the engine to come up to  
speed for correct voltage. Powering items at  
reduced engine speed will damage genera-  
tor and powered items.  
ENGINE SW  
CIRCUIT  
BREAKER  
ON/push OFF  
Figure 2 - Engine Switch Location  
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RECEPTACLE CIRCUIT  
BREAKER  
GENERATOR  
FEATURES  
The circuit breakers protect the receptacles  
and alternator. Overloading generator will  
trip circuit breaker. A short circuit in item  
being powered will also trip breaker. If this  
occurs, unplug electrical load from recep-  
tacle. Let circuit breaker cool down. Push  
circuit breaker button to reset.  
Oil Level  
At Top Of  
Filler Neck  
Continued  
2. If the GFCI receptacle tests okay, re-  
store power by pushing the RESET  
button back in. The test lamp should  
work at this time. IMPORTANT: You  
must press the RESET button firmly  
and fully. It should lock into place. If  
the GFCI does not lock into place, do  
not use receptacle. Contact a qualified  
electrician for repairs.  
Dipstick  
Electricmotorsneedhigherstartingcurrent.  
They require up to three-times their rated  
wattage to start. The starting current needed  
may be too high. This can cause nuisance  
circuit breaker tripping. To help prevent  
this, start electric motors first. Connect ad-  
ditional items to generator after starting  
motors. If this continues to happen, reduce  
the total generator load.  
Oil  
Figure 7 - Checking Oil Level (Model  
RGH5500A Shown)  
FUEL  
WARNING:Gasolinepresents  
a hazard of fire or explosion.  
Gasoline is flammable. Its vapor  
is explosive.  
• Keep fuel out of children’s  
reach.  
RESET  
TEST  
Normal  
20  
Tripped  
20  
Figure 6 - Receptacle Circuit Breaker  
Button  
Refuel generator in a well-  
ventedarea.Donotfillfueltank  
in the dark. Do not refuel while  
engine is running. Unhook all  
electrical loads and shut off  
engine before refueling.  
Figure 4 - GFCI Receptacle  
Note: High ambient temperature will cause  
nuisance tripping.  
ENGINE CIRCUIT BREAKER  
(Models RGH5500AIE,  
RGH7500AIE, AND RGH11000AIE)  
ENGINE OIL  
We ship the generator without oil in the  
engine crankcase. You must add oil before  
starting engine. See engine owner’s manual  
for specific oil type.  
• Do not overfill fuel tank. Al-  
ways allow room for fuel to  
expand.Ifyouoverfilltank,fuel  
can overflow onto hot engine.  
This can cause fire or explo-  
sion. After refueling, tightly  
close fuel tank cap.  
• Do not spill fuel. Fuel or fuel  
vapor may ignite. If fuel spills,  
make sure area is dry before  
starting engine.  
This circuit breaker, or fuse, protects the  
battery charging circuit. A short circuit will  
trip the circuit breaker. The circuit breaker  
will also trip if you install battery wrong.  
Push circuit breaker button to reset. On  
Model RGH11000AIE, the fuse is located  
inside of the Keyswitch box.  
CHECKING OIL LEVEL AND  
ADDING OIL  
Follow steps below to check oil level. Make  
sure engine is level and stopped.  
ON  
OFF  
START  
1. Remove dipstick (see Figure 7). Wipe  
dipstick clean.  
• Never smoke in refueling area.  
Never allow open flames or  
sparks in area.  
• Store fuel in approved con-  
tainer. Store fuel in a well-  
ventedareafreeofopenflames  
or sparks.  
ENGINE SW  
2. Insert dipstick into oil filler neck. Do  
not screw it in. Oil level should be at  
top of filler neck. Oil should cover most  
of dipstick. For Model RGH11000AIE  
only, the oil should be between the two  
dots on dipstick.  
Engine Circuit  
Breaker Button  
CIRCUIT  
BREAKER  
ON/push OFF  
Use clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline. Use  
gasoline with octane rating of 86 or higher.  
Service station gasoline pumps should dis-  
play the octane rating. Using gasoline with  
lower octane level could damage engine.  
Avoid getting dirt, dust, or water in fuel  
tank. Do not mix oil with gasoline.  
Figure 5 - Engine Circuit Breaker  
3. If level is low, fill to top of oil filler  
neck (see Figure 7). For Model  
RGH11000AIE only, fill to top dot on  
dipstick. Only use oil recommended in  
engine owner’s manual.  
Note: If oil level is too low, oil alert system  
will shutdown engine and prevent engine  
from restarting.  
See engine owner’s manual for more  
information.  
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Always shut down engine before removing  
or attaching battery cables. Always remove  
the negative (–) cable first. Always attach  
negative (–) cable last.  
HANDLES AND  
BATTERY  
(Models RGH5500AIE,  
TOP COVER  
RGH7500AIE, and RGH11000AIE)  
(Model RGH11000AIE)  
INSTALLING BATTERY  
CABLES TO ENGINE  
1. Attach the red, positive (+) battery  
cable to the starter solenoid on engine  
(see Figure 10). The starter solenoid is  
located directly above the starter on  
Model RGH11000AIE. This cable is  
factory installed.  
Follow the steps below to attach the handles  
and top cover to Model RGH11000AIE:  
WARNING: Battery gives off  
explosive gases. Keep sparks,  
flames, and cigarettes away. Do  
not remove or install battery  
cables when engine is cranking  
or running. Only service or use  
battery in a well-vented area.  
1. Remove the two bolts, lock nuts, and  
washers holding side panels to control  
panel end of roll cage. Insert bolts with  
washers through two holes in the  
handle and then back through roll cage  
and side screen panels (See Figure 8).  
Tighten the lock nuts against the side  
screen panels.  
WARNING: Battery contains  
sulfuric acid. Contact with skin or  
eyes may cause severe burns. Do  
not tilt generator with battery in-  
stalled.Tiltingcouldcausebattery  
acidtospill.Wearprotectivecloth-  
ing and face shield when servic-  
ing. Keep out of children’s reach.  
• If battery acid gets on your  
skin, wash with water.  
CAUTION:Donotovertighten  
positive terminal on starter sole-  
noid. Positive terminal could ro-  
tate and cut into negative termi-  
nal, causing a short.  
2. Place top cover on top of generator roll  
cage with notch on control panel side.  
Use four #8 sems screws provided to  
attach cover to roll cage (See Figure 9).  
Roll Cage  
2. Attach the black, negative (–) battery cable  
to the engine block. Use the bolt, nut, and  
two washers provided with the battery  
cables. Use long mounting hole on oppo-  
site side of engine from starter solenoid.  
Attach cable as shown in Figure 11.  
• Ifbatteryacidgetsinyoureyes,  
flushwithwateratleast15min-  
utes. Call a doctor at once.  
Battery acid is poisonous.  
FUEL  
F
• Ifswallowed,drinklargeamounts  
ofwaterormilk. Followwithmilk  
ofmagnesiaorvegetableoil.Call  
a doctor at once.  
Washers  
Bolts  
Starter  
Solenoid  
Lock Nuts  
Handle  
Figure8–AttachingHandlestoRollCage  
CAUTION: If you remove bat-  
tery, insulate the red, positive (+)  
batterycableterminal.Insulatewith  
electrical tape. Exposed terminal  
may spark when generator runs.  
Red, Positive (+)  
Battery Cable  
SEMS Screws  
Top Cover  
Figure 10 - Connecting Red, Positive (+)  
Battery Cable to Engine Starter Solenoid  
(Model RGH7500AIE Shown)  
IMPORTANT: Make sure battery connec-  
tions are the correct polarity. Electric start  
generatorsusenegativeground, 12-voltDC  
starting system.  
Models RGH5500AIE, RGH7500AIE, and  
RGH11000AIE have an electric starter. A  
battery is not supplied with generator. You  
must provide a 12-volt, 32-amp-hour bat-  
tery.Thepositiveandnegativebatterycables  
are supplied with generator. You must in-  
stall these cables before mounting battery.  
