Generac Power Systems 005622-0, Owner'S Manual

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Introduction ............................................................. 1
Read this Manual Thoroughly ................................. 1
Safety Rules ........................................................... 2
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
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 To Start the Engine .........................................................8
2.9 Stopping the Engine .......................................................9
2.10 Low Oil Level Shutdown System ....................................9
2.10.1 Sensing Low Oil Level ........................................9
Maintenance ........................................................... 9
3.1 Maintenance Schedule ...................................................9
3.2 Product Specifications ....................................................9
3.2.1 Generator Specifications ....................................9
3.2.2 Engine Specifications .........................................9
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 ...........................................10
3.3.5 Changing the Oil ..............................................10
3.3.6 Replacing the Spark Plug .................................10
3.4 Service Air Filter ...........................................................10
3.5 Valve
Clearance ............................................................11
3.6 General .......................................................................11
3.7 Long Term Storage .......................................................11
3.8 Other Storage Tips .......................................................11
Troubleshooting .................................................... 12
4.1 Troubleshooting Guide ..................................................12
Notes .................................................................... 13
Warranty ............................................................... 14
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