Owner’s Manual and Installation Instructions Air-cooled Recreational Vehicle Generators • Model: 004700-0 QUIETPACT 40G This manual should remain with the unit.
This manual contains pertinent owner’s information, including warranty, electrical diagrams, exploded views and lists of repair parts for generator model numbers 004700-0. In addition, the latter portion of this manual contains information necessary for the proper installation of these generators.
Many accidents are caused by failing to follow simple and fundamental rules or precautions. Generac cannot possibly anticipate every possible cir cumstance that might involve a hazard. The warn- ings in this manual, and on tags and decals affixed to the unit, are, therefore, not all-inclusive.
Never work on the equipment when you are physically or mentally fatigued. • Inspect the generator regularly, and contact your nearest Generac Authorized Service Dealer immedi- ately for parts needing repair or replacement. • Before performing any maintenance on the genera- tor, disconnect its battery cables to prevent acci- dental start up.
OIL CAPACITY WITH FILTER: 0.8L/0.84QT TEMPERATURE SAE VISCOSITY 32˚F AND HIGHER 10˚F TO 100˚F 15W-40 0˚F TO 80˚F 10W-30 -20˚F TO 50˚F 5W-30 WHEN SERVICE OR PARTS ARE NEEDED IN THE USA OR CANADA, CONTACT THE GENERAC SERVICE LOCATOR AT 1-800-333-1322. 9/11...
The generator may have been installed so that it pow- ers 120-volt AC loads (Figure 1.1). It can be wired to connect 120-volt AC electrical loads. This procedure should be done by a Generac Authorized Service Dealer or other qualified installer. Figure 1.1 – Connections for 120 Volts Only SPECIFICATIONS 1.5.1 FUEL REQUIREMENTS...
Section 1 – General Information QUIETPACT 40G Recreational Vehicle Generator Generac does not recommend using any gasoline containing alcohol (such as “gasohol”). If you use any gasoline containing alcohol, it must not contain more than 10 percent ethanol, and it must be removed from the generator during storage.
Generator installation must have been properly com- pleted so it complies with all applicable codes, stan- dards and regulations and with the manufacturer's recommendations. Section 2 – Operation OPTIONAL REMOTE START/STOP PANEL AUTOMATIC CHOKE BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE NOTE: Generac ® Power Systems, Inc.
MOVE INTO FRESH AIR IMMEDIATELY. IF SYMP- TOMS PERSIST, GET MEDICAL HELP. Shut down the generator and do not operate it until it has been inspected and repaired. Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. DANGER Never sleep in the vehicle while the genset is running unless the vehicle has a working carbon monoxide detector.
(N.O.) contacts, is mounted near the oil filter. The contacts close if the temperature should exceed approximately 293º F (145º C), initiating an engine shutdown. Figure 2.2 – Low Oil Pressure and High Temperature Switches High Temperature Switch Low Oil Pressure Switch Generac ® Power Systems, Inc.
• After operating the unit for 25 hours, complete the tasks recommended under Section 2.10.2. 2.10.2 25-HOUR CHECK-UP After the 25-hour break-in period, contact a Generac Authorized Service Dealer for the following mainte- nance. The vehicle owner is responsible for any charges: •...
32˚F AND HIGHER 10˚F TO 100˚F 15W-40 0˚F TO 80˚F 10W-30 -20˚F TO 50˚F 5W-30 WHEN SERVICE OR PARTS ARE NEEDED IN THE USA OR CANADA, CONTACT THE GENERAC SERVICE LOCATOR AT 1-800-333-1322. Oil Filter Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 11...
Use the following procedure (Figure 3.2): 1. Turn the two screws counterclockwise to loosen. 2. Remove the cover, foam precleaner and paper filter. 12 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 3. Remove the foam precleaner from the cover.
If screen is not damaged, clean it with com- mercial solvent. • Replace the screen and the retaining bracket. Figure 3.6 - Spark Arrestor TAILPIPE P/N 0E0683 RETAINING SCREW P/N 056892 Generac FUEL NOTE: SPARK ARRRESTOR SCREEN P/N 089680 ® Power Systems, Inc. 13...
Keep unautho- rized personnel away from batteries. Damage will result if the battery connections are made in reverse. 14 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. DANGER Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The battery is capable of exploding.
