Generac Portable Products 10000EXL, Owner'S Manual

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Generac Portable Products 10,000EXL Generator
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
RECOMMENDATIONS
The owner/operator is responsible for making sure that all
periodic maintenance tasks are completed on a timely
basis; that all discrepancies are corrected; and that the unit
is kept clean and properly stored. Never operate a
damaged or defective generator.
Engine Maintenance
See your engine owner’s manual for information needed to
maintain and service the engine.
Generator Maintenance
Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit clean
and dry. Operate and store the unit in a clean dry
environment where it will not be exposed to excessive
dust, dirt, moisture or any corrosive vapors. Make sure the
cooling air slots in the generator do not become clogged
with snow, leaves or other foreign material.
Check cleanliness of the generator frequently and clean
when dust, dirt, oil, moisture or other foreign substances
are visible on its exterior surface.
NOTE: Do Not use a garden hose to clean generator.
Water can enter the engine fuel system and cause
problems. In addition, if water enters the generator
through the cooling air slots, some water will be retained
in the voids and cracks of the rotor and stator winding
insulation. Water and dirt buildup on the generator internal
windings will eventually decrease the insulation resistance
of these windings.
To Clean the Generator
• Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.
• Soft, bristle brush may be used to loosen caked on dirt
or oil.
• A vacuum cleaner may be used to pick up loose dirt and
debris.
• Low pressure air (not to exceed 25 psi) may be used to
blow away dirt. Inspect cooling air slots and opening on
generator. These openings must be kept clean and
unobstructed.
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
The generator should be started at least once every seven
days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If this cannot
be done and you must store the unit for more than
30 days, use the following guidelines to prepare it for
storage.
Generator Storage
• Clean the generator as outlined in “To Clean the
Generator.”
• Check that the cooling air slots and openings on the
generator are open and unobstructed.
• Change engine oil.
• Drain fuel and run engine until the fuel system is empty.
• Remove spark plugs and pour about 1 ounce of clean
engine oil into spark plug holes. Crank engine over
slowly several times, to distribute oil. Install and tighten
spark plugs.
• Remove the negative battery cable from the battery to
prevent the battery from being depleted.
• Store the unit in a clean dry place.
CAUTION!
Storage covers can be flammable.
Do Not place a storage cover over a hot
generator. Let the unit cool for 5 minutes before
placing cover on the unit.
SPECIFICATIONS
Rated Maximum Continuous
AC Power Output .................................. 10,000 watts
(10 kW)
Rated Maximum Surge
AC Power Output .................................. 12,000 watts
(12 kW)
Rated Voltage............................................... 120/240 Volts
Rated Maximum AC Current
at 240 Volts .............................................. 41.7 Amperes
at 120 Volts .............................................. 83.3 Amperes
Phase.............................................................. 1
Rated AC Frequency.................................. 60 Hertz
Number of Rotor Poles ............................ 2