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Portable
Generator
Owner's Manual
Model No. 1575-0 (3,100 Watt AC Generator)
Manual No. 188385 Revision 0 (4/6/2001)
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  • Page 1 Generator Owner's Manual Model No. 1575-0 (3,100 Watt AC Generator) Manual No. 188385 Revision 0 (4/6/2001) Visit our Generac website: www.generac-portables.com _[iL This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.Obey all safety messages...
  • Page 2: Equipment Description

    Generac Portable Products 3,100 Watt Generator SAFETY RULES EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION This generator set was designed and manufactured for specific applications. Do Not attempt to modify the unit The generator is an engine-driven, revolving field, or use it for any application it was not designed for. If you alternating current (AC) generator.
  • Page 3 Generac Portable Products 3,100 Watt Generator • The generator produces a very powerful voltage that can • Never operate the generator: cause serious injury or death by electrocution. Never in rain; in any enclosedcompartment; when connected touch bare wires or receptacles. Never permit a child electrical devices overheat;...
  • Page 4: Your Generator

    Generac Portable P roducts 3,100 WattGenerator KNOW YOUR GENERATOR Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your generator. Compare the illustrations with your generator, to familiarize yourself with the locationsof variouscontrols and adjustments. Savethis manual for future reference.
  • Page 5 Generac Portable P roducts 3,100 WattGenerator CARTON CONTENTS • Use regular UNLEADED gasoline in the generator. Do Not use premium gasoline. Do Not mix oil with Check all contents. If any parts are missing or damaged, call gasoline. Do Not overfill the gas tank.
  • Page 6 Set the rocker switch to "On" position (Figure 5). Under certain weather conditions (temperatures below 40°F [4°C] and a high dew point), your Generac generator may experience problems. In an emergency, use the original shipping box as a temporary shelter: •...
  • Page 7 Generac Portable Products 3,100 Watt Generator • Start unit, then place box over it CAUTION! Remove shelter when temperature is above 40°F [4°C]. For a more permanent shelter, build a structure that will enclose three sides and the top of the generator.
  • Page 8 G,', 'cPort',,Prod,ct,3 DON'T OVERLOAD • If the appliance, tool or motor does not give wattage, multiply 120 Volts times ampere rating to determine G EN ERATO R watts (volts x amps = watts). • Some electric motors, such as inductiontypes, require Overloading a generator in excess of its rated wattage about three times more watts of power for starting than capacity can result in damage to generator and to...
  • Page 9: Specifications

    Generac Portable P roducts 3,100 W attGenerator SPECIFICATIONS eventually decrease the insulationresistance of these windings. Maximum Surge Watts ....3,875 Watts To Clean the Generator Continuous Wattage Capacity ..3,100 Watts Power Factor ......• Use a clampcloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.
  • Page 10 Generac Portable Products 3,100 Watt Generator NOTES...
  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    Generac Portable Products 3,100 Watt Generator TROUBLESHOOTING Solution Problem Cause Reset circuit breaker. Circuit breaker isopen. Poor connection or defective cord set. Check and repair. Engine is running, Connected device is bad. Connect another device that is in good no AC output condition.
  • Page 12 Generac Portable Products 3,100 Watt Generator ÷ SCHEMATIC WIRING DIAGRAM >.>.>.>.>.>.>.>.>.>_ "O "_ SCHEMATIC WIRING DIAGRAM C'--I -_._...
  • Page 13: Parts List

    Generac Portable Products 3,100 Watt Generator 1--O EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST- CONTROL PANEL Item Part # Item Part # Description Description B95600 68759 COVER, Controt Panel OUTLET, 120V, 20A Duplex 75475 PPHMS,M4 0.7 x l0 38150 WASHER, Flat, #8 94396B...
  • Page 14 Generac Portable Products 3,100 Watt Generator 1--© EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST- HAIN UNIT...
  • Page 15 Generac Portable Products 3,100 Watt Generator 1--O Item Part # Description ENGINE A 188299 ASSEMBLY, C radle 67989 NUT, M8 FlangedSerrated 77816 DECAL, Caution Hot Muffler 85651 MOUNT, Vibration Engine 66365 HOUSING, EngineAdapter 86307 CAPSCREW, Hx Hd 5/16"-24 x 3/4"...
  • Page 16: Warranty

    GN ENGINE SERIES) Generac Portable Products(hereafter referred to as the COMPANY) warrants to the original purchaser that its generator will be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one year* from the date of original purchase. This warranty does not apply to units used for prime power in place of utility.

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