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Generac Power Systems 9801-7 Owner's Manual

10,000 watt ac generator
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Parts Included*
• Generator
• Wheel kit
• Storage Cover
• Battery
• Battery Float Charger
• Battery Charge Cables
• Spare Air Filter and Pre-cleaner
• Spare Oil Filter
• (2) Spare Spark Plugs
• Spark Plug Wrench
• (2) Locking 30 Amp Plugs
• Locking 20 Amp Plug
• (2) Engine Oil
• Owner's Manual
• Engine Manual
*If any parts are missing or damaged, call 1-800-270-1408.
Model No. 9801-7 (10,000 Watt AC Generator) Manual No. 189484GS Revision 2 (09/24/2002)
Owner's Manual
Questions? Help is just a moment away!
Call: Generac Generator Helpline - 1-800-270-1408 M-F 8-5 CT
Web: www.generac-portables.com or www.briggsandstratton.com

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Safety Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Know Your Generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-12
Product Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Schematic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Replacement Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-23

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    *If any parts are missing or damaged, call 1-800-270-1408. Call: Generac Generator Helpline - 1-800-270-1408 M-F 8-5 CT Web: www.generac-portables.com or www.briggsandstratton.com Model No. 9801-7 (10,000 Watt AC Generator) Manual No. 189484GS Revision 2 (09/24/2002) Owner’s Manual Table of Contents Safety Rules .

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    Generator” on page 12. Every effort has been made to ensure that information in this manual is accurate and current. However, Generac reserves the right to change, alter or otherwise improve the product and this document at any time without prior notice.
  • Page 3 • Use generator only for intended uses. • If you have questions about intended use, ask dealer or contact Generac. • Operate generator only on level surfaces. • DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, dirt, or corrosive vapors.

  • Page 4: Install Wheel Kit

    Your generator requires some assembly and is ready for use after it has been properly serviced with the recommended oil and fuel. If you have any problems with the assembly of your generator, please call the generator helpline at 1-800-270-1408. IMPORTANT: Any attempt to run the unit before it has been serviced with the recommended oil will result in an engine failure.

  • Page 5: Assembly

    Attach the vibration mounts to the support leg with a 30mm capscrew and lock nut. With the wheels on, secure the support leg assembly to the cradle with 20 mm long capscrews, flat washers, and lock washers. 10. Check each fastener to ensure it is secure and the tires are inflated between 15-40 PSI.

  • Page 6: Know Your Generator

    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 locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Electric Start Button Oil Fill Cap Circuit Breakers (AC) Ignition Switch...

  • Page 7: Operation

    GROUNDING THE GENERATOR The National Electrical Code requires that the frame and external electrically conductive parts of this generator be properly connected to an approved earth ground. Local electrical codes may also require additional grounding of the unit. For that purpose, a GROUNDING WING NUT is provided on the generator end (Figure 4).

  • Page 8: Charging A Battery

    5A. For electric starting, press start switch on generator cradle.To prolong the life of the starter components, press the starter button for no more than 15 seconds, and pause for 30 seconds. 5B. For manual starting, grasp the recoil handle and pull slowly until slight resistance is felt.Then pull rapidly one time only to start engine.
  • Page 9 • Start engine. Let the engine run while battery recharges. • When battery has charged, shut down engine NOTE: Use an automotive hydrometer to test battery state of charge and condition. Follow the hydrometer manufacturer’s instructions carefully. Generally, a battery is considered to be at 100% state of charge when specific gravity of its fluid (as measured by hydrometer) is 1.260 or higher.
  • Page 10 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking Receptacle Use a NEMA L14–30 plug with this receptacle. Connect a 4–wire cord set rated for 250 Volt AC loads at 30 Amps (or greater) (Figure 12).You can use the same 4–wire cord if you plan to run a 120 Volt load.
  • Page 11 120 Volt, 20 Amp Locking Type Receptacle Use a NEMA L5–20 plug with this receptacle. Connect a 3–wire cord set rated for 125 Volt AC loads at 20 Amps to the plug (Figure 14). Figure 14 — 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Locking Receptacle 3-Wire Cord Set Ground (Green) Use this receptacle to operate 120 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single...

  • Page 12: Power Management

    DON'T OVERLOAD YOUR GENERATOR Capacity You must make sure your generator can supply enough rated (running) and surge (starting) watts for the items you will power at the same time. Follow these simple steps: Select the items you will power at the same time. Total the rated (running) watts of these items.This is the amount of power your generator must produce to keep your items running.

  • Page 13: Product Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Surge Watts ....12,500 watts Continuous Wattage Capacity ..10,000 watts Power Factor ......1.0 Rated Maximum Continuous AC Load Current: At 120 Volts .

  • Page 14: Storage

    STORAGE The generator should be started at least once every seven days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If this cannot be done and you must store the unit for more than 30 days, use the following guidelines to prepare it for storage.

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    Choke is opened too soon. Carburetor is running too rich or too lean. Correction Reset circuit breaker. Contact Generac service facility. Check and repair. Connect another device that is in good condition. Disconnect shorted electrical load. Contact Generac service facility.

  • Page 16: Schematic

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  • Page 17: Wiring Diagram

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  • Page 18: Replacement Parts

    10000EXL Extended Life Generator EXPLODED VIEW – MAIN UNIT...
  • Page 19 PARTS LIST – MAIN UNIT Item Part # Qty Description 1 ENGINE JB4509AGS 1 SHIELD, Heat A77304GS 2 SUPPORT, Engine JB5567GS 1 SHIELD, Heat 80270GS 1 VALVE, Fuel Shut-Off 78299GS 1 BUSHING, Fuel Valve B4325GS 1 CAP, Fuel Tank 38353GS 6 MOUNTS,Vibration 78831BGS 4 SCREW...
  • Page 20 10000EXL Extended Life Generator EXPLODED VIEW – CONTROL PANEL...
  • Page 21 PARTS LIST – CONTROL PANEL Item Part # Qty Description AB4432GS 1 PANEL, Control B95906GS 1 BOX, Control 43437GS 1 OUTLET, 120/240V, 30A Locking 68759GS 1 OUTLET, 120V, 20A Duplex 68868GS 1 OUTLET, 120V, 30A Locking B5112GS 1 ASSY, Diode 186102GS 1 ASSY, Engine Harness 90576GS...
  • Page 22 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST – WHEEL KIT Item Part # BB5586GS B4605GS 39287GS 22145GS 49820GS 187104GS B4135GS B93394GS 191413GS 10 52858GS 11 22129GS 12 39253GS 13 42909GS 14 191267BGS 15 B89635GS 16 89742GS 17 22247GS 18 191265GS 10000EXL Extended Life Generator Qty Description 2 HANDLE (Includes Item 2) 2 GRIP...
  • Page 23 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST – ALTERNATOR 10000EXL Extended Life Generator Item Part # Qty Description B4906GS 1 SHIELD, Front B4907GS 2 GRID, Front B4908GS 1 BOLT, Shaft Stay B4909GS 4 BOLT, Stay B4910GS 1 ASSY, Housing B4911GS 1 CAP B4912GS 1 COVER, Blind End B4913GS...

  • Page 24: Limited Warranty

    GENERAC PORTABLE PRODUCTS OWNER WARRANTY POLICY Effective October 1, 2001 "Generac Portable Products, LLC will repair or replace, free of charge, any part, or parts of the equipment that are defective in material or workmanship or both.Transportation charges on parts submitted for repair or replacement under this Warranty must be borne by purchaser.

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