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OperatiOn and parts Manual MOdel gaC-9.7HZ pOrtable generatOr (HOnda gX610 gasOline engine) Revision #2 (03/31/10) To find the latest revision of this publication, visit our website at: www.multiquip.com THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
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safety infOrMatiOn Do not operate or service the equipment before reading the Potential hazards associated with the operation of this entire manual. Safety precautions should be followed at all equipment will be referenced with hazard symbols which times when operating this equipment. Failure to read and may appear throughout this manual in conjunction with understand the safety messages and operating instructions safety messages.
NeveR use accessories or attachments that are not recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage CauTiON to the equipment and/or injury to user may result. NeveR operate this equipment without proper protective alWaYs know the location of the nearest clothing, shatterproof glasses, respiratory protection, fi re extinguisher.
safety infOrMatiOn eNgiNe saFeTY to prevent accidental discharge of sparks or fl ames from the engine exhaust. Spark arresters are qualifi ed daNgeR and rated by the United States Forest Service for this purpose. In order to comply with local laws regarding ...
safety infOrMatiOn NeveR use fuel as a cleaning agent. Make sure power cables are securely connected to the generator’s output receptacles. Incorrect connections dO NOT smoke around or near the may cause electrical shock and damage to the equipment.
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safety infOrMatiOn eNviRONmeNTal saFeTY If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into contact with clothing or skin, rinse skin or clothing NOTICE immediately with plenty of water. Dispose of hazardous waste properly. If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into Examples of potentially hazardous waste contact with eyes, rinse eyes immediately with plenty are used motor oil, fuel and fuel fi lters.
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Weight with Fuel 408 lbs. (185 kg.) NOTICE In keeping with Multiquip's policy of constantly improving its products, the specifications quoted herein are subject to change without prior notice. page 10 — gaC9.7HZ 60 HZ geNeRaTOR• OpeRaTiON aNd paRTs maNual — Rev. #2 (03/31/10)
speCifiCatiOns (engine) Table 2. specifications (engine) HONda gX610K1vd model HONda gX610u1vd Air-cooled 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, OHV, Type Horizontal Shaft Gasoline Engine 3.03 in. X 2.59 in. Bore X Stroke (77 mm x 66 mm.) Displacement 37.46 cu-in (614 cm Max Output 18.0 H.P./3600 R.P.M.
9700 31.49 IN (800 MM.) AC CIRCUIT BREAKER GAC-9.7HZ MARCHE MARCHE INTERRUPTEUR DE COURANT CA ARRET ARRET POWERED by IDLE OPERATION START Honda Engines CONTROL SWITCH BUTTON 211052 for 120V for 120V for 240V for 120/240V AC VOLTMETER CONTROL...
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installatiOn CONNeCTiNg THe gROuNd The nut and ground terminal on the generator should always be used to connect the generator to a suitable ground. The ground cable should be #8 size wire minimum. At the generator, connect the terminal of the ground cable between the lock washer and the nut (Figure 2) and tighten the nut fully.
installatiOn OuTdOOR iNsTallaTiON geNeRaTOR gROuNdiNg If possible install the generator in a area that is free of To guard against electrical shock and possible damage to the equipment, it is important to provide a good eaRTH debris, bystanders, and overhead obstructions. Make sure the generator is on secure level ground so that it cannot ground.
Before connecting this generator to any building’s electrical system, a licensed electrician must install an The Multiquip GAC9.7HZ generator is designed as a isolation (transfer) switch. portable dual purpose power source for 60 Hz (single phase) lighting facilities, power tools, submersible pumps Serious injury or death may result without this transfer and other industrial and construction machinery.
OFF and consult your receptacle will provide 120V, 30 amps, 60 Hz. authorized Multiquip service dealer. 13. gFCi duplex Receptacle – NEMA 5-15R, GFCI 6. idle Control switch – The generator is provided with receptacle will provide 120V, 15 amps.
