Generac 6001 Portable Generator User Manual


 
General Information
5,500 Watt LP Series Portable Generator 7
Figure 2-4: Control Panel
5. Oil Drain – Use to drain engine oil.
6. Grounding Lug – Ground the generator to an approved earth
ground here. See "Grounding the Generator" for details.
7. Oil Fill – Add oil here and check level with dipstick.
Figure 2-5: Generator Grounding & Oil Drain/Fill
8. Air Filter – Filters intake air as it is drawn into the engine.
9. Muffler – Quiets the engine, includes the spark arrestor.
10. Recoil Starter Handle – Use to start the engine manually.
11. Handle – Pivot and retract for storage. Press the spring-loaded
button to move handles.
12. Tank Bracket – Supports the LP Fuel Cylinder with two (2) lock-
ing pins in place and folds up for transport or storage when not in
use with one (1) locking pin.
13. Fuel Tank
Standard 20 or 30 pound capacity LP tank with Type 1,
right hand Acme threads with protective cap (sold separately)
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14. Power Dial – Combines the engine choke, the LP regulator
Primer and the engine ignition On/Off switch in one location.
15. Tank Strap – Rubber strap assembly attaches to the cradle with
a Cotter Pin on one side and slides into a keyhole slot on the
other side of the cradle. Secure the LP Fuel Cylinder in place.
16. Fuel Shut Off – Valve is on the fuel tank.
Figure 2-6: Generator Controls
Figure 2-7: Generator Controls
Figure 2-8: Tank Bracket
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