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Table of Contents Introduction............................................................. 1 Maintenance ......................................................... 13 3.1 Performing Scheduled Maintenance .............................13 3.2 Maintenance Schedule .................................................13 3.3 Product Specifications..................................................13 Safety Rules ........................................................... 1 3.4 General Recommendations ........
Introduction NOTE: Thank you for purchasing this model by Generac Power Systems, Inc. This model is a compact, high performance, air-cooled, engine driven generator designed to supply electrical power to operate electrical loads where no utility power is available or in place of utility due to a power outage. If any portion of this manual is not understood, contact the nearest Authorized Dealer for starting, operating and servicing procedures.
Safety Rules SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – The manufacturer suggests that these rules for safe operation be copied and posted near the unit's installation site. Safety should be stressed to all operators and potential operators of this equipment.
Safety Rules 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70: The NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE (NEC) available from www.nfpa.org National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 5000: BUILDING CONSTRUCTION AND SAFETY CODE available from www.nfpa.org International Building Code available from www.iccsafe.org Agricultural Wiring Handbook available from www.rerc.org , Rural Electricity Resource Council P.O. Box 309 Wilmington, OH 451770309 ASAE EP-364.
General Information Set the palleted carton on a rigid flat surface. Remove staples along bottom of carton that fasten carton to pallet. Open carton from top. The generator requires some assembly prior to using it. If problems arise when assembling the generator, please call the Generator Helpline at 1-888-436-3722. Remove all packaging material. Remove separate accessory box. Lift carton off the generator.
General Information Figure 2 - Handle Assembly Figure 3 - Battery Connections The battery shipped with the generator has been provided fully charged. Caution must be taken when connecting the battery. NOTE: Negative Cable Positive Cable A battery may lose some of it’s charge when not in use for prolonged periods of time. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Cut the tie wrap cable holding the RED and BLACK battery cables to the stator. Connect the RED battery cable to the battery Positive terminal (+).
Operation Read the Owner’s Manual and Safety Rules before operating this generator. Compare the generator to Figures 4 through 7 to become familiarized with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. 1. 12 Volt DC, 10 Amp Receptacle – This receptacle allows the capability to recharge a 12 volt DC storage battery with provided battery charge cables. 2.
Operation Figure 7 - Oil Fill Figure 8 Hourmeter 15 The Hourmeter tracks hours of operation for scheduled maintenance (see chart). This is a 120 Volt outlet protected against overload by a 20 Amp pushto-reset circuit breaker (Figure 9). Use each socket to power 120 Volt AC, single phase, 60 Hz electrical loads requiring up to a combined 2400 watts (2.4 kW) or 20 Amps of current. Use only high quality, wellinsulated, 3-wire grounded cord sets rated for 125 Volts at 20 Amps (or greater).
Operation This unit is equipped with a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). This device meets applicable federal, state and local codes (Figure 10). Use a NEMA L5-30 plug with this receptacle. Connect a 3-wire cord set rated for 125 Volts AC at 30 Amps (or greater) to the plug (Figure 11). A GFCI receptacle is different from conventional receptacles. In the event of a ground fault, a GFCI will trip and quickly stop the flow of electricity to prevent serious injury.
Operation Figure 13 - 12 Volt DC, 10 Amp Receptacle This exhaust system must be properly maintained. Do nothing that might render the exhaust system unsafe or in noncompliance with any local codes and/or standards. Always use a battery operated carbon monoxide alarm indoors, installed according to the manufacturers instructions. Use a NEMA 14-50 plug with this receptacle. Connect a 4-wire cord set rated for 250 Volts AC at 50 Amps to the plug (Figure 14).
Operation Figure 15 - Grounding the Generator Generator Ground Lug DO NOT connect 240 Volt loads to 120 Volt receptacles. DO NOT connect 3-phase loads to the generator. DO NOT connect 50 Hz loads to the generator. Let engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes after starting. Plug in and turn on the desired 120 or 240 Volt AC, single phase, 60 Hz electrical loads. Add up the rated watts (or amps) of all loads to be connected at one time.
