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Section 1 – General Information
Recreational Vehicle Generator
The manufacturer does not recommend using
any gasoline containing alcohol (such as “gaso-
hol”). If using any gasoline containing alcohol, it
must not contain more than 10 percent ethanol,
and it must be removed from the generator dur-
ing storage. Do NOT use any gasoline contain-
ing methanol. If using gasoline with alcohol,
inspect more frequently for fuel leaks and other
abnormalities.
1.5.2 OPTIONAL PROPANE FUEL SYSTEM
This generator is equipped with a liquid propane (LP) gas fuel sys-
tem. LP gas is usually supplied as a liquid in pressure tanks.
The generator requires a vapor withdrawal type fuel system. This
type of gaseous fuel system uses the vapors forming above the liq-
uid fuel in the storage tank. Air temperature around the storage tank
must be high enough to sustain adequate fuel vaporization. In colder
climates, it may be necessary to use an independent heat source to
be sure the fuel sufficiently vaporizes in the storage tank.
LP gas may consist of propane, butane or a mixture of the two
gases. Propane vaporizes at temperatures as low as -20° F (-29°
C), but butane returns to its liquid state when the temperature
drops below about 32° F (0° C). For that reason, a higher ratio
of propane is desired in the gas mixture when temperatures drop
below freezing.
1.5.3 FUEL CONSUMPTION
Model No Load 1/2 Load Full Load
05754-0 0.32 0.46 0.76
04164-3 0.47/17.05 0.72/3.06 1.25/45.35
Gasoline is in gal/h.
LP is in gal/h and cf/h.
1.5.4 ENGINE OIL REQUIREMENTS
Use only high quality detergent oil rated with American Petroleum
Institute (API) Service Classification SF, SG or SH. The recom-
mended oil weights include the following:
During summer months: SAE 30. An acceptable substitute is •
SAE 10W-30.
During winter months: SAE 5W-30. DO NOT USE SAE •
10-W40.
Crankcase and oil filter capacity is approximately 1,400 mL or
1.5 U.S. quarts. Do NOT use special additives. See "Checking the
Engine Oil Level" and "Changing the Engine Oil and/or Oil Filter"
sections for oil level check and fill procedures.
1.5.5 ENGINE
Type of Engine ............................................................GN-410, Single-cylinder
Cooling Method ................................................................................Air-cooled
Rated Horsepower ................................................................15 @ 4,200 rpm
Displacement ......................................................................................... 407cc
Cylinder Block ....................................................Aluminum w/Cast Iron Sleeve
Type of Governor ......................................................Mechanical, Fixed Speed
Air Cleaner .................................................Paper Element w/Foam Precleaner
Starter .................................................................................12-volt DC Electric
Ignition System ..............................................Solid-state w/Flywheel Magneto
Recommended Spark Plug
Champion .........................................................................................RC14YC
AC ..........................................................................................................R45S
Fram Autolite ..............................................................................................65
Spark Plug Gap ................................................................0.030 inch (76 mm)
Recommended Minimum Battery .......................................400 Cold-cranking
Amperes
ClassII Emission Compliant
1.5.6 GENERATOR
Rated Maximum Continuous
AC Output (Gasoline) ...................................................4,800 Watts (4.8 kW)
AC Output (LP Fuel) .....................................................4,500 Watts (4.5 kW)
Rated Voltage .............................................................................120 Volts AC*
Rated Maximum Continuous
AC Current (Gasoline).............................................................40 Amperes**
AC Current (LP Fuel)............................................................37.5 Amperes**
Phase ......................................................................................................Single
Rotor RPM ..............................................................................................3,600
Number of Rotor Poles ...................................................................................2
Engine RPM ............................................................................................2,571
Rated AC Frequency ...............................................................................60 Hz
Battery Charge Voltage ..................................................................14 Volts DC
Battery Charge Current .........................................................2 Amperes (max)
Weight
Gasoline ......................................................................................198 Pounds
LP Fuel ........................................................................................200 Pounds
Length ..........................................................................25.5 inches (648 mm)
Width .........................................................................18.88 inches (479 mm)
Height ........................................................................16.75 inches (425 mm)
* All units are reconnectable to 120- and/or 240-volt, dual voltage output. Units
are no longer listed per RVIA/ANSI when reconnected for dual voltage output.
** If reconnected for dual voltage, the ampere rating for 240 volts is 20 AC
amperes for model 05754-0, and 18.8 AC amperes for model 04164-3.
*** Maximum wattage and current are subject to, and limited by, such factors
as fuel Btu content, ambient temperature, altitude, engine condition, etc..
Maximum power decreases about 3.5% for each 1,000 feet above sea level;
and will also decrease about 1% for each 6° C (10° F) above 16° C (60° F)
ambient temperature.