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GENE 'AC
The Reliable
Ones
9000WATT
Portable
Generator
Owner's Manual
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DANGER[
This generator is designed for outdoor use only Never use this generator inside any building
or enclosure including the generator compartment
of a recreational vehicle (RV). Carbon monoxide
poisoning,
fire and/or an explosion
may result. No user performed modifications, including venting of
exhaust and/or cooling ventilation, will eliminate the danger, Always have at least two feet of clearance on
all sides of the generator even while operating the unit outdoors.
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DANGER[
You must isolate the generator from the electric utility by opening the electrical system's
main circuit breaker or main switch if this unit is used for backup power. Failure to isolate the generator
from the power utility
may result in injury or death to electric
utility workers
and damage to the
generator due to a backfeed of electrical energy.
The Emission Control System for this generator is warranted for standards set by the
Environmental
Protection Agency. For warranty information refer to the Engine Owner's manual.
Model No. 1338-1 (9,000 Watt AC Generator)
Manual No. B5178 Revision 0 (8/25/1999)
Visit our Generac website: www.generac-portables.com
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This 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.
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- Page 1 The Emission Control System for this generator is warranted for standards set by the Environmental Protection Agency. For warranty information refer to the Engine Owner's manual. Model No. 1338-1 (9,000 Watt AC Generator) Manual No. B5178 Revision 0 (8/25/1999) Visit our Generac website: www.generac-portables.com This is the safety alert symbol.
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Page 2: Safety Rules
Every effort has been expended to make sure that the information in this manual is both accurate and current. However, Generac reserves the right to DANGER! You must isolate the generator change, alter or otherwise improve the product at any from the electric utility by opening the electrical time without prior notice. -
Page 3: Grounding The Generator
Generac P ortable Products 9 ,000 WattGenerator • Thegenerator produces a verypowerful voltage that • Never operate the generator: cancauseserious injury or deathbyelectrocution. in rain; in any enclosed compartment; if connected Never t ouchbarewiresor receptacles. Neverpermit electrical devices overheat; if electrical output is a childor anyunqualified p erson to operate the lost;... -
Page 4: To Remove Generator From Carton
Generac Portable Products 9 ,000WattGenerator Yourgenerator requires someassembly a ndis ready ASSEMBLE WHEEL KIT for useafterit hasbeenproperly s erviced withthe recommended oilandfuel. IMPORTANT: This wheel kit is not intended for If youhaveanyproblems w iththeassembly ofyour over-the-road use. generator, please callthegenerator helpline at To install your wheel kit you need the following toot 1-800-270-1408. - Page 5 Generac P ortable Products 9 ,000 WattGenerator HANDLE Cap Screw, 45 mm LEG, Mounting Support MOUNT, FLAT WASHER Vibration AXLE ,,--WASHER, Lock WASHER Wheel _Cap Screw, 20 mm Screw, ;HER, 30 mm Wheel WHEEL PiN, Retaining CHECK BATTERY / ATTACH...
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Page 6: Know Your Generator
Generac Portable Products 9 ,000WattGenerator KNOW YOUR GENERATOR Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your generator. Compare the illustrations with your generator to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference... -
Page 7: Before Starting The Engine
Generac P ortable Products 9 ,000 WattGenerator BEFORE STARTING THE • Clean area around fuel fill cap; remove cap. • Fill fuel tank with clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline. ENGINE Be careful not to overfill Allow 1/2" of tank space for fuel expansion (Figure 4). -
Page 8: If The Engine Will Not Start
Generac Portable Products 9 ,000WattGenerator Jl'*""'_ Fuel Tank Start • Pull the choke knob to close. If the engine is warm, or the ambient temperature is high, pull the choke IMPORTANT: Do not operate the electric starter handle half-way, or keep it fully open (Figure 6). -
Page 9: Stopping The Engine
Generac P ortable Products 9 ,000 WattGenerator RECEPTACLES Stopping the Engine • Remove all electrical loads connected to generator This generator is equipped with the following panel receptacles. Never start or stop engine with receptacles: devices plugged in and turned on. - Page 10 Generac Portable Products 9 ,000WattGenerator 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp Locking 120 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle Receptacle Use a NEMA L5-20 plug with this receptacle. Use a NEMA L5-30 plug with this receptacle. Connect a 3-wire cord set rated for 125 Volts AC at Connect a 3-wire cord set rated for 125 Volts AC at 20 Amps to the plug (Figure 9).
