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Generac Portable Products PowerBOSS 5500 Storm-Plus Owner's Manual

Generac Portable Products PowerBOSS 5500 Storm-Plus Owner's Manual

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his is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.Obey all safety messages
that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Questions?
Help is just a moment away!
Call: Generac Generator
Helpline - 1-800-270-1408
M-F 8-5 CT
Web: www.generac-portables.com
or www.briggsandstratton.com
Model No. 1642-1 (5,500 Watt AC Generator)
Manual No. 189438 Revision 2 (02/I 1/2002)

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  • Page 1 It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.Obey all safety messages Questions? Help is just a moment away! Call: Generac Generator Helpline - 1-800-270-1408 M-F 8-5 CT Web: www.generac-portables.com or www.briggsandstratton.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Every effort hasbeen madeto ensure that informationin Turn generator OFF and let it cool at [east2 minutes before this manual is accurate and current. However, Generac removing gas cap. Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in tank_ reserves the right to change,alter or otherwise improvethe Fill fuel tank outdoors.
  • Page 3 DANGER Use generator only for intended uses. tf you have questions about intended use, ask dealer or call the Generac generator helpline at 1-800-270-1408. Operate generator only on level surfaces. Do not expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, dirt, or corrosive vapors.

  • Page 4: Know Your Generator

    KNOWYOUR GENERATOR Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your generator. Compare the illustrationswith your generator,to familiarize yourself with the locationsof various controts and adjustments. Savethis manualfor future reference. FuelTank SparkArrester Muffler Choke Lever Circuit (AC) Breakers Air Cleaner 120/240Volt AC, 30 Amp Receptacle...

  • Page 5: Assembly

    Your g enerator requires some assembly and isready f or CARTON CONTENTS useafterit has been properly s erviced withthe Check all contents. If any parts are missing or damaged,call recommended oiland fuel. the generator helpline at 1-800-270-1408. If you have any problems with the assembly of your •...
  • Page 6 3. Slide a wheel over the axle. Add Gasoline NOTE: Be sure to installboth wheels with the air pressure valve on the outboard side. ARNING! Never fill fuel tank indoors.Never fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot.Allow Retain wheel on axle with the retaining pin.You may unit to cool for two minutes before refueling.

  • Page 7: Operation

    GROUNDING Turn the fuel valve to the "On" position (Figure 4). G EN ERATO R The National Electrical Code requires that the frame and external electrically conductive parts of this generator be properly connected to an approved earth ground. Local electrical codes may also require proper grounding of the unit.
  • Page 8 This receptacle powers 120/240Volt AC, 60 Hz, single Connecting Electrical Loads phase loads requiring up to 5,500 watts of power (5.5 kW) • Let engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes after at 30 Amps for 120Volts or 240Volts.The outlet is starting.
  • Page 9 DON'T OVERLOAD YOUR Plug in and turn on the next load. Again, permit the generator to stabilize. G EN ERATO R Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each additional load. Never add more loadsthan the generator capacity.Take special care to consider surge loads in generator capacity, Capacity as described above.
  • Page 10 SPECIFICATIONS Generator Maintenance Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit clean Maximum SurgeWatts ....8,500 watts and dry. Operate and store the unit in a clean dry Continuous Wattage Capacity ... 5,500 watts environment where it will not be exposed to excessive Power Factor ......

  • Page 11: Storage

    STO RAG E AUTION! Storage covers can be flammable. Oo Not place a storage cover over a hot The generator should be started at least once every seven generator. Let the unit cool for a sufficient time days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If this cannot before placing the cover on the unit.

  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    Connect another device that is in good no AC output condition. available. Fault in generator. Contact Generac service facility. Short circuit in a connected load. Disconnect shorted electrical load. Generator is overloaded. See"Don't Overload the Generator" on Engine runs good but page9.

  • Page 13: Notes

    NOTES...

  • Page 14: Schematic/V_Iring Diagram

    ÷ SCHEMATIC BRIOGE RECTIFIER BLUE_(6) EXCITATION FIELD BLUE GRAY (44) GR4Y BLUE (ii) (22) (44) C.B. ¢444) BLUE (114) 120V/204 GRAY BLUE (22) BLUE (22> (I14) __BLUE (114) 12o/e4ov/3o4 (444) BLUE (I14) GR4Y- (22)
  • Page 15 ÷ WIRING DIAGRAM CIRCUIT CIRCUIT BREAKER BREAKER 44A-- 44A - 120/24{ IBOV ---22- rCARNING! TAB MUST NOT BE BROKEN RED-- BLUE-_ (22) (11) SIX LUG CONNECTOR HOUSINO HBUSING BlX LUO CONNECTOR NOTE: POSITIVE BRUSH IS CLOSEST TO BEARING BLUE CUSTOMER GRBUNB LUO...