3.10 MAJOR SERVICE MANUAL To obtain a service manual for your generator, con- tact Generac or your nearest Generac Authorized Service Dealer or, go to www.generac.com. Make sure to identify your MODEL NUMBER and SERIES. 3.11 EXERCISING THE GENERATOR Generac recommends that you start and operate the generator at least once every seven days.
65-85 inch-pounds torque. After tight- ening the jam nut, recheck valve clearance to make sure it did not change (Figure 3.8). Figure 3.8 — Tightening Jam Nut 16 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 3.14 RV GENERATOR SERVICE...
NOTICE TO INSTALLER These Installation Instructions have been published by Generac to aid in the installation of the products described in this manual. Generac assumes that installation personnel are familiar with the proce- dures for installing such products, or similar prod- ucts that Generac manufactures.
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There must be no possibility of gasoline vapors entering the vehi- cle interior. • You are required to install an approved, flexible, nonconductive fuel line between the generator fuel connection point and rigid fuel lines. Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 19...
Boulevard, Rexdale, Ontario, Canada, M9W 1R3. EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION Instructions and information in this section pertain to Generac air-cooled generators. This generator is designed specifically for installing in recreational vehicles. This generator operates 120-volts, single- phase, 60-Hertz, AC electrical loads that require 30.0 amps.
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Section 1 – General Information QUIETPACT 40G Recreational Vehicle Generator Figure 1.2 – Major Features and Dimensions (Drawing No. 0D8716-C) Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 21...
The fol- lowing general rules apply: • Vehicle construction MUST be capable of support- ing the weight of the generator. 22 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. • Whether the generator is mounted above the hori-...
• If the compartment is lined with galvanized steel, it may be constructed of any material. Generac rec- ommends that the compartment be constructed of 1/2-inch thick plywood (not strandboard), with the...
One excellent insulating material is a 1- inch (25 mm) thick fiberglass having a 2-pound den- sity. When fiberglass is used, its coated side should face toward the compartment interior. 24 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. DANGER Do not install sound insulation or any absorbent material on the compartment floor interior.
307.4 OIL DRAIN 376.4 695 TYP. Section 2 – Installation DANGER Fuel lines and exhaust piping must not pene- trate into the vehicle living area. 32.2 59.2 259.7 176.6 63.5 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 25 5/16"-18 WELDNUTS (6 PLACES)
® Power Systems, Inc. 2.3.2 TESTING THE INSTALLATION Generac recommends testing the installation to be sure adequate cooling airflow is available to the unit before placing the unit into service. If the unit shows signs of overheating, you will need to enlarge the air openings.
If the generator is to share the vehicle engine's tank, separate fuel pickup tubes are required for the engine and the generator. Generac recommends that you make the fuel pickup tube 2 to 3 inches (51 to 76 mm) shorter than the vehicle engine's pickup tube.
• If you use metallic conduit, vapor seal the end of the conduit where it enters the junction box. Do this because flexible metallic conduit is not vapor- proof along its entire length. Generac 483.1 REMOTE PANEL CONNECTOR AC OUTPUT...
(Figure 2.15). Whichever method you use, you must be certain that both power sources are NOT connect- ed at the same time. Figure 2.13 – Installation With Isolation Receptacle 30 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. The power supply cord must comply with all applic- able codes, standards and regulations.
FUEL 12.00" 12.00" WIRE LENGTH (mm) FUNCTION COLOR GROUND WHITE 12.0 (305) 12.0 (305) ENGINE RUN SIGNAL ORANGE 12.0 (305) 12 VDC YELLOW 12.0 (305) START BROWN 12.0 (305) STOP BLUE 12.0 (305) PRIME Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 31...
The generator engine is equipped with a high tem- perature switch. The switch has normally closed (N.C.) contacts. When the engine temperature is too high, switch contacts close, and the engine shuts down automatically. GENERAC RECOMMENDS THAT YOU TEST THE GENERATOR FOR ADEQUATE COOLING.
Check that hourmeter kit (if used) is installed properly. Check that any other options and accessories (if used) are installed properly. POST INSTALLATION TESTS Check that all tests are completed properly. ____________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ________________________________________________ Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 33...
