IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – The manufacturer suggests that these rules for safe operation be copied and posted near the unit’s installation site. Safety should be stressed to all operators and potential operators of this equipment.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators • Keep a fire extinguisher near the generator at all times. Extinguishers rated “ABC” by the National Fire Protection Association are appropriate for use on the standby electric system.
Section 1 — General Information Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators DANGER Only qualified electricians or contractors should attempt such installations, which must comply strictly with applicable codes, standards and regulations. UNPACKING/INSPECTION After unpacking, carefully inspect the contents for damage.
1. Turn off the main gas supply (if connected). 2. Open the roof and remove the door. Section 1 — General Information Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators 3. Remove the battery (if installed). 4. Disconnect wire #0 and wire #14 from the gas 5.
Section 1 — General Information Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators 4. Remove the engine air in baffle located on the left- hand side of the battery compartment. Two M6 screws are located on top of the baffle and two M6 screws are located on the inside of the baffle towards the back.
Figure 1.5 – Battery Cable Connections Section 1 — General Information Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators The generator is equipped with a battery trickle charger that is active when the unit is set up for automatic operation.
Section 2 — Post Installation Start-up and Adjustments Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators The following procedures are to be observed: • Wear full eye protection and protective clothing; • Where electrolyte contacts the skin, wash it off immediately with water;...
(or closed) position. Loads are now powered by the standby generator. Section 2 — Post Installation Start-up and Adjustments Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators 8. Turn ON electrical loads. Apply an electrical load equal to the full rated wattage/amperage capacity of the installed generator.
Section 2 — Post Installation Start-up and Adjustments Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators ADJUSTING THE REGULATOR (NATURAL GAS ONLY) Although the generator has been factory set to pro- vide maximum power, it may be necessary in some areas to adjust this setting.
Make sure the idle spring does not stretch at all. Section 2 — Post Installation Start-up and Adjustments Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators 7. Restart the unit. 8. Slowly turn the idle adjust screw to adjust the no- load idle frequency to 63-63.5 Hz.
Section 3 — Operation Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators NOTE: The voltage regulator is housed above the genera- tor's control panel. The regulator maintains a volt- age in direct proportion to frequency. For example, at 62 Hertz, line-to-neutral voltage will be 124 volts.
(such as a utility main line circuit breaker). Section 3 — Operation Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators Do not attempt to activate the transfer switch manually until all power voltage supplies to the switch have been positively turned off.
Section 3 — Operation Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators DANGER Do not attempt to activate the transfer switch manually until all power voltage supplies to the switch have been positively turned off. Failure to turn off all power voltage supplies may result in extremely hazardous and possibly fatal electrical shock.
2. Remove the dipstick and wipe it dry with a clean cloth. Section 4 — Maintenance Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators 3. Install the dipstick; then, remove it again. The oil level should be at the dipstick “Full” mark. If nec- essary, add oil to the “Full”...
Section 4 — Maintenance Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators NOTE: The unit is supplied with “break-in” oil. See the “Break-in Procedure,” Section 3.1, for the first required oil change. Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been properly serviced with the recom- mended oil may result in an engine failure.
Section 4 — Maintenance Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators • Remove watches, rings or other metal objects; • Use tools with insulated handles; • Wear rubber gloves and boots;...
Section 4 — Maintenance Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators ADJUSTING VALVE CLEARANCE After the first 50 hours of operation, adjust the valve clearance in the engine. Important: If feeling uncomfortable about doing this procedure or the proper tools are not available, contact the nearest Generac Authorized dealer for service assis- tance.
9. Clean and wipe the entire generator. Section 4 — Maintenance Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators 4.12.2 RETURN TO SERVICE To return the unit to service after storage, proceed as follows: 1.
Section 4 — Maintenance Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators 4.13 SERVICE SCHEDULE ATTENTION: It is recommended that all service work be performed by the nearest Generac Authorized Dealer. SYSTEM/COMPONENT X = Action R = Replace as Necessary * = Notify Dealer if Repair is Needed.
Unit consumes large amounts of oil. *Contact the nearest Generac Authorized Dealer for assistance. Section 5 — Troubleshooting Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators CAUSE 1. Fuse blown 2. Loose, corroded or defective battery cables 3.
Section 7 — Exploded Views and Parts Lists Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators Enclosure – Drawing No. 0F0080-C PRE PACKAGED UNITS ONLY 32 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc.
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022097 WASHER LOCK M6-1/4" 0F0710 RIVET POP 0.125 X 0.337 Section 7 — Exploded Views and Parts Lists Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators Enclosure – Drawing No. 0F0080-C ITEM PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION 047411 047411...
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Section 7 — Exploded Views and Parts Lists Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators Control Panel – Drawing No. 0E7974-G 34 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc.
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NUT HEX LOCK M3-0.5 NYLON INSERT 0D9784 NUT HEX LOCK M3-0.5 NYLON INSERT (7KW) Section 7 — Exploded Views and Parts Lists Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators Control Panel – Drawing No. 0E7974-G ITEM PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION 0D8502 0D8441...
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Section 7 — Exploded Views and Parts Lists Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators GT-990 Engine – Drawing No. 0E8774-K Part 1 36 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc.
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THRUST WASHER, GOVERNOR 0C2992 BUSHING, GOVERNOR LOWER Section 7 — Exploded Views and Parts Lists Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators GT-990 Engine – Drawing No. 0E8774-K Part 1 ITEM PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION 0C3971C 0C5305...
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Section 7 — Exploded Views and Parts Lists Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators GT-990/760 Engine – Drawing No. 0E8774-K Part 2 38 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc.
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SNORKEL, AIR INTAKE 0C3022A HOUSING, BLOWER NG COOLER Section 7 — Exploded Views and Parts Lists Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators GT-990/760 Engine – Drawing No. 0E8774-K Part 2 ITEM PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION 0D1131...
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Section 7 — Exploded Views and Parts Lists Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators 7 kW Generator – Drawing No. 0D3504-D 40 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc.
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Section 7 — Exploded Views and Parts Lists Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators Gas Regulator – Drawing No. 0D8720-G 48 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc.
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0D3973 * A QUANTITY OF 1 IS TO BE USED ON 7KW HOME STANDBY Section 7 — Exploded Views and Parts Lists Generac Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators Gas Regulator – Drawing No. 0D8720-G QTY. DESCRIPTION...
Owner’s Manual. For warranty purposes, Generac recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your engine. However, Generac cannot deny warranty solely due to the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the completion of all scheduled maintenance.
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”...
FOR GENERAC RESIDENTIAL AND LIGHT COMMERCIAL UNITS For a period of two (2) years or two thousand (2,000) hours of operation from the date of sale, which ever occurs first, Generac Power Systems, Inc. will, at its option, repair or replace any part(s) which, upon examination, inspection, and testing by Generac Power Systems or an Authorized/Certified Generac Power Systems Dealer, or branch thereof, is found to be defective under normal use and service, in accordance with the warranty schedule set forth below.
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