Table of Contents Portable Generator System ACCESSORY BOX Accessory Box ..........Inside Front Cover Introduction ................1 Check all contents. If any parts are missing or damaged locate an authorized dealer at 1-888-436-3722. Read this Manual Thoroughly ..........1 Contents include: Safety Rules ................1 •...
NOTE: Notes contain additional information important to a procedure Thank you for purchasing this model by Generac Power Systems, and will be found within the regular text body of this manual. Inc. This model is a compact, high performance, air-cooled,...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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. EXHAUST &...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Portable Generator System • Wipe up any fuel or oil spills immediately. Ensure that no MODEL NO: combustible materials are left on or near the generator. Keep the area surrounding the generator clean and free from debris and SERIAL NO: keep a clearance of five (5) feet on all side to allow for proper ventilation of the generator.
Section 1 – General Information Portable Generator System SPECIFICATIONS Figure 2 - Unit Identification Engine Type ......Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke Engine Size .
Section 2 – Operation Portable Generator System Figure 3 - Control Panel 6. The National Electric Code (NEC) requires the frame and external electrically conductive parts of the generator be properly connected to an approved earth ground. Proper grounding of the generator will prevent electrical shock in the event of a ground fault condition in the generator or in connected electrical devices.
Section 2 – Operation Portable Generator System Figure 5 - Prime Fuel System 2. DO NOT overload the generator; if the red “overload” LED lights up and the accessories attached to the generator stop operating, stop the engine and reduce the load to the generator.
Section 2 – Operation Portable Generator System USING THE FLEXPOWER™ SWITCH Figure 7 - Turn Off Fuel When the accessories connected to the generator are going to be used intermittently (such as a hand drill), the FlexPower™ switch can be pushed to the “ON” (I) position. This will lower the TURNING THE FUEL OFF generator engine speed when loads are not being applied, saving fuel, reducing engine wear and extending runtime.
Section 3 — Maintenance Portable Generator System TO FILL THE FUEL TANK TO ADD ENGINE OIL TO THE CRANKCASE 1. Remove the fuel tank cap. 1. Place the unit on a firm, level surface. 2. Remove the Left Side Service Cover. Figure 8 - Fuel Tank Cap 3.
Section 3 — Maintenance Portable Generator System NOTE: The air filter is located behind a cover for the air box (Figure 10). Push the tab on the bottom of the air box up wards to release the DO NOT use a garden hose to clean the generator. Water cover.
Section 3 — Maintenance Portable Generator System NOTE: 3. Install the new spark plug into the cylinder head. Tighten the spark plug to 15 ft/lb. To make draining the oil easier, a 6” length of vinyl (PVC) hose 4. Replace the spark plug lead, making sure it is fully seated. with an inside diameter of 1.25”...
Generac cannot deny warranty solely due to the lack of receipts. As the generator owner, you should be aware that Generac may deny any and/or all warranty coverage or responsibility if your generator, or a part/component thereof, has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications, or the use of counterfeit and/or "grey market"...
Such use voids this ECS Warranty and shall be sufficient grounds for disallowing an ECS Warranty claim. Generac shall not be held liable hereunder for failures of any warranted parts of Generac equipment caused by the use of such an unapproved, add-on, modified, counterfeit and/or "grey market"...
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SERIES PORTABLE GENERATORS For a period of two years from the date of original sale, Generac Power Systems, Inc. (Generac) warrants its iX Series generators will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the items and period set forth below. Generac will, at its option, repair or replace any part which, upon examination, inspection and testing by Generac or a Generac Authorized Warranty Service Dealer, is found to be defective.
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