FUEL  
F
SEMS  
Screws  
Black,  
Negative (–)  
Battery Cable  
Figure 9 – Attaching Top Cover to Roll  
Cage  
Figure 11 - Connecting Black, Negative (-)  
Battery Cable to Engine Block (Model  
RGH7500AIE Shown)  
Always wear safety glasses when working  
with battery. Make sure battery terminals are  
clean. Makesurecableconnectionsaretight.  
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BATTERY  
GENERATOR  
Continued  
GROUNDING  
FULL POWER  
TO ENGINE  
120  
ONLY  
BLOCK  
120  
240V  
ENM  
MOUNTING BATTERY TO  
GENERATOR  
1. Secure battery to generator by battery  
hold-down system. This system con-  
sists of the battery mounting bracket,  
hook bolts, and nut (see Figure 12).  
00000005  
HOURS  
1/10  
WARNING: You must prop-  
erly earth-ground generator be-  
fore starting. This will help guard  
against deadly electric shock.  
Only use grounded plugs with  
generator. Onlyusegroundedex-  
tensioncords.Onlyusethree-wire  
TO STARTER  
SOLENOID  
Note: Model RGH11000AIE battery is  
located on opposite side as shown (see  
Figure 13).  
or double-insulated power tools.  
Figure 14 - Connecting Positive and  
Negative Cables to Battery  
(Model RGH7500AIE Shown)  
2. Locate the red, positive (+) battery  
cable from starter solenoid. Connect it  
to the positive (+) battery terminal (see  
Figures 14 and 15).  
Grounding generator helps prevent electric  
shock from a ground fault condition. Locate  
ground lug on end of generator housing (see  
Figure 16). Attach a #10 stranded-copper  
ground wire to ground lug. Drive grounding  
point into ground. Grounding point can be a  
stake, grounding rod, or pipe. Grounding  
point should be copper or brass. Attach  
ground wire to grounding point. You must  
supplythegroundwireandgroundingpoint.  
These do not come with generator. Follow  
the National Electrical Code and all state  
and local codes. Consult your power com-  
pany or a licensed electrician.  
TO STARTER  
SOLENOID  
TO ENGINE  
3. Locate the black, negative (–) battery  
cable attached to engine block. Connect  
it to the negative (–) battery terminal  
(see Figures 14 and 15).  
FUEL  
BLOCK  
F
4. Check battery before starting engine.  
Make sure fluid levels are full. Make  
sure battery is charged.  
See engine owner’s manual for more  
information.  
Figure 15 - Connecting Positive and  
Negative Cables to Battery  
(Model RGH11000AIE Shown)  
Battery Mounting Bracket  
WARNING: For a grounding  
point, do not use metal pipe be-  
ing used to carry combustible  
materials or gases.  
Nut  
EXTENSION  
CORDS  
FULL POWER  
120  
ONLY  
120  
240V  
ENM  
00000005  
H
O
U
R
S
1/10  
Battery  
Only use grounded extension cords. Be sure  
touseextensioncordwithproperwiregauge  
size. See chart below.  
Ground Lug  
Hook Bolt  
Recommended Minimum Wire  
Gauges (AWG) for Extension  
Cords  
Figure 12 - Battery Hold-Down System  
(Model RGH7500AIE Shown)  
Copper or Brass  
Grounding Point  
Ampere  
Load  
AWG for Length of  
Cord in Feet  
Nut  
Battery  
Mounting  
Bracket  
50'  
100'  
150'  
Battery  
2
3
4
5
6
18  
18  
16  
16  
16  
16  
16  
14  
14  
12  
10  
18  
18  
16  
16  
16  
14  
14  
14  
12  
12  
10  
18  
18  
16  
16  
14  
12  
12  
12  
10  
10  
8
FUEL  
F
Ground Wire  
Alternator  
Figure 16 - Grounding Generator  
(Model RGH5500A Shown)  
8
Hook  
Bolt  
10  
12  
14  
16  
20  
Figure 13 - Battery Hold-Down System  
(Model RGH11000AIE Shown)  
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ent size motors. For example: an elec-  
1. Make two lists of items you want pow-  
ered by generator. List all motors and  
motor powered appliances in one. List  
all lights, small appliances, etc. in the  
other. For standby service to home or  
building, only include items you must  
power.  
STANDBY  
tric motor nameplate states 5 amps at  
120 volts. 5 amps x 120 volts = 600  
watts running. Multiply this figure by  
3. This will show the starting watts  
needed. 600 watts x 3 = 1800 watts to  
start. When figuring the generator load  
for motors, you must use the starting  
watts figure. Do not use the running  
watts figure. Note: Some motors re-  
quire nearly the same wattage to run as  
to start. These items include saws,  
drills, hair dryers, and food mixers. See  
Chart 1 for typical appliance wattage  
examples.  
INSTALLATION TO  
HOME OR  
BUILDING  
2. Enter running watts of each item ex-  
cept motors. The light bulb or appli-  
ance nameplate lists its wattage. Re-  
member, 1KW = 1000 watts. Note:The  
nameplate may not list wattage. It may  
only list volts and amps. The formula  
for finding wattage is: Volts x Amps =  
Watts. For example: An appliance  
nameplate states 3 amps at 120 volts. 3  
amps x 120 volts = 360 watts.  
WARNING: Have standby in-  
stallation performed by a skilled,  
licensed electrician. Do not let  
anyone else wire into a utility  
circuit. Personal injury, equip-  
mentdamage,ordamagetohome  
could occur.  
IMPORTANT: This generator will not  
power your entire home. Most home utility  
electric service is more than 60 amps. This  
will exceed generator output. Only power  
needed items during a power outage. Make  
sure total wattage of electrical load does not  
exceed rated wattage of generator.  
4. Add watts and starting watts of all  
items. This total must not be larger than  
the rated wattage of your generator. It  
is a good idea to have up to 25% extra  
capacity for future needs or extra  
equipment.  
3. Electric motors present a special prob-  
lem. They require up to three-times  
their rated wattage to start. Chart 2,  
below, shows starting watts for differ-  
You may need to use this generator as a  
standby power source. During a power out-  
age, the generator will power selected items  
in a building. Have generator and additional  
wiring installed by a skilled, licensed elec-  
trician. This is not a do-it-yourself job. Fol-  
low all local codes.  
Chart 1 - Typical Electric Appliance Wattages  
Running Starting  
Running Starting  
Equipment  
Watts  
Watts Equipment  
Watts  
Watts  
Light bulb (100W)  
Radio  
Fan  
100  
150  
200  
400  
100  
150  
600  
400  
1/2" Drill  
Toaster  
Coffee maker  
Skillet  
1000  
1200  
1200  
1200  
1200  
1250  
1200  
1200  
1200  
1500  
Television  
WARNING: The electrician  
mustinstalladouble-throwtrans-  
fer switch. This isolates existing  
electrical circuits from the utility  
power line. If not isolated, gen-  
erator output will back-feed into  
utility power line. This may elec-  
trocute a power company line  
repair person.  
Furnace fan (1/3 hp)  
with blower  
14" Chain saw  
Water well pump  
(1/2 hp)  
Hot plate/range  
(per burner)  
10" Table saw  
Water heater  
(storage-type)  
600  
600  
700  
800  
800  
1000  
1800  
750  
2100  
2400  
1000  
1000  
Vacuum cleaner  
Sump pump (1/3 hp)  
Refrigerator/freezer  
6" Circular saw  
Floodlight  
1000  
3000  
1500  
2000  
1500  
6000  
5000  
5000  
Chart 2  
Approximate Starting Watts*  
Repulsion  
DETERMINING  
Motor  
HP  
Rating  
Approximate  
Running  
Watts  
Universal  
Motors  
Split  
Phase  
Motors  
ELECTRICAL LOAD  
FOR GENERATOR  
Induction  
Motors  
Capacitor  
Motors  
(small appliance)  
1/8  
1/4  
1/3  
1/2  
3/4  
1
1 1/2  
2
3
275  
400  
450  
600  
850  
1000  
1600  
2000  
3000  
400  
500  
600  
750  
1000  
1250  
1750  
2350  
x
600  
850  
975  
1300  
1900  
2300  
3200  
3900  
5200  
850  
1200  
1700  
1950  
2600  
x
x
x
x
x
You must decide what electrical load your  
generator can power. Do this before using  
generator. Use the following four-step  
method. It will help you select a load that is  
not too large. Make sure total wattage of all  
electrical loads does not exceed rated watt-  
age of generator. For rated wattage of your  
generator, see Specifications, page 5. Elec-  
tric motors present a special problem when  
figuring load. Read Step 3 carefully.  