  • Page 16: Replacement Parts

    EXPLODED VIEW - MAIN UNIT...
  • Page 17 PARTS LIST - MAIN UNIT Item Part # Description Item Part # Description B188894GS CRADLE B2153GS SCREW,# I 0 Self Drilling B92531GS 189155GS WASHER, Flat, 6.6 x 21.6 x 1.9 SUPPORT,Engine B92731GS 188973GS GROMMET,Tank SUPPORT,Engine & Muffler 66365GGS 189156GS HHCS, M6-1.0 x 25 HOUSING, EngineAdapter 187746GS 80270GS...
  • Page 18 EXPLODEDVIEWAND PARTS LIST-WHEEL Item PaX # Qty Description B4217GS ASSEMBLY, H andle BI764GS LEG, Mounting 52858GS NUT, Locking Hex M8 - 1.25 39287GS HHCS, M8- 1.25 x 45 93693HGS AXLE B4966GS WHEEL, 10" Diameter 87005AGS PIN, Retaining 22247GS WASHER, Flat 42907GS HHCS, M8- 1.25x 16...
  • Page 19 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST- CONTROL PANEL Item Part # Qty Description 188914GS COVER, Lid, Control Panel 188889GS CONTROL PANEL,Compact 189167GS CLIP,Hinge Pin Retainer 189182GS SPRING, Hinge, Pin 189166GS PIN, Hinge, Cover, Compact 68759GS OUTLET, 120V,20Amp, Duplex 189165GS NUT, Patnut,Pushnut,5/32 84198GS CAP, Circuit Breaker 75207GS...
  • Page 20 AI_IADA COMBUSTIBLE informacibnque aparece en este manual es exacta y se encuentra actualizada.Sin embargo, Generac se reserva el derecho a Apague el generador (posicibn OFF) y d_jelo enfriar al menos por cambiar, alterar o de otra manera mejorar, el producto y este 2 minutos antes de remover la tap_de la gasolina.Afloie _atapa...
  • Page 21 Use el generador solamente con la finalidadpara el cual rue disefiado. Si usted tiene alguna pregunta acerca de las finalidadesde uso del generador, preg0ntele a su concesionario o contacte a Generac. Opere el gener_dor solamente en superficies nivel_das. No exponga al generador a una humedad excesiva, polvo, suciedad o vapores corrosivos.

  • Page 22: Reglasde Seguridad

    CONOZCA SU GENERADOR LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIOY LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPERAR SU GENERADOR. Compare las ilustraciones con su Generador para familiarizarse con las ubicaciones de los diferentes controles y ajustes. Conserve este manual para referencias futuras. Tanque de Combustible Silenciador Apagachispas...

  • Page 23: Ensamblaje

    Su generador requiere de ciertos procedimientos de montaje y La unidad principal solo estar_ listo para ser utilizado despu_s de haberle Manual del propietario suministrado servicio con el combustible y aceite recomendados. Aceite para motor Si usted tiene problemas con el montaje de su generador, por Tapones de fijaci6n favor Ilame a la Ifnea de ayuda para generadores al 1-800-270-1408.
  • Page 24 5. Repita lospasos 3y4 para a segurar lasegunda rueda. 6. Remuevalos bloques temporales. iADVERTENClA! No Ilene excesivamente el tanque de combustible. Deje suficiente espacio para la expansi6n del combustible. 7. Para a yudar alensamblaje delapata deapoyo, haga descansar elgenerador enlacamilla conlaparte del m otor Use gasolina regular SIN CONTENIDO DE PLOMO hacia a bajo.Anexe...

  • Page 25: Funcionamiento

    CONEXION ATIERRA GENERADOR El C6digo Nacional de Electricidad exige que el marco y las partes exteriores del generador conductoras de electricidad, est_n conectadas a tierra adecuadamente. Los c6digos el_ctricos locales tambi_n pueden exigir que la unidad est6 conectada a tierra correctamente. Para tal prop6sito, se ha instalado una tuerca mariposa para conexi6n a tierra en la base del bastidor (Rgura 12).
  • Page 26 Conexion De Cargas Electricas Deje que el motor se estabilice y se caliente por unos minutos despu_sdel arranque. Juego de Cable de 4 Alambres Conecte y encienda las cargas el_ctricas de 120y/o 240 Voltios AC monof_sicas de 60 Hz que desse. No conecte cargas de 240 Voltios a tomacorrientes de 120Voltios.
  • Page 27 NO SOBRECARGUE Conecte y encienda la pr6xima carga. De nuevo, permita que el generador se estabilice. GENERADOR Repita los pasos4 y 5 para cada carga adicional que usted tenga. Capacidad Nunca ahada m_s cargas sobre la capacidad del generador.Tome Usted debe asegurarse que su generador puede proveer el una atenci6n especial en considerar las cargas de corriente seg_n suficiente vataje calificado (cuando est_ funcionando) y de carga capacidaddel generador, como se describe arriba.

  • Page 28: Especificaciones Del Producto / Mantenimiento

    ESPECIFICAClONES enfriamiento, algo del agua quedar_ retenida en los espacios vactos y grietas del aislamiento del devanado del estator y rotor. Potencia M_xima ..... 8,500Vatios (8.5 kW) La acumulacibn de aguay suciedad en los devanados internos del generador disminuir_ eventualmente la resistencia del aislamiento Potencia de Sobretensibn ....

  • Page 29: Notas

    NOTAS...

  • Page 30: Diagnosticos De Averfas

    Conecte otro dispositivo que est_ buenas condiciones. disponsible. Contacte el Departmento de Servicio Aver_ generador. Generac. Corto circuito en una de las cargas conectadas. Desconecte la carga el_ctrics en corto. EIgeneradorest_ sobrecargs. Ves"No Sobrerecarque el Generador" en la...

  • Page 31: Garantia

    LIHITADA "Los productos portdtiles Generac, LLC reparar_ o reemplazarg, sin costo alguno, cualquier parte o partes del equipo que est_n defectuosas en materiales o mano de obra, o ambos. Los cargos por concepto de transporte en las partes sometidas a reparaci6n o reemplazo bzjo esta garantia deben set cubiertos por el comprador.
  • Page 32 LIMITED WARRANTY "Generac Portable Products,LLC will repair or replace, free of charge, any part, or parts of the equipment that are defective in material or workmanship or both.Transportation charges on parts submitted for repair or replacement under this Warranty must be borne by purchaser.

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