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GP Series
Owner's
Portable Generator
Manual
• SAFETY
• ASSEMBLY
• OPERATION
• TROUBLESHOOTING
• WARRANTY
AUTHORIZED DEALER SUPPORT:
MODEL: 005724-0
www.generac.com
or
1-888-GENERAC

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  • Page 1 GP Series Owner’s Portable Generator Manual • SAFETY • ASSEMBLY • OPERATION • TROUBLESHOOTING • WARRANTY AUTHORIZED DEALER SUPPORT: MODEL: 005724-0 www.generac.com 1-888-GENERAC...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Portable Generator System Owner's Manual Arranque del motor ............. 24 Detención del motor ............24 Introduction ..................1 Sistema de apagado por bajo nivel de aceite ....24 Read this Manual Thoroughly ............1 Sección 3 – Mantenimiento ............25 Safety Rules ..................
  • Page 3: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION DANGER Thank you for purchasing this model by Generac Power Systems, Inc.  Using a generator indoors WILL KILL YOU IN This model is a compact, high performance, air-cooled, engine driven MINUTES. Exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a generator designed to supply electrical power to operate electrical poison gas you cannot see or smell.
  • Page 4: Safety Rules

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Portable Generator System  SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – The manufacturer suggests that these rules for safe operation be copied and posted near the unit's installation site. Safety should be stressed to all operators and potential operators of this equipment. DANGER DANGER ...
  • Page 5: Standards Index

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Portable Generator System     ELECTRICAL HAZARDS EXPLOSION HAZARDS • All generators covered by this manual produce dangerous electrical • Do not smoke around the generator. Wipe up any fuel or oil spills voltages and can cause fatal electrical shock. Utility power delivers immediately.
  • Page 6: Section 1 - General Information

    Section 1 – General Information Portable Generator System 1.1 UNPACKING Figure 1 – Wheel Assembly • Remove all packaging material. • Remove separate accessory box. • Remove the generator from carton. 1.1.1 ACCESSORY BOX Check all contents. If any parts are missing or damaged, locate an authorized dealer at 1-888-436-3722.
  • Page 7: Cord Sets And Connection Plugs

    Section 2 – Operation Portable Generator System Figure 3 - Control Panel Figure 5 - Generator Controls 3. Air Filter – Filters intake air as it is drawn into the engine. 4. Choke Knob – Used when starting a cold engine. 5.
  • Page 8: How To Use The Generator

    Section 2 – Operation Portable Generator System 2.3 HOW TO USE THE GENERATOR 2.4 DON’T OVERLOAD THE GENERATOR If there are any problems operating the generator, please call the Overloading a generator in excess of its rated wattage capacity can generator helpline at 1-888-436-3722.
  • Page 9: Before Starting The Generator

    Section 2 – Operation Portable Generator System Hand Drill ........250 to 1100 Hedge Trimmer .
  • Page 10: To Start The Engine

    Section 2 – Operation Portable Generator System IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming Figure 10 - Choke Position in fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel hose or tank during storage. Alcohol-blended fuels (called gasohol, ethanol or methanol) Choke Position can attract moisture, which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage.
  • Page 11: Section 3 - Maintenance

    Section 3 — Maintenance Portable Generator System 3.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 3.3 GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS Follow the calendar intervals. More frequent service is required when The warranty of the generator does not cover items that have been operating in adverse conditions noted below. subjected to operator abuse or negligence.
  • Page 12: Service Air Filter

    Section 3 — Maintenance Portable Generator System 3.3.4 CHECKING OIL LEVEL 3.3.6 REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG See the “Before Starting the Generator” section for information on Use spark plug F6TC, NGK BPR4ES or Champioin RN14YC. checking the oil level. The oil level should be checked before each Replace the plug once each year.
  • Page 13: Valve Clearance

    Section 3 — Maintenance Portable Generator System To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before Figure 13 - Air Filter storage of 30 days or longer, as follows: • Remove all gasoline from the fuel tank. Air Cleaner Cover DANGER ...
  • Page 14: Section 4 - Troubleshooting

    Section 4 — Troubleshooting Portable Generator System 4.1 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine is running, but no AC 1. Circuit breaker is open. 1. Reset circuit breaker. output is available. 2. Poor connection or defective cord set. 2. Check and repair. 3.
  • Page 15: Section 5 - Notes

    Section 5 — Notes...
  • Page 16: Section 6 - Warranty

    GP SERIES PORTABLE GENERATORS For a period of two years from the date of original sale, Generac Power Systems, Inc. (Generac) warrants its GP Series generators will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the items and period set forth below. Generac will, at its option, repair or replace any part which, upon examination, inspection and testing by Generac or a Generac Authorized Warranty Service Dealer, is found to be defective.

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