1050  
1350  
1800  
2600  
3000  
4200  
5100  
6800  
* – Always use starting watts, not running watts, when figuring correct electrical load.  
x – Motors of higher horsepower are not generally used.  
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ModelRGH11000AIEalsohasa120/240V,  
50-amp receptacle (see Figure 17).  
POWER CORD AND PLUG  
REQUIREMENTS  
OPERATION  
GENERAL INFORMATION  
Models RGH3000 and RGH3000PR have  
only the 120V, 15-amp GFCI duplex  
receptacle.  
120V, 30-amp twist-lock receptacle  
• NEMA L5-30P plug  
This generator is not large enough to power  
your entire home. Do not connect generator  
toanyexistingelectricalcircuits.Plugitems  
directly into generator receptacles. Do not  
exceedamperageratingofreceptacles.Only  
use grounded cords.  
• Three-wire, 30-amp cord  
120V, 15-Amp GFCI Duplex  
120V, 15-Amp Duplex  
120/240V, 20 or 30-amp twist-lock  
receptacle  
• NEMA L14-20P (20-amp) or L14-30P  
(30-amp) plug  
120/240V, 20 or 30-  
Amp Twist-Lock  
DANGER: Use only in well-  
ventedareas.Makesureareahas  
plenty of free-moving, fresh, out-  
side air. Never run generator in  
an enclosed or confined area.  
Never run generator inside occu-  
pied building. Engine exhaust  
containspoisonouscarbonmon-  
oxide gas. Overexposure will  
causelossofconsciousnessand  
will lead to death.  
• Four-wire, 20-amp or 30-amp cord  
120 VOLTS  
120/240V, 50-amp receptacle  
• NEMA L14-50P  
RESET  
TEST  
• Four-wire, 50-amp cord  
120  
ONLY  
120  
240V  
ENM  
00000005  
1/10  
HOURS  
RESET  
RESET  
120V, 30-Amp  
Twist-Lock  
DANGER:Neverconnectgen-  
erator to any existing electrical  
circuits.Thegeneratoroutputwill  
back-feed into the utility power  
line.Thismayelectrocuteapower  
companylinerepairperson.Also,  
if generator is powering electri-  
calcircuits,thechanceofanelec-  
trical fire exists.  
RESET  
RESET  
240 VOLTS  
RESET  
RESET  
Note:Wesupplytheengineowner’smanual  
with generator. Refer to that manual for  
questions concerning engine operation.  
120/240V, 50-Amp  
(Model RGH11000AIE only)  
USING RECEPTACLE  
Figure 17 - Receptacle Locations  
Note: Do not exceed amperage rating of  
receptacles. Exceeding rating will trip re-  
ceptacle circuit breaker.  
Figure 18 - Cord and Plug Configurations  
Usereceptaclesproperly.Improperusecould  
damagegenerator.Useonlygroundedexten-  
sion cords. Power only grounded or double-  
insulateditems. Donotoverloadreceptacles.  
All generators (except models RGH3000  
andRGH3000PR)havethefollowingrecep-  
tacles (see Figure 17):  
• 120V, 15-amp GFCI duplex receptacle  
• 120V, 30-amp twist-lock receptacle  
• 120/240V, 20 or 30-amp twist-lock  
receptacle  
• 120V, 15-amp duplex receptacle  
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4. Start the engine.  
Choke Rod  
Pulled Out  
(Closed  
OPERATION  
A. Recoil Starter  
Continued  
Move engine lever or turn engine  
Position)  
PRESTART  
switch to the ON position (see Figures  
22 and 23). Remove slack from starter  
rope by lightly pulling starter grip.  
Next, pull starter rope briskly.  
Operate generator on a firm, dry, and clean  
surface. The surface must be level. Protect  
generator from heavy dust, sand, dirt, rain, or  
snow. Do not locate generator near standing  
waterandsnow. Makesureareaiswell vented.  
IMPORTANT: Do not let starter grip  
snap back against engine. Return it gen-  
tly. This will prevent damage to starter.  
WARNING: Only responsible  
adults should use generator.  
Neverletanyoneoperategenera-  
tor without proper instructions.  
Note: If engine does not start, check  
the oil in the crankcase.Add oil as nec-  
essary. Be sure engine is on a level sur-  
face. See Oil Alert System, page 6.  
Figure 20 - Choke Rod Closed (Model  
RGH3000PR Only)  
B. Electric Starter (Models  
RGH5500AIE, RGH7500AIE, and  
RGH11000AIE Only)  
Choke Button  
Pulled Out  
(Closed Position)  
Note: If oil level is too low, oil alert system  
will keep engine from starting (see Oil Alert  
System, page 6). Make sure oil level is full  
before starting. See Engine Oil, page 7.  
Turn the engine switch to the START po-  
sition (see Figure 24, page 13). Hold it  
there until engine starts. When engine  
starts, let switch return to the ON position.  
Before starting the engine, disconnect all  
electric loads from generator.  
IMPORTANT: Do not use electric  
starter more than five seconds. Starter  
motor damage may occur. If engine  
fails to start, release the switch and wait  
ten seconds.After ten seconds, try start-  
ing again.  
STARTING  
Figure 21 - Choke Button Closed (Model  
RGH11000AIE Only)  
IMPORTANT: The engine speed is preset.  
The throttle is locked in preset position. Do  
not adjust throttle. Preset position lets en-  
gine run at 3600 RPM under load. The  
engine must maintain 3600 RPM for gen-  
erator to create correct voltage. Running  
engine at lower speeds will damage genera-  
tor and powered items.  
Note: If engine does not start, check  
the oil in the crankcase.Add oil as nec-  
essary. Be sure engine is on a level sur-  
face. See Oil Alert System, page 6.  
IMPORTANT: Never start generator with  
electrical loads connected. Start engine be-  
fore adding electrical loads.  
5. As engine warms up, slowly move  
choke lever fully to the right (see Fig-  
ure 25, page 13). This opens the choke.  
On Model RGH11000AIE, the choke  
will automatically open.  
1. Make sure gasoline tank is full. See  
Fuel, page 7 for fuel information.  
Figure 22 - Engine Lever In ON Position  
(Model RGH3000PR Only)  
2. Move fuel valve lever to the ON posi-  
tion except on Model RGH3000PR (see  
Figure 19).  
Choke Lever (Closed Position)  
ENGINE SW  
ON  
3. Move choke lever fully to the left for  
all models except RGH3000PR or  
RGH11000AIE (see Figure 19). Pull  
choke rod out for Model RGH3000PR  
(see Figure 20) or choke button out for  
Model RGH11000AIE (see Figure 21).  
This closes the choke.  
OFF  
Figure 23 - Engine Switch In ON Position  
(All Models Except RGH3000PR,  
RGH5500AIE, RGH7500AIE, and  
RGH11000AIE  
Note: You may not need to close  
choke if engine is warm or air tem-  
perature is high.  
Fuel Valve Lever (ON Position)  
Figure 19 - Fuel Valve Lever On, Choke  
Lever Closed (Model RGH5500A Shown)  
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Note: The 250 Volt/50Amp receptacle 9. If the engine speed is too slow, the en-  
OPERATION  
is not connected through the Auto-Idle  
circuit. The Auto-Idle switch must be  
turned off to get full power out of this  
receptacle (see Figure 26).  
gine will want to "hunt" or speed up  
and slow down repeatedly. When this  
occurs, increase engine speed by adjust-  
ing throttle stop screw on carburetor  
(refer to Carburetor Adjustment in  
Honda Engine Manual).  
Continued  
HONDA  
6. TheAuto-Idle system should be turned  
OFF when generator is shut down.  
