Operation; Know The Generator - Generac Power Systems XP Series 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 through 5 to become familiar
with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this
manual for future reference.
1. 230 Volt Ac, 15 Amp, AS/NZS 3112 – Supplies electrical
power for the operation of 230 Volt AC, 15 Amp, single-phase,
50 Hz electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads.
2. circuit Breakers (Ac) – Each receptacle is provided with a
push-to-reset circuit breaker to protect the generator against
electrical overload.
3. Fuse – This 1.5 Amp fuse protects the Battery Charger Input
jack.
4. Hourmeter – Tracks hours of operation and alerts to service
intervals.
5. choke Knob – Used when starting a cold engine.
6. Start Switch - Use to start engine from the starter motor.
The switch must be in the "On" position when starting the
engine from the recoil starter.
NOTE:
Figure 3 - 5,600 Watt control Panel
7. Spark Plug - See the Maintenance Schedule and Engine
Specification sections for details.
8. Oil Filter - See the Maintenance Schedule and Engine
Specification sections for details.
9. Oil Drain – Use to drain engine oil.
10. Oil Fill – Add oil here.
11. Air Filter – Filters intake air as it is drawn into the engine.
12. recoil Starter - Use to start engine manually.
13. Muffler – Quiets the engine.
14. Spark Arrestor – Reduces fire hazards by containing sparks.
15. Grounding Lug – Ground the generator to an approved earth
ground here. See "Grounding the Generator" for details.
16. Handles – Pivot and retract for storage. Press the spring-
loaded button to move handles.
17. Fuel Tank – See generator Specifications for tank capacity.
18. Gas cap – Fuel fill location.
19. Fuel Gauge – Shows fuel level in tank.
20. Battery - Powers the electric starter motor.
21. Battery charger Input - This receptacle allows the capability
to recharge the battery from the adaptor plug charger.
22. Lifting Device – use to lift and store the generator after use.
See Lifting Safety notes in the beginning of this manual.
23. Fuel Shut Off – Valve between fuel tank and carburetor.

Operation

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