Drive Belts.14; Exercising The Generator.15; Out Of Service Protection.15; Return The Unit To Service After Storage.15 - Generac Power Systems Q-55G Series Owner's Manual

DRIVE BELTS
The engine drives the generator rotor by means of a
pulley and drive belt arrangement. The drive train, drive
belt and pulleys are warranted for the life of the gener¬
ator. Drive belt tension was properly adjusted before
the unit was shipped from the factory. If you suspect
that drive belt tension is incorrect, contact an authorized
service facility.
EXERCISING THE GENERATOR
Generac recommends that you start and operate the
generator at least once every seven days. Let the unit
run for at least 30 minutes to "exercise" the engine.
OUT OF SERVICE PROTECTION
If you cannot exercise the generator every seven days
and it is to be out of service longer than 30 days, prepare
the.generator for storage as follows:
• Start the engine and let it warm up.
• Close the fuel shutoff valve in the fuel supply line
and let the engine "run out of gas."
• While the engine is still warm from running, drain
the oil completely. Refill crankcase with SAE 10W-
30 oil having API classification "For Service SF."
• Attach a tag to the engine indicating the viscosity
and classification of the oil in the crankcase.
• Remove spark plugs and pour about two or three
tablespoons of clean, fresh, engine oil into spark
plug threaded openings. Crank engine several
times to distribute oil, then install and tighten spark
plugs.
• Remove the battery and store in a cool, dry room
on a wooden board. Never store the battery on any
concrete or wooden floor.
• Clean and wipe the entire generator.
RETURN THE UNIT TO SERVICE AFTER
STORAGE
To return the unit to service after storage, proceed as
follows:
• Check tag on engine for oil viscosity and classifica¬
tion. Verify that the correct recommended oil is
used in engine. If necessary, drain and refill with
proper oil.
• Check battery. Fill all cells to the proper level with
distilled water. DO NOT USE TAP WATER IN THE
BATTERY. Recharge battery to 100% state of
charge, or, if defective, replace the battery.
• Turn OFF all electrical loads, add gasoline if neces¬
sary, then start the engine.
• Let engine warm up.
• Apply electrical loads to at least 50% of the unit's
rated wattage capacity.
• When engine is thoroughly warmed up, shut it
down.
THE GENERATOR IS NOW READY FOR SERVICE.
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