ON  
OFF  
START  
10. Replace the engine linkage cover  
Engine  
Switch  
ENGINE SW  
Adjusting the Idle Speed  
CIRCUIT  
BREAKER  
(Models  
RGH5500AIE  
and  
RGH7500AIE).  
IMPORTANT: Adjust the idle speed only:  
ON/push OFF  
• If the idle speed becomes too high.  
Solenoid Mounting  
Bracket  
Figure 24 - Engine Switch (Models  
RGH5500AIE, RGH7500AIE, and  
RGH11000AIE Only)  
• If the engine idle speed will not regulate (en-  
gine idles and speeds up again and again).  
M8 Nut  
1. Turn Auto-Idle switch OFF. Start en-  
gine.Allow engine to warm up with no  
load for five minutes.  
Choke Lever (Open Position)  
ENGINE  
OFF  
WARNING:Alwayssettheidle  
speedbeforeturningontheAuto-  
Idle. If idle speed is not set, the  
largerresistoronthecontrolboard  
may become hot. Heat from the  
resistor may damage the protec-  
tive coating on the control board.  
Figure 25 - Choke Lever Opened (Model  
RGH7500AIE Shown)  
2. Remove engine linkage cover (Mod-  
els RGH5500AIE and RGH7500AIE).  
AUTO-IDLE OPERATION  
IMPORTANT:Neverstartenginewithelec-  
trical loads connected. Start engine before  
adding electrical loads.  
Figure 27 - Solenoid Bracket Location,  
Models RGH5500AIE and RGH7500AIE  
Only  
3. Push plunger into solenoid body to manu-  
ally engage solenoid and set idle speed.  
4. Loosen the M8 nut that holds the sole-  
noid mounting bracket to the generator  
1. If engine is cold, turn the Auto-Idle  
switch OFF (see Figure 26).  
Solenoid  
Mounting  
Bracket  
(Models  
RGH5500AIE  
and  
2. Start engine. Allow engine to warm up  
with no load for five minutes.  
RGH7500AIE, see Figure 27). Do not  
loosen bolt that holds the solenoid  
mounting bracket to the generator on  
Model RGH11000AIE (see Figure 28).  
3. TurnAuto-Idle switch ON. Engine will  
slow to idle speed. Engine idle speed  
is preset. Idle speed adjustment should  
not be necessary.  
5. Slowly pull solenoid bracket away from  
engine (on Model RGH11000AIE this  
will require bending the bracket slightly).  
Bolt  
4. Operate generator according to speci-  
fications outlined in owner's manual.  
6. With a volt meter, check the no-load  
output voltage at the 120-volt duplex  
receptacle. At proper idle speed (2680  
minimum RPM) the meter should read  
50-60 volts. Lower settings will cause  
the Auto-Idle to not operate properly.  
5. Engine will automatically increase to  
normal operating speed when you plug  
load into any generator outlet.  
Auto-Idle Switch  
120 VOLTS  
7. After reaching proper idle speed,  
tighten M8 nut to secure solenoid  
RESET  
TEST  
Figure 28 - Solenoid Bracket Location,  
Model RGH11000AIE Only  
Auto-Idle  
ON  
mounting  
bracket  
(Models  
OFF  
ENM  
00000005  
HOURS  
1/10  
RESET  
RESET  
RGH5500AIE and RGH7500AIE, see  
Figure 27).  
240 VOLTS  
RESET  
RESET  
8. Turn Auto-Idle switch ON. Make sure  
solenoid is engaged. When engaged, the  
plunger is pulled back into the solenoid.  
Figure 26 - Control Panel  
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Fuel Valve Lever  
(Off Position)  
STOPPING ENGINE  
OPERATION  
Continued  
IMPORTANT: The engine speed is preset.  
The throttle is locked in preset position. Do  
not adjust throttle.  
HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION  
This generator will not perform well at high  
altitudes without proper adjustment. See  
engine owner’s manual for details.  
Follow the steps below to stop engine.  
1. Remove all electrical loads from gen-  
erator (see Disconnecting Electrical  
Loads). Remove electrical loads one at  
a time.  
ADDING ELECTRICAL  
LOADS  
2. Let engine run for two or three min-  
utes after removing electrical loads.  
This lets engine cool slightly.  
IMPORTANT: Do not overload generator.  
Makesuretotalwattageofallelectricalloads  
does not exceed rated wattage of generator.  
Overloading may shorten generator life. It  
could also cause internal damage to genera-  
tor. Overloading will trip circuit breaker.  
3. Turn engine switch to the OFF posi-  
tion (see Figure 29).  
Figure 30 - Fuel Valve Lever Off (Model  
RGH7500AIE Shown)  
4. Turn fuel valve lever off except on  
Model RGH3000PR. Do this by mov-  
ing valve lever fully to the left (see Fig-  
ure 30).  
IMPORTANT: (All models except  
RGH3000, RGH3000PR, RGH7500AIE,  
andRGH11000AIE)Keepfullpowerselec-  
tor switch in the 120 VOLT ONLY position  
if only powering 120V items. Only move  
switch to 120/240 VOLT position if power-  
ing 240V items.  
1. Check items to be powered. Their  
nameplate lists their wattage ratings.  
Model  
RGH3000PR  
Note: The wattage ratings for some elec-  
trical motors are misleading. They may  
require up to three-times their rated watt-  
age to start. You must figure total electri-  
cal load wattage. Make sure total wattage  
of all electrical loads does not exceed rated  
wattage of generator. See Determining  
Electrical Load For Generator, page 10.  
ENGINE SW  
ON  
Models RGH3000  
and RGH5500A  
2. Start engine. Let engine reach full  
speed.  
OFF  
3. Connect electrical loads one at a time.  
If the load consists of electric motors,  
start them first. Always start the larg-  
est first. Start each motor individually.  
HONDA  
DISCONNECTING ELECTRIC  
LOADS  
Models RGH5500AIE,  
RGH7500AIE, and  
RGH11000AIE  
ON  
Remove electrical loads one at a time. Re-  
move voltage sensitive items first. Voltage  
sensitive items include TVs, VCRs, and  
other home electronic items.  
OFF  
START  
ENGINE SW  
CIRCUIT  
BREAKER  
ON/push OFF  
Figure29-EngineSwitchInOFFPosition  
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IMPORTANT: Keep generator level when  
servicing.Neverturngeneratorupsidedown  
or stand it on end to service.  
MAINTENANCE  
AND REPAIRS  
WARNING: The muffler be-  
comesveryhotduringoperation.  
The muffler remains hot for a  
while after shutdown. Let engine  
cool before storing.  
Note:Wesupplytheengineowner’smanual  
with generator. Refer to that manual for  
questions concerning engine maintenance  
and repairs.  
WARNING: Only a qualified  
electrical service person should  
service and repair the alternator  
on this generator. Use only fac-  
toryapprovedreplacementparts.  
IMPORTANT: Keep generator level while  
in storage. Never store generator upside  
down or standing on end.  
Non-enginepartsrequirelittlemaintenance.  
Keep generator clean. Use a damp cloth to  
clean outside surfaces. Never use water to  
clean generator. Water can cause damage to  
internal parts. Use vacuum to clean air inlet  
and outlet louvers of alternator.  
Note:Wesupplytheengineowner’smanual  
with generator. Refer to that manual for  
questions concerning engine storage.  
Use a fuel additive, such as STA-BIL® or an  
equivalent,whenstoringgeneratorwithfuel  
in fuel tank. This will minimize fuel gum  
deposits from forming in engine.  
CAUTION: The engine speed  
is preset. The throttle is locked in  
preset position. Do not adjust  
throttle. Preset position lets en-  
gine run at 3600 RPM under load.  
The engine must maintain 3600  
RPM for generator to create cor-  
rect voltage. Running engine at  
lower speeds will damage gen-  
erator and powered items.  
STORAGE  
WARNING: Remove all fuel  
fromfueltankbeforestoringgen-  
erator.Storefuelinapprovedcon-  
tainer. Store fuel in a well-vented  
areafreeofopenflamesorsparks.  
