Ix series commercial/residential portable generators, a/c rated output watts: 2000, a/c maximum output watts: 2200 (2 pages)
Summary of Contents for Generac Power Systems 5.6 kVA PowerPact
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Owner’s Manual 50 Hz Air-Cooled Generators 5.6 kVA PowerPact™ 001036 WARNING This product is not intended to be used in a critical life support application. Failure to adhere to this warning could result in death or serious injury. (000209a) Register your Generac product at: WWW.GENERAC.COM...
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(000004) WARNING California Proposition 65. This product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm. (000005) Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
Setting the Exercise Timer ........11 Section 5: Troubleshooting Battery Charger ..........11 Manual Transfer Operation .......11 Section 6: Quick Reference Guide Transfer to Generator Power Source ......11 Transfer Back to Utility Power Source .......12 Automatic Transfer Operation ......12 Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
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Also, make sure the procedure, work method or operating (000002) technique utilized does not render the generator unsafe. Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
(000182) WARNING Only a trained and licensed electrician should perform wiring and connections to unit. Failure to follow proper installation requirements could result in death, serious injury, and damage to equipment or property. (000155) Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
Failure to do so will result in death or serious injury. (000152) WARNING Consult Manual. Read and understand manual completely before using product. Failure to completely understand manual and product could result in death or serious injury. (000100a) Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
Failure to do so will result in death or serious injury. (000174) WARNING Risk of Fire. Hot surfaces could ignite combustibles, resulting in fire. Fire could result in death or serious injury. (000110) Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
Controller Lid Control Panel Air Box Top Lid Data Label Spark Plug Customer Connection Box Battery Access Panel Exhaust Enclosure Front Panel Oil Drain Hose Alternator Circuit Breaker Oil Fill / Dipstick Starter Motor Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
The specification sheet for your generator was included in the documentation provided with the unit at the time of purchase. For additional copies, consult your local Independent Authorized Service Dealer for your specific generator model. Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
(93.15 megajoules per cubic meter) for LP gas (vapor). NOTE: If converting to LP gas from natural gas, a minimum LP tank size of 250 gallons (946 liters) is recommended. See the Installation Manual for complete procedures and details. Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
600 feet (183 meters) line of sight communication. NOTE: Contact an Independent Authorized Service Dealer or visit www.generac.com for additional information on replacement parts, accessories, and extended warranties. Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
Lid will lock in place when raised. 2. See view “B” in Figure 3-1. Pull raised lid up and out sightly to unlock, then lower to close. 001038 Figure 3-1. Open and Close Controller Lid Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
Regular Maintenance Due (Solid) * — 1 year / 100 hour maintenance due * These LEDs are shared with two alarm conditions. Solid light indicates one alarm. Flashing light indicates the other alarm condition. Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
Figure 3-4). confirm the setting. 5. To crank and start the engine, press the control 3. The exercise time is now established. The panel MANUAL button. generator will exercise each week at this time. Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
UTILITY position (loads connected to the utility power source, A in Figure 3-4). 6. Turn on the utility power supply to the transfer switch using the means provided. 7. Press the control panel AUTO button. Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
IMPORTANT NOTE: To turn the generator off during utility outages to perform maintenance, or conserve fuel, follow these steps: To turn the generator OFF (while running in AUTO and online): 1. Turn the main utility disconnect OFF. Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
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NOTE: The control panel Maintenance Due light will flash when the initial 20 hour break-in interval has been reached. The same light will be lit solid when following regular maintenance intervals are required (every 1 year/ 100 hours). Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
*** Check valve clearance after the first 20 hours of operation. Continue to check at intervals of 300 hours. NOTE: Contact an Independent Authorized Service Dealer or visit www.generac.com for additional information on replacement parts. Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
Synthetic SAE 5W-30 for all temperature ranges CAUTION Engine damage. Verify proper type and quantity of engine oil prior to starting engine. Failure to do so could result in engine damage. (000135) Figure 4-1. Safe Oil Operating Range Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
(0.76 mm). If the gap is out of specification, 13. Insert dipstick/fill cap. replace spark plug. Section 2— 14. Press the Control Panel AUTO button. Replacement Parts. 15. Dispose of the used oil and filter at a proper collection center. Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
4. Remove spark plug wire and position wire away panel securely with out any kinks. Install enclosure from plug. top lid. Tighten all fasteners securely. 5. Remove spark plug. 14. Place the generator in AUTO. Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
Strictly observe the following precautions when working ® as WD-40 on batteries: • Remove the 7.5 Amp fuse from the generator control panel. • Remove all jewelry—watches, rings, metal objects, etc. • Use tools with insulated handles. Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
Damage may occur if the battery is connected incorrectly. Install positive cable first. 7. Reconnect the battery charger AC input T1, T2/ Neutral cable (has white sleeve) at controller. 8. Open the fuel shutoff valve. Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
2. * 3. Improper type or viscosity of oil. 3. See Engine Oil Requirements. 4. Damaged gasket, seal or hose. 4. Check for oil leaks. * Contact an independent authorized service dealer for assistance. Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
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Replace with same type fuse if bad. Contact Independent Authorized Service Dealer if fuse is good. OVERSPEED Unit will not start in Check the LED’s / Contact Independent Authorized UNDERSPEED AUTO with utility loss. Screen for alarms. Service Dealer. Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
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Maintenance Due indicates maintenance information. Clear maintenance due light. due. NONE Utility present. Active Check utility sense Contact Independent Authorized mode LED (AUTO/ lines / utility Service Dealer. Close utility MANUAL/OFF) is disconnect. disconnect. flashing. Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
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