Assembly - Generac Power Systems 1470-0 Owner's Manual

ASSEMBLY

Your generator requires attachment of the negative battery
cable and is ready for use after it has been properly
serviced with the recommended oil and fuel.
Check Battery / Attach Negative
Battery Wire
The sealed battery on the generator is fully charged and
pre–installed except for the negative (black) battery cable.
To install:
1. Cut off tie wrap securing loose end of negative (black)
cable.
2. Remove nut and washer on negative battery terminal.
3. Slide negative battery cable over screw on negative
terminal (Figure 1).
Figure 1 — Negative Battery Connection
Nut
Negative
battery
Screw
cable
4. Reattach washer and nut and tighten.
5. Verify that connections to battery and generator are
tight and secure.
7000EXL Extended Life Generator
Washer
Positive battery cable
BEFORE STARTING THE
ENGINE
Add Engine Oil and Fuel
• Place generator on a level surface.
• Refer to engine owner's manual and follow oil and fuel
recommendations and instructions.
CAUTION
Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has
been properly filled with the recommended oil will result
in equipment failure.
• Refer to engine manual for oil and fuel fill information.
• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
NOTE: Check oil often during engine break–in. Refer to
engine owner's manual for recommendations.
NOTE: The generator assembly rotates on a prelubricated
and sealed ball bearing that requires no additional
lubrication for the life of the bearing.
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