Cover and store generator in a clean, dry  
place. Do not expose generator to extreme  
high or low temperatures during storage.  
CAUTION: Shut off generator  
before performing maintenance.  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
Note: For additional help, visit DESA  
International’stechnicalservicewebsite  
WARNING: Only a qualified electrical service person should service  
and repair generator. Use only factory approved replacement parts.  
Note: See engine owner’s manual for engine troubleshooting.  
OBSERVED PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
REMEDY  
No voltage when starting generator with no  
electrical load  
1. Replace capacitor  
1. Defective capacitor  
2. Winding short circuit or loose 2. Check resistance of coils (see Electri-  
cal Component Specifications, page 16)  
3. Replace both diodes on rotor  
4. Apply 12-volt battery to capacitor ter-  
minals for 2-3 seconds  
connections  
3. Defective rotor diode  
4. Loss of residual magnetism  
Voltage is less than normal voltage with no  
electrical load  
1. Engine speed too low  
1. Set engine speed to 3720 RPM (62 Hz)  
with no load  
2. Replace both diodes on rotor  
3. Check resistance of coils (see Electri-  
cal Component Specifications, page 16)  
4. Replace capacitor  
2. Defective rotor diode  
3. Partial short circuit in winding  
4. Defective capacitor  
Voltmeterreadingmorethan10%highwith  
no electrical load  
1. Set engine speed to 3720 RPM (62 Hz)  
with no load  
1. Engine speed too high  
Voltmeter reading correct with no electrical  
load, but more than 10% low when electri-  
cal load is added  
1. Replace both diodes on rotor  
2. Do not overload generator  
3. Contact an authorized engine service  
center  
1. Defective rotor diode  
2. Electrical load too high  
3. Engine not running properly  
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ELECTRICAL  
COMPONENT  
SPECIFICATIONS  
Resistance in Ohms  
Stator  
Main  
Stator  
Auxiliary  
Rotor  
Primary Secondary  
Rotor  
Capacitor,  
MFD  
450 Volt  
Diodes (2)  
800 Volt  
Model  
Winding * Winding Winding † Winding †  
RGH3000, RGH3000PR  
RGH5500A  
RGH5500AIE  
RGH7500AIE  
RGH11000AIE  
1.6  
5.9  
6.9  
1.33  
2.29  
2.29  
2.9  
16  
50  
50  
70  
80  
6 Amp  
70 Amp  
70 Amp  
70 Amp  
70 Amp  
0.54  
0.54  
0.28  
0.40  
1.38  
1.38  
0.78  
0.90  
0.61  
0.61  
0.77  
0.37  
0.50  
*
Connect T2 (green) and T3 (black). Measure resistance between T1 (red) and T4 (yellow).  
Resistance between brown and white leads.  
Remove diodes to check resistance.  
WIRING DIAGRAMS  
Stator  
Receptacle  
120V/15A  
(MGH3000)  
Black  
L1  
HOT  
GFCI  
Black  
20A  
WHITE  
Receptacle  
120V/20A  
(HWI3000)  
Circuit  
Breaker  
T1  
L1  
T3  
T2  
T4  
L2  
L2  
L2  
110/120V  
Yellow  
L1  
Rotor  
Stator  
White  
Auxiliary  
Phase  
C
D
Brown  
Black  
Main  
Windings  
T4  
T3  
Red  
T2  
T1  
Yellow  
Green  
Figure 31 - Wiring Diagram, Models RGH3000 and RGH3000PR  
Red  
Black  
White  
Green/Yellow  
Green  
White  
Red  
120V, 15A  
Receptacle  
120/240V 20A  
Receptacle  
120V, 15A  
Receptacle  
120V, 30A  
Receptacle  
Circuit  
Breaker  
20A  
White  
Circuit  
Breaker  
25A  
Duplex  
GFCI  
T1  
T2  
Circuit  
Breaker  
20A  
Full Pwr  
Selector  
Switch  
Red  
Black  
Black  
Circuit  
Breaker  
25A  
White  
T3  
LINE  
T4  
Yellow  
Black  
Hour  
Meter  
Green  
Black  
White  
Green  
Red  
Red  
Black  
Black  
Green  
Red  
Main  
Windings  
Auxiliary  
Phase  
Capacitor  
White  
Stator  
White  
T1 T4 T3 T2  
T2  
T1  
T4  
Rotor  
Diode  
Diode  
Stator  
White  
T3  
T1  
L1  
T2  
T3  
T4  
L2  
Green  
220/240V  
Red  
Black  
Yellow  
110/120V  
110/120V  
Brown  
Figure 32 - Wiring Diagram, Models RGH5500A  
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White  
Red  
Black  
Green/Yellow  
Green  
White  
White  
Red  
120V, 15A  
Receptacle  
120/240V 20A  
Receptacle  
120V, 15A  
Receptacle  
120V, 30A  
Receptacle  
s1 s2  
Circuit  
Breaker  
20A  
White  
Circuit  
Breaker  
20A, 25A  
or 30A  
Duplex  
T1  
GFCI  
T2  
To Solenoid  
Circuit  
Breaker  
20A  
Full Pwr  
Selector  
Switch  
Red  
Black  
Black  
Circuit  
Breaker  
20A, 25A  
or 30A  
White  
T3  
LINE  
Black  
White  
T4  
Yellow  
Black  
Hour  
Meter  
Green  
Black  
White  
Green  
Red  
Red  
Black  
Green  
Black  
Red  
Main  
Windings  
Auxiliary  
Phase  
Capacitor  
White  
Stator  
White  
T2  
T1  
T4  
Rotor  
Stator  
White  
T3  
T1  
L1  
T2  
T3  
T4  
L2  
T1 T4 T3 T2  
Green  
220/240V  
Red  
Black  
Diode  
Diode  
Yellow  
110/120V  
110/120V  
Brown  
Figure 33 - Wiring Diagram, Model RGH5500AIE  
Green/Yellow  
Green  
White  
Black  
120/240V 30A  
Receptacle  
120V, 15A  
Receptacle  
120V, 15A  
Receptacle  
120V, 15A  
Receptacle  
Circuit  
Breaker  
20A  
Switch  
s1 s2  
White  
Circuit  
Duplex  
GFCI  
T1  
Red  
White  
Breaker  
30A  
To Solenoid  
White  
Black  
T2  
Circuit  
Breaker  
20A  
Circuit  
Breaker  
30A  
T3  
LINE  
Hour  
Meter  
T4  
White  
Yellow  
Green  
Black  
Black  
Red  
Black  
Black  
Red  
Main  
Windings  
Auxiliary  
Phase  
Capacitor  
White  
Stator  
T2 T3  
220/240V  
110/120V 110/120V  
White  
T1 T4 T3 T2  
Stator  
White  
T4  
Rotor  
T2  
T1  
T3  
T1  
L1  
T4  
Green  
Red  
Diode  
Diode  
L2  
Black  
Yellow  
Brown  
Figure 34 - Wiring Diagram, Model RGH7500AIE  
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White  
Green  
White  
Green  
Black  
GFCI 125V, 15A  
Receptacle  
Black  
125V, 30A  
Receptacle  
125V, 15A  
Receptacle  
250V 30A  
Receptacle  
Auto-Idle  
Control Board  
Red  
250V 50A  
Receptacle  
Circuit  
Breaker  
20A  
Circuit  
Breaker  
30A  
White White  
White  
Red  
Circuit  
Breaker  
45A  
White  
White  
Black  
To  
Auto-Idle  
Solenoid  
Black  
Black  
Run  
Circuit  
Breaker  
20A  
Light  
Circuit  
Breaker  
30A  
Yellow  
Circuit  
Breaker  
45A  
Hour Meter  
White  
Black  
Red  
Green  
Black  
Black  
Black  
Yellow  
Red  
Black  
White  
Black  
Black  
Red  
Main  
Windings  
Capacitor  
White  
Stator  
T2 T3  
220/240V  
T4  
Rotor  
Diode  
T2  
T1  
T3  
Stator  
T1 T4 T3 T2  
T1  
L1  
T4  
L2  
Diode  
110/120V  
110/120V  
Figure 35 - Wiring Diagram, Model RGH11000AIE  
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TECHNICAL  
SERVICE  
REPLACEMENT  
PARTS  
PARTS CENTRALS  
These Parts Centrals are privately owned  
businesses. Theyhaveagreedtosupportour  
You may have further questions about in- Note: Use only original replacement parts.  
customer’s needs by providing original re-  
placement parts and accessories.  
stallation, operation, or troubleshooting. If  
so, contact DESA International’s Technical  
Service Department at 1-800-323-5190.  
