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Generac Power Systems 7.5 kW PowerPact Owner's Manual

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60 Hz Air-Cooled Generators
7.5 kW PowerPact™
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  • Page 1 ® Owner’s Manual 60 Hz Air-Cooled Generators 7.5 kW PowerPact™ WARNING Loss of life. 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.
  • Page 2 IASD for assistance. Authorized Phase: service technicians are factory-trained and are capable of handling all service needs. To locate the nearest IASD, please visit dealer locator Controller P/N: www.generac.com/Dealer-Locator. WARNING CANCER AND REPRODUCTIVE HARM www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. (000393a) Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Alarm Response Procedures ........15 Clearing an Alarm/Warning Condition .......15 Setting the Exercise Timer ........15 Battery Charger ............16 Manual Transfer Operation ........16 Transfer to Generator Power Source ......16 Transfer Back to Utility Power Source .......16 Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...
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  • Page 5: Section 1: Safety Information

    The manufacturer cannot anticipate every possible cir- cumstance that might involve a hazard. The alerts in this manual, and on tags and decals affixed to the unit, are not all inclusive. If using a procedure, work method, or Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...

  • Page 6: General Hazards

    WARNING Electric shock. 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 equipment or property damage. (000155a) Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...

  • Page 7: Exhaust Hazards

    (000219) Failure to do so will result in death, serious injury, and equipment damage. (000237) Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...

  • Page 8: Explosion Hazards

    Batteries contain electrolyte solution which can cause before starting engine. Failure to do so will burns and blindness. If electrolyte contacts skin or result in death or serious injury. eyes, flush with water and seek immediate medical attention. (000163a) (000174) Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...
  • Page 9 Always recycle batteries in accordance with local laws and regulations. Contact your local solid waste collection site or recycling facility to obtain information on local recycling processes. For more information on battery recycling, visit the Battery Council International website at: http://batterycouncil.org. Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...
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  • Page 11: Section 2: General Information

    Spark plug Control panel Battery access panel Exhaust enclosure Main line circuit breaker Oil drain hose Alternator Customer connection box Oil fill / dipstick Starter motor Generator emergency shutdown Front panel (not shown) switch Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...

  • Page 12: Specifications

    3.5 percent for each 1000 feet (304.8 meters) above sea level, and also will decrease about 1 percent for each 10 °F (6 ºC) above 60 ºF (15 ºC) ambient temperature. A detailed specification sheet for a particular generator is available from an IASD. Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...

  • Page 13: Data Decals

    Displays the unit serial number, along with the minimum and maximum inlet pressures for natural gas (NG) and liquid propane (LP) supply. Space is provided for the installer to enter maximum flow rates based on installed pipe sizes and lengths. Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...

  • Page 14: Protection Systems

    Air induction - Air cleaner - Carburetor / mixer assembly Fuel metering - Fuel regulator - Fuel jet - Spark plug Ignition - Ignition module - Exhaust manifold Exhaust - Muffler - Muffler system Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...

  • Page 15: Replacement Parts

    Available for Generac , Guardian and PowerPact products. Not available for Corepower™ and EcoGen™ products or all international purchases. NOTE: Contact an IASD or visit www.generac.com for additional information on replacement parts, accessories, and extended warranties. Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...
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  • Page 17: Section 3: Operation

    3-2. The main line circuit breaker (MLCB) pump discharges are directed away from unit. (generator disconnect) (A) is located under controller lid. Open controller lid to access circuit breaker. 001039 Figure 3-2. Control Panel and Circuit Breaker Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...

  • Page 18: Control Panel

    Regular Maintenance Due (Solid) * — 1 year / 100 hour maintenance due * These LEDs are shared with multiple alarm conditions. Solid light indicates one alarm. Flashing light indicates the other alarm condition. Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...

  • Page 19: Operating Modes

    T1 power is removed from the generator, or both. ® NOTE: If the unit is equipped with Mobile Link , exercise time can be remotely set for any desired day or time. Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...

  • Page 20: Battery Charger

    7. Set generator MLCB (generator disconnect) to ON the generator is ready to accept load (warm-up time has (CLOSED). Standby power source now powers the loads. Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...

  • Page 21: Cranking

    High Temperature Alarm or an open emer- 1. Install 7.5A fuse in controller. gency shutdown switch. 2. Verify generator MLCB (generator disconnect) is OFF (OPEN). 3. Set generator to AUTO mode at the controller. Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...
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  • Page 23: 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 7.5 kW PowerPact™...

  • Page 24: Service Schedule

    3 months or 50 hours of operation to prevent oil breakdown. *** Check valve clearance after the first 20 hours of operation. Continue to check at intervals of 300 hours. NOTE: Contact an IASD or visit www.generac.com for additional information on replacement parts. Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...

  • Page 25: Maintenance Log

    Maintenance 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 7.5 kW PowerPact™...

  • Page 26: Checking Engine Oil Level

    SAE 30 above 32 ºF (0 ºC) • SAE 10W-30 between –10 ºF (4 ºC) and above • Synthetic SAE 5W-30 for all temperature ranges Figure 4-1. Safe Oil Operating Range Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...

  • Page 27: Changing The Oil

    0.030 in (0.76 mm). If spark plug gap is out of 11. Start engine, run for one minute, and inspect for specification, replace spark plug. See Replace- leaks. ment Parts. 12. Shutdown engine and verify oil level. Add oil as needed. DO NOT OVERFILL. Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...

  • Page 28: Valve Clearance Adjustment

    Verify valve gauge (E). cover gasket is in place. 10. Install rubber plug into fan screen. 11. Install spark plug and attach spark plug wire. Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...

  • Page 29: Battery Maintenance

    2. Inspect battery posts and battery cables for tight- areas. Spray engine linkages with a light oil such as WD- ness and corrosion. Tighten and clean as neces- ® sary. Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...

  • Page 30: Remove From, And Return To Service Procedure

    (with white sleeve) at controller. 8. Open fuel shutoff valve. 9. Insert 7.5 amp fuse into generator control panel. 10. Start unit by pressing MANUAL button. Allow unit to warm up for a few minutes. Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...

  • Page 31: Section 5: Troubleshooting

    Contact an IASD. Faulty control board. continues to run Generator MLCB (generator disconnect) is Set generator MLCB (generator No AC output from OFF (OPEN). disconnect) to ON (or CLOSED). generator Generator internal failure. Contact an IASD. Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...
  • Page 32 Damaged gasket, seal, or hose. Inspect for oil leaks. NOTE: IASD must have an active Tech ID and be air-cooled certified to perform any warrantable repairs and submit warranty claims related to air-cooled products. Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...

  • Page 33: Quick Reference Guide

    Perform scheduled maintenance. Clear maintenance scheduled maintenance None MAINTENANCE due light. due.LED illuminates. Utility present. Generator Check utility sense running. Active mode NONE lines / utility Contact an IASD. Close utility disconnect. LED (AUTO/MANUAL/ disconnect. OFF) is flashing. Owner’s Manual for 7.5 kW PowerPact™...
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  • Page 36 ©2023 Generac Power Systems, Inc. S45 W29290 Hwy. 59 All rights reserved. Waukesha, WI 53189 Specifications are subject to change without notice. 1-888-GENERAC (1-888-436-3722) No reproduction allowed in any form without prior written www.generac.com consent from Generac Power Systems, Inc.

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