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Owner's Manual

GP 3250 Portable Generator

MODEL:  005982-0

Summary of Contents for GP 3250 005982-0

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual GP 3250 Portable Generator MODEL 005982 0 ...

Page 2: ...cha el generador 28 2 7 Arranque del motor 29 2 8 Detener del motor 29 2 9 Sistema de apagado nivel de aceite 29 Mantenimiento 29 3 1 Programa de mantenimiento 29 3 2 Especificaciones del producto 29 3 3 Recomendaciones generales 30 3 4 Servicio al filtro de aire 31 3 5 Claridad de la valvula 31 3 6 General 31 3 7 Almacenamiento por largo plazo 32 3 8 Otros consejos para almacenamiento 32 Detecció...

Page 3: ...r carelessly Observe them carefully Their definitions are as follows INDICATES A HAZARDOUS SITUATION OR ACTION WHICH IF NOT AVOIDED WILL RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY Indicates a hazardous situation or action which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Indicates a hazardous situation or action which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTE Notes contain add...

Page 4: ...ands or feet are wet DANGEROUS ELECTRICAL SHOCK MAY RESULT The National Electric Code NEC requires the frame and external electrically conductive parts of the generator be properly connected to an approved earth ground Local electrical codes may also require proper grounding of the generator Consult with a local electrician for grounding requirements in the area Use a ground fault circuit interrup...

Page 5: ...TURAL WIRING HANDBOOK available from the Food and Energy Council 909 University Avenue Columbia MO 65201 4 ASAE EP 3634 INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE OF FARM STANDBY ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS available from the American Society of Agricultural Engineers 2950 Niles Road St Joseph MI 49085 3 CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to...

Page 6: ...e bracket to the frame using two M8 1 25 x 40 bolts if not already assembled Slide the plastic spacer onto the handle assembly then align with the holes in the handle bracket if not already assembled Secure the handle assembly to the handle bracket using the M6 1 0 x 40 bolt and one M6 1 0 hex flange nut Figure 1 Wheel Assembly Figure 2 Handle Kit M8 1 25 x 40 BOLTS 1 X M6 10 HEX FLANGE NUT 1x HAN...

Page 7: ...el level in tank 13 Oil Check Fill Check and fill oil here 14 Recoil Starter Use to start engine manually 15 Fuel Shut Off Valve between fuel tank and carburetor 16 Oil Drain Plug Used to drain engine oil 17 Spark Arrestor Reduces fire hazard by containing sparks Figure 4 Generator Controls Figure 5 Generator Controls Figure 6 Muffler Operation ...

Page 8: ...area that will not accumulate deadly exhaust nThe engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide which can you cannot see or smell This poisonous gas if breathed in sufficient concentrations can cause unconsciousness or even death nAdequate unobstructed flow of cooling and ventilating air is critical to correct generator operation Do not alter the installation or permit even partial blockage of vent...

Page 9: ...e when selecting electrical devices to connect to the generator 1 Figure the watts needed to start the largest motor 2 Add to that figure the running watts of all other connected loads The Wattage Reference Guide is provided