Thiswillprotectyourwarrantycoveragefor  
parts replaced under warranty.  
Baltimore Electric  
1348 Dixwell Avenue  
Hamden, CT 06514  
1-800-397-7553  
PARTS UNDER WARRANTY  
You can also visit DESA International’s  
technical service web site at  
Contactauthorizeddealersofthisproduct.If  
they cannot supply original replacement  
part(s), either contact your nearest Parts  
Central or call DESA International’s Tech-  
nicalServiceDepartmentat1-800-323-5190.  
203-248-7553  
Parts Company of America  
1657 Shermer Road  
Northbrook, IL 60062  
1-800-323-0620  
SERVICING THE  
ENGINE  
Honda parts and services should be handled  
by your nearest authorized engine service  
firm. Check the yellow pages of your tele-  
phone directory under the listing:  
When calling DESA International, have  
ready  
708-498-5900  
• your name  
Portable Heater Parts  
342 N. County Road 400 East  
Valparaiso, IN 46383  
1-800-362-6951  
219-462-7441  
• your address  
• model and serial number of your generator  
• how generator is malfunctioning  
• purchase date  
Engines Gasoline, Honda  
ACCESSORIES  
Heavy-Duty Wheel Kit – PA2020  
For Model RGH5500A  
Usually, we will ask you to return the defec-  
tive part to the factory.  
F B D  
1349 Adams Street  
Bowling Green, KY 42103  
270-846-1199  
PARTS NOT UNDER  
WARRANTY  
Wheelbarrow-style wheel kit. Makes gen-  
erator easy for one person to move.  
1-800-654-8534  
Fax: 1-800-846-0090  
Contact authorized dealers of this product.  
If they cannot supply original replacement  
part(s), either contact your nearest Parts  
Central or call DESA International’s Parts  
Department at 1-800-972-7879 for referral  
information.  
This kit includes:  
• Large 12-inch wheels for easy rolling  
Master Parts Dist.  
1251 Mound Ave. NW  
Grand Rapids, MI 49504-2672  
1-800-446-1446  
616-791-0505  
Fax: 616-791-8270  
• Powder coated tubing and plated hard-  
ware for long life  
• Long handles with thick grips for greater  
comfort and control  
When calling DESA International, have  
ready  
• model number of your generator  
• the replacement part number  
Completeinstallationinstructionsincluded.  
Automatic Idle Kit – PA2010  
For Model RGH5500A  
Laportes Parts & Service  
2444 N 5th Street  
Hartsville, SC 29550  
803-332-0191  
Automatically reduces engine speed when  
no power is being used. Reduces fuel con-  
sumption and engine noise. Increases en-  
gine life.  
MTA Distributors  
555 Hickory Hills Blvd.  
Nashville, TN 37189-9244  
1-800-264-0225  
Completeinstallationandoperationinstruc-  
tions included.  
615-299-8777  
Tuco Industrial Products  
5223 18th Street SW  
Lynwood, WA 98037-4506  
425-743-9533  
1-800-735-1268  
Fax: 425-742-0218  
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ILLUSTRATED  
PARTS LIST  
For Models RGH3000 and  
RGH3000PR Alternator  
Assembly  
2
4
22  
5
6
3
This list contains replaceable parts used in  
your generator. When ordering parts, fol-  
low the instructions listed under Replace-  
ment Parts on page 19 of this manual.  
14  
21  
20  
15  
19  
13  
17  
12  
16  
15  
13  
7
8
18  
9
7
10  
11  
7
KEY PART  
KEY PART  
NO.  
NUMBER  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
NO.  
NUMBER  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
099722-02  
100074-01  
100445-01  
Alternator Assembly*  
Top Cover  
120V, 15A Duplex (GFCI)  
Receptacle †  
Circuit Breaker, 20 Amp †  
Capacitor  
Screw, M4 x 20  
Terminal Block  
Screw, M5 x 13  
End Plate  
Ground Lug  
Flanged Nut, 8mm  
Bottom Cover  
Draw Bolt  
Screw, M6 x 16  
1
1
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
27001005S  
WLE-4  
**  
27001002  
27001009S  
**  
27001006  
26327006  
WLE-5  
Engine Flange  
Lock Washer, 1/4"  
Stator  
Bearing  
Diode  
Rotor  
Fan  
Bolt, 5/16-24 x 5/8"  
Lock Washer, 5/16"  
1
4
1
1
2
1
1
4
4
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
13  
1
1
1
1
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
22616009  
27002002S  
26333000  
099863-01  
099701-01  
099848-01  
17587000  
099891-01  
099861-01  
099842-01  
26310000  
PARTS AVAILABLE - NOT SHOWN  
099866-03  
099866-04  
099867-02  
Safety Information Decal  
Safety Information Decal  
Operation Decal  
1
1
1
1
4
† Includes fastening hardware.  
* Includes reference numbers 1 through 22.  
** Parts not available. Included in alternator assembly.  
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ILLUSTRATED  
PARTS LIST  
For Models RGH5500A,  
RGH5500AIE, and  
RGH7500AIE  
25  
24  
22  
9
Alternator Assembly  
15  
21  
This list contains replaceable parts  
used in your generator. When or-  
dering parts, follow the instruc-  
tions listed under Replacement  
Parts on page 19 of this manual.  
20  
19  
9
10  
8
14  
7
18  
6
5
13  
16  
12  
4
1
17  
2
11  
3
PART NUMBER FOR MODEL  
KEY RGH5500A  
NO. RGH5500AIE RGH7500AIE DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
099723-02  
099844-01  
099701-01  
099760-01  
099863-01  
099863-02  
17587000**  
M11084-26  
099847-02  
WLE-5  
099723-04  
099844-01  
099701-01  
099760-01  
——  
099863-02  
17587000**  
M11084-26  
099847-04  
WLE-5  
Alternator Assembly  
End Cover  
Screw, M5 x 13  
Bushing  
Terminal Block (4-block)  
Terminal Block (2-block)  
Ground Lug  
Screw, #10-16 x 3/8"  
Stator Bolt  
Lock Washer, 5/16"  
Bearing Housing  
Capacitor  
Terminal Post  
Stator  
1
1
6
1
1
1
1
1
4
4
1
1
4
1
1
4
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
4
4
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
099843-01  
27005003S  
——  
099843-01  
27007004S  
100054-01  
*
*
27003002  
27003002  
Fan Bracket  
27003015S** 27003015S** Screw, M8 x 20  
099891-01  
099892-01  
099842-02  
27003003  
27003012S  
*
27003008  
27003007S  
26322004**  
WLE-6**  
099891-01  
099892-01  
099842-04  
27003003  
27003012S  
*
27003008  
27003007S  
26322004**  
WLE-6**  
Rotor Nut, Flanged 8mm  
Foam Pad  
Draw Bolt  
Bearing  
Diode  
Rotor  
Fan  
Engine Flange  
Bolt, 3/8-16 x 5/8"  
Lock Washer, 3/8"  
* Part not available by itself. Must purchase Alternator Assembly.  
**Available at your local hardware store.  
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ILLUSTRATED  
PARTS LIST  
18  
20  
For Model RGH11000AIE  
13  
17  
8
Alternator Assembly  
21  
15  
This list contains replaceable parts used in  
26  
yourgenerator.Whenorderingparts,follow  
the instructions listed under Replacement  
Parts on page 19 of this manual.  
10  
12  
24  
14  
5
11  
23  
25  
1
2
6
4
16  
22  
9
7
3
KEY  
NO.  
