Section 3 - Operation; Generator Control And Operation; Operating Unit With Manual; Transfer Switch - Generac Power Systems 004810-0 Owner's Manual

3.1 GENERATOR CONTROL AND
OPERATION
Refer to the appropriate control panel operator's
manual for this unit.
3.3 OPERATING UNIT WITH
AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH
If your generator has been installed along with an
automatic transfer switch, such as a Generac GTS-
type switch, the engine may be started and stopped
automatically or manually.
Refer to the applicable manual for your transfer
switch and to "Transfer Switch Start Signal
Connections" (Page 13). In addition, please note
the dangers under "Engine Start-up and Transfer."
4.1

SERVICE SCHEDULE

4.1.1 AUTHORIZED OPERATOR
MAINTENANCE FUNCTIONS
4.1.1.1 Every Month or 100 Hours
(whichever comes first)
• Test standby generator system.
• Inspect battery (batteries) and cables.
• Check engine oil level.
• Check gearbox oil level (if so equipped).
• Check engine coolant level.
• Check generator ground connections.
• Test/inspect starting aids.
4.1.1.2 Every Three Months or Every 120
Hours
(whichever comes first)
• Inspect and test fuel system and connections.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect/test fuel supply system.
4.1.2 AUTHORIZED SERVICE TECHNICIAN
MAINTENANCE FUNCTIONS
4.1.2.1 After First 30 Hours of Operation
• Inspect wiring.
• Change engine crankcase oil and oil filter.
• Inspect engine fan belts.
• Inspect battery (batteries) and cables.
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Section 4 – Maintenance
Generac Standby Generator Sets
NOTE:
4.1.2.2 Every Six Months or Every 200 Hours
(whichever comes first)
• Change engine oil and filter.
• Lubricate engine controls.
• Service engine air cleaner.
• Service engine fuel filter.
• Inspect AC generator.
• Test engine safety controls.
• Inspect fan belts.
• Check engine coolant level.
• Inspect engine cooling system hoses.
• Check optional starting aids.
• Check battery (batteries).
• Check engine compression.
• Check electrical connections.
• Check/test annunciator panel.
• Perform operational test.
4.1.2.3 Annually or Every 600 Hours
(whichever comes first)
• Check engine valve clearance.
• Test fuel injection nozzles.
• Test injection timing.
• Inspect all wiring.
• Test engine starter operation.
• Drain water from fuel tank.
• Retorque fan bolts.
• Drain and refill gearbox (If so equipped, contact
sales for availability.)
4.1.2.4 Every Two Years
• Replace all rubber hoses.
• Replace engine fan belts.
• Inspect the Standby Generator System.
• Drain, flush, refill cooling system.
4.1.2.5 Every 1,000 Operating Hours
• Inspect engine DC alternator.
• Inspect engine starter.
• Retorque engine mounting brackets.
• Remove/test fuel injection pump.
• Remove/test cooling system thermostat.
4.1.2.6 As Required
• Bleed engine fuel system.