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

1.3 EMiSSiONS i NFORMATiON
The Environmental P rotectionAgency (and CaliforniaAir Resource
Board for generators certified to CA standards) requires that
this generator comply with exhaust and evaporative emission
standards. Locate the emissions compliance decal on the engine
to determinewhat standardsthe generatormeets, andto determine
which warranty applies. This generator is certified to operateon
gasoline. The emission control system includes the following
components (if equipped):
• Air Induction System
- IntakePipe / Manifold
- Air Cleaner
• FuelSystem
- Carburetor
- Fuel T ank/Cap
- Fuel L ines
- Evaporative VentLines
- Carbon Canister
• Ignition System
- SparkPlug
- Ignition Module
• ExhaustSystem
- Exhaust Manifold
- Muffler
- Pulsed Air Valve
- Catalyst
2.1 KNOWTHE G ENERATOR
Read the Owner'sManual 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 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacle - Supplies
electrical power for the operation of 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp,
single-phase, 60 Hz electrical lighting, appliance, tool and
motor loads (CARBmodels are equippedwith GFCIoutlets).
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 intake air as it is drawn intothe engine.
6. Choke Knob- 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.
9. 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.
l& FuelGauge- Shows fuel levelin tank.
14. Oil Fill- Add oil here.
15. Recoil Starter - Useto start engine manually.
15. FuelShut Off - Valve betweenfuel tank and carburetor.
17. Roll Over Valve- Passesfuel to the engine airbox.
18. Recovery Hose- Installbetweenthe carbon canister and the
roll over valve (if equipped).
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).
22. Spark Arrestor - Reducesfire hazards by containing sparks
(CARBmodels only).
Figure 2.4 - Contro/ Panel (49 State Models)
Figure 2B - Contro/ Panel (CARB Models)