Generac Power Systems 5500EXL, Owner'S Manual

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PowerBoss 5,500 Watt Storm-Plus Generator
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ASSEMBLY
Your generator requires some assembly and is ready for
use after it has been properly serviced with the
recommended oil and fuel.
If you have any problems with the assembly of your
generator, please call the generator helpline at
1-800-270-1408.
IMPORTANT: Any attempt to run the unit before it has
been serviced with the recommended oil will result in an
engine failure.
Remove Generator From Carton
• Set the carton on a rigid flat surface with “This Side Up”
arrows pointing upward.
• Carefully open the top flaps of the shipping carton.
• Cut down corners at one end of carton from top to
bottom and lay that side of carton down flat.
• Remove all packing material, carton fillers, etc.
• Remove the generator from the shipping carton.
Install Wheel Kit
IMPORTANT:This wheel kit is not intended for
over-the-road use.
To install your wheel kit you need the following tools:
• Two 13mm box, open end, or socket wrenches
Install Wheel Kit as follows:
1. Place the bottom of the generator cradle on a flat,
even surface.Temporarily place unit on blocks to ease
assembly.
2. Slide axle through both axle mounting brackets on
cradle frame, as shown in Figure 1.
3. Slide a wheel over the axle.
NOTE: Be sure to install both wheels with the air
pressure valve on the outboard side.
4. Place the e-ring onto the groove in the axle.You may
add the flat washer if desired.
NOTE: Use retaining pins instead of e-clip, if applicable.
5. Place one end of the needle nose pliers on the bottom
of the axle and the other end of the pliers on top of
the e-ring. Seat the e-ring by pressing the pliers closed.
Support Leg
Hex Nut
Axle
Flat Washer
Cap Screw
Handle Assembly
Hex Nut
Wheel
E-Ring
Figure 1 — Install Wheel Kit
Cap Screw