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Generac Portable Products 1305–0 Owner's Manual

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4200
WATT
Portable Generator Owner's Manual
Model No. 1305–0 (4200 Watt AC Generator) Manual No. B4242 Revision 2 (9/6/2000)
Visit our Generac website: www.generac-portables.com
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages
that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

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  • Page 1 4200 WATT Portable Generator Owner’s Manual Model No. 1305–0 (4200 Watt AC Generator) Manual No. B4242 Revision 2 (9/6/2000) Visit our Generac website: www.generac-portables.com This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

  • Page 2: Equipment Description

    Generac Portable Products 4,200 Watt Generator EQUIPMENT SAFETY RULES DESCRIPTION This generator set was designed and manufactured for specific applications. Do Not attempt to modify the unit The generator is an engine-driven, revolving field, or use it for any application it was not designed for. If you alternating current (AC) generator.

  • Page 3: Grounding The Generator

    Generac Portable Products 4,200 Watt Generator • The generator produces a very powerful voltage that can • Never operate the generator: cause serious injury or death by electrocution. Never in rain; in any enclosed compartment; when connected touch bare wires or receptacles. Never permit a child electrical devices overheat;...

  • Page 4: Know Your Generator

    Generac Portable Products 4,200 Watt Generator 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.

  • Page 5: Carton Contents

    Generac Portable Products 4,200 Watt Generator CARTON CONTENTS • Fill fuel tank with clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline. Be careful not to overfill. Allow 1/2" of tank space for fuel expansion, as shown in Figure 2. Check all contents. If any parts are missing or damaged, call the generator helpline at 1-800-270-1408.

  • Page 6: Operating The Generator

    Generac Portable Products 4,200 Watt Generator OPERATING THE • Set the engine switch to the “ON” position (Figure 5). Figure 5 — Engine Switch GENERATOR Engine Switch CAUTION! Never start or stop the unit with electrical loads connected to the receptacles.

  • Page 7: Cold Weather Operation

    Generac Portable Products 4,200 Watt Generator Cold Weather Operation • Ensure a minimum of two feet clearance between open side of box and nearest object. Under certain weather conditions (temperatures below • Face exposed end away from wind and elements.
  • Page 8 Generac Portable Products 4,200 Watt Generator 120/240 Volt AC, 20 Amp Locking 120 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Type Receptacle Receptacle Use a NEMA L14-20 plug with this receptacle. Connect a Use a NEMA L5–30 plug with this receptacle. Connect a 4-wire cord set rated for 250 Volts AC at 20 Amps (or 3–wire cord set rated for 125 Volt AC loads at 30 Amps to...

  • Page 9: Don't Overload The Generator

    Generac Portable Products 4,200 Watt Generator DON’T OVERLOAD THE • If the appliance, tool or motor does not give wattage, multiply 120 Volts times ampere rating to determine GENERATOR watts (volts x amps = watts). • Some electric motors, such as induction types, require...

  • Page 10: Specifications

    Generac Portable Products 4200 Watt Generator SPECIFICATIONS To Clean the Generator • Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean. Maximum Surge Watts ....5,250 Watts •...

  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    Generac Portable Products 4,200 Watt Generator TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Circuit breaker is open. Reset circuit breaker. Poor connection or defective cord set. Check and repair. Engine is running, but Connected device is bad. Connect another device that is in good no AC output is condition.

  • Page 12: Schematic Diagram

    Generac Portable Products 4,200 Watt Generator SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM...

  • Page 13: Wiring Diagram

    Generac Portable Products 4,200 Watt Generator WIRING DIAGRAM...
  • Page 14 Generac Portable Products 4,200 Watt Generator EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST– MAIN UNIT Item Part # Qty Description Item Part # Qty Description ENGINE, Honda 8 hp 91825 ASSEMBLY, Brush & Bridge 52858 NUT, M8-1.25 Flange Lock Rectifier 70642 MOUNT, 45° Vibration...
  • Page 15 Generac Portable Products 4,200 Watt Generator EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST– CONTROL PANEL Item Part # Qty Description Item Part # Qty Description B4245 PANEL, Control 22264 WASHER, No. 8 Lock 75475 SCREW, M4 - 0.7 x 10mm 51715 NUT, M4 0.7 Hex...

  • Page 16: Limited Warranty

    (EXCEPT GN ENGINE SERIES) Generac Portable Products (hereafter referred to as the COMPANY) warrants to the original purchaser that its generator will be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one year* from the date of original purchase. This warranty does not apply to units used for prime power in place of utility.

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