Generac 5940R Portable Generator User Manual


 
Introduction ............................................................. 1
Read this Manual Thoroughly ................................. 1
Safety Rules ........................................................... 1
Standards Index .............................................................3
General Information ................................................ 4
1.1 Unpacking ......................................................................4
1.1.1 Accessory Box ..................................................4
1.2 Assembly .......................................................................4
1.2.1 Assembling the Accessory Kit............................4
1.2.2 Starter Connection (Electric Start Only) ..............4
Operation ................................................................ 4
2.1 Know the Generator .......................................................4
2.2 Hourmeter ......................................................................5
2.3 Cord Sets and Connection Plugs ....................................6
2.3.1 120 VAC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacle ...............6
2.3.2 120/240 VAC, 30 Amp, Receptacle ....................6
2.4 How to Use the Generator ..............................................6
2.4.1 Grounding the Generator ....................................6
2.4.2 Connecting Electrical Loads ...............................6
2.5 Don’t Overload the Generator ..........................................7
2.6 Wattage Reference Guide ...............................................7
2.7 Before Starting the Generator .........................................7
2.7.1 Adding Engine Oil ..............................................7
2.7.2 Adding Gasoline .................................................8
2.8 Starting Pull Start Engines ..............................................8
2.9 Starting Electric Start Engines ........................................9
2.10 Stopping the Engine .......................................................9
2.11 Low Oil Level Shutdown System ....................................9
2.11.1 Sensing Low Oil Level ........................................9
Maintenance ........................................................... 9
3.1 Maintenance Schedule ...................................................9
3.2 Product Specifications ..................................................10
3.2.1 Generator Specifications ..................................10
3.2.2 Engine Specifications .......................................10
3.2.3 Emissions Information .....................................10
3.3 General Recommendations ...........................................10
3.3.1 Generator Maintenance ....................................10
3.3.2 To Clean the Generator .....................................10
3.3.3 Engine Maintenance .........................................10
3.3.4 Checking Oil Level ...........................................11
3.3.5 Changing the Oil ..............................................11
3.3.6 Replacing the Spark Plug .................................11
3.4 Service Air Filter ...........................................................11
3.5 Valve Clearance ............................................................11
3.6 General ........................................................................12
3.7 Long Term Storage .......................................................12
3.8 Other Storage Tips .......................................................12
Troubleshooting .................................................... 13
4.1 Troubleshooting Guide ..................................................13
Notes .................................................................... 14
Warranty ............................................................... 16
Manual del propietario ............................. 19
Manuel d'entretien .................................... 37
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