COMpOnents (generatOr) Figure 4. Generator Components (continued) 15. engine Oil drain plug – Remove this drain plug 23. Choke lever – Used for starting the engine. Close when draining of the oil from the engine crankcase the choke lever when starting a cold engine or in is required.
inspeCtiOn/setup geNeRal iNspeCTiON pRiOR TO OpeRaTiON NOTICE ground power Tools Double-insulated power tools and small appliances have specially insulated housings that eliminate the When using power tools or electrical equipment requireing need for a ground. These types of double-insulated AC power from the generator, make sure power tool cord power cords are designed so that no part of the device has a ground pin or is double insulated as shown in Figure 5.
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inspeCtiOn/setup 3. Re-Insert dipstick (Figure 7), then remove dipstick from Before starting its holder. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick. 1. Read safety instructions at the beginning of manual. 2. Clean the generator, removing dirt and dust, particularly the engine cooling air inlet, carburetor and air cleaner.
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inspeCtiOn/setup Table 4. Oil Type season Temperature Oil Type Summer 25°C or Higher SAE 10W-30 Spring/Fall 25°C~10°C SAE 10W-30/20 Winter 0°C or Lower SAE 10W-10 Fuel Check 1. Close the fuel cock before filling the fuel tank. 2. Remove the fuel cap located on top of fuel tank. 3.
OperatiOn This section is intended to assist the operator with the initial 6. Place the generator's operation switch (Figure 14) in the ON position. start-up of the portable generator. It is extremely important that this section be read carefully before attempting to use the generator in the field.
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OperatiOn 14. Read voltmeter on front panel of generator (Figure 21) 11. Place idle control switch (Figure 17) in the OFF (down) and verify that 120 VAC is displayed. Using an external position. This will allow the engine speed to run at about voltmeter as shown in Figure 21, verify that 120 VAC 3600 RPM's.
OperatiOn/sHutdOwn stopping the engine (Normal shutdown) NOTICE 1. Place main circuit breaker (Figure 25) in the OFF When using a combination of dual receptacles, total position. load should not exceed the rated capacity of the generator. 16. The L14-30R receptacle is a dual voltage receptacle (120-240 volts).
preparatiOn fOr lOng terM stOrage generator storage For storage of the generating set for over 30 days, the following is required: Drain the fuel tank completely, or add STA-BIL to the fuel. Run the engine until the gasoline in the carburetor is completely consumed.
MaintenanCe Use Table 5 as a general maintenance guideline when servicing your engine. For more detail engine maintenance information, refer to the engine owner's manual supplied with your engine. Table 5. engine maintenance schedule FiRsT eveRY 3 eveRY 6 eveRY eveRY desCRipTiON OpeRaTiON...
MaintenanCe maintenance 3. Use an oil filter socket tool and remove oil filter as shown in Figure 31 Perform the scheduled maintenance procedures as defined by Table 5 and below: daily Thoroughly remove dirt and oil from the engine and control area.
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MaintenanCe engine air Cleaner daNgeR dO NOT use gasoline as a cleaning solvent, the possibility exists of fire or explosion which can cause damage to the equipment and severe bodily harm or even deaTH! 1. Remove the air cleaner cover and foam filter element as shown in Figure 32.
generatOr wiring digraM sYmBOl paRT Name Armature Winding Field Winding EXW1~2 Excitation Winding AC Voltmeter (120/240) Re1~5 Rectifier CON1 Receptacle L14-30R CON2 Receptacle L6-20R CON3 Receptacle L5-30R Wiring Color Code CON4~5 Receptacle 5-15R symbol Color symbol Color UPM-2 35A BLACK CP-32E/30N 30A BLUE WHITE...
trOublesHOOting (engine) Table 6. engine Troubleshooting symptom possible Cause solution Spark plug bridging? Check gap, insulation or replace spark plug. Carbon deposit on spark plug? Clean or replace spark plug. Difficult to start. Fuel is available but no SPARK Short circuit due to deficient spark plug Check spark plug insulation.
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trOublesHOOting (engine) Table 6. engine Troubleshooting (Continued) symptom possible Cause solution Flush fuel system and replace with correct Water in fuel system? Weak in power. type of fuel. Compression is proper Dirty spark plug? Clean or replace spark plug but misfires. Ignition coil defective? Replace ignition coil.
trOublesHOOting (generatOr) Table 7. generator Troubleshooting symptom possible problem solution Low voltage Engine speed too low? Raise engine speed to rated RPM. AC voltmeter not working? Replace Ac voltmeter. Control box internal wiring Check control box wiring. malfunction? Check red and green ignition wires. Defective ignition coil? Low voltage.
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A blank entry generally indicates that the item is not sold assembly/kit that can be purchased, or is not available separately or is not sold by Multiquip. Other entries will for sale through Multiquip. be clarifi ed in the “Remarks” Column.
suggested spare parts pORTaBle 60 HZ geNeRaTOR WiTH gaC9.7HZ NOTICE HONda gX610K1vd/gX610u1vd gasOliNe eNgiNes Part numbers on this Suggested Spare Parts list may supersede/replace the part numbers shown in the 1 to 3 units following parts lists. Qty. description 4....31620881A02 ..RECTIFIER 4....0601823754 ..RELAY 2....0601812529 ..RECEPTABLE L14-30R 1....0601811032 ..RECEPTACLE, L6-20R...
Ne laissez jamis l’appareil sans supervision quand il est en marche, II est impératif d’arrêter le AC CIRCUIT BREAKER motour et de la laisser refroidir avant d’ajouter GAC-9.7HZ MARCHE MARCHE INTERRUPTEUR DE COURANT CA OIL DRAIN de l’huile ou du carburant.
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gaC9.7HZ— naMeplate and deCals assy. paRT NO. paRT Name QTY. RemaRKs A6532101404 DECAL; DANGER, EXPL. GASES (FRENCH) ..1....A63210140 A6532101104A DECAL; DANGER, EXPL GASES (ENGLISH) ..1....A63210110A A6552000404A DECAL; CAUTION, HOT PARTS .......1....A65300040A A6532100904A DECAL; WARNING, EXHAUST GASES ....1....A63210090A A3552000504 DECAL; CAUTION, TRANS. SW.(FRENCH) ..1....A35200050 A3552000304A DECAL;...
HOnda gX610K1Vd/u1Vd — air Cleaner assy. page 44 — gaC9.7HZ 60 HZ geNeRaTOR• OpeRaTiON aNd paRTs maNual — Rev. #2 (03/31/10)
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HOnda gX610K1Vd/u1Vd — air Cleaner assy. paRT NO. paRT Name QTY. RemaRKs 1♦ 17210ZJ1841 ELEMENT COMP., AIR CLEANER ....1....USE UP TO S/N 2017952 1♦ 17210ZJ1842 ELEMENT COMP., AIR CLEANER ....1....USE FROM S/N 2017953 1◊ 17210ZJ1842 ELEMENT COMP., AIR CLEANER 17218ZJ1840 FILTER OUTER 17219ZJ1840 CLIP AIR CLEANER...
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HOnda gX610K1Vd/u1Vd engine — CarburetOr assy. paRT NO. paRT Name QTY. RemaRKs 12357ZJ1840 TUBE, BREATHER 15772551000 CLIP, BREATHER TUBE 3♦ 16010ZG8000 GASKET SET ............1....USE UP TO S/N BG21H C .....................INCLUDES ITEMS W/$ 3♦ 16010ZJ0911 GASKET SET ............1....USE FROM S/N BG21Q A .....................INCLUDES ITEMS W/$ 3◊...
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HOnda gX610K1Vd/u1Vd engine — COntrOl assy. paRT NO. paRT Name QTY. RemaRKs 16263883W10 JOINT ROD 16500ZJ1890 CONTROL ASSY., AUTO THROTTLE ....1....INCLUDES ITEMS W/# 16534ZJ1840 SPRING STARTER 4♦ 16550ZJ1841 ARM COMP., GOVERNOR ........1....UP TO S/N 2020000 4♦ 16550ZJ1842 ARM COMP., GOVERNOR ........1....FROM S/N 2020001 4◊...
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HOnda gX610K1Vd/u1Vd engine — fan COVer assy. paRT NO. paRT Name QTY. RemaRKs 16715ZJ1860 COVER, FUEL PUMP MANUAL CHOKE ..1 4♦ 19611ZJ1800ZB COVER, FAN , RECOIL START (R8) RED ..1....USE UP TO S/N 2021866 4♦ 19611ZJ1800ZC COVER, FAN , RECOIL START (R280) RED ..1....USE FROM S/N 2021867 4◊...
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