GENPortable Products RAC°I Portable Generator Model No. 1311_0 (3000 Watt AC Generator) Visit our Generac website: Owner's Manual Manual No. B4345 Revision 2 (07/09/2001) www.generac-portables.com _This that follow is the safety alert symbol. is used injury to alert to potential personal injury hazards.Obey all safety messages this symbol to avoidItpossible oryou death.
Generac Portable Products 3000 Watt Generator SAFETY EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION RULES This generator set was designed and manufactured for specific applications. Do Not attempt to modify the unit or use it for any application it was not designed for. If you haveany questions about your generator's application, ask your dealer or consult the factory. This generator is an engine-driven, revolving field, alternating current (AC) generator.
Generac Portable Products 3000 Watt Generator • The generator produces a very powerful voltage that can cause serious injury or death by electrocution. Never touch bare wires or receptacles. Never permit a child or any unqualified person to operate the generator.
Generac Portable Products 3000WattGenerator KNOW YOUR GENERATOR Reacl this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your generator. Compare the illustrationswith your generator to familiarize yourself with the locationsof various controls and adjustments. Savethis manual for future reference.
Generac Portable Products 3000WattGenerator BEFORE STARTING ENGINE THE • Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove cap. • Slowly add unleaded regular gasoline to fuel tank. Be careful not to overfill. Allow tank space for fuel e> ,anslon,as shown in Figure 2. Add Oil CAUTION! Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been properly filled with the recommended oil may result in an engine failure. To fill your engine • Place generator with 1/2" Air Space Tank oil: on a level surface.
Generac Portable Products 3000 Watt Generator OPERATING THE GENERATOR For temperatures Temporary _ above 32°F (0°C), Follow above instructions,removing baffle from "winter" position and reinstalling in "summer" position. Weather Shelter You can use the original shipping box as a temporary shelter for extremely cold weather: CAUTION! startto orthe stop the unit with electrical loads Never connected receptacles AND with the connected devices turned ON.
Generac Portable Products 3000 Watt Generator Starting ,_ the Engine Stopping the Engine • Unplug all electrical loads from generator panel receptacles. Never start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged in and turned on. WARNING! runareas. engineEngine indoors or in enclosed poorly Never ventilated exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. • Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to stabilize the internal temperatures of engine and generator.
Generac Portable Products 3000 Watt Generator DON'T OVERLOAD G EN ERATO R THE • If the appliance, tool or motor does not give wattage, multiply 120 Volts times ampere rating to determine watts (volts x amps = watts). • Some electric motors, such as induction types, require about three times more watts of power for starting than for running. This surge of power lasts for only a few seconds when starting such motors.
Generac Portable Products 3000WattGenerator GENERAL MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS • Low pressure air (not to exceed 25 psi) may be used to blow away dirt. Inspectcooling air slots and opening on generator. These openings must be kept clean and unobstructed. The owner/operator is responsible for making sure that all periodic maintenance tasks are completed on a timely basis; that alt discrepancies are corrected; and that the unit is kept clean and properly stored.
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Generac Portable Products 3000 Watt Generator TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Engine is running, but no AC output is available. I. 2. 3. Circuit breaker is open. Poor connection or defective cord set. Connected device is bad. I. 2. 3. Reset circuit breaker. Check and repair. Connect another device that is in good condition. 4. I. 2. Fault in generator. Short circuit in a connected load. Generator is overloaded. 4. I. 2. Contact Generac service facility. Disconnect shorted eiectricaiload.
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PORTABLE GENERATOR LIMITED WARRANTY GENERAC PORTABLE PRODUCTS, LLC (hereafter referred to asthe COMPANY) warrants to the original purchaser that the components in its generator will be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one year* from the date of original purchase. This warranty does not apply to units used for prime power in place of utility.
