Emissions Information; Operation; Knowthe Generator - Generac Portable Products GP Series Owner's Manual

1.3 EMiSSiONS iNFORMATiON
The EnvironmentalProtectionAgency requiresthat this generator
comply with exhaust and evaporativeemission standards. This
generatoris certified to operateon gasoline. The emission control
system includesthe following components:
• Air Induction System
- Intake Pipe/ Manifold
- Air Cleaner
• Fuel System
- Carburetor
- FuelTank/Cap
- FuelLines
- EvaporativeVent Lines
• Ignition System
- Spark Plug
- Ignition Module
• Exhaust System
- ExhaustManifold
- Muffler
2.1 KNOW THEGENERATOR
Read the Owner's Manual and Safety Rules before operating
this generator.
Compare the generator to Figures 2 through 4 to become
familiarizedwith the locationsof various controls and adjustments.
Savethis manualfor future reference.
1. 120 VoltAC,20 Amp,DuplexReceptacle - Supplieselectrical
powerfor the operationof 120 VoltAC, 20 Amp, single-phase,
60 Hz electrical lighting, appliance,tool and motor loads.
2. 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp LockingReceptacle - Supplies
electrical power for the operation of 120 and/or 240 Volt AC,
30 Amp, single-phase, 60 Hz, electrical lighting, appliance,
tool and motor loads.
3. Circuit Breakers (AC) - Each receptacle is provided with a
push-to-reset circuit breakerto protect the generatoragainst
electricaloverload.
4. Oil Drain- Useto drain engine oil.
5. Air Filter - Filters intakeair as it is drawn into the engine.
6. ChokeKnob- Usedwhen starting a cold engine.
7. FuelTank- See generatorSpecificationsfor tank capacity.
8. Grounding Lug- Ground the generatorto an approvedearth
ground here. See "Groundingthe Generator"for details.
g. Run/Stop Switch - Controls the operation of the generator
(pull start models).
9A. Start Switch - Used to start engine from the starter motor
(electric start models only).
10. Muffler - Quietsthe engine.
11. Handle - Pivot and retract for storage. Press the spring-
loaded button to move handles.
12. Gas Cap- Fuelfill location.
13. Fuel Gauge - Shows fuel levelin tank.
14. Oil Fill - Add oil here.
15. Recoil Starter - Use to start engine manually.
16. FuelShut Off - Valve betweenfuel tank and carburetor.
17. Roll OverValve- Passesfuel to the engine airbox.
18. Recovery Hose - Install betweenthe carbon canister and the
roll over valve.
19. Hourmeter - Tracks hours of operation.
20. Battery ChargerInput - This receptacleallows the capability
to recharge the 12 volt DO storage battery provided with
the 12 Volt Adaptor Plug Charger which is included in the
Accessory Box. Located behind the battery charger input is
a 1.50 Amp in-line fuse which is inside the control panel to
protect the battery (electric start models only).
21. Battery - Powers the electric starter (electric start models
only).
Figure2 - Centre/Pane/
Figure3 - GeneratorControls