Generac Power Systems 005796-0 (XG6500), Owner'S Manual

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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 Wheel Kit and Frame Foot ..........4
Operation ................................................................ 5
2.1 Know the Generator .......................................................5
2.1.1 Battery Connection (XG7000E & XG8000E) .......6
2.2 Hourmeter - No Reset ....................................................6
2.3 Hourmeter - With Reset ..................................................6
2.4 Cord Sets and Connection Plugs ....................................7
2.4.1 120 VAC, 20 Amp, GFCI Duplex Receptacle .......7
2.4.2 120/240 VAC, 30 Amp Receptacle .....................7
2.5 How to Use the Generator ..............................................7
2.5.1
System Ground ..................................................7
2.5.2 Grounding the Generator ....................................8
2.5.3 Neutral to Frame Grounding ...............................8
2.5.4 Connecting Electrical Loads ...............................8
2.6 Don’t Overload the Generator ..........................................9
2.7 Wattage Reference Guide ...............................................9
2.8 Before Starting the Generator .........................................9
2.8.1 Adding Engine Oil ..............................................9
2.8.2 Adding Gasoline ...............................................10
2.9 To Start the Engine .......................................................10
2.9.1 Manual (Recoil) Starting ..................................11
2.9.2 Electric Starting (XG7000E & XG8000E) ..........11
2.10 Stopping the Engine .....................................................11
2.11 Low Oil Pressure Shutdown System .............................11
2.11.1
Restarting ........................................................11
2.12 Charging the Battery (XG7000E & XG8000E) ................11
Maintenance ......................................................... 12
3.1 Maintenance Schedule .................................................12
3.2 Product Specifications ..................................................12
3.2.1 Generator Specifications ..................................12
3.2.2 Engine Specifications .......................................12
3.2.3 Emissions Information .....................................12
3.3 General Recommendations ...........................................12
3.3.1 Generator Maintenance ....................................13
3.3.2 To Clean the Generator .....................................13
3.3.3 Engine Maintenance .........................................13
3.3.4 Checking Oil Level ...........................................13
3.3.5 Changing the Oil and Oil Filter ..........................13
3.3.6 Replacing the Spark Plug .................................13
3.4 Service Air Filter ...........................................................13
3.5 Clean Spark Arrestor Screen.........................................14
3.6 General
........................................................................14
3.7 Long Term Storage .......................................................14
3.8 Other
Storage Tips .......................................................15
Battery Service ..................................................... 15
4.1 Battery Replacement (XG7000E & XG8000E) ...............15
Troubleshooting .................................................... 16
5.1 Troubleshooting Guide ..................................................16
Notes .................................................................... 17
Warranty ............................................................... 20
Manual del propietario ..................................... 23
Manuel d'entretien ............................................ 45
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