Generac 004709-0 Portable Generator User Manual


 
Part – Owner’s Manual
Introduction .............................................................................1
Read This Manual Thoroughly .........................................................1
Contents .........................................................................................1
Operation and Maintenance .............................................................1
How to Obtain Service ....................................................................1
Authorized Service Dealer Locator Number ...........................................1
Safety Rules ...........................................................................2
General Information ................................................................4
1.1 Generator Identification ...........................................................4
1.2 Generator Applicability ............................................................5
1.3 Safety .....................................................................................5
1.4 Generator AC Connection System ...........................................5
1.5 Specifications .........................................................................5
Operation ................................................................................7
2.1 Generator Control Panel ..........................................................7
2.2 Optional Remote Start/Stop Panel............................................7
2.3 Automatic Choke.....................................................................7
2.4 Before Starting the Engine .......................................................7
2.5 Starting the Generator .............................................................8
2.6 Stopping the Generator ...........................................................8
2.7 Applying Loads to Generator ...................................................8
2.8 Do Not Overload the Generator ................................................9
2.9 Protection Systems .................................................................9
2.10 Additional Information ...........................................................10
Maintenance .........................................................................10
3.1 Checking the Engine Oil Level................................................10
3.2 Changing the Engine Oil and/or Oil Filter ................................10
3.3 Maintaining the Engine Air Cleaner ........................................11
3.4 Clean Air Intake .....................................................................12
3.5 Checking the Engine Spark Plug ............................................12
3.6 Fuel Filter ..............................................................................12
3.7 Clean Spark Arrestor .............................................................12
3.8 Cleaning the Generator ..........................................................13
3.9 Battery Maintenance .............................................................13
3.10 Major Service Manual ...........................................................14
3.11 Exercising the Generator .......................................................14
3.12 Out of Service Procedure ......................................................14
3.13 Adjusting Valve Clearance .....................................................14
3.14 RV Generator Service Interval ................................................15
Notes ....................................................................................16
Part II – Installation Instructions
Safety Rules .........................................................................18
Notice to Installer ..............................................................................18
General Information ..............................................................20
1.1 Purpose and Scope of the Manual .........................................20
1.2 Safety ...................................................................................20
1.3 Standards Booklets ...............................................................20
1.4 Equipment Description ..........................................................20
1.5 Generator Engine Operating Speed ........................................20
1.6 Generator AC Connection System .........................................20
Installation ............................................................................ 22
2.1 Location and Support............................................................22
2.2 Generator Compartments ......................................................23
2.3 Cooling and Ventilating Air .....................................................26
2.4 Gasoline Fuel System ............................................................26
2.5 Exhaust System........ ............................................................27
2.6 Electrical Connections ...........................................................28
2.7 Battery Installation... .............................................................29
2.8 Optional Accessories ............................................................31
Post-installation Start-up Adjustments .................................32
3.1 Post Installation Tests ............................................................32
3.2 Before Initial Start-up ............................................................32
3.3 Initial Start ............................................................................32
3.4 Testing Under Load ...............................................................32
3.5 Installation Checklist .............................................................33
Troubleshooting ....................................................................34
Troubleshooting Guide .......................................................................34
Notes ....................................................................................35
Electrical Data ......................................................................36
Exploded Views and Parts Lists ............................................38
Warranty ............................................................................... 48
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