Stoppingthe Engine; Low Oil Level Shutdownsystem; Sensing Lowoillevel; Maintenanceschedule - Generac Power Systems LP Series Owner's Manual

Figure 12 - Choke Position
CHOKELEVER
LEFT = CHOKE--
RIGHT = RUN
2.8 STOPPING THEENGINE
1. Shut off all loads, then unplug the electrical loads from
generator panel receptacles. Never start or stop the engine
with electrical devices plugged in and turned on.
2. Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to stabilizethe
internaltemperaturesof engine and generator.
3. Move the ON/OFF switch to OFFposition.
4. Close fuel valve.
2.9 LOW OiLLEVEL SHUTDOWN SYSTEM
The engineis equippedwith a low oil levelsensor that shuts down
the engineautomaticallywhenthe oil leveldrops below a specified
level. If the engine shuts down by itself and the cylinder has
sufficient fuel, check engine oil level.
2.9.1 SENSING LOWOILLEVEL
If the system senses a low oil level during operation,the engine
shuts down. The enginewill not run until the oil has been refilled
to the proper level.
3.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Follow the calendar intervals. More frequent service is required
when operatingin adverseconditions noted below.
CheckOil Level
ChangeOil
CheckValveClearance
Service Air Filter
ReplaceSpark Plug
At Each Use
*Every 100 hours or Every Season
***Every Season
** Every50 hours or Every Season
Every Season
:i: Changeoil after first 30 hours of operation then every season.
* Changeoil and oil filter every monthwhen operating under heavyload or in high
temperatures.
** Clean more often under dirty or dusty operating conditions. Replace air filter
parts if they cannot be adequately cleaned.
*** Check valve clearance and adjust if necessary after first 50 hours of
operation and every 300 hours thereafteK
3.2 PRODUCT SPECIFiCATiONS
3.2.1 GENERATOR S PECIFICATIONS
RatedPower......................................................................... 3.25 kW**
Surge Power............................................................................. 3.75 kW
RatedAC Voltage...................................................................... 120/240
RatedAC Load
Current@ 240V............................................................. 13.5 Amps**
Current@ 120V............................................................. 27.0 Amps**
RatedFrequency.................................................... 60 Hz @ 3600 RPM
Phase................................................................................ SinglePhase
OperatingTemperatureRange................. 0° F (-17° C) to 110° F (43° C)
** Maximum wattage andcurrent a resubject t o, andlimitedby,suchfactors
asfuelBtucontent, a mbient t emperature, altitude, e ngine condition, e tc..
Maximum powerdecreases a bout 3 .5%for each1,000feetabove sealevel;
andwill alsodecrease a bout1%for each6° C (10° F)above16° C(60° F)
ambient t emperature.
3.2.2 ENG/NE SPECIFICATIONS
Displacement.............................................................................. 212 cc
Spark Plug Type................................................................ NGKBPR7ES
Spark Plug Part No............................................................ 0J00620106
Spark Plug Gap............................. 0.028-0.031 inch or (0.70-0.80 mm)
FuelCapacity ........................................................................ 20 Pounds
Oil Type .................. SeeChart in "Before Starting the Generator"Section
Oil Capacity ................................................................. 0.6 L (0.63 Qts.)
Run Time at 50% Load............................................................... 9 Hours
3.2.3 EMISSIONS INFORMATION
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires that this
generator comply with exhaust emission standards. The engine
used in this generator is certified to meet the applicable EPA
emission levels. It is important to follow the maintenance
specifications provided in this manuals to ensurethat the engine
complies with the applicableemission standardsfor the duration
of the engine'slife. The emissioncontrol system on this generator
consists of the following:
• Air Induction system • Ignition System
- Intake Pipe/Manifold - Spark Plug
- Air Cleaner - Ignition Coil
• Exhaust System • Fuel System
- Exhaustmanifold - Carburetor
- Muffler - Regulator
The Emissions Compliance Period referred to on the Emissions
Compliance Label indicates the number of operating hours
for which the engine has been shown to meet EPA emission
requirements.
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