Generator” on page 12. Every effort has been made to ensure that information in this manual is accurate and current. However, Generac reserves the right to change, alter or otherwise improve the product and this document at any time without prior notice.
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• Use generator only for intended uses. • If you have questions about intended use, ask dealer or contact Generac. • Operate generator only on level surfaces. • DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, dirt, or corrosive vapors.
Your generator requires some assembly and is ready for use after it has been properly serviced with the recommended oil and fuel. If you have any problems with the assembly of your generator, please call the generator helpline at 1-800-270-1408. IMPORTANT: Any attempt to run the unit before it has been serviced with the recommended oil will result in an engine failure.
Attach the vibration mounts to the support leg with a 30mm capscrew and lock nut. With the wheels on, secure the support leg assembly to the cradle with 20 mm long capscrews, flat washers, and lock washers. 10. Check each fastener to ensure it is secure and the tires are inflated between 15-40 PSI.
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. Electric Start Button Oil Fill Cap Circuit Breakers (AC) Ignition Switch...
GROUNDING THE GENERATOR 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 additional grounding of the unit. For that purpose, a GROUNDING WING NUT is provided on the generator end (Figure 4).
5A. For electric starting, press start switch on generator cradle.To prolong the life of the starter components, press the starter button for no more than 15 seconds, and pause for 30 seconds. 5B. For manual starting, grasp the recoil handle and pull slowly until slight resistance is felt.Then pull rapidly one time only to start engine.
• Start engine. Let the engine run while battery recharges. • When battery has charged, shut down engine NOTE: Use an automotive hydrometer to test battery state of charge and condition. Follow the hydrometer manufacturer’s instructions carefully. Generally, a battery is considered to be at 100% state of charge when specific gravity of its fluid (as measured by hydrometer) is 1.260 or higher.
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120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking Receptacle Use a NEMA L14–30 plug with this receptacle. Connect a 4–wire cord set rated for 250 Volt AC loads at 30 Amps (or greater) (Figure 12).You can use the same 4–wire cord if you plan to run a 120 Volt load.
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120 Volt, 20 Amp Locking Type Receptacle Use a NEMA L5–20 plug with this receptacle. Connect a 3–wire cord set rated for 125 Volt AC loads at 20 Amps to the plug (Figure 14). Figure 14 — 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Locking Receptacle 3-Wire Cord Set Ground (Green) Use this receptacle to operate 120 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single...
DON'T OVERLOAD YOUR GENERATOR Capacity You must make sure your generator can supply enough rated (running) and surge (starting) watts for the items you will power at the same time. Follow these simple steps: Select the items you will power at the same time. Total the rated (running) watts of these items.This is the amount of power your generator must produce to keep your items running.
SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Surge Watts ....12,500 watts Continuous Wattage Capacity ..10,000 watts Power Factor ......1.0 Rated Maximum Continuous AC Load Current: At 120 Volts .
STORAGE The generator should be started at least once every seven days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If this cannot be done and you must store the unit for more than 30 days, use the following guidelines to prepare it for storage.
Choke is opened too soon. Carburetor is running too rich or too lean. Correction Reset circuit breaker. Contact Generac service facility. Check and repair. Connect another device that is in good condition. Disconnect shorted electrical load. Contact Generac service facility.
GENERAC PORTABLE PRODUCTS OWNER WARRANTY POLICY Effective October 1, 2001 "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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