Page: 1 of 20 Illustrations by Robert Ross, Fine Products, Inc.
Page: 2 of 20 Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS ....................................................................................... 2 IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY ........................................................................ 3 PACKAGE CONTENTS ....................................................................................... 4 ADAPT THE FRAME (IF NEEDED) ...................................................................... 5 ASSEMBLE & INSTALL THE GENTENT CLAMPS .........................
Page: 3 of 20 IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY WARNING: Please review these important safety warnings: NEVER block or cover the generator exhaust muffler in any way. If the exhaust blows directly on the GenTent canopy, it is installed incorrectly. WARNING: NEVER use the GenTent on a generator whose muffler is openly exposed at the top of the generator. These generators are disqualified and VOID the WARRANTY of the GenTent. WARNING: NEVER use the GenTent on a generator on a moving vehicle or trailer.
Page: 4 of 20 Package Contents 1 – GenTent Canopy Universal Kit Only: 4 – GTU Frame Adapters 8 – GTU Adapter Screws 1 – Opaque Electrical Panel Apron GenTent XL Only: 2 – Clear Electrical Panel Aprons 1 – Center Connecter 4 – Clamp Bodies 4 – Clamp Telescoping Rods 4 – Clamp Rubber Sleeves 4 – Fiberglass Frame Rods 4 – Molded Ring Pins 4 –Clamp Knobs 4 – Stainless Steel Carriage Bolts Copyright © 2022 GenTent® Safety Canopies, LLC – All Rights Reserved - GT-DOC00-UA1
Page: 5 of 20 1. Adapt the Frame (if needed) If your generator does not need adaptation skip ahead to “Assemble and Install the GenTent Clamps” on Page 7. If you purchased the GenTent XL for a Generac GP12500, GP15000E, or GP17500 model, please refer to the “Generac 15k/17.5k Addendum” on Page 14. Generators Which May Require Frame Adapter Installation - - Generators with squared vertical frame posts.
Page: 6 of 20 c. Using a 5/32” drill bit, drill one hole centered on each of the marks made on the generator frame. (Fig. 1.2) d. Using the provided sheet metal screws and a 5/16” nut driver, or flat head screwdriver attach the GTUs to the frame of the generator securely. (Fig. 1.3) Installing GenTent Clamp onto GTU Adapter e. Once the GTU adapters have been installed, install the rubber sleeve and GenTent clamps by following the process described in section 2.
Page: 7 of 20 2. Assemble and Install the GenTent Clamps Assemble Clamp Parts (Fig 2.1) a. Slide telescoping clamp rod into clamp body, insert a molded ring pin to hold the telescoping rod in place. b. Push carriage bolt through one side of clamp and through the clamp body. c. Loosely install clamp knob onto carriage bolt. The knob can be installed on either side of the clamp; whichever is the least obstructed by the generator frame. d. Retain rubber sleeve for step h.
Page: 8 of 20 Copyright © 2022 GenTent® Safety Canopies, LLC – All Rights Reserved - GT-DOC00-UA1
Page: 9 of 20 GenTent Clamp Settings 0 1 2 Fig. 2.2 3 4 NOTE When installing frame rods for settings 2,3 & 4 the frame rod should be put into the outermost hole. Setting 0 and 1 are the same clamp setting, the frame rod hole for setting 0 is the inner one (closest to the generator) and frame rod hole for setting 1 is the outer one (furthest from the generator). Install Clamp on Generator Frame h. If installing on a GTU adapter (page 5), clamp direct to GTU post.
Page: 10 of 20 i. Slip rubber sleeve around the vertical frame post or GTU adapter, turning the rubber sleeve so the opening faces away from the generator. (Fig. 2.3 or 1.3) Select installations may not allow the rubber sleeve mouth face outward, this is Ok. j. Push clamp opening straight onto frame, below the rubber sleeve. (Fig. 2.4) Then slide clamp up and over the rubber sleeve. (Fig. 2.5) This allows you to install the clamp without pulling the clamp mouth open. 1.
