To Start The Engine; Stopping The Engine; Low Oil Level Shutdown System; Sensing Low Oil Level - Generac Power Systems 005981-2 Owner's Manual

Maintenance

2.7 TO START THE ENGINE

 Never start or stop engine with electrical
devices plugged into the receptacles AND
devices turned on.
• See the KNOW THE GENERATOR section for component
location.
1. Unplug all electrical loads from the unit's receptacles before
starting the engine.
2. Make sure the unit is in a level position (not to exceed 15° in
any direction).
3. OPEN the Fuel Shut-off Valve (Figure 11).
4. Turn engine ON/OFF switch to ON position (Figure 11).
5. Move engine CHOKE lever to the FULL CHOKE position (Figure
11).
6. To start engine, firmly grasp the recoil handle and pull slowly
until increased resistance is felt. Pull rapidly up and away.
7. When engine starts, move choke lever to 1/2-CHOKE position
until engine runs smoothly and then fully into RUN position.
If engine falters, move choke back out to 1/2-CHOKE position
until engine runs smoothly and then to RUN position.
If engine fires, but does not continue to run, move choke lever to
the START position and repeat starting instructions.

2.8 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 ON/OFF switch to OFF position.
4. Close fuel valve.

2.9 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.

2.9.1 SENSING LOW 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.
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NOTICE:

3.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Follow the calendar intervals. More frequent service is required
when operating in adverse conditions noted below.
Check Oil Level
Change Oil ¥
Check Valve Clearance
Service Air Filter
Replace Spark Plug
¥ Change oil after first 20 hours of operation.
* Change oil 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.
**** Clean and re-gap spark plug every 50 hours.

3.2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

3.2.1 GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS

Rated. Power ...............................................................1.8 kW**
Surge Power ..................................................................2.05 kW
Rated AC Voltage ..................................................................120
Rated Current ............................................................15 Amps**
Rated Frequency ......................................... 60 Hz @ 3600 RPM
Phase ..................................................................... Single Phase
** Maximum wattage is subject to, and limited by, such factors as fuel Btu
content, ambient temperature, altitude, engine condition, etc.. Maximum
power decreases about 3.5% for each 1,000 feet above sea level; and will
also decrease about 1% for each 6° C (10° F) above 16° C (60° F) ambient
temperature.

3.2.2 ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

Displacement ................................................................... 163 cc
Spark Plug Type ............F6TC, NGK BP6IS or Champion RN11YC
Spark Plug Gap .................................... 0.030 inch or (0.76 mm)
Gasoline Capacity ...............................13.25 L (3.5 U.S. gallons)
Oil Type....... See Chart in "Before Starting the Generator" Section
Oil Capacity .................................................... 0.6 L (0.634 Qts.)
Run Time ................................................10.5 Hours at 1/2 Load
Class II Emission Certified*
* The engine manufacturer must warrant the emission control system
for a period of two years. This warranty coverage is in addition to
the warranty provided by Generac, and may cover the engine even if
Generac's warranty does not.
At Each Use
*Every 50 Hours
***Every Season
**Every 25 Hours
****Every 100 Hours