- Page 11 Generac P ortable Products 9 ,000 WattGenerator 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking 240 Volt AC, 50 Amp Receptacle Receptacle Use a NEMA 14-50 plug with this receptacle. Connect a 4-wire cord set rated for 250 Volts AC at Use a NEMA L14-30 plug with this receptacle.
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Page 12: Don't Overload The Generator
Generac Portable Products 9 ,000WattGenerator DON'T OVERLOAD • If the appliance, tool or motor does not give wattage, multiply volts times ampere rating to GENERATOR determine watts (volts x amps = watts). • Some electric motors, such as induction types,... -
Page 13: Storage Instructions
Generac Portable Products 9 ,000WattGenerator GENERAL MAINTENANCE STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS RECOMMENDATIONS The generator should be started at least once every seven days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If The Owner/Operator is responsible for making sure this cannot be done and you must store the unit for... -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
Generac P ortable Products 9 ,000 WattGenerator TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Correction 1. Reset circuit breaker. Engine is running, but no 1. One of the circuit breakers is open. AC output is available. 2, Fault in generator. 2. Contact Generac service facility. - Page 15 Generac Portable Products 9,000 Watt Generator NOTES...
- Page 16 Generac Portable Products 9 ,000WattGenerator ID]_LF_i_]_ SCHEMATIC D_P_DITDR PB_ER PBWEE _/[ HDING V£ND£NG B_LU PElf _p_RK I BNITI _44D EHB, IGNITIBN...
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Page 17: Wiring Diagram
Generac P ortable Products 9 000WattGenerator ID_'! WIRING DIAGRAM _PARK 2TARTER PLUG _PARK PLUG... -
Page 18: Generator Exploded View
Generac Portable Products 9,000 Watt Generator GENERATOR EXPLODED VIEW 7\\\\\ Detoil Battery Troy "63... -
Page 19: Generator Parts List
Generac P ortable Products 9 ,000 WattGenerator GENERATOR PARTS LIST Item Part # Description Item Part # Description BATTERY ENGINE, Robin 18HP BB4509 SHIELD, Heat B4627 KEY, Ignition Switch A77304 SUPPORT, Engine AB4682 BRACKET, Ignition Switch BB4811 SHIELD, Heat A96925... - Page 20 Generac Portable Products 9,000 Watt Generator ALTERNATOR EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST < Item Pa_ # Description B4906 SHIELD, Front B4907 GRID, Front B4908 BOLT, Shaft Stay B4909 STAY BOLT, M8 x 30 B4910 ASSEMBLY, Housing B4911 B4912 COVER, Blind End...
- Page 21 Generac P ortable Products 9 ,000 WattGenerator CONTROL PANEL EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST \\\\_ Item Part # Description Item Part # Description BB4504 PANEL, Control 43437 OUTLET, 120/240'7, 30 Amp 23897 FLAT WASHER, #10 - M5 Locking 91526 PPHMS, M5 - .08 x 12mm...
- Page 22 Generac Portable Products 9,000 Watt Generator I=&'_i3-#Y'-JI | ? j/_ WHEEL KIT EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Item Pa_ # Description 93393B HANDLE 39287 HHCS, M8 - 1.25 x 45 52858 NUT, Locking M8 - 1 25 93394 LEG, Mounting Support...
- Page 23 Generac P ortable Products 9 ,000 WattGenerator NOTES...
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Page 24: Limited Warranty
PORTABLE GENERATORS GENERAC PORTABLE PRODUCTS (hereafter referred to as the COMPANY) warrants to the original purchaser that all components originally equipped with the generator, excluding the engine, for its portable generator will be free from defects in materials or workmanship for the items and period set forth below from the date of original purchase.