Table Of Contents - Generac Power Systems XP Series Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction ............................................................. 1
Read this Manual Thoroughly ................................. 1
Safety Rules ........................................................... 1
Standards Index .............................................................3
General Information ................................................ 4
1.1 Unpacking ......................................................................4
1.1.1 Accessory Box (6.5, 8 & 10kW) ........................4
1.2 Assembly .......................................................................4
1.2.1 Assembling the Wheel Kit ..................................4
1.2.2 Battery Connection (if equipped) ........................5
Operation ................................................................ 5
2.1 Know the Generator .......................................................5
2.1.1 Cold Weather Operation/De-icer .........................8
2.2 Hourmeter - With Reset ..................................................9
2.3 Cord Sets and Connection Plugs ....................................9
2.3.1 120 VAC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacle ...............9
2.3.2 120/240 VAC, 30 Amp, Receptacle ....................9
2.3.3 120/240 VAC, 50 Amp Receptacle (10kW) ......10
2.3.4 Ground Fault Sensing Module ..........................10
2.3.5 120 VAC, 30 Amp Receptacle ..........................10
2.4 Automatic Idle Control (if equipped)..............................11
2.5 Voltage Selector Switch (3.6 & 6.5kW only) .................11
2.6 How to Use the Generator ............................................11
2.6.1 System Ground ................................................11
2.6.2 Grounding the Generator ..................................12
2.6.3 Connecting Electrical Loads .............................12
2.7 Overload Prevention .....................................................12
2.8 Wattage Reference Guide .............................................12
2.9 Before Starting the Generator .......................................13
2.9.1 Adding Engine Oil ............................................13
2.9.2 Adding Gasoline ...............................................13
2.10 Starting the Engine (Electric Start Only) ........................14
2.11 Starting Pull Start Engines ............................................14
2.12 Stopping the Engine .....................................................15
2.13 Low Oil Level Shutdown System ..................................15
2.14 Charging the Battery (if equipped) ................................15
Maintenance ......................................................... 15
3.1 Performing Scheduled Maintenance .............................15
3.2 Maintenance Schedule .................................................15
3.3 Product Specifications ..................................................16
3.3.1 Generator Specifications ..................................16
3.3.2 Engine Specifications .......................................16
3.3.3 Emissions Information .....................................16
3.4 General Recommendations ...........................................17
3.4.1 Generator Maintenance ....................................17
3.4.2 To Clean the Generator .....................................17
3.4.3 Engine Maintenance .........................................17
3.4.4 Checking Oil Level ...........................................17
3.4.5 Changing the Oil and Oil Filter ..........................17
3.4.6 Replacing the Spark Plug(s) .............................17
3.4.7 Battery Replacement (if equipped) ...................18
3.4.8 Air Filter Replacement ......................................18
3.4.9 Clean Spark Arrestor Screen ............................19
3.4.10 Adjusting Valve Clearance ................................19
3.5 General ........................................................................20
3.6 Long Term Storage .......................................................20
Troubleshooting .................................................... 21
4.1 Troubleshooting Guide ..................................................21
Warranty ............................................................... 22
Manual del Usuario............................................... 27
Manuel de l'utilisateur .......................................... 55