Table Of Contents - Generac Power Systems GP Owner's Manual

introduction . ............................................................ 1
Readthis iVlanual Thoroughly . ................................1
Safety Rules ........................................................... 1
Standards Index.............................................................3
Generalinformation ................................................4
1.1 Unpacking ......................................................................4
1.1.1 Accessories Included.........................................4
1.2 Assembly.......................................................................4
1.2.1 Assemblingthe Accessory Kit............................4
1.2.2 BatteryCableConnection(ElectricStart Only)....5
Operation................................................................ 5
2.1 Knowthe Generator.......................................................5
2.2 Hourmeter . .....................................................................6
2.3 Cord Sets and ConnectionPlugs....................................7
2.3.1 120 VAC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacle...............7
2.3.2 120/240 VAC, 30 Amp, Receptacle ....................7
2.4 How to Usethe Generator..............................................7
2.4.1 System Ground ..................................................8
2.4.2 Groundingthe Generator . ...................................8
2.5 Don't Overloadthe Generator . .........................................8
2.6 WattageReferenceGuide...............................................9
2.7 BeforeStarting the Generator.........................................9
2.7.1 Adding EngineOil ..............................................9
2.7.2 Adding Gasoline .................................................9
2.8 Starting Pull Start Engines ............................................ 10
2.9 Starting ElectricStart Engines...................................... 11
2.10 Stoppingthe Engine.....................................................11
2.11 Low Oil Level ShutdownSystem .................................. 11
2.11.1 SensingLow Oil Level . ..................................... 11
2.12 Chargingthe Battery(Electric Start Units Only).............11
Maintenance .........................................................12
3.1 Performing ScheduledMaintenance............................. 12
3.2 MaintenanceSchedule................................................. 12
3.3 Product Specifications.................................................. 12
3.3.1 GeneratorSpecifications.................................. 12
3.3.2 EngineSpecifications....................................... 12
3.3.3 Emissions Information ..................................... 12
3.3.4 High Altitude Operation.................................... 13
3.4 GeneralRecommendations ...........................................13
3.4.1 GeneratorMaintenance.................................... 13
3.4.2 To Cleanthe Generator . .................................... 13
3.4.3 Engine Maintenance ......................................... 13
3.4.4 CheckingOil Level . .......................................... 13
3.4.5 Changingthe Oil .............................................. 13
3.4.6 Replacing the SparkPlug .................................14
3.4.7 Battery Replacement(if applicable).................. 14
3.5 Service Air Cleaner.......................................................14
3.6 ValveClearance ............................................................14
3.7 General........................................................................15
3.8 Long Term Storage ....................................................... 15
3.9 OtherStorageTips ....................................................... 15
Troubleshooting....................................................16
4.1 TroubleshootingGuide.................................................. 16
Notes ....................................................................17
Warranty ...............................................................20
MANUAL D ELUSUARIO .................................... 23
MANUEL D EL'UTILISATEUR ............................. 45