Generac Power Systems G0072190, Owner'S Manual

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Maintenance
26 Owner’s Manual for Australian 3-Phase 50 Hz Air-Cooled Generator Sets
7. When valve clearance is correct, hold pivot ball
stud in place with a wrench and tighten rocker arm
jam nut. Tighten jam nut to 19.68 Nm (174
in-lbs ).
8. After tightening rocker arm jam nut, verify valve
clearance did not change.
9. Install new valve cover gasket.
10. Install valve cover(s). Tighten fasteners to 6.8 Nm
(60
in-lbs ) in a cross pattern.
NOTE: Start all four screws before tightening, or it will
not be possible to get all the screws in place. Verify valve
cover gasket is in place.
11. Install spark plug and tighten to 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs).
12. Install spark plug wire(s) to spark plug(s).
13. Repeat process for other cylinder, if equipped.
Battery Maintenance
Always recycle batteries in accordance with local laws
and regulations. Contact your local solid waste collection
site or recycling facility to obtain information on local
recycling processes. For more information on battery
recycling, visit the Battery Council International website
at:
http://batterycouncil.org .
The battery must be regularly inspected per the Service
Schedule . Contact an IASD for assistance if necessary.
Strictly observe the following precautions when working
on batteries:
•
Remove the 7.5A fuse from generator set control
panel.
•
Disconnect battery charger as directed in Battery
Maintenance .
•
Use tools with insulated handles.
•
Do not place tools or metallic objects on top of bat-
tery.
•
Disconnect charging source prior to connecting or
disconnecting battery terminals.
•
If electrolyte contacts skin, wash it off immediately
with water.
•
If electrolyte contacts eyes, flush thoroughly with
water immediately and seek medical attention.
•
Wash down spilled electrolyte with an acid neutral-
izing agent. A common practice is to use a solution
of 454 g (1 lb) bicarbonate of soda to 3.8 L (1 gal)
of water. Add bicarbonate of soda solution until evi-
dence of reaction (foaming) has ceased. Flush
resulting liquid with water and dry area completely.
•
DO NOT smoke near battery.
•
DO NOT cause flame or spark in battery area.
•
Discharge static electricity from the body before
touching battery by first touching a grounded metal
surface.
(000188)
DANGER
Electrocution. Do not wear jewelry while
working on this equipment. Doing so will
result in death or serious injury.
(000162)
Explosion. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.
Batteries are explosive. Electrolyte solution can cause
burns and blindness. If electrolyte contacts skin or eyes,
flush with water and seek immediate medical attention.
WARNING
(000137a)
WARNING
Explosion. Batteries emit explosive gases while
charging. Keep fire and spark away. Wear protective
gear when working with batteries. Failure to do so
could result in death or serious injury.
(000164)
WARNING
Electrical shock. Disconnect battery ground
terminal before working on battery or battery
wires. Failure to do so could result in death
or serious injury.
(000138a)
WARNING
Risk of burns. Batteries contain sulfuric acid and can
cause severe chemical burns. Wear protective gear
when working with batteries. Failure to do so could
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Explosion hazard. Never add acid to a battery.
Add distilled water only. Failure to do so could
result in death, serious injury, or equipment
damage.
(000316)
(000163a)
Risk of burn. Do not open or mutilate batteries.
Batteries contain electrolyte solution which can cause
burns and blindness. If electrolyte contacts skin or
eyes, flush with water and seek immediate medical
attention.
WARNING
WARNING
(000228)
Environmental Hazard. Always recycle batteries at an
official recycling center in accordance with all local
laws and regulations. Failure to do so could result in
environmental damage, death, or serious injury.