Generac Power Systems 5.6 kVA PowerPact Owner's Manual

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Owner's Manual
50 Hz Air-Cooled Generators
5.6 kVA PowerPact™
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.
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  • Page 1 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...
  • Page 2 (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™...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    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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  • Page 5: Section 1: Safety Rules & General Information Introduction

    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™...
  • Page 6: General Hazards

    (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™...
  • Page 7: Exhaust Hazards

    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™...
  • Page 8: Explosion Hazards

    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™...
  • Page 9: Section 2: General Information

    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™...
  • Page 10: Specifications

    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™...
  • Page 11: Protection Systems

    (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™...
  • Page 12: Replacement Parts

    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™...
  • Page 13: Section 3: Operation

    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™...
  • Page 14: Control Panel

    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™...
  • Page 15: Alarm Response Procedures

    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™...
  • Page 16: Transfer Back To Utility Power Source

    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™...
  • Page 17: Automatic Sequence Of Operation

    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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  • Page 19: Section 4: Maintenance

    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™...
  • Page 20: Service Schedule

    *** 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™...
  • Page 21: Maintenance Log

    Maintenance Log Battery inspection and charge check Dates Performed: Oil, oil filter, air filter and spark plug replacement Dates Performed: Valve Adjustment Dates Performed: Notes: Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™...
  • Page 22: Checking Engine Oil Level

    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™...
  • Page 23: Changing The Oil And Oil Filter

    (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™...
  • Page 24: Valve Clearance Adjustment

    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™...
  • Page 25: Battery Maintenance

    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™...
  • Page 26: Remove From, And Return To Service Procedure

    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™...
  • Page 27: Section 5: Troubleshooting

    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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  • Page 29: Section 6: Quick Reference Guide

    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™...
  • Page 30 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™...
  • Page 32 Part No. 0L4807 Rev. C 12/07/15 Printed in USA Generac Power Systems, Inc. ©2015 Generac Power Systems, Inc. All rights reserved S45 W29290 Hwy. 59 Specifications are subject to change without notice. Waukesha, WI 53189 No reproduction allowed in any form without prior written 1-888-GENERAC (1-888-436-3722) consent from Generac Power Systems, Inc.

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