GP Series Portable Generator Owner’s Manual 008044 MODEL:________________________ SERIAL:________________________ DATE PURCHASED:______________ WARNING Loss of life. This product is not intended to be used in a critical life support application. Failure to adhere to this warning could result in death or serious injury. (000209b) Register your Generac product at: WWW.GENERAC.
Table of Contents Section 1 Introduction and Safety 1 Introduction ..................................... 1 Safety Rules .................................... 1 Safety Symbols and Meanings ........ 1 Exhaust and Location Hazards ....... 2 Electrical Hazards ........................... 3 Fire Hazards .................................... 3 Standards Index .............................. 3 Replacement Hazard Labels ........... 3 Section 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting ..........................13 Maintenance .
Section 1 Introduction and Safety Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Generac Power Systems Inc. product. This unit has been designed to provide high-performance, efficient operation, and years of use when maintained properly. DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. (000001) WARNING Consult Manual. Read and understand manual completely before using product.
WARNING DANGER Asphyxiation. The exhaust system must be properly maintained. Do not alter or modify the exhaust system as to render it unsafe or make it noncompliant with local codes and/or standards. Failure to do so will result in death or serious injury. (000179b) Injury and equipment damage. Do not use generator as a step. Doing so could result in falling, damaged parts, unsafe equipment operation, and could result in death or serious injury. (000216) DANGER Electrocution.
Electrical Hazards DANGER Electrocution. Contact with bare wires, terminals, and connections while generator is running will result in death or serious injury. (000144) DANGER Electrocution. Water contact with a power source, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. (000104) • National Electric Code (NEC) requires the frame and external electrically conductive parts of the generator be properly connected to an approved earth ground.
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Section 2 General Information and Setup 14 13 12 10 11 9 008044 8 008047 17 7 16 15 18 19 008046 20 Figure 2-1. Features and Controls TABLE 1.
Know Your Generator Emissions The United States Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) (and California Air Resources Board (CARB), for engines/equipment certified to California standards) requires that this engine/equipment complies with exhaust and evaporative emissions standards. Locate the emissions compliance decal on the engine to determine applicable standards. For emissions warranty information, please reference the included emissions warranty.
Hour Meter The Hour Meter tracks hours of operation for scheduled maintenance. See Figure 2-3. • The CHG OIL display will illuminate every 100 hours. The message will flash one hour before and one hour after each 100 hour interval, providing a two hour window to perform service. • The SVC display will illuminate every 100 hours. The message will flash one hour before and one hour after each 200 hour interval providing a two hour window to perform service.
TABLE 3. Accessories Item Qty. Main Unit 1 Owner’s Manual 1 Liter Oil SAE 30 with Funnel 1 Handle Assembly (A) 1 Never-flat Wheel (B) 2 Frame Foot Assembly (C) 2 Axle Pin (D) 2 Service Warranty 1 Emissions Warranty 1 Install frame foot as shown in Figure 2-6. 1. Place frame foot assembly (C) under frame. Secure with M8-1.25 x 40 bolts (G) and M8-1.25 hex flange nut (F). . D B G J E 000902 F Hardware Bag Qty. Cotter Pin (E) 2 M8-1.25 Hex Flange Nut (F) 6 M8-1.
DANGER Explosion and Fire. Do not overfill fuel tank. Fill to 1/2 inch from top of tank to allow for fuel expansion. Overfilling may cause fuel to spill onto engine causing fire or explosion, which will result in death or serious injury. (000166b) 000115 Figure 2-8. Remove Dipstick 4. Add recommended engine oil as shown in the following chart. NOTE: Use petroleum based oil (supplied) for engine break-in before using synthetic oil. .
Section 3 Operation Operation and Use Questions Call Generac customer service at 1-888-GENERAC (1-888-436-3722) with questions or concerns about equipment operation and maintenance. Before Starting Engine 1. Verify engine oil level is correct. 2. Verify fuel level is correct. 3. Verify unit is secure on level ground, with proper clearance and is in a well ventilated area.
Know Generator Limits Edge Trimmer Overloading a generator can result in damage to the generator and connected electrical devices. Observe the following to prevent overload: • Add up the total wattage of all electrical devices to be connected at one time. This total should NOT be greater than the generator's wattage capacity. • The rated wattage of lights can be taken from light bulbs. The rated wattage of tools, appliances, and motors can be found on a data label or decal affixed to the device.
Starting Pull Start Engines WARNING Recoil Hazard. Recoil could retract unexpectedly. Kickback could result in death or serious injury. (000183) CAUTION Equipment and property damage. Disconnect electrical loads prior to starting or stopping unit. Failure to do so could result in equipment and property damage. (000136) 1. Unplug all electrical loads from the unit's receptacles before starting engine. 2. Place generator on a level surface. 3. See Figure 3-2. Open the fuel shut-off valve (A). 4.
Section 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Maintenance Preventive Maintenance Regular maintenance will improve performance and extend engine/equipment life. Generac Power Systems, Inc. recommends that all maintenance work be performed by an Independent Authorized Service Dealer (IASD). Regular maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emissions control devices and systems may be performed by any repair shop or person of the owner’s choosing.
Change Engine Oil . WARNING SAE 30 Accidental start-up. Disconnect spark plug wires when working on unit. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury. (000141) 10W-30 Synthetic 5W-30 000399 Inspect Engine Oil Level WARNING Risk of burns. Allow engine to cool before draining oil or coolant. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury. (000139) Inspect engine oil level prior to each use, or every 8 hours of operation. 1. Place generator on a level surface. 2.
Service Spark Plug Inspect Spark Arrestor Screen To service spark plug: 1. Clean area around spark plug. 2. Remove and inspect spark plug. 3. Inspect electrode gap with wire feeler gauge and reset spark plug gap to 0.028 0.031 in (0.70 - 0.80 mm). See Figure 4-4. WARNING Hot Surfaces. When operating machine, do not touch hot surfaces. Keep machine away from combustibles during use. Hot surfaces could result in severe burns or fire. (000108) 1. Loosen clamp (A) and remove screw. See Figure 4-5. 2.
It is recommended to start and run the generator for 30 minutes, every 30 days. If this is not possible, refer to the following list to prepare unit for storage. • DO NOT place a storage cover on a hot generator. Allow unit to cool to room temperature before storage. • DO NOT store fuel from one season to another unless properly treated. • Replace fuel container if rust is present. Rust in fuel will cause fuel system problems. • Cover unit with a suitable protective, moisture resistant cover.
Troubleshooting PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine is running, but AC output is not available. 1. Circuit breaker OPEN. 2. Poor connection or defective cord set. 3. Connected device is bad. 4. Fault in generator. 1. Reset circuit breaker. 2. Check and repair. 3. Connect another device that is in good condition. 4. Contact IASD. Engine runs well at no-load, but bogs when load is applied. 1. Short circuit in a connected load. 2. Generator is overloaded. 3. Engine speed is too slow. 4.
Part No. 10000034434 Rev. A 04/27/2018 ©2018 Generac Power Systems, Inc. All rights reserved Specifications are subject to change without notice. No reproduction allowed in any form without prior written consent from Generac Power Systems, Inc. Generac Power Systems, Inc. S45 W29290 Hwy. 59 Waukesha, WI 53189 1-888-GENERAC (1-888-436-3722) www.generac.