Operation . Prior to operating the generator, engine oil and gasoline will need to be added, as follows: 2. 3. All oil should meet minimum American Petroleum Institute (API) Service Class SJ, SL or better. Use no special additives. Select the oil's viscosity grade according to the expected operating temperature (also see chart). 4.
Operation Figure 17 - Fuel Shut-off Valve 4. Figure 19 - Full Choke Position Locate the Idle Control ON/OFF switch on the control panel and set it to the “OFF” position (Figure 18). Figure 18 - Idle Control Switch 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 5. 6. 7. Move engine CHOKE knob outward to “Full Choke” position (Figure 19). To start engine, press and hold the Start/Run/Stop switch in the “Start” position. The engine will crank and attempt to start. When the engine starts, release the switch to the run position.
Maintenance NOTE: If the system senses low oil pressure during operation, the engine shuts down. Use an automotive hydrometer to test battery state of charge and condition. Follow the hydrometer manufacturer's instructions carefully. Generally, a battery is considered to be at 100% state of charge when specific gravity of its fluid (as measured by hydrometer) is 1.260 or higher. If trying to restart the engine within 10 seconds after it shuts down, the engine may NOT start.
Maintenance NOTE: Rated Horsepower @ 3600 RPM 30 Displacement 992cc Spark Plug Type Champion RC14YC or Equivalent Spark Plug Part No. 0E7585A Spark Plug Gap 0.040 inch or (1.01 mm) Gasoline Capacity 16 U.S. gallons Oil Type Summer – SAE 30, Winter – 5W-30 Synthetic or 10W-30 Oil Capacity w/ Filter Change = 1.7 Qts., w/o Filter Change = 1.4 Qts. Oil Filter Part No. 070185E Run Time/Fuel Consumption - 1/2 Load 10 Hours / 1.6 gallons per hour Air Filter Part No. 0D9723 Battery Part No.
Maintenance Change the oil and filter after the first 30 hours of operation. Change the oil every 100 hours thereafter. If running this unit under dirty or dusty conditions, or in extremely hot weather, change the oil more often. Use the following instructions to change the oil after the engine cools down: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Clean area around oil drain hose and plug. Remove oil drain plug from end of hose and oil fill plug to drain oil completely into a suitable container.
Maintenance Figure 22 - Spark Arrestor Figure 23 - Valve Clearance Adjustment After the first 50 hours of operation, check the valve clearance in the engine and adjust if necessary. When valve clearance is correct, hold the pivot ball stud in place with the allen wrench and tighten the rocker arm jam nut. Tighten the jam nut to 174 in/lbs. torque. After tightening the jam nut, recheck valve clearance to make sure it did not change.
Maintenance It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel hose or tank during storage. Also, experience indicates that alcohol-blended fuels (called gasohol, ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture, which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.
Troubleshooting PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine is running, but no AC output is available. 1. 2. 3. 4. Circuit breaker is open. Poor connection or defective cord set. Connected device is bad. Fault in generator. 1. Reset circuit breaker. 2. Check and repair. 3. Connect another device that is in good condition. 4. Contact Authorized Service Facility. Engine runs good but bogs down when loads are connected. 1. 2. 3. 4. Short circuit in a connected load. Generator is overloaded.
Warranty U.S. EPA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Generac Power Systems, Inc. (Generac) are pleased to explain the Emission Control System Warranty (ECS Warranty) on your new 2011 and later equipment. New equipment that use small spark-ignited engines must be designed, built, and equipped to meet stringent anti-smog standards for the federal government.
Warranty EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Emission Control System Warranty (ECS Warranty) for equipment using small spark-ignited engines: (a) Applicability: This warranty shall apply to equipment that uses small off-road engines.
Warranty GENERAC POWER SYSTEMS “TWO YEAR” LIMITED WARRANTY FOR GP SERIES PORTABLE GENERATORS For a period of two years from the date of original sale, Generac Power Systems, Inc. (Generac) warrants its GP Series generators will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the items and period set forth below.
Warranty THIS WARRANTY IS IN PLACE OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. SPECIFICALLY, GENERAC MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES AS TO THE MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Any implied warranties allowed by law shall be limited in duration to the terms of the express warranty provided herein. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
