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Generac Power Systems 1470-0, Owner'S Manual

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Owner’s Manual

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Call: Generac Generator Helpline - 1-800-270-1408

M-F 8-5 CT

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Model No. 1470-0  (7,000 Watt AC Generator)  Manual No. 186744GS  Revision 6 (07/08/2003)

Safety Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Know Your Generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-12
Product Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17
Schematic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Replacement Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-23
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last Page

• Generator

• Wheel kit

• Battery

• Battery charge cables

• Battery float charger

• Extenda Panel™ cord

• Locking 30 Amp plug

• Two Bottles of engine oil

• Three packets of fuel stabilizer

• Owner's manual

• Engine manual

*If any parts are missing or damaged, call 1-800-270-1408.

Parts Included*

Table of Contents

Summary of Contents for 1470-0

Page 1: ...nerator 5 Assembly 6 Operation 7 12 Product Specifications 13 Maintenance 13 Storage 14 Troubleshooting 15 Notes 16 17 Schematic 18 Wiring Diagram 19 Replacement Parts 20 23 Warranty Last Page Generator Wheel kit Battery Battery charge cables Battery float charger Extenda Panel cord Locking 30 Amp plug Two Bottles of engine oil Three packets of fuel stabilizer Owner s manual Engine manual If any p...

Page 2: ...al personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death The safety alert symbol is used with a signal word DANGER CAUTION WARNING a pictorial and or a safety message to alert you to hazards DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death ...

Page 3: ...et U S Coast Guard Regulation 33CFR 183 and should not be used on marine applications Failure to use the appropriate U S Coast Guard approved generator could result in bodily injury and or property damage WARNING DO NOT allow any open flame spark heat or lit cigarette during and for several minutes after charging a battery Wear protective goggles rubber apron and rubber gloves Storage batteries gi...

Page 4: ...om generator before stopping generator Exceeding generators wattage amperage capacity can damage generator and or electrical devices connected to it CAUTION WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TOYOUR GENERATOR Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place the wire where it cannot contact spark plug Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock WARNING Use generator only f...

Page 5: ... AC 30 Amp single phase 60 Hz electrical lighting appliance tool and motor loads 120 240 Volt AC 30 Amp Locking Receptacle May be used to supply electrical power for the operation of 120 and or 240 Volt AC 30 Amp single phase 60 Hz electrical lighting appliance tool and motor loads Air Cleaner Uses a dry type filter element and foam pre cleaner to limit the amount of dirt and dust sucked into the ...

Page 6: ... generator are tight and secure BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE Add Engine Oil and Fuel Place generator on a level surface Refer to engine owner s manual and follow oil and fuel recommendations and instructions NOTE Check oil often during engine break in Refer to engine owner s manual for recommendations NOTE The generator assembly rotates on a prelubricated and sealed ball bearing that requires no add...

Page 7: ... when the unit is equipped with a wheel kit Proper grounding also helps dissipate static electricity which often builds up in ungrounded devices OPERATING THE GENERATOR IMPORTANT Always unplug the battery float charger before starting the generator Starting the Engine Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator Follow these start instruction steps in numerical order 1 Turn fuel valve to On ...

Page 8: ...ngine speed Always have the switch off when starting and stopping the engine Charging a Battery Your generator has the capability of recharging a discharged 12 Volt automotive or utility style storage battery DO NOT use the unit to charge any 6 Volt batteries DO NOT use the unit to crank an engine having a discharged battery To recharge 12 Volt batteries proceed as follows 1 Check fluid level in a...

Page 9: ... Build a structure that will enclose three sides and the top of the generator Make sure entire muffler side of generator is exposed Note that your generator may appear different from that shown in Figure 6 Ensure a minimum of two feet clearance between open side of box and nearest object Face exposed end away from wind and elements Enclosure should hold enough heat created by the generator to prev...

Page 10: ...p grounded neutral circuit Figure 8 The Extenda Panel provides a convenient supply of emergency power into your dwelling so that your generator can be operated safely outside The maximum load on each outlet is 20 Amps The maximum total load on both yellow wire outlets or black wire outlets is 30 Amps NOTE Follow all safety precautions when connecting any extension cord or device to the generator R...

