Generac XP8000E Portable Generator User Manual


 
Table of Contents
Portable Generator System
Introduction ............................................................. 1
Read this Manual Thoroughly ................................. 1
Safety Rules ........................................................... 2
Standards Index .............................................................3
Section 1 – General Information ............................. 4
1.1 Unpacking ......................................................................4
1.1.1 Accessory Box ..................................................4
1.2 Assembly .......................................................................4
1.2.1 Assembling the Wheel Kit ..................................4
1.2.2 Battery Connection ............................................4
Section 2 – Operation ............................................. 5
2.1 Know the Generator .......................................................5
2.2 Hourmeter ......................................................................6
2.3 Cord Sets and Connection Plugs ....................................6
2.3.1 120 VAC, 20 Amp, GFCI 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 ...............................7
2.5 Don’t Overload the Generator ..........................................7
2.6 Wattage Reference Guide ...............................................7
2.7 Before Starting the Generator .........................................8
2.7.1 Adding Engine Oil ..............................................8
2.7.2 Adding Gasoline .................................................8
2.8 To Start the Engine .........................................................8
2.9 Stopping the Engine .......................................................9
2.10 Low Oil Pressure Shutdown System ...............................9
2.10.1 Initial Start-up ....................................................9
2.10.2 Sensing Low Oil Pressure ..................................9
2.10.3 Restarting ..........................................................9
2.11 Charging a Battery .........................................................9
Section 3 – Maintenance ...................................... 10
3.1 Maintenance Schedule .................................................10
3.2 Product Specifications ..................................................10
3.2.1 Generator Specifications ..................................10
3.2.2 Engine Specifications .......................................10
3.3 General Recommendations ...........................................10
3.3.1 Generator Maintenance ....................................10
3.3.2 To Clean the Generator .....................................11
3.3.3 Engine Maintenance .........................................11
3.3.4 Checking Oil Level ...........................................11
3.3.5 Changing the Oil and Oil Filter ..........................11
3.3.6 Replacing the Spark Plug .................................11
3.4 Service Air Cleaner .......................................................11
3.5 Clean Spark Arrestor Screen.........................................12
3.6 Adjusting Valve Clearance ............................................12
3.7 General .......................................................................13
3.8 Long Term Storage .......................................................13
3.9 Other Storage Tips .......................................................13
Section 4 – Battery Service .................................. 14
4.1 Battery Service (Replacement) .....................................14
Section 5 – Troubleshooting ................................. 15
5.1 Troubleshooting Guide ..................................................15
Section 6 – Warranty ............................................ 16