General Information; Unpacking; Accessory Parts; Operation - Generac Power Systems 005981-2 Owner's Manual

General Information

1.1 UNPACKING

• Remove all packaging material.
• Remove separate accessory box.
• Remove the generator from carton.

1.1.1 ACCESSORY PARTS

Check all contents. If any parts are missing or damaged, locate an
authorized dealer at 1-888-436-3722.
• 1 - Owner's manual
• 1 - Oil SAE 30
• 3 - Product Registration Cards (English, Spanish, French)
• Spark Plug Wrench & Handle

2.1 KNOW THE GENERATOR

Read the Owner's Manual and Safety Rules before operating
this generator.
Compare the generator to Figures 1 through 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. Circuit Breaker (AC) – Each receptacle is provided with a
1-pole, 15 amp circuit breaker to protect the generator against
electrical overload.
3. On/OFF Switch – Controls the operation of the generator.
4. Grounding Lug – Ground the generator to an approved earth
ground here. See "Grounding the Generator" for details.
5. Air Filter – Filters intake air as it is drawn into the engine.
6. Choke Knob – Used when starting a cold engine.
7. Recoil Starter – Use to start engine manually.
8. Fuel Tank – Tank holds 3.5 U.S. gallons of fuel.
9. Gas Cap – Fuel fill location.
10. Fuel Gauge – Shows fuel level in tank.
Figure 1 - Control Panel
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11. Spark Arrestor – Reduces fire hazard by containing sparks.
12. Muffler – Quiets the engine.
13. Oil Check/Fill – Check and fill oil here.
14. Oil Drain Plug – Used to drain engine oil.
15. Fuel Shut Off – Valve between fuel tank and carburetor.
16. Roll Over Valve - Passes fuel vapors to the carbon canister.
17. Recovery Hose - Installed between the engine air intake and
the Roll Over Valve.
Figure 2 - Generator/Engine Controls
Figure 3 - Generator/Engine Controls