Stopping The Engine; Low Oil Level Shutdown System; Charging The Battery (If Equipped); Maintenance - Generac Power Systems XP Series Owner's Manual

2.9 STOPPING THE ENGINE

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 stabilize the
internal temperatures of engine and generator.
3. Move START/RUN/STOP switch to the "OFF" position.
4. Close fuel valve.

2.10 LOw OIL LEVEL SHUTDOwN SYSTEM

The engine is equipped with a low oil level sensor that shuts down
the engine automatically when the oil level drops below a specified
level. If the engine shuts down by itself and the fuel tank has
enough gasoline, check engine oil level.
If the system senses a low oil level during operation, the engine
shuts down. The engine will not run until the oil has been refilled
to the proper level.

2.11 cHArGING THE BATTErY (IF EqUIPPED)

$ Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas while
recharging. An explosive mixture will remain around the
battery for a long time after it has been charged. The
slightest spark can ignite the hydrogen and cause an
explosion. Such an explosion can shatter the battery and
cause blindness or other serious injury.
Never permit smoking, open flame, sparks or any
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other source of heat around a battery. wear protective
goggles, rubber apron and rubber gloves when working
around a battery. Battery electrolyte fluid is an extremely
corrosive sulfuric acid solution that can cause severe
burns. If spill occurs flush area with clear water
immediately.
The battery shipped with the generator has been fully charged.
A battery may lose some of its charge when not in use for
prolonged periods of time. If the battery is unable to crank the
engine, plug in the 12V charger included in the accessory box
for a maximum time of 48 hours. rUNNING THE GENErATOr
wILL cHArGE THE BATTErY.
Use battery charger plug to keep the battery charged and ready for
use. Battery charging should be done in a dry location.
1. Plug charger into "Battery Charger Input" jack, located on the
control panel. Plug wall receptacle end of the battery charger
into a 230 Volt AC wall outlet (Figure 12).
2. Unplug battery charger from wall outlet and control panel jack
when generator is going to be in use.
NOTE:
3. Do not plug in the 12V battery charger adapter into the
generator outlets while engine is running to charge the battery.
(The generator has an automatic battery charger on board that
charges when the engine is running.)
Do not use the battery charger for more than 48 hours at one
charge. If the battery is completely discharged, start the unit
per the "Starting Pull Start Engines" section and recharge the
battery by running the unit.
Figure 12 - battery charger Jack
BATTERY
CHARGER
INPUT

3.1 PErFOrMING ScHEDULED MAINTENANcE

It is important to perform service as specified in the Maintenance
Schedule for proper generator operation, and to ensure that the
generator complies with the applicable emission standards for the
duration of its useful life. Service and repairs may be performed by
any capable person or repair shop. Additionally, emissions critical
maintenance must be performed as scheduled in order for the
Emissions Warranty to be valid. Emissions critical maintenance
consists of servicing the air filter and spark plugs in accordance
with the Maintenance Schedule.

3.2 MAINTENANcE ScHEDULE

Follow the calendar intervals. More frequent service is required
when operating in adverse conditions noted below.
Check Oil Level
Change Oil and Oil Filter‡
Check Valve Clearance
Service Air Filter
Replace Spark Plug
Clean Spark Arrestor Screen
‡ Change oil after first 30 hours of operation then every season.
* Change oil and oil filter every month when operating under heavy load 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 100 hours thereafter.

Maintenance

NOTE:
At Each Use
*Every 100 hours or Every Season
***Every Season
** Every 200 hours or Every Season
Every 200 hours or Every Season
Every 100 hours or Every Season
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