Page: 11 of 20 3. Install the GenTent Frame a. Orient the center connector with the vent pin up and position the central connector to match generator alignment, short and long sides, respectively. b. Insert the first frame rod into the center connector, ensuring it is seated all the way into the connector. (Fig. 3.1). Always insert the frame rod into the center connector before inserting it into the clamp. Fig. 3.1 c.
4. Cover the GenTent Page: 12 of 20 a. Grasping the GenTent by the center of the b. c. top cap, open the GenTent canopy and place it onto the GenTent frame. Do not pull the open corners of the top cap; these are for ventilation. Place the GenTent canopy on the frame. Center the top cap on the center connector pin. (Fig. 4.1) Ensure the GenTent canopy coverage is generally equal and level. WARNING Never position the refueling door on the same side of the generator as the exhaust muffler.
Page: 13 of 20 WARNING GenTent canopy must be installed above generator exhaust muffler. Install GenTent electrical panel apron such that it cannot block exhaust in any way. Fig. 4.3 Fig. 4.4 Refueling Door The GenTent refueling door is designed to allow you to easily refuel your generator without removing the GenTent. After use, the refueling door must be wrapped around the side and pressed firmly back in place. Failure to reseal the door may allow water to seep into the canopy. (Fig. 4.
Page: 14 of 20 GenTent® Generac 15k/17.5k Installation WHAT YOU WILL NEED - 1/2” socket or open-end wrenches - 5/16” socket or open-end wrenches - (optional) 5/32” drill bit and 5/16” nut driver or screwdriver) - This guide Optional: Either: 5/16” x 2” Clevis Pins with Retainer or Quick Detach Pins Or: GenTent folding handle kit https://www.gentent.com/portablegenerator-folding-handles-kit/ Installing GTUs on your Generac Installing your GenTent on your Generac GP15k or GP17.
Page: 15 of 20 Fig. 5.1 Fig. 5.2 Converting your Handles The handle of these generators are attached to the frame with 4 carriage bolts. You must replace these bolts with either quick detach pins (Fig 5.4 & 5.5) OR GenTent universal folding handles. (Fig 5.6-8) The GenTent should be initially installed with the handles off the generator. Convert Handles to Quick Detach Pins This option allows the handles to be quickly detached/re-attached. Fig 5.4 & 5.
Page: 16 of 20 Fig. 5.4 Fig. 5.5 Install GenTent Folding Handles https://www.gentent.com/portable-generator-folding-handles-kit/ GenTent folding handles are a simple bolt-in replacement to the fixed handles provided with your generator. To install these handles, remove the fixed handles from the generator. There are four bolts that hold the handle in place. Install the folding handles in the top and tighten. The universal handles accommodate frame diameters from 1” to 1.5”.
Page: 17 of 20 GenTent® Generac XT8000E / XT8000EFI / XT8500EFI Installation Generac recently changed the size of their frame and the electric panel for this model. In order to attach the GenTent®, you will slightly adjust installation for one corner attachment. The adjustment will be for one clamp which connects under the left-hand side of your electric panel, where the electric panel cuts down low (under the Generac logo) in the event the clamp & rubber sleeve will not fit properly (Fig. 6.1). Fig. 6.
Page: 18 of 20 Limited Warranty What is Covered This warranty covers any defects in materials or workmanship of the GenTent® Safety Canopy under normal use in forecast winds up to seventy mph and snow loads up to eighteen inches, with the exceptions stated below. How Long Coverage Lasts The warranty runs from the date on your GenTent® order receipt. Warranty period is one (1) year for GenTent Standard, (2) years for GenTent Plus and (3) years for GenTent Extreme purchases.
Page: 19 of 20 GenTent Accessories and Spare Parts Catalog GenTent accessories are available at: www.gentent.com/accessories Spare parts are available at: www.gentent.com/spares Illustrations by Robert Ross, Fine Products, Inc.
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