Table Of Contents - Generac Power Systems 005802-2 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction ............................................................. 1
Read this Manual Thoroughly ................................. 1
Safety Rules ........................................................... 1
Standards Index .............................................................3
General Information ................................................ 4
1.1 Unpacking ......................................................................4
1.1.1 Accessory Box ..................................................4
1.2 Assembly .......................................................................4
1.2.1 Assembling the Wheel Kit and Frame Foot ..........4
Operation ................................................................ 5
2.1 Know the Generator .......................................................5
2.1.1 Battery Connection ............................................6
2.2 Hourmeter ......................................................................6
2.3 Cord Sets and Connection Plugs ....................................6
2.3.1 120 VAC, 20 Amp, GFCI Duplex Receptacle .......6
2.3.2 120/240 VAC, 30 Amp Receptacle .....................6
2.3.3 120 VAC, 30 Amp Receptacle ............................6
2.3.4 120/240 VAC, 50 Amp Receptacle .....................7
2.4 How to Use the Generator ..............................................7
2.4.1 Grounding the Generator When Used
as a Portable ......................................................7
2.4.2 Connecting the Generator to a Building's
Electrical System ................................................7
2.4.3 Connecting Electrical Loads ...............................8
2.5 Don't Overload the Generator ..........................................8
2.6 Wattage Reference Guide ...............................................8
2.7 Before Starting the Generator .........................................9
2.7.1 Adding Engine Oil ..............................................9
2.7.2 Adding Gasoline .................................................9
2.8 Cold Weather Operation/De-icer ....................................10
2.9 To Start the Engine .......................................................10
2.10 High Altitude Operation .................................................10
2.11 Stopping the Engine .....................................................11
2.12 Low Oil Pressure Shutdown System .............................11
2.12.1 Restarting ........................................................11
2.13 Charging the Battery .....................................................11
Maintenance ......................................................... 11
3.1 Performing Scheduled Maintenance .............................11
3.2 Maintenance Schedule .................................................11
3.3 Product Specifications ..................................................11
3.3.1 Generator Specifications ..................................11
3.3.2 Engine Specifications .......................................12
3.3.3 Emissions Information .....................................12
3.4 General Recommendations ...........................................12
3.4.1 Generator Maintenance ....................................12
3.4.2 To Clean the Generator .....................................12
3.4.3 Engine Maintenance .........................................12
3.4.4 Checking Oil Level ...........................................12
3.4.5 Changing the Oil and Oil Filter ..........................12
3.4.6 Replacing the Spark Plug(s) .............................13
3.5 Service Air Filter ...........................................................13
3.6 Clean Spark Arrestor Screen.........................................13
3.7 General ........................................................................14
3.8 Long Term Storage .......................................................14
3.9 Other Storage Tips .......................................................14
Battery Service ..................................................... 14
4.1 Battery Replacement ....................................................14
Troubleshooting .................................................... 15
5.1 Troubleshooting Guide ..................................................15
Warranty ............................................................... 16