Generator Set-Up; Generator Activation; Before Initial Start-Up; Engine Oil Recommendations - Generac Power Systems PowerPact 7.5 kW Installation Manuallines

Control Panel/Start-Up/Testing

Generator Set-Up

When battery power is applied to the generator during
the installation process, the controller will light up.
However, the generator still needs to be activated before
it will automatically run in the event of a power outage.

Generator Activation

To receive the activation code, you must have the unit
serial number and go to:
also receive an activation code by calling 1-888-
9ACTIVATE (1-888-922-8482).
Activating the generator is a simple, one-time process.
Once the product is activated, the controller will not prompt
you to activate again, even if you disconnect the generator
battery, fuse and battery charge circuit (T1 60 Hz).
The activation code consists of a sequence of six (6)
button presses using the AUTO, OFF and SET
EXERCISE buttons. See
entered in the exact and correct sequence in order to
activate the generator.
After obtaining your activation code, please complete the
following steps at the generator's control panel:
1. Begin by holding the OFF button for 3 seconds. All
the LEDs will flash twice, indicating the activation
mode has begun.
NOTE: You now have 20 seconds to correctly
enter the press sequence or the unit will "time out"
and not accept the activation code. If this occurs,
you must begin the activation sequence again.
2. Enter the activation code by pressing the AUTO,
OFF and SET EXERCISE buttons in the 6 press
sequence you were given. (Example: AUTO / OFF
/ OFF/ SET EXERCISE / SET EXERCISE / SET
EXERCISE). The yellow maintenance LED will
blink each time a button is pressed.
3. If the sequence is INCORRECTLY entered, the
AUTO / OFF / MANUAL buttons will flash 3 times
together. Return to Step 2 and continue.
4. If the sequence is CORRECTLY entered, all the
LEDs will scroll from bottom to top 5 times. The
OFF button will light. The activation process has
been performed successfully and the generator is
ready to operate.
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Figure 7-1. These MUST be

Before Initial Start-Up

NOTE: These units have been run and tested at the
factory prior to being shipped.
CAUTION
Engine damage. Verify proper type and quantity of
engine oil prior to starting engine. Failure to do so
could result in engine damage.
NOTE: This unit comes filled with 5W30 oil from the
factory. Check the oil level and add the appropriate
viscosity and amount if necessary.
NOTE: Do not use or add synthetic oil until the generator
has operated for a minimum of 50 hours.

Engine Oil Recommendations

To maintain the warranty, engine oil must meet minimum
American Petroleum Institute (API) Service Class SJ, SL,
or better. Use no special additives. Select the appropriate
viscosity oil grade according to the expected operating
temperature. Synthetic oil also can be used in the
appropriate weight as standard.
Synthetic 5W-30
Figure 7-2. Recommended Oil Based on Temperature
• SAE 30 above 32 ºF (0 ºC)
• SAE 10W-30 between –10 °F (4 °C) and above
• Synthetic SAE 5W-30 for all temperature ranges
Installation Guidelines for 60 Hz PowerPact™
(000135)
SAE 30
10W-30
005799