understand all instructions before using this INTRODUCTION equipment. We also strongly recommend instructing Thank you for purchasing this model of the GUARDIAN product ® other users to properly start and operate the unit. This line by Generac Power Systems, Inc. This model is a compact, prepares them if they need to operate the equipment high performance, air-cooled, engine driven generator designed in an emergency.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System 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 Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System ELECTRICAL HAZARDS EXPLOSION HAZARDS • Do not smoke around the generator. Wipe up any fuel or oil • All generators covered by this manual produce dangerous electrical voltages and can cause fatal electrical shock. Utility spills immediately.
Section 1 – General Information Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System 1.1 UNPACKING 1.2 ASSEMBLY • Set the palleted carton on a rigid flat surface. The generator requires some assembly prior to using it. If problems arise when assembling the generator, please call the •...
Section 1 - General Information Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System Figure 2 - Handle Assembly Figure 3 - Battery Connections 1.2.3 BATTERY CONNECTION • The battery shipped with the generator has been provided fully Negative Positive charged. Caution must be taken when connecting the battery. Cable Cable •...
Section 2 – Operation Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System Figure 9 - 120 VAC, 30 Amp Receptacle 2.2.5 12 VOLT DC, 10 AMP RECEPTACLE This receptacle allows you to recharge a 12 Volt automotive or utility style storage battery with the battery charge cables provided.
Section 2 – Operation Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System 2.3.2 CONNECTING ELECTRICAL LOADS 2.3 HOW TO USE THE GENERATOR DO NOT connect 240 Volt loads to 120 Volt receptacles. DO NOT connect 3-phase loads to the generator. DO NOT connect If you have any problems operating your generator, please call the 50 Hz loads to the generator.
Section 2 — Operation Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System Figure 15 - Fuel Shut-off Valve 2.6.2 ADDING GASOLINE ------------- ------------- WARNING WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot. DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke when filling the fuel tank.
Section 2 — Operation Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System • Move engine CHOKE knob to “Full Choke” position. 2.9 AUTOMATIC IDLE CONTROL Figure 17 - Full Choke Position This feature is designed to greatly improve fuel economy. When this switch is turned “On,” the engine will only run at its normal fast governed engine speed when electrical load is connected.
Section 2 — Operation Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System 2.12 CHARGING A BATTERY Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen DANGER! gas while recharging. An explosive mixture will remain around the battery for a long time after it has been charged. The slightest spark can ignite the hydrogen and cause an explosion.
Section 3 — Maintenance Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System 3.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Follow the calendar intervals. More frequent service is required when operating in adverse conditions noted below. Operation Maintenance Daily Every Season Every Season Every Season Check Oil Level Service Air Pre-Cleaner Change Oil and Oil Filter‡...
Section 3 — Maintenance Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System 3.3 GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS 3.3.3 ENGINE MAINTENANCE The warranty of the generator does not cover items that have DANGER! When working on the generator, always disconnect been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full negative cable from battery.
Section 3 — Maintenance Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System 3.3.6 REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG Use Champion RC14YC spark plug or equivalent. The correct air To clean or replace foam pre-cleaner: gap is 0.76 mm (0.030 in.). Replace the plug once each •...
Section 3 — Maintenance Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System Figure 21 - Spark Arrestor When valve clearance is correct, hold the pivot ball stud in place with the allen wrench and tighten the rocker arm jam nut. Tighten the jam nut to 174 in/lbs. torque. After tightening the jam nut, recheck valve clearance to make sure it did not change.
Section 3 — Maintenance Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System STORAGE 3.9 OTHER STORAGE TIPS: 3.7 GENERAL • Do not store gasoline from one season to another. The generator should be started at least once every seven days and be allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If this cannot be done •...
Section 4 — Troubleshooting Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System 4.1 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION 1. Circuit breaker is open. 1. Reset circuit breaker. Engine is running, but no AC 2. Poor connection or defective cord set. 2. Check and repair. output is available. 3.
Section 8 – Warranty Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board (CARB) and Generac Power Systems, Inc. (Generac) are pleased to explain the Emission Control System warranty on your new engine. In California, new off-road Large Spark-Ignition (LSI) engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the state's stringent anti-smog standards.
Section 8 – Warranty Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Emission Control System Warranty (ECS warranty) for 2001 and later model year LSI engines: (a) Applicability: This warranty shall apply to 1995 and later model year engines. The ECS Warranty period shall begin on the date the new engine or equipment is purchased by/delivered to its original, end-use purchaser/owner and shall continue for 24 consecutive months thereafter.
Section 8 – Warranty Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System GENERAC POWER SYSTEMS “TWO YEAR” LIMITED WARRANTY FOR GUARDIAN ® “12,500 WATT AND 15,000 WATT PORTABLE GENERATORS” For a period of two years from the date of original sale, Generac Power Systems, Inc. (Generac) warrants its Guardian generator will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the items and period set forth below.
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