General Information; Unpacking; Accessory Box; Assembly - Generac Power Systems XG8000E Owner's Manual

General Information

1.1 UNPACKING

• Remove all packaging material.
• Remove separate accessory box.
• Remove carton off the generator.

1.1.1 ACCESSORY BOX

Check all contents (Figure 1). If any parts are missing or damaged
locate an authorized dealer at 1-888-775-6937.
Contents include:
• 2 – Axle Pins
• 2 – Wheel Spacers
• 2 – Hair Pins
• 2 – Wheels
• 1 – Frame Foot
• 2 – Frame Bolts
• 2 – Vibration Mounts
• 4 – Flange Nuts
• 2 – 1 Quart SAE 30 Oil Bottles
Figure 1 – Accessory Boxes

1.2 ASSEMBLY

Read entire Owner's Manual before attempting to assemble or
operate the generator. The generator requires some assembly
prior to using it. If problems arise when assembling the generator,
please call the Generator Helpline at 1-888-775-6937.

1.2.1 ASSEMBLING THE WHEEL KIT AND FRAME FOOT

The wheel kit is designed to greatly improve the portability of the
generator. You will need the following tools to install the wheel
kit: Pliers, 1/2" (13mm) wrench and a socket wrench with a 1/2"
(13mm) socket.
The wheel kit is not intended for over-the-road use.
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• Oil Filter
• Air Filter
• Spark Plug
• Spark Plug Wrench
• Shop Towel
• 2 – Frame Washers
• Oil Funnel
12 Volt Adaptor Plug Charger
NOTE:
• Refer to Figure 2 and install the wheel kit and frame foot as
follows:
• Slide the Axle Pin through the Wheel, Wheel S
and the Frame.
• Install the Hair Pin to the Axle Pin to secure the wheel. Repeat
for the opposite side.
• Secure the Vibration Mounts to the Frame Foot with the included
locking nuts.
• To install the Frame Foot, install the Frame Bolts though the
Frame Washers, Frame and Frame foot. Secure with the locking
nuts.
Figure 2 – Wheel and Foot Assembly
FRAME
FRAME
WASHER
BOLT
pacer (Washer)
ASSEMBLE
FRAME
FOOT
SECURE WHEEL
AND AXLE WITH
HAIR PIN
WHEEL SPACER
(WASHER)
SLIDE AXLE
THROUGH WHEEL
AND WHEEL
SPACER
FLANGE
NUT