Table Of Contents - Generac Power Systems RV 45 SERIES Owner's Manual

Part I - Operating Instructions
Introduction .................................Inside Front Cover
Read This Manual Thoroughly ....................................... IFC
Contents ......................................................................... IFC
Operation and Maintenance .......................................... IFC
How to Obtain Service ................................................... IFC
Authorized Service Dealer Locator Number ......................IFC
Safety Rules ............................................................. 2
Section 1 - General Information ............................. 4
1.1 Generator Identification .............................................. 4
1.2 Generator Applicability ............................................... 5
1.3 Installation ................................................................... 5
1.4 Safety .......................................................................... 5
1.5 Generator AC Connection System ............................. 5
1.6 Specifications .............................................................. 6
Section 2 - Operation .............................................. 7
2.1 Generator Control Panel ............................................. 7
2.2 Optional Remote Start/Stop Panel ............................. 8
2.3 Automatic Choke ........................................................ 8
2.4 Before Starting the Engine ......................................... 8
2.5 Starting the Generator ................................................ 9
2.6 Stopping the Generator .............................................. 9
2.7 Applying Loads to Generator ................................... 10
2.8 Protection Systems ................................................... 10
Section 3 - Maintenance........................................ 11
3.1 Checking the Engine Oil Level ................................. 11
3.2 Changing the Engine Oil and/or Oil Filter ................ 11
3.3 Maintaining the Engine Air Cleaner .......................... 12
3.4 Checking the Engine Spark Plug ............................. 12
3.5 Fuel Filter (Gasoline Only) ........................................ 13
3.6 Clean Spark Arrestor ................................................ 13
3.7 Cleaning the Generator ............................................ 13
3.8 Battery Maintenance ................................................. 13
3.9 Adjusting Valve Clearance ........................................ 14
3.10 Major Service Manual ............................................... 15
3.11 Drive Belt ................................................................... 15
3.12 Exercising the Generator .......................................... 15
3.13 Out of Service Procedure ......................................... 15
3.14 RV Generator Service Interval .................................. 15
Section 4 - Notes ................................................... 16

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Recreational Vehicle Generators
Part II - Installation Instructions
Safety Rules ........................................................... 18
Section 1 - General Information .......................... 20
1.1 Purpose and Scope of the Installation
Instructions ................................................................ 20
1.2 Safety ........................................................................ 20
1.3 Standards Booklets .................................................. 20
1.4 Equipment Description ............................................. 20
1.5 Generator Engine Operating Speed ........................ 20
1.6 Generator AC Connection System ........................... 20
Section 2 - Installation ......................................... 22
Major Features and Dimensions .............................. 21
2.1 Location and Support ............................................... 22
2.2 Generator Compartments ......................................... 23
2.3 Cooling and Ventilating Air ....................................... 25
2.4 Gasoline Fuel System ............................................... 27
2.5 Exhaust System ........................................................ 27
2.6 Electrical Connections .............................................. 29
2.7 Battery Installation .................................................... 30
2.8 Optional Accessories ................................................ 32
Section 3 - Post Installation ................................ 33
3.1 Post Installation Tests ............................................... 33
3.2 Before Initial Start-up ................................................ 33
3.3 Initial Start ................................................................. 33
3.4 Testing Under Load ................................................... 33
3.5 Installation Checklist ................................................. 34
Section 4 - Troubleshooting .................................. 35
4.1 Troubleshooting Guide ............................................. 35
Section 5 - Notes ................................................... 36
Section 6 - Electrical Data ..................................... 38
Section 7 - Exploded Views and Parts Lists ........ 40
Section 8 - Warranty .............................................. 52
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