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OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL MODEL GAC6HR/GAC6HRS PORTABLE GENERATORS (HONDA GX340RT2EDN2/GX340RT2EDE2 GASOLINE ENGINES) Revision #1 (12/13/17) To find the latest revision of this publication, visit our website at: www.multiquip.com THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
PROPOSITION 65/START FIRES WARNINGS Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation. A spark arrestor may be required. The operator should contact local fire agencies for laws or regulations relating to fire prevention requirements. PAGE 2 —...
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Shutdown ............... 27 Preparation For Long Term Storage ...... 28 Maintenance ............. 29-32 Generator Wiring Diagram (GAC6HR) ....33 Generator Wiring Digram (GAC6HRS) ....34 Troubleshooting (Generator) ........35 Troubleshooting (Engine) ........36-37 Explanation of Code in Remarks Column....38 Suggested Spare Parts .........
, 2006 Order via Internet (Dealers Only) Best Deal! If you have an MQ Account, to obtain a Username Order parts on-line using Multiquip’s SmartEquip website! and Password, E-mail us at: parts@multiquip. com. I View Parts Diagrams I Order Parts To obtain an MQ Account, contact your District Sales Manager for more information.
For safety label part numbers, reference the parts Figure 1. Keep these safety labels clean at all times. When section of this manual. the safety labels become worn or damaged, contact your nearest dealer or the Multiquip Parts Dept. MODEL SERIAL NO. GAC-6HR...
SAFETY INFORMATION Do not operate or service the equipment before reading the Potential hazards associated with the operation of this entire manual. Safety precautions should be followed at all equipment will be referenced with hazard symbols which times when operating this equipment. Failure to read and may appear throughout this manual in conjunction with understand the safety messages and operating instructions safety messages.
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NEVER use accessories or attachments that are not out of the reach of children and unauthorized personnel recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage to the equipment and/or injury to user may result. ALWAYS know the location of the nearest fi re extinguisher.
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SAFETY INFORMATION ENGINE SAFETY to prevent accidental discharge of sparks or fl ames from the engine exhaust. Spark arresters are qualifi ed DANGER and rated by the United States Forest Service for this purpose. In order to comply with local laws regarding ...
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SAFETY INFORMATION NEVER use fuel as a cleaning agent. Make sure power cables are securely connected to the generator’s output receptacles. Incorrect connections DO NOT smoke around or near the may cause electrical shock and damage to the equipment.
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SAFETY INFORMATION ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY/DECOMMISSIONING If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into contact with clothing or skin, rinse skin or clothing NOTICE immediately with plenty of water. Decommissioning is a controlled process used to safely If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into retire a piece of equipment that is no longer serviceable.
SAFETY INFORMATION EMISSIONS INFORMATION NOTICE The gasoline engine used in this equipment has been designed to reduce harmful levels of carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) contained in gasoline exhaust emissions. This engine has been certifi ed to meet US EPA Evaporative emissions requirements in the installed confi guration.
Amp hours, 260 Amps cold cranking ability: 7-1/2" (L) X 5" (W) X 7-1/4" (H) NOTICE In keeping with Multiquip's policy of constantly improving its products, the specifications quoted herein are subject to change without prior notice. PAGE 12 — GAC6HR/HRS 60 HZ GENERATOR• OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (12/13/17)
SPECIFICATIONS (ENGINE) Table 2. Specifications (Engine) Model HONDA GX340RT2EDN2 HONDA GX340RT2EDE2 Air-cooled 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, OHV, Horizontal Shaft Type Gasoline Engine 3.46 in. X 2.52 in. Bore X Stroke (88 mm X 64 mm.) Displacement 23.70 cu-in (389 cm Engine Max Output 11.0 H.P./3600 R.P.M.
DIMENSIONS GAC-6HR MARCHE MARCHE AC VOLTMETER VOLTOMETRE CA ARRET ARRET 120V 120V IDLE OPERATION MAIN AC CIRCUIT BREAKER CONTROL SWITCH CONTROL INTERRUPTEUR DISJONCTEUR PRINCIPALE DE COURANT CA DE RALENTI DU OPERARION QUARTZ QUARTZ 240/120V 240/120V FULL POWER SWITCH HOUR METER 120V 120V 120V...
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NOTE GAC6HR/HRS 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (12/13/17) — PAGE 15...
INSTALLATION CONNECTING THE GROUND The ground cable should be #8 size wire (aluminum) minimum. If copper wire is used, #10 size wire minimum Consult with local Electrical and Safety Codes for proper should be used. connection based on condition of use. Connect one end of the ground cable terminal to the EXAMPLE of how to ground the unit if the condition generator ground point (Figure 3).
