General Information; Unpacking; Assembly - Generac Power Systems 006000-1 Owner's Manual

General Information

1.1 UNPACKING

• Remove all packaging material.
• Remove the generator from carton.
• Remove separate accessory box.
Standard 20 pound LP cylinder (tank) is not included.
1.1.1 ACCESSORY BOX
Check all contents. If any parts are missing or damaged, locate an
authorized dealer at 1-888-436-3722.
• 1 - Owner's Manual
• 0.6 - Liter Oil SAE 10W-30
• 2 - Never-Flat Wheels
• 1 - Oil Funnel
• 1 - Hardware Bag (containing the following):
– 2-Rubber Feet
– 2-1/2" Axle Pins
– 2-Cotter Pins
– 2-1/2" Flat Washers
Figure 1 – Accessories
Accessory Box
4
NOTE:
• 1 - Tank Bracket
• 1 - Frame Foot
• 1 - Tank Shroud
– 6-M8 Bolt (Long)
– 2-M8 Bolts (Short)
– 6-Hex Flanged M8 Nuts

1.2 ASSEMBLY

The generator requires some assembly prior to using it. If problems
arise when assembling the generator, please call the generator
helpline at 1-888-436-3722.
1.2.1 ASSEMBLING THE ACCESSORY KIT
The wheels are designed into the unit to greatly improve the
portability of the generator.
You will need the following tools to properly install the accessory
kit.
• Needle Nose Pliers
• Ratchet
• 5mm Allen wrench
The wheels are not intended for over-the-road use.
1. Refer to Figure 2 and install the Wheels as follows:
– Slide the Axle Pins through the Wheel, 1/2" Flat Washer, and Wheel
Bracket on the frame.
– Insert the Cotter Pin through the Axle Pin then bend the tabs (of the
Cotter Pins) outward to lock into place.
2. Refer to Figure 2 and install the Frame Foot and Rubber
Bumpers as shown.
– Slide the Rubber Bumper studs through the Frame Foot then install
the Locking Flange Nuts.
– Slide the Hex Head Bolts through the holes in the Frame Rail.
– Slide the Frame Foot onto the Hex Head Bolts then install the
Locking Flange Nuts.
3. Refer to Figure 2 and install the Tank Bracket as shown.
– Remove the hex nuts from the lower panel on each side at the
rear. Push Flathead bolts back for the bracket to fit and align holes
with bolts.
– Slide the long Bolts through the Tank Bracket and Cradle, then
install the Hex Nuts.
4. Install tank shroud as shown in Figure 2.
– Slide tab ends in between tubes in rear of cradle.
– Insert M8 Bolts (long) through tubes and into treaded inserts.
Figure 2 – Wheel & Handle Assembly
Tank Bracket Bolts,
2 per Side
• 10mm, 12mm, 13mm sockets
• 10mm, 12mm, 13mm wrenches
NOTE: