Generac 5818 Portable Generator User Manual


 
Introduction .............................................. 1
Read This Manual Thoroughly ................................................1
Safety Rules ............................................. 1
Contents ...............................................................................1
Operation and Maintenance....................................................1
How to Obtain Service ...........................................................1
Standards Index .....................................................................3
General Information ................................. 4
1.1 Unpacking/Inspection .....................................................4
1.2 Protection Systems ........................................................4
1.3 Emission Information......................................................4
1.4 The Generator ................................................................5
1.5 Specifications ................................................................5
1.6 Ready to Run .................................................................5
1.7 Fuel Requirements and Recommendations ......................6
1.8 Fuel Consumption ..........................................................6
1.9 Location .........................................................................6
1.10 Battery Requirements .....................................................9
1.11 Battery Installation ..........................................................9
1.12 The Battery ....................................................................9
1.13 Battery Charger ............................................................10
Post Installation Start-up and
Adjustments ........................................... 10
2.1 Activate the Generator ..................................................10
2.2 Before Initial Startup .....................................................10
2.3 Electrical Checks ..........................................................10
2.4 Generator Tests Under Load ..........................................12
2.5 Checking Automatic Operation ......................................12
Operation ................................................ 12
3.1 Control Panel Interface .................................................12
3.2 Automatic Operation .....................................................13
3.3 Sequence of Automatic Operation .................................13
3.4 Side Compartment .......................................................14
3.5 Protection Systems ......................................................14
Maintenance ........................................... 16
4.1 Fuse .............................................................................16
4.2 Checking the Engine Oil Level .......................................16
4.3 Changing the Engine Oil ................................................16
4.4 Changing the Engine Air Cleaner ...................................17
4.5 Spark Plugs ..................................................................17
4.6 Battery Maintenance .....................................................18
4.7 Adjusting GT-530 Valve Clearance .................................18
4.8 Cooling System ............................................................19
4.9 Attention After Submersion ...........................................19
4.10 Corrosion Protection.....................................................19
4.11 Out of Service Procedure ..............................................19
4.12 Service Schedule .........................................................21
Troubleshooting ..................................... 22
5.1 Troubleshooting Guide ..................................................22
Appendix................................................. 23
6.1 Menu System Navigation ..............................................23
Installation Diagrams ............................ 25
Oil Make-up System ............................... 29
Notes ....................................................... 30
Warranty ................................................. 32
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