PART  
NUMBER  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
Stator  
Rotor  
Draw Bolt  
Fan  
Balancing Disc  
Lifting Eyes  
D.E. Bracket  
N.D.E. Bracket  
Mounting Bolts  
Nuts  
*
*
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
4
4
1
6
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
4
1
2
1
1
103188-01  
103191-01  
103192-01  
103193-01  
103194-01  
103195-01  
099847-05  
099891-01  
103189-01  
099701-01  
103198-01  
103199-01  
103200-01  
27003012S  
103201-01  
099845-02  
103204-01  
099892-02  
103202-01  
103190-01  
**  
Top Box  
Screw and Washer  
Plastic Cap  
Bearing  
Borelly Washer  
Diode  
Terminal Block  
Capacitor  
Tie Wrap  
Foam Pad  
Capacitor Bracket  
Engine Flange  
Screw M8 x 20  
'O' Ring  
Washer  
Hex Head Nut  
Alternator Assembly  
103203-01  
WLE-5  
099891-01  
102938-01  
* Part not available by itself. Must purchase Alternator Assembly.  
** Standard hardware item available from local hardware store.  
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PARTS LIST  
1
For Models RGH3000 and  
RGH3000PR Roll Cage  
This list contains replaceable parts used in  
yourgenerator.Whenorderingparts,follow  
the instructions listed under Replacement  
Parts on page 19 of this manual.  
3
4
3
4
2
3
4
7
3
3
4
5
6
6
8
5
5
9
4
3
4
7
3
4
3
3
KEY  
NO.  
PART  
NUMBER  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
105155-01  
099754-01  
NEC-5C  
Roll Cage  
1
1
9
7
3
2
1
1
1
Engine Spreader  
Lock Nut, 5/16-18  
WP-5C  
Flat Washer, 5/16"  
Shock Mount  
Screw, 5/16-18 x 11/2  
099853-02  
04110002  
14138000  
21834000  
100406-01  
Ground Strap  
Washer, 5/16" x 11/2"  
Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3/4"  
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FUEL  
F
2
For Models RGH5500A,  
RGH5500AIE, and RGH7500AIE  
Fuel Tank and Roll Cage  
4
10  
3
10  
3
4
27  
8
5
6
7
15  
26  
7
6
24  
3
23  
25  
9
3
24  
13  
22  
11  
11  
16  
21  
20  
14  
23  
16  
11  
23  
14  
11  
11  
16  
13  
16  
12  
18  
10  
16  
17  
19  
16  
11  
16  
17  
13  
16  
11  
16  
11  
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ILLUSTRATED  
PARTS LIST  
For Models RGH5500A, RGH5500AIE, and RGH7500AIE  
Fuel Tank and Roll Cage  
KEY RGH5500A  
NO. RGH5500AIE  
RGH7500AIE  
25954001  
107021-01  
WP-4C  
107110-01  
099701-01  
19508001  
25985005  
099743-01  
106063-01  
103880-01  
NEC-5C  
14138000  
099853-02  
WLE-5  
WLI-3  
WP-5C  
HC5-14C  
099756-01  
099750-01  
099749-01  
NEC-5C  
100410-01  
M10908-74  
HC4-16C  
099965-01  
WP-3C  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
1
4
2
1
2
1
1
1
3
10  
1
3
3
1
11  
2
1
2
1
2
4
3
2
2
1
1
2
3
25954001  
107021-01  
WP-4C  
Gas Cap/Fuel Gage  
Gas Tank (with 90° fitting)  
1/4" Flat Washer  
Spacer, 1/4" x 1/2"  
Screw, M5 x 10  
Gas Line Clamp  
Fuel Line  
Fuel Filter  
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
107110-01  
099701-01  
19508001  
25985005  
099743-01  
106063-01  
103880-01  
NEC-5C  
14138000  
099853-02  
WLE-5  
WLI-3  
WP-5C  
HC5-14C  
099756-01  
099750-01*  
099749-01*  
NEC-5C*  
100410-01  
M10908-74  
M10908-74*  
HC4-16C  
099965-01  
WP-3C  
Roll Cage  
Lock Nut, 1/4-20  
Lock Nut, 5/16-18  
Ground Strap  
Shock Mounts  
Lock Washer, 5/16"  
Lock Washer, #10  
Flat Washer, 5/16"  
Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1 3/4"  
Engine Spreader  
Hook Bolt, 5/16-18  
Battery Mounting Bracket  
Lock Nut, 5/16-18  
Sems Screw, #8-18 x 1/2"  
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2"  
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2"  
Bolt, 1/4-20 x 2"  
Linkage Cover  
24  
25  
26  
27  
Washer, #10  
90° Fitting with barbs  
1
1
103676-01  
103676-01  
PARTS AVAILABLE - NOT SHOWN  
100003-01  
100003-02*  
099873-01*  
099873-02*  
03157000  
Operation Decal  
Operation Decal  
Battery Cable (Positive, Red)  
Battery Cable (Negative, Black)  
Fuel Line Grommet  
1
1
1
1
3
100003-02  
099873-01  
099873-02  
03157000  
* Only on RGH5500AIE electric start models  
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PARTS LIST  
For Model RGH11000AIE Fuel  
Tank and Roll Cage  
35  
33  
9
37  
10  
9
23  
37  
10  
25  
10  
36  
10  
9
24  
22  
28  
29  
30  
31  
2
32  
26  
37  
10  
25  
27  
18  
37  
34  
19  
12  
20  
10  
10  
9
9
18  
10  
21  
19  
16  
17  
20  
15  
14  
10  
21  
FUEL  
F
1
13  
10  
9
4
6
5
3
6
7
8
12  
11  
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PARTS LIST  
For Model RGH11000AIE  
Fuel Tank and Roll Cage  
KEY  
NO.  
PART  
NUMBER  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
079503-25AA  
105905-01  
105906-01  
102933-03  
102932-01  
WP-16C  
C4-12C  
100135-01  
NEC-5C  
Gas Tank Assembly  
Roll Cage  
Axle Mount  
Axle  
Wheels  
Flat Washer, 1"  
Cotter Pin  
U-Bolt  
Lock Nut, 5/16-18  
Flat Washer, 5/16"  
Lock Nut, 1/4-20  
Flat Washer, 1/4"  
Gas Cap w/Fuel Gage  
Fuel Line  
1
1
1
1
2
4
2
2
22  
30  
4
8
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
4
2
1
1
3
1
4
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
8
6
This list contains replaceable parts used in  
your generator. When ordering parts, fol-  
low the instructions listed under Replace-  
ment Parts on page 19 of this manual.  
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
WP-5C  
103880-01  
WP-4C  
097190-06  
M51151-02  
M10990-3  
106988-01  
25985008  
105035-01  
103046-01  
103057-01  
H8C5-20C  
099750-01  
099749-01  
105908-01  
17529000  
102962-02  
H5C4-24C  
26302006  
WLI-8  
14138000  
M10908-74  
WLE-5  
106775-02  
106775-01  
106776-01  
100410-01  
HC5-14C  
Bushing  
Barbed Connector, 1/4"  
Fuel Line  
Handle  
Grip  
Plug  
Bolt, 5/16-18 x 2.5"  
Bolt, J-Hook 5/16-18  
Battery Bracket  
Battery Mount  
Shock Mount  
Spreader  
Bolt, 1/4-20 x 3"  
Bolt, 1/2-10 x 1"  
Internal Tooth Lockwasher  
Ground Strap  
Tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5"  
External Tooth Lockwasher  
Side Panel  
Side Panel  
Top Cover  
Sems Screw, 8-18  
Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1.75"  
PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN  
099866-05  
Safety Information Decal  
Operation Decal  
Battery Cable (Positive, Red)  
Battery Cable (Negative, Black)  
Screw, 1/4-20 x .75"  
1
1
1
1
2
100003-04  
099873-01  
099873-05  
HC4-6C  
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ILLUSTRATED  
2
PARTS LIST  
12  
2
For Models RGH5500A,  
RGH5500AIE, and  
RGH7500AIE Control Panel  
5
1
This list contains replaceable parts  
used in your generator. When order-  
ingparts,followtheinstructionslisted  
under Replacement Parts on page 19  
of this manual.  
3
RESET  
TEST  
6
Reset  
Reset  
120 Volt  
8
4
7
FULL POWER  
SELECTOR  
120 ONLY  
13  
13  
120/240V  
120/240 VOLTS  
7
RESET  
RESET  
14  
ENM  
00000005  
HOURS 1/10  
11  
9
10  
PART NUMBER FOR MODEL  
KEY RGH5500A  
NO. RGH5500AIE  
RGH7500AIE  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
103349-02  
22616009  
099833-01  
15324000  
100445-01  
099956-01  
22616011  
103349-04  
22616009  
099833-01  
15324000  
100445-01  
Control Panel  
Circuit Breaker, 20 Amp *  
1
2
1
1
1
1
2
2
1
1
1
120V, 30A Twist-Lock Receptacle *  
120V, 15A Duplex Receptacle *  
120V, 15A Duplex (GFCI) Receptacle *  
Full Power Selector Switch *  
Circuit Breaker, 25 Amp *  
22616010  
099835-01  
101350-01  
Circuit Breaker, 30 Amp *  
8
9
099834-01  
101350-01  
120/240V, 20A Twist-Lock Receptacle *  
120/240V, 30A Twist-Lock Receptacle *  
Hour Meter  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
099760-01  
100410-01  
100149-01  
22261000  
099997-01  
103348-02  
103348-06  
100177-07  
099760-01  
100410-01  
100149-01  
22261000  
099997-01  
103348-04  
103348-08  
100177-07  
Bushing  
Sems Screw, #8-18 x 1/2"  
Control Box  
U-Nut  
Switch Plug  
Control Panel Assembly  
Control Panel Assembly - Auto Idle Models  
Panel Schematic Decal  
1
4
1
8
1
1
1
1
* Includes fastening hardware  
Not shown  
† Includes reference numbers 1 through 13  
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ILLUSTRATED  
PARTS LIST  
For Model RGH11000AIE  
Control Panel  
2
2
14  
This list contains replaceable parts  
usedinyourgenerator.Whenorder-  
ing parts, follow the instructions  
listed under Replacement Parts on  
page 19 of this manual.  
6
16  
1
RESET  
TEST  
3
11  
Reset  
Reset  
120 Volt  
12  
7
Auto Idle  
Selector  
5
Off  
4
5
On  
12  
200 Vp;t  
15  
Reset  
5
8
9
Reset  
Reset  
Reset  
ENM  
00000005  
HOURS  
1/10  
13  
10  
4
KEY  
NO.  
PART  
NUMBER  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
103182-01  
22616009  
099833-01  
100410-01  
22261000  
100445-01  
103183-01  
103184-01  
26299000  
101350-01  
099834-01  
22616010  
099760-01  
103185-01  
100366-01  
15324000  
102927-01  
100177-05  
103257-01  
103258-02  
Control Panel  
Circuit Breaker, 20 Amp  
1
2
1
16  
20  
1
1
2
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
120V, 30A Twist-Lock Receptacle  
Sems Screw, #8-18 x 1/2"  
U-Nut  
20V, 15A Duplex (GFCI) Receptacle  
125/250V, 50A Receptacle  
Circuit Breaker, 45 Amp  
Run Light  
Hour Meter  
120/240V, 20A Twist-Lock Receptacle  
Circuit Breaker, 30 Amp  
Bushing  
Control Box  
Rocker Switch  
120V, 15A Duplex Receptacle  
Control Panel Assembly  
Panel Schematic Diagram  
Auto Idle PC Board Kit  
Solenoid Assembly Kit (With Bracket)  
1
1
† Includes reference numbers 1 through 16  
Not shown  
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ILLUSTRATED  
PARTS LIST  
10  
6
13  
14  
For Solenoid and Control Board  
Assemblies and Mounting  
7
8
10  
11  
9
8
Solenoid Assembly and Mounting  
3
DESA INTERNATIONAL  
S2  
5
S1  
L1  
4
L2  
2
1
Control Board Assembly and Mounting  
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ILLUSTRATED  
PARTS LIST  
For Solenoid and Control Board  
Assemblies and Mounting  
This list contains replaceable parts used in  
your generator. When ordering parts, fol-  
low the instructions listed under Replace-  
ment Parts on page 19 of this manual.  
KEY  
NO.  
PART  
NUMBER  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
100105-01  
26499000  
100321-01  
WP-C3  
26514000  
100324-03  
Control Board Assembly  
Hex Head Screw, 10-32 x 3/4"  
Nylon Spacer  
Flat Washer, #10  
Lock Nut, 10-32  
Solenoid Assembly (Includes  
Plunger, Nut, and Lock Washer)  
Retaining Ring*  
Linkage Rod*  
Linkage Rod  
1
4
4
4
4
2
3
4
5
6
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
7
8
103812-01  
100755-02  
100755-01  
22822000  
102939-01  
100756-01  
103811-01  
100328-01  
02407002  
100329-01  
9
10  
Roll Pin  
Solenoid Mounting Bracket*  
Solenoid Mounting Bracket  
Nylon Washer*  
11  
12  
13  
14  
Bolt, M8 x 25mm †  
Flat Washer, 5/16" †  
Lock Nut, M8 †  
PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN  
100320-01  
100322-01  
100322-02  
100366-01  
100334-01  
Yellow Wire  
1
1
1
1
1
White Wire (with 2 Flags)  
White Wire (with 1 Flag and 1 Spade)  
Rocker Switch  
Auto-Idle Decal  
* Model RGH11000AIE Only  
† All Models Except RGH11000AIE  
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WARRANTY INFORMATION  
KEEP THIS WARRANTY  
Model  
Serial No.  
Date Purchased  
Always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory.  
We reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice. The only warranty applicable is our standard written warranty. We  
make no other warranty, expressed or implied.  
Note: The two-year limited warranty below covers all non-engine parts of this generator including the alternator. Honda warrants the engine. See  
engine owner’s manual for engine warranty information.  
TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY  
GASOLINE PORTABLE GENERATORS  
DESA International warrants each alternator, generator, or electric product of its manufacture, to be free from defects in material and  
workmanship for two years from the date of first purchase from an authorized dealer, provided that the product has been properly installed,  
maintained, and operated in accordance with all applicable instructions. The bill of sale or proof of purchase must be presented at the time  
a claim is made under this warranty.  
This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser. This warranty covers only the parts and labor required to restore this unit to  
its proper operating condition. Warranty parts must be obtained through factory authorized dealers and service centers for this product. These  
dealersandservicecenterswillprovideoriginalfactoryreplacementparts.Failuretouseoriginalfactoryreplacementpartsvoidsthiswarranty.  
This warranty does not apply to parts that are not in original condition because of normal wear and tear, or parts that fail or become damaged as a result  
of misuse, abuse, negligence, accident, lack of proper maintenance, alteration, modification, tampering, contaminated fuels, repair using improper parts,  
or repair by anyone other than an authorized dealer or service center. Routine maintenance is the responsibility of the owner. Travel, handling,  
transportation, and incidental costs associated with warranty repairs are not reimbursable under this warranty and are the responsibility of the owner.  
DESAInternationalmakesnowarrantywithrespecttotheengineandenginecomponentsnotofitsmanufacture.Theyaresubjecttowarranties  
of their manufacturers.  
To the full extent allowed by the law of the jurisdiction that governs the sale of the product, this express warranty excludes any and all other  
expressed warranties and limits the duration of any and all implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular  
purpose to two years from the date of first purchase, and DESA International’s liability is hereby limited to the purchase price of the product and  
DESA International shall not be liable for any other damages whatsoever including indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.  
Some states do not allow limitation of how long an implied warranty lasts or an exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,  
so the above limitation of damages may not apply to you.  
Thiswarrantyprovides theoriginalpurchaser withspecific rights. Forinformation regarding thoserights, pleaseconsult theapplicablestate laws.  
INTERNATIONAL  
2701 Industrial Drive  
P.O. Box 90004  
Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004  
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