Generac Power Systems GTV-760 Owner's Manual

Generac Power Systems GTV-760 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual GTV - 760 Engine SAVE this Manual. Provide this manual to any operator of the equipment. www.dixiechopper.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ............. 1 Maintenance ............5 Read This Manual Thoroughly ..........1 General Maintenance Recommendations ........5 Rules for Safe Operation ............1 Performing Scheduled Maintenance ........5 Before Operating..............1 Checking the Oil Level ............5 While Operating ..............2 Changing the Oil and Oil Filter ..........5 Service Information ..............2 Cleaning Intake Screen and Cooling Fins ........6 Servicing the Air Cleaner ............6...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Safety Rules INTRODUCTION RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Study these RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION carefully before READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY operating or servicing this equipment. Become familiar with the OWNER’S MANUAL and with the equipment. The equipment can If any portion of this manual is not understood, contact the nearest operate safely, efficiently and reliably only if it is properly operated Dealer for starting, operating and servicing procedures.
  • Page 4: While Operating

    Safety Rules WHILE OPERATING SERVICE INFORMATION • This equipment was designed and manufactured for specific Service on this engine within and after the applications. Do not attempt to modify the equipment or use it for any application for which it was not designed. warranty period can be performed by any •...
  • Page 5: General Information

    General Information OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION IMPORTANT: DO NOT OVERFILL. Check and maintain oil level reg- ularly. Change oil and filter after first eight (8) hours of operation. NOTE: Thereafter, change oil and filter every 100 hours of operation. Be sure to read these instructions carefully before attempting Change oil more often if engine is operated in dirty or dusty condi- to start or operate this equipment.
  • Page 6: Recommended Battery

    General Information RECOMMENDED BATTERY BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE Servicing of the battery is to be performed or supervised by per- Perform the following tasks before trying to start the engine: sonnel knowledgeable of batteries and the required precautions. Keep unauthorized personal away from batteries. Checking and Adding Engine Oil Use only 12 volt negative (-) ground batteries with a minimum NOTE:...
  • Page 7: Operation

    Operation STARTING THE ENGINE CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL See the "BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE" section for information Open the fuel shut-off valve, (if equipped). on checking the oil level. The oil level should be checked before Move choke control to Choke or Start position. each use, or at least every eight (8) hours of operation.
  • Page 8: Cleaning Intake Screen And Cooling Fins

    Maintenance Figure 4 — Oil Filter SERVICING THE AIR CLEANER The equipment’s air cleaner system is one of the most important items to maintain. The engine will not run properly and may be damaged if it is run with a dirty air cleaner system. Service or replace the paper air filter per the "Maintenance Schedule"...
  • Page 9: Cleaning Spark Arrestor Screen

    Maintenance Figure 7 — Spark Plug Gap CHECKING AND ADJUSTING VALVE CLEARANCE Check valve lash and adjust (if necessary) after the first 50 hours of operation and every 100 hours thereafter. IMPORTANT: If not qualified for doing this procedure or the proper tools are not accessible, please take the engine/equipment to the nearest Dixie Chopper dealer to have the valve clearance adjusted.
  • Page 10: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance NOTE: STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS This engine should be started at least once a month and run for at Start all four screws before tightening, then torque in a criss- least 10 minutes. If this cannot be done and the equipment must cross pattern.
  • Page 11: Product Specifications

    Maintenance PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Model GTV 760 Bore 90mm Stroke 60mm 0.05 - 0.10mm Valve Clearance (.002 - .004 in.) Displacement 763cc Maximum Tilt Angle While 15° Operating Weight 53.5 kg - 118 lbs. OIL CAPACITIES Model GTV 760 Oil Capacity with Oil Filter 2.3 L (2.4 qt.) Oil Capacity without Oil Filter 2.0 L (2.1 qt.)
  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will not start; or starts and 1. Dirty air cleaner. 1. Clean or replace air cleaner. runs rough. 2. Out of gasoline. 2. Fill fuel tank. 3. Stale gasoline. 3. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, fill with fresh fuel.
  • Page 13: Notes

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  • Page 14: Warranty

    YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resource Board (CARB) and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), together with Generac Power Systems, Inc. (Generac) are pleased to explain the Exhaust Emission Control System Warranty (ECS Warranty) on your new 2011 and later equipment. New equip- ment that use small spark-ignited engines must be designed, built, and equipped to meet stringent anti-smog standards for the state of California and the federal government.
  • Page 15 Warranty EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Exhaust Emission Control System Warranty (ECS Warranty) for equipment using small spark-ignited engines: (a) Applicability: This warranty shall apply to equipment that uses small off-road engines. The ECS Warranty period shall begin on the date the new equipment is purchased by/delivered to its original, end-use purchaser/owner and shall continue for the lesser of: (1) The period of time specified in the Product Warranty enclosed herewith, but not less than 24 months, or (2) For engines equipped with hour meters, a number of operating hours equal to half of the engine’s useful life.
  • Page 16 Warranty DIXIE CHOPPER THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FOR GTV SERIES ENGINES For a period of three (3) years of operation from the date of original sale, Dixie Chopper (Dixie) will, at its option, repair or replace any part which, upon examination, inspection and testing by Dixie or a Dixie Authorized Warranty Service Dealer, is found to be defective under normal use and service, in accordance with the warranty schedule set forth below.

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