Generac 005789-0 Portable Generator User Manual


 
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4. Choke Knob – Used when starting a cold engine.
5. Fuel Tank – Tank holds 4 U.S. gallons of fuel.
6. Grounding Lug – Ground the generator to an approved earth
ground here. See "Grounding the Generator" for details.
7. On/OFF Switch – Controls the operation of the generator.
8. Muffler – Quiets the engine.
9. Handle – Pivot and retract for storage.
10. Gas Cap – Fuel fill location.
11. Fuel Gauge – Shows fuel level in tank.
12. Oil Check/Fill – Check and fill oil here.
13. Recoil Starter – Use to start engine manually.
14. Fuel Shut Off – Valve between fuel tank and carburetor.
15. Oil Drain Plug – Used to drain engine oil.
16. Spark Arrestor – Reduces fire hazard by containing sparks.
17. Roll Over Valve – Passes fuel vapors to the carbon canister.
18. Carbon Canister – Absorbs fuel tank vapors.
19. Recovery Hose – Installed between items 17 & 18.
Figure 3 - Control Panel
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Figure 4 - Generator Controls
Figure 5 - Generator Controls
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Figure 6 - Generator Controls
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Section 2 – Operation
Portable Generator System