INSTALLATION OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GENERATOR GROUNDING NOTICE If possible install the generator in a area that is free of debris, bystanders, and overhead obstructions. Make sure The Occupational Safety and Health Administration the generator is on secure level ground so that it cannot (OSHA) and the National Electrical Code (NEC) slide or shift around.
Generator Before connecting this generator to any building’s electrical system, a licensed electrician must install an The Multiquip GAC6HR/GAC6HRS generators are isolation (transfer) switch. designed as a portable dual purpose power source for 60 Hz (single phase) lighting facilities, power tools,...
3. Hour Meter – Indicates the number hours the generator 8. Start Switch – Press this pushbutton switch to start has been in use. the generator (GAC6HRS only). 4. AC-Voltmeter – This voltmeter indicates (with a 9. Ground – This ground connection point should be mark) the rated 60 Hz (single-phase) output voltage.
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COMPONENTS (GENERATOR) GAC6HR GAC6HRS GAC-6HR GAC-6HRS MARCHE MARCHE MARCHE MARCHE AC VOLTMETER VOLTOMETRE CA AC VOLTMETER VOLTOMETRE CA ARRET ARRET 120V 120V ARRET ARRET IDLE OPERATION 120V 120V CONTROL SWITCH IDLE OPERATION MAIN AC CIRCUIT BREAKER CONTROL INTERRUPTEUR MAIN AC CIRCUIT BREAKER...
COMPONENTS (GENERATOR) Figure 8. Generator Components (Continued) 15. Fuel Gauge – This gauge is located on top of the fuel 23. Spark Plug – Provides spark to the ignition system. tank. Read this gauge to determine when fuel is low. Set spark plug gap to 0.6 - 0.7 mm (0.028 - 0.031 inch).
INSPECTION/SETUP GENERAL INSPECTION PRIOR TO OPERATION NOTICE Ground Power Tools Double-insulated power tools and small appliances have specially insulated housings that eliminate the When using power tools or electrical equipment requiring need for a ground pin. These types of double-insulated AC power from the generator, make sure power tool cord power cords are designed so that no part of the device has a ground pin or is double insulated as shown in Figure 9.
4. Check carburetor for external dirt and dust. Clean with dry compressed air. Figure 11. Engine Oil Dipstick (Oil Level) 5. Check fastening nuts and bolts for tightness. Table 5. Oil Type BATTERY SETUP (GAC6HRS) Season Temperature Oil Type CAUTION Summer 25°C or Higher...
Figure 15. Choke Lever been detected. 3. Place the choke lever (Figure 15) in the OPEN position Multiquip recommends that the GFCI sensing module if starting a warm engine or the temperature is warm. be tested before each use of the generator. Reference 4.
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(Figure 18) and listen for the engine to start. Figure 20. Idle Control switch (ON) Figure 18. Start Switch (GAC6HRS Only) 10. Place main circuit breaker (Figure 21) in the ON 7. If the engine has started, slowly return the choke lever position.
SHUTDOWN Stopping the Engine (Normal Shutdown) 5. Place engine fuel valve lever (Figure 29) in the OFF position. 1. Place main circuit breaker (Figure 26) in the OFF position. Figure 29. Engine Fuel Valve Lever (OFF) Figure 26. Main Circuit Breaker (OFF) 6.
PREPARATION FOR LONG TERM STORAGE Generator Storage For storage of the generating set for over 30 days, the following is required: Run the engine until the gasoline in the carburetor is completely consumed. Drain the fuel tank completely, or add STA-BIL to the fuel.
MAINTENANCE Use Table 6 as a general maintenance guideline when servicing your engine. For more detail engine maintenance information, refer to the engine owner's manual supplied with your engine. Table 6. Engine Maintenance Schedule FIRST EVERY 3 EVERY 6 EVERY EVERY DESCRIPTION (3) OPERATION...
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MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Spark Plug Perform the scheduled maintenance procedures as defined 1. Remove and clean the spark plug (Figure 32), then by Table 6 on the previous page: adjust the spark gap to 0.024 ~0.028 inch (0.6~0.7 mm). This unit has electronic ignition, which requires no Daily adjustments.
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MAINTENANCE ENGINE AIR CLEANER SPARK ARRESTER CLEANING DANGER Clean the spark arrester every 6 months or 100 hours. DO NOT use gasoline as a cleaning 1. Remove the muffler protector retaining bolts (Figure 36), solvent, the possibility exists of fire or then remove muffler protector.
MAINTENANCE BATTERY (GAC6HRS) NOTICE This unit is of negative ground DO NOT connect in reverse. ALWAYS disconnect the negative terminal first and Always maintain battery fluid level between the specified reconnect negative terminal last. marks.Battery life will be shortened, if the fluid levels are When connecting battery do the following: not properly maintained.
