Background
The Craftsman Generator 580.326311 is a portable power device that can generate up to 6300 watts of power with a starting wattage of 9100 watts. It operates on a single phase and produces an AC voltage of 120/240 volts. This generator is designed for a variety of power needs, from powering household appliances during power outages to providing electricity for tools at a job site.
The generator is equipped with a variety of features to enhance its functionality. It has a fuel capacity of seven U.S. gallons and can operate on both 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp duplex receptacles and 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp receptacles. This enables it to supply electrical power for operation of a variety of electrical, lighting, appliance, tool, and motor loads. It also features an air cleaner that filters dust and debris out of intake air, a choke lever for starting a cold engine, and a spark arrester muffler that reduces engine noise. The generator also includes circuit breakers to protect against electrical overload, and a display that shows the nominal load on the generator based on output frequency.
Technical Specifications
- Wattage: 6300 Watts (6.3 kW)
- Starting Wattage: 9100 Watts (9.1 kW)
- Rated AC Voltage: 120/240 Volts
- Rated AC Current: at 240 Volts: 26.2 Amperes, at 120 Volts: 52.5 Amperes
- Rated Frequency: 60 Hz at 3600 rpm
- Phase: Single Phase
- Fuel Capacity: 7 U.S. gallons
- Unit Weight: 198 lbs.
- Bore: 3.3 in. (83.81 mm)
- Stroke: 2.438 in. (61.67 mm)
- Displacement: 20.85 in. (342 cc)
- Spark Plug Gap: 0.030 inch (0.76mm)
- Armature Air Gap: 0.008-0.012 in. (0.20-0.30mm)
- Valve Clearance (Intake): 0.004-0.006 in. (0.10-0.15 mm)
- Valve Clearance (Exhaust): 0.004-0.006 in. (0.10-0.15 mm)
- Oil Capacity: 28 fl. oz.
Warranty
The Craftsman Generator 580.326311 comes with a warranty. The warranty consists of two parts: a One-Year Full Warranty and an Additional One-Year Limited Warranty. Under the One-Year Full Warranty, if the generator experiences a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, it can be returned to any Sears store, Craftsman outlet, or Sears Parts & Repair Center in the United States for free repair or replacement if repair is not possible. The Additional One-Year Limited Warranty covers any part of the generator that fails due to a defect in material or workmanship during the second year from the date of purchase. In this case, a new part will be supplied free of charge, but the labor cost for installation must be paid by the owner. It is important to note that the warranty coverage is valid for only 90 days if the generator is used for commercial or rental purposes. To claim the warranty, the generator owner needs to return the product to a Sears store, Craftsman outlet, or Sears Parts & Repair Center in the United States. This warranty provides specific legal rights to the owner, and there may be additional rights that vary from state to state.