Battery Cable Connection (Electric Start Only); Product Overview; Operation; Know The Generator - Generac Power Systems GP Series Owner's Manual

Operation

1.2.2 BATTERY CABLE CONNECTION (ELECTRIC START
ONLY)
The unit has been deliberately shipped with the battery cables
disconnected. You will need a 10mm wrench to secure the battery
cables.
To connect the battery (see Figure 15 for connection details):
1. Cut off cable ties securing battery cables and remove red
covers from battery terminals.
2. First, connect the red cable to the positive (+) battery terminal
with the bolt, lock washer and nut supplied.
3. Connect the black cable to the negative (-) battery terminal
with the bolt, lock washer and nut supplied.
4. Make sure all connections are secure. Slide the rubber boots
over the terminals and connection hardware.
If the battery is unable to start the engine, charge it with the
12V charger included in the accessory box (see the "Charging a
Battery" section for details).

2.1 KNOW THE GENERATOR

Read the Owner's Manual and Safety Rules before operating
this generator.
Compare the generator to Figures 2 through 4 to become
familiarized with the locations of various controls and adjustments.
Save this manual for future reference.
1. 230 Volt AC, 16 Amp, CEE 7/4, Type F Receptacle – Supplies
electrical power for the operation of 230 Volt AC, 16 Amp,
single-phase, 50 Hz electrical lighting, appliance, tool and
motor loads.
2. 230 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle – Supplies
electrical power for the operation of 230 Volt AC, 30 Amp,
single-phase, 50 Hz, electrical lighting, appliances, tools and
motor loads. To be used with supplied adapter cord.
3. Circuit Breakers (AC) – Each receptacle is provided with a
push-to-reset circuit breaker to protect the generator against
electrical overload.
4. Oil Drain – Use to drain engine oil.
5. Air Filter – Filters intake air as it is drawn into the engine.
6. Choke Knob – Used when starting a cold engine.
7. Fuel Tank – See generator Specifications for tank capacity.
8. Grounding Lug – Ground the generator to an approved earth
ground here. See "Grounding the Generator" for details.
9. Run/Stop Switch – Controls the operation of the generator
(pull start models).
9A. Start Switch – Used to start engine from the starter motor
(electric start models only).
10. Muffler – Quiets the engine.
11. Handle – Pivot and retract for storage. Press the spring-
loaded button to move handles (GP5000/GP6000 only).
12. Gas Cap – Fuel fill location.
6
NOTE:
13. Fuel Gauge – Shows fuel level in tank.
14. Oil Fill – Add oil here.
15. Recoil Starter – Use to start engine manually.
16. Fuel Shut Off – Valve between fuel tank and carburetor.
17. Battery Charger Input – This receptacle allows the capability
to recharge the 12 volt DC storage battery provided with
the 12 Volt Adaptor Plug Charger which is included in the
Accessory Box. Located behind the battery charger input is
a 1.50 Amp in-line fuse which is inside the control panel to
protect the battery (electric start models only).
18. Battery – Powers the electric starter (electric start models
only).
19. Hourmeter – Tracks hours of operation (GP5000/GP6000
only).
20. Spark Arrestor – Reduces fire hazards by containing sparks
(GP2600 only).
Figure 2A - Control Panel (GP5000)
Figure 2B - Control Panel (GP6000)