TROUBLESHOOTING (GENERATOR) Troubleshooting (Generator ) Symptom Possible Problem Solution Low voltage Engine speed too low? Raise engine speed to rated RPM. AC voltmeter not working? Replace Ac voltmeter. Control box internal wiring Check control box wiring. malfunction? Rotor winding malfunction? Check or replace rotor.
TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE) Troubleshooting (Engine) Symptom Possible Problem Solution Spark plug bridging? Check gap, insulation or replace spark plug. Carbon deposit on spark plug? Clean or replace spark plug. Short circuit due to defi cient spark plug Check spark plug insulation, replace if worn. insulation? Improper spark plug gap? Set to proper gap.
TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE) Troubleshooting (Engine) - continued Symptom Possible Problem Solution Air cleaner dirty? Clean or replace air cleaner. Improper level in carburetor? Check fl oat adjustment, rebuild carburetor. Weak in power, compression is proper and does not misfi re. Defective spark plug? Clean or replace spark plug.
A blank entry generally indicates that the item is not sold “Not Sold Separately” — Indicates that an item cannot separately or is not sold by Multiquip. Other entries will be purchased as a separate item and is either part of an be clarifi ed in the “Remarks”...
SUGGESTED SPARE PARTS GAC6HR/GAC6HRS PORTABLE 60HZ GENERATOR HONDA GX340RT2EDN2/ GX340RT2EDE2 GASOLINE ENGINES 1 to 3 units 1 to 3 units Qty. Description 2....3015419604 ..RUBBER SUSPENSION 3....9807955876 ..SPARK PLUG 2....1665419004 ..RUBBER SUSPENSION 2....28462ZE3W01 ..ROPE, RECOIL STARTER 1....0430430120 ..CAP FUEL TANK 2....28461Z5T305 ..GRIP, STARTER 1....0641360030 ..FILTER FUEL...
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GAC6HR/GAC6HRS— NAMEPLATE AND DECALS ASSY. DANGER WARNING Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Utilser un générateur à l’ intérieur VOUS TUERA EN QUELQÙES MINUTES. Exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a poison gas you cannot see or smell. Operation of this equipment may create Les gaz d’...
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GAC6HR/GAC6HRS— NAMEPLATE AND DECALS ASSY. PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMARKS A3552000004 DECAL: CAUTION, SNOW RAIN .....1....A35200000A 9504000204 DECAL: WARNING, START FIRES ....1....A90400020 A9504000104 DECAL: DANGER, DANGEROUS GAS ...1....A90400010 DECAL: NAMEPLATE ........1....CONTACT MQ PARTS DEPT. A9511100204 DECAL: DANGER, ELECTROCUTION GND..1....A91110020 A6552000404 DECAL: CAUTION, HOT PARTS ......1....A65200040A...
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GAC6HR/GAC6HRS — GENERATOR ASSY. PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMARKS 7901002403 ROTOR ASSY............1....INCLUDES ITEMS W/$ 1-1$ FIELD ASSY. 1-2$ 0601823213 RECTIFIER 1-2A$ 0601822638 SURGE ABSORBER .........2....INCLUDED WITH ITEM 1-2 7901017004 SET BOLT, ROTOR 0801086104 SET WASHER, BEARING A5136001603 ARMATURE ASSY. (GAC6HR) A5136001703 ARMATURE ASSY.
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GAC6HR — CONTROL BOX ASSY. PAGE 44 — GAC6HR/HRS 60 HZ GENERATOR• OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (12/13/17)
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GAC6HR — CONTROL BOX ASSY. PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMARKS A3214000403 CONTROL BOX 0601850102 GROMMET 0601823204 RECTIFIER 0021003012 MACHINE SCREW 0601823853 SLOW DOWN UNIT 0021004010 MACHINE SCREW OEMAA8 HEX. NUT ............2....REPLACES P/N 0030004000 A3224000703 CONTROL PANEL 0601806819 AC VOLTMETER 0~120/240V 0601814013 RECEPTACLE, GFCI 5-20R 0601811031...
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GAC6HRS — CONTROL BOX ASSY. PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMARKS A3214000403 CONTROL BOX 0601850102 GROMMET 0601823204 RECTIFIER Y0021003012 MACHINE SCREW 0601823853 SLOW DOWN UNIT 0021004010 MACHINE SCREW OEMAA8 HEX. NUT ............2....REPLACES P/N 0038404000 A3224000703 CONTROL PANEL 0601806819 AC VOLTMETER 0~120/240V...
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