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1 0000EXL
Portable Generator Owner's Manual
Model No. 9801–6 (10,000 Watt AC Generator) Manual No. 186686 Revision 1 (4/6/2001)
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  • Page 1 1 0000EXL Portable Generator Owner’s Manual Model No. 9801–6 (10,000 Watt AC Generator) Manual No. 186686 Revision 1 (4/6/2001) Visit our Generac website: www.generac–portables.com This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
  • Page 2: Equipment Description

    Generac Portable Products 10,000EXL Generator EQUIPMENT SAFETY RULES DESCRIPTION This generator set was designed and manufactured for specific applications. Do Not attempt to modify the unit This generator is an engine–driven, revolving field, or use it for any application it was not designed for. If you alternating current (AC) generator.
  • Page 3: Grounding The Generator

    Generac Portable Products 10,000EXL Generator • The generator produces a very powerful voltage that can • Never operate the generator: cause serious injury or death by electrocution. Never in rain; in any enclosed compartment; when connected touch bare wires or receptacles. Never permit a child electrical devices overheat;...
  • Page 4: To Remove Generator From Carton

    Generac Portable Products 10,000EXL Generator Your generator requires some assembly and is ready for ASSEMBLE WHEEL KIT use after it has been properly serviced with the recommended oil and fuel. If you have any problems with the assembly of your...
  • Page 5 Generac Portable Products 10,000EXL Generator Figure 2 — Assemble Wheel Kit Handle 45 mm Capscrew Locknut Support Leg Locknut Vibration Flat washer Mount Flat Axle Wheel Lock washer washer Spacer 20 mm Capscrew 30 mm Capscrew Flat washer Wheel Retaining Pin CHECK BATTERY / ATTACH Figure 3 —...
  • Page 6: Know Your Generator

    Generac Portable Products 10,000EXL Generator KNOW YOUR GENERATOR Read this owner’s manual and safety rules before operating your generator. Compare the illustrations with your generator to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
  • Page 7: Before Starting The Engine

    Generac Portable Products 10,000EXL Generator • Install fuel cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline. BEFORE STARTING THE IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits ENGINE from forming in essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose or tank during storage.
  • Page 8: Stopping The Engine

    Generac Portable Products 10,000EXL Generator • When the engine starts, open the choke gradually as load is connected. The engine will run at a reduced speed engine warms up up by pushing in on the choke handle. when no load is present. With the switch OFF, the engine will run constantly at the normal high engine speed.
  • Page 9 Generac Portable Products 10,000EXL Generator RECEPTACLES Figure 5 — Connect Battery Charge Cables This generator is equipped with the following receptacles: 120 Volt, 20 Amp, Duplex Black lead Receptacle Each of these outlets is protected against overload by 20 Amp push–to–reset circuit breakers. Use each outlet to operate 120 Volt, 60 Hz, single phase loads requiring 2,400 (2.4 kW) watts at 20 Amps of current (Figure 6).
  • Page 10 Generac Portable Products 10,000EXL Generator 120 Volt, 20 Amp Locking Type 120 Volt, 30 Amp Locking Type Receptacle Receptacle Use a NEMA L5–20 plug with this receptacle. Connect a Use a NEMA L5–30 plug with this receptacle. Connect a 3–wire cord set rated for 125 Volt AC loads at 20 Amps to 3–wire cord set rated for 125 Volt AC loads at 30 Amps to...
  • Page 11 Generac Portable Products 10,000EXL Generator 120/240 Volt, 30 Amp Locking Type 240 Volt, 50 Amp Receptacle Receptacle Use a NEMA 14–50 plug with this receptacle. Connect a 4–wire cord set rated for 250 Volt AC loads at 50 Amps to Use a NEMA L14–30 plug with this receptacle.
  • Page 12: Don't Overload The Generator

    Generac Portable Products 10,000EXL Generator • If the appliance, tool or motor does not give wattage, DON’T OVERLOAD THE multiply Volts times ampere rating to determine watts GENERATOR (volts x amps = watts). • Some electric motors, such as induction types, require...
  • Page 13: Storage Instructions

    Generac Portable Products 10,000EXL Generator GENERAL MAINTENANCE STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS RECOMMENDATIONS The generator should be started at least once every seven days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If this cannot The owner/operator is responsible for making sure that all...
  • Page 14 Generac Portable Products 10,000EXL Generator NOTES...
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    Generac Portable Products 10,000EXL Generator TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Correction One of the circuit breakers is open. Reset circuit breaker. Fault in generator. Contact Generac service facility. Engine is running, but no Poor connection or defective cord set. Check and repair.
  • Page 16: Schematic Diagram

    Generac Portable Products 10,000EXL Generator SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM...
  • Page 17: Wiring Diagram

    Generac Portable Products 10,000EXL Generator WIRING DIAGRAM...
  • Page 18: Generator Exploded View

    Generac Portable Products 10,000EXL Generator GENERATOR EXPLODED VIEW...
  • Page 19: Generator Parts List

    Generac Portable Products 10,000EXL Generator GENERATOR PARTS LIST Item Part # Qty Description Item Part # Qty Description ENGINE 49820 NUT, Nylok M8 - 1.25 BB4509A SHIELD, Heat 42907 CAPSCREW, M8 - 1.25 x 20 A77304 SUPPORT, Engine 49813 NUT, Hex M6 - 1.0...
  • Page 20: Control Panel Exploded View

    Generac Portable Products 10,000EXL Generator CONTROL PANEL EXPLODED VIEW...
  • Page 21: Control Panel Parts List

    Generac Portable Products 10,000EXL Generator CONTROL PANEL PARTS LIST Item Part # Qty Description AB4432 PANEL, Control B95906 BOX, Control 43437 OUTLET, 120/240V, 30A Locking 68759 OUTLET, 120V, 20A Duplex 68868 OUTLET, 120V, 30A Locking B5112 ASM, Diode 186102 ASSEMBLY, Engine Harness...
  • Page 22 Generac Portable Products 10,000EXL Generator ALTERNATOR EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Item Part # Qty Description B4906 SHIELD, Front B4907 GRID, Front B4908 BOLT, Shaft Stay B4909 STAY BOLT, M8 x 30 B4910 ASSEMBLY, Housing B4911 B4912 COVER, Blind End...
  • Page 23 Generac Portable Products 10,000EXL Generator WHEEL KIT EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Item Part # Qty Description B93393B HANDLE 39287 HHCS, M8 - 1.25 x 45 52858 NUT, Locking M8 - 1.25 B93394 LEG, Mounting Support 27007 MOUNT, Vibration 22145...
  • Page 24: Limited Warranty

    FOR OVERHEAD VALVE V-TWIN ENGINE-DRIVEN PORTABLE GENERATORS GENERAC PORTABLE PRODUCTS (hereafter referred to as the COMPANY) warrants to the original purchaser that all components originally equipped with the generator, excluding the engine, for its portable generator will be free from defects in materials or workmanship for the items and period set forth below from the date of original purchase.

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