Generac Power Systems RG10090 Owner's Manual page 35

Battery Replacement
Removal
WARNING
Accidental Start-up. Disconnect the negative battery ca-
ble, then the positive battery cable when working on unit.
Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury.
Proceed as follows to remove the battery:
1. Remove negative (-) battery cable (black) from
negative (-) battery terminal.
2. Remove positive (+) battery cable (red) from posi-
tive (+) battery terminal.
3. See Figure 5-9. Install rubber protective cover (A)
over positive (+) battery terminal.
Figure 5-9.
Figure 5-9. Remove/Install Battery
4. Loosen two screws with nylon washers to release
battery hold-down clamp from battery tray.
5. Grasp battery strap (B), and lift battery from battery
tray.
6. Remove rubber protective cover from positive (+)
battery terminal.
Installation
WARNING
Accidental Start-up. Disconnect the negative battery ca-
ble, then the positive battery cable when working on unit.
Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury.
Proceed as follows to install the battery:
1. Install rubber protective cover over positive (+) bat-
tery terminal.
2. Grasp battery strap and lift battery.
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3. Set battery onto battery tray.
4. Tighten two screws with nylon washers to secure
5. Remove rubber protective cover from positive (+)
6. Install positive battery cable (red) to positive (+)
7. Install negative battery cable (black) to negative (-)
(W000130)
NOTE: If continuing with Schedule A maintenance proce-
dures, leave negative battery cable (black) disconnected.
Inspecting Accessory/Drive Belt
Inspection
NOTE: 9.0 L units are provided with an automatic belt
tensioner and do not need adjustment.
B
Proceed as follows to inspect accessory/drive belt
condition:
1. Perform visual inspection as follows:
A
2. See
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Figure 5-10.
B
C
(W000130)
Figure 5-10. Check Accessory/Drive Belt Deflection
hold-down clamp to battery tray.
battery terminal.
battery terminal.
battery terminal.
• Inspect belt for cracks, fraying, excessive
wear, or other damage.
• Verify belt is free of grease and oil.
• Replace belt if contaminated, damaged,
frayed, or worn.
NOTE: Use a solution of soap and warm water to
clean pulleys, if necessary. Avoid use of solvents,
but if used, always follow by a soap and water
wash.
Figure 5-10. Verify fan belt deflection.
A
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