Operation; Know The Generator - Generac Power Systems 005930-0 Owner's Manual

2.1 KNOW THE GENERATOR

Read the Owner's Manual and Safety Rules before operating
this generator.
Compare the generator to Figures 3 and 4 to become familiarized
with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this
manual for future reference.
1. 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacle – Supplies electrical
power for the operation of 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, single-phase,
60 Hz electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads.
2. 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle – Supplies
electrical power for the operation of 120 and/or 240 Volt AC,
30 Amp, single-phase, 60 Hz, electrical lighting, appliance,
tool and motor loads.
3. Circuit Breakers (AC) – Each receptacle is provided with a
push-to-reset circuit breaker to protect the generator against
electrical overload.
4. 2-Pole Circuit Breaker – this 30 Amp 2-pole circuit breaker
protects the 120/240 Volt locking receptacle.
5. 120 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle – Supplies electrical
power for the operation of 120 Volt AC, 30 Amp, single-phase,
60Hz electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads.
6. Idle Control – with the switch in the "ON" position, the idle
control runs the engine at normal (high) speeds when there
is an electrical load present and runs the engine at idle (low)
speeds when a load is not present.
7. Fuse – this 1.5 Amp fuse protects the Battery Charger Input
jack.
8. Ground Fault Sensing Module – supplies ground fault to
protect electrical power for all receptacles on the control
panel.
9. GFCI Circuit Breaker – Use to reset the full control panel GFCI
electrical system.
10. Voltage Selector Switch – Allows the user to choose between
120/240 volts, or 120 volts only. When in the 120 volt only
position, the total generator output is available through any
of the 120 volt outlets. In the 120/240V position, receptacles
of 120 and 240 volts AC can be used simultaneously. The
voltage selector switch provides the user with more usable
power and improved flexibility.
11. Hourmeter – Tracks hours of operation.
12. Fuel Shut Off – Valve between fuel tank and carburetor.
13. Choke Knob – Used when starting a cold engine.
14. Start Switch – Used to start engine from the starter motor.
15. Battery Charger Input – This receptacle allows the capability
to recharge the 12 volt DC storage battery provided with
the 12 Volt Adaptor Plug Charger which is included in the
Accessory Box.
16. Oil Drain – Use to drain engine oil.
17. Oil Fill – Add oil here.
18. Air Filter – Filters intake air as it is drawn into the engine.
19. Recoil Starter – Use to start engine manually.
20. Grounding Lug – Ground the generator to an approved earth
ground here. See "Grounding the Generator" for details.
21. Muffler – Quiets the engine.
22. Spark Arrestor – Reduces fire hazards by containing sparks.
23. Handles – Pivot and retract for storage. Press the spring-
loaded button to move handles.
24. Fuel Tank – See generator Specifications for tank capacity.
25. Gas Cap – Fuel fill location.
26. Fuel Gauge – Shows fuel level in tank.
27. Battery – Powers the electric starter.
28. Lifting Device – use to lift and store the generator after use.
See Lifting Safety notes in the beginning of this manual.
Figure 3 - Control Panel

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