ON (or closed). 2. Reset and replace if necessary. 3. Set switch to GENERATOR. 4. Stop, then restart the engine (Hold Start switch for at least 2 seconds). 5. Contact a Generac Authorized Service Dealer. Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 35...
Appendix 4 — Exploded Views and Parts Lists QUIETPACT 40G Recreational Vehicle Generator Enclosure – Drawing No. 0D8352-E 38 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. TO CARB...
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023484E 030340 0E0014 0E0017 0C7968 0E0361 0D8981 029451A 0D8628B Generac DESCRIPTION WASHER FLAT 3/8-M10" BLOCK, TERMINAL BATTERY POST STUD 3/8"-16 X 2"-1/4" BRASS 2.1' TAPE FOAM 1/8" X ½" SCREW HHTT M5-0.8 X 10 CUSTOMER CONNECTION HARNESS FOAM, AIR OUT COMPARTMENT SIDE...
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Appendix 4 — Exploded Views and Parts Lists QUIETPACT 40G Recreational Vehicle Generator Generator – Drawing No. 0D8353-F 40 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc.
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WASHER FLAT .281" I.D. X 1.50" O.D. WASHER LOCK M6-1/4" MUFFLER SCREW HHTT M6-1.0 X 12MM BOLT CARR 5/16"-18 X 2" NUT FLANG 5/16"-18 LOCK GASKET, EXHAUST NUT, HEX M8-1.25 SCREW HHC 5/16"-18 X 1-3/4" FILTER GASKET RV Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 41...
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Appendix 4 — Exploded Views and Parts Lists QUIETPACT 40G Recreational Vehicle Generator Control Panel – Drawing No. 0D8354-C 42 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc.
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SCREW RHM #6-32 X 1/4" SIMS TIE WRAP UL 4" (NOT SHOWN) DECAL (NOT SHOWN) HARNESS (NOT SHOWN) BUSHING, SNAP 1.09" WASHER LOCK M3 WASHER FLAT M3 DEUTSCH, MOUNTING CLIP RIVET POP 0.125" LARGE FLANGE Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 43...
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Appendix 4 — Exploded Views and Parts Lists QUIETPACT 40G Recreational Vehicle Generator GN-220 H/SH Engine – Drawing No. 0D8355-C Part 1 44 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc.
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SCREW PPHM M3-0.5 X 8MM ELBOW 45D STREET 1/8NPT RHMS #4-40 X 5/16" SEMS COTTER PIN ROD, CHOKE CONTROL BOOT CHOKE SOLENOID PLASTIC SCREW TAP-R #10-32 X 9/16" RHMS #4-40 X 1/4" SEMS ASSEMBLY, BI-METAL/HEATER SOLENOID, CHOKE Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 45...
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Appendix 4 — Exploded Views and Parts Lists QUIETPACT 40G Recreational Vehicle Generator GN-220 H/SH Engine – Drawing No. 0D8355-C Part 2 46 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc.
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ROCKER ARM JAM NUT PUSH ROD GUIDE PLATE 1/4" NPT PIPE PLUG ROCKER COVER ASSEMBLY PLASTIC OIL FILL PLUG VALVE SPRING KEEPER BARBED ELBOW 90 1/4" NPT X 3/8" STUD M8-1.25 / 10MM X 30MM Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 47...
Limited Warranties for Generac Power Systems, Inc.,” which is enclosed herewith on a separate sheet, also provided to you by Generac. The ECS Warranty applies only to the emission control system of your new engine. If there is any conflict in terms between the ECS Warranty and the Generac Warranty, the ECS Warranty shall apply except in circumstances where the Generac Warranty may provide a longer warranty period.
Such use voids this ECS Warranty and shall be sufficient grounds for disallowing an ECS Warranty claim. Generac shall not be held liable hereunder for failures of any warranted parts of a Generac engine caused by the use of such an unapproved, add-on, modified, counterfeit and/or ‘grey market’...
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Generac Power Systems, Inc. (Generac) will, at its option, repair or replace any part which, upon examination, inspec- tion and testing by Generac or a Generac Authorized Warranty Service Facility, is found to be defective under normal use and service, in accordance with the warranty schedule set forth below. Any equipment that the purchaser/owner claims to be defective must be returned to and examined by the nearest Generac Authorized Warranty Service Facility.