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5500XL
Portable Generator Owner's Manual
Model No. 1314–0 (5500 Watt AC Generator) Manual No. B4360 Revision 4 (9/20/2000)
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  • Page 1 5500XL Portable Generator Owner’s Manual Model No. 1314–0 (5500 Watt AC Generator) Manual No. B4360 Revision 4 (9/20/2000) 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.

  • Page 2: Equipment Description

    Generac Portable Products 5500XL 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 5500XL 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: Know Your Generator

    Generac Portable Products 5500XL 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 5: Install Wheel Kit

    Generac Portable Products 5500XL Generator INSTALL WHEEL KIT To install your wheel kit you need the following: NOTE: Make sure the wheel air inflation valves are facing outward. • Socket wrench with 1/2" or 13mm socket. • Attach the vibration mounts to the support leg with M8 Install Wheel Kit as follows: (See Figure 2) x 30mm capscrews, M8 washers and lock nuts.

  • Page 6: Before Starting The Engine

    Generac Portable Products 5500XL Generator BEFORE STARTING THE • Use regular UNLEADED gasoline with the Generator engine. Do Not use premium gasoline. Do Not mix oil ENGINE with gasoline. • Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove cap. Add Oil •...

  • Page 7: Operating The Generator

    Generac Portable Products 5500XL Generator OPERATING THE Grasp the recoil handle and pull slowly until slight resistance is felt. Then pull rapidly one time only to GENERATOR start engine. • If engine starts, proceed to step 7. CAUTION! Never start or stop the engine with •...

  • Page 8: Operating Automatic Idle Control

    Generac Portable Products 5500XL Generator Operating Automatic Idle Control To recharge 12 Volt batteries, proceed as follows: • Check fluid level in all battery cells. If necessary, add This switch is designed to greatly improve fuel economy. ONLY distilled water to cover separators in battery When this switch is turned ON, the engine will only cells.

  • Page 9: Cold Weather Operation

    Generac Portable Products 5500XL Generator COLD WEATHER • Ensure a minimum of two feet clearance between open side of box and nearest object. OPERATION • Face exposed end away from wind and elements. • Enclosure should hold enough heat created by the Under certain weather conditions (temperatures below generator to prevent icing problem.
  • Page 10 Generac Portable Products 5500XL Generator 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking 120 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle Receptacle Use a NEMA L14-30 plug with this receptacle. Connect a Use a NEMA L5-30 plug with this receptacle. Connect a 4-wire cord set rated for 250 Volt AC loads at 30 Amps 3-wire cord set rated for 125 Volts AC at 30 Amps to the (or greater) (Figure 10).

  • Page 11: Don't Overload The Generator

    Generac Portable Products 5500XL Generator DON’T OVERLOAD THE • If the appliance, tool or motor does not give wattage, multiply 120 Volts times ampere rating to determine GENERATOR watts (volts x amps = watts). • Some electric motors, such as induction types, require...

  • Page 12: Specifications

    Generac Portable Products 5500XL Generator GENERAL MAINTENANCE STORAGE 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 13: Troubleshooting

    Generac Portable Products 5500XL Generator TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Circuit breaker is open. Reset circuit breaker. Poor connection or defective Check and repair. cord set. Engine is running, but no AC Connected device is bad. Connect another device that is in good output is available.

  • Page 14: Electrical Schematic

    Generac Portable Products 5500XL Generator ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC...

  • Page 15: Wiring Diagram

    Generac Portable Products 5500XL Generator WIRING DIAGRAM...

  • Page 16: Exploded View - Main Unit

    Generac Portable Products 5500XL Generator EXPLODED VIEW – MAIN UNIT...
  • Page 17 Generac Portable Products 5500XL Generator PARTS LIST – MAIN UNIT Item Part # Qty. Description Item Part # Qty. Description G92432 CRADLE 57058 HHMS, M6-1.0 x 55 G92531 SUPPORT, Engine 80270 VALVE, Tank G92731 SUPPORT, Engine & Muffler 78299 BUSHING, Plastic Tank...
  • Page 18 Generac Portable Products 5500XL Generator EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST – WHEEL KIT Item Part # Qty. Description B93393A HANDLE 89742 WHEEL 93693A AXLE 87005 PIN, Retaining B89635 SPACER, Wheel B93696 LEG, Support 27007 MOUNT, Vibration 42909 CAPSCREW, Hex Hd. M8 - 1.25 x 30...
  • Page 19 Generac Portable Products 5500XL Generator EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST – CONTROL PANEL Item Part # Qty. Description Item Part # Qty. Description A92070 PANEL, Control 43437 OUTLET, 120V/240V, 30A 23897 FLAT WASHER, #10 M5 Locking 49226 LOCK WASHER, M5...

  • Page 20: Limited Warranty

    FOR "GN" ENGINE DRIVEN PORTABLE GENERATORS GENERAC PORTABLE PRODUCTS (hereafter referred to as the COMPANY) warrants to the original purchaser that the alternator and control panel 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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