Page 11: ...x Receptacle Each receptacle Figure 11 is protected against overload by a 20 Amp push to reset circuit breaker Use each receptacle to operate 120 Volt AC single phase 60 Hz electrical loads requiring up to 2 400 watts 2 4 kW at 20 Amps of current Use cord sets that are rated for 125 Volt AC loads at 20 Amps or greater 12 Volt DC 10 Amp Receptacle This receptacle allows you to recharge a 12 Volt au...

Page 12: ...rator output to stabilize engine runs smoothly and attached device operates properly 4 Plug in and turn on the next load 5 Again permit the generator to stabilize 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each additional load NEVER add more loads than the generator capacity Take special care to consider surge loads in generator capacity as described above Wattages listed are approximate only Check tool or applia...

Page 13: ...em and cause problems In addition if water enters generator through cooling air slots some of the water will be retained in 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 Battery Maintenance Other than float charging described elsewhere no maintenance is requi...

Page 14: ... system or on essential carburetor parts empty all three supplied fuel stabilizer containers into fuel tank and fill with fresh gasoline Run the unit for several minutes to circulate the additive through the carburetor The unit and fuel can then be stored for up to 24 months Additional fuel stabilizer can be purchased locally DO NOT store gasoline from one season to another unless it has been trea...

Page 15: ...good condition Engine runs good at no load but bogs down when loads are connected 1 Short circuit in a connected load 2 Generator is overloaded 3 Shorted generator circuit 1 Disconnect shorted electrical load 2 See Don t Overload Generator 3 Contact local service facility Engine will not start or starts and runs rough 1 Fuel Valve is in the Off position 2 Failed battery 1 Turn the fuel valve to th...

Page 16: ...16 7000EXL Extended Life Generator NOTES ...

Page 17: ...7000EXL Extended Life Generator 17 NOTES ...

Page 18: ...18 7000EXL Extended Life Generator SCHEMATIC ...

Page 19: ...7000EXL Extended Life Generator 19 WIRING DIAGRAM ...

Page 20: ...20 7000EXL Extended Life Generator EXPLODED VIEW ALTERNATOR ...

Page 21: ...7000EXL Extended Life Generator 21 EXPLODED VIEW FRAME 12 ...

Page 22: ...917GS 1 PIN Roll 49 B4986GS 1 DECAL Ground 50 186798GS 2 DECAL Heat Shield 51 56893GS 5 SCREW 52 84132GS 1 ASSY Power Regulator 53 67022GS 1 GROMMET Rubber Item Part Qty Description 54 SRV66825DGS 1 CARRIER Rear Bearing 55 86494GS 1 SCREW Wing 56 23762GS 3 WASHER 57 66386GS 1 ASSY Brush Holder 58 66849GS 2 SCREW 59 B4871GS 1 COVER Bearing Carrier 60 74908GS 4 SCREW 61 B4605GS 2 GRIP 62 66849CGS 1 ...

Page 23: ... 2 BREAKER Circuit 30A 11 75207GS 2 BREAKER Circuit 20A 12 23365GS 6 WASHER 13 68868GS 1 OUTLET 120V 30A Locking Item Part Qty Description 14 43437GS 1 OUTLET 120V 240V 30A Locking 15 68759GS 1 OUTLET 120V 20A Duplex 16 43180GS 6 WASHER 17 22264GS 6 WASHER Lock 18 51715GS 6 NUT 19 64526GS 8 SCREW 20 83970GS 1 BOARD System Control 21 64525GS 4 STAND OFF 22 87962GS 1 BREAKER Circuit 12V 10A 23 84335...

Page 24: ...ing improper maintenance repair or storage so as in our judgment to adversely affect its performance and reliability This warranty also does not cover normal maintenance such as adjustments fuel system cleaning and obstruction due to chemical dirt carbon or lime etc Other Exclusions Also excluded from this warranty are wear items such as quick couplers oil gauges belts o rings filters pump packing...

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