Operation; Know The Generator - Generac Power Systems XG Series Owner's Manual

2.1 KNOW THE GENERATOR

Read the entire Owner's Manual and Safety Rules before
operating this generator.
Compare the generator to Figures 3 through 6 to become
familiarized with the locations of various controls and adjustments.
Save this manual for future reference.
1. Choke Knob – Used when starting a cold engine (Pull/Push).
2. Engine Switch – Controls the operation of the generator. The
switch is Start/Run/Stop.
3. Fuel Shut Off – Valve between fuel tank and carburetor. Turn
off and run carburetor out of fuel for extended storage.
4. Panel LED's – Provide illumination of the control panel while
the generator is operating.
5. 230 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle – Supplies
electrical power for the operation of 230 Volt AC, 30 Amp or
25 Amp, single-phase, 50 Hz, electrical lighting, appliances,
tools and motor loads.
6. 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, appliances, tools and
motor loads.
7. Circuit Breakers (AC) – Each 16 Amp receptacle is provided
with a push-to-reset circuit breaker of the same rating to
protect the generator against electrical overload.
8. Circuit Breakers (AC) – The 30 Amp receptacle is protected
with a push-to-reset circuit breaker of the same rating to
protect the generator against electrical overload.
9. PowerBar – Indicates the amount of power being used from
the generator; each section is approximately 25%.
10. Hourmeter – Provides operating hours for Service Intervals.
11. Battery Charger Input – This receptacle allows the capability
to recharge the 12 VDC engine starting battery with the 12 Volt
Adaptor Plug Charger. The battery is protected by a 1.50 Amp
in-line fuse which is inside the control panel.
12. Fuel Tank – See generator specifications for tank capacity.
13. Fuel Gauge – Shows fuel level in tank.
14. Handles – Pivot and retract for storage. Press the spring-
loaded button to move handles.
15. Oil Fill – Check oil level and add oil here.
16. Grounding Lug – Ground the generator to an approved earth
ground here. See "Grounding the Generator" for details.
17. Muffler – Includes the spark arrestor and quiets the engine.
18. Spark Plug Location – The spark plug ignites the Air/Fuel
Mixture (Side panel must be removed).
19. Engine Oil Filter – Filters engine oil; see Section 3.1 for the
proper service intervals.
20. Air Filter – Filters intake air as it is drawn into the engine.
21. Oil Drain – Drain valve to remove used oil from the engine
crankcase.
22. Recoil Starter – Use to start engine manually.
Figure 3 – Generator Locations

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