Product Specifications; Know The Generator - Generac Portable Products RS5500 Owner's Manual

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2.4.1 — Generator Specifications
Rated Power ................................................ 5.5 / 7.0 kW
Surge Power ............................................6.87 / 8.75 kW
Rated AC Voltage............................................... 120/240
Rated AC Load
Current @ 240V .............................. 22.9 / 29.2 Amps**
Current @ 120V .............................. 45.8 / 58.4 Amps**
Rated Frequency ............................. 60 Hz @3600 RPM
Phase .........................................................Single Phase
Operating Temperature Range ..... 0 °F (-8 °C) to 104 °F
(40 °C)*
* When operated above 77 °F (25 °C) there may be a decrease in
power.
** Maximum wattage and current are subject to, and limited by, such
factors as fuel Btu content, ambient temperature, altitude, engine
condition, etc. Maximum power decreases about 3.5% for each 1,000
feet above sea level; and will also decrease about 1% for each 10 °F
(-12.2 °C) above 60 °F (16 °C) ambient temperature.
2.4.2 — Engine Specifications - 5.5 / 7.0 kW
Displacement ...................389 cc/420 cc - 5.5 kW / 7 kW
Spark Plug Type ................................... Champion N9YC
Spark Plug Gap ........... 0.028-0.031 inch (0.70-0.80 mm)
Fuel Capacity ................6.7 gallons (25.4 liters) - 5.5 kW
......................................7.5 gallons (28.4 liters) - 7.0 kW
Oil Type ................................................see Section 2.6.1
Oil Capacity..................................1.06 Quarts (1.0 liters)
Run Time at 50% Load ...11 Hour /12 hours - 5.5/7.0 kW
RS5500 / RS7000E PowerDial Series Portable Generators
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Figure 2-5. Control Panel - CSA
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Compare the generator to Figures 2-5 through 2-7 to
become familiarized with the locations of various controls
and adjustments.
Read the Owner's Manual and Safety Rules before
operating this generator.
1. 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking Receptacle –
Supplies electrical power for the operation of 120
and/or 240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, single-phase, 60 Hz
electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads.
2. Circuit Breakers (AC) – A 2-pole circuit breaker pro-
tects the rated output of the 30 Amp Twistlock outlet
(CSA only). Each duplex receptacle and the 30 Amp
Twistlock are provided with a push-to-reset circuit
breakers to protect against electrical overload
(49 State).
3. Hourmeter - Tracks hours of operation to perform
required maintenance.
4. Battery Charger Input (7.0 kW only) – Permits
recharging of the battery. A 12 volt charger is
included. A 1.50 Amp in-line fuse is located behind
the control panel to protect the battery when
charging.
5. 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp Duplex Outlets – Supplies
electrical power for the operation of 120 Volt AC, 20
Amp, single-phase, 60 Hz, electrical lighting, appli-
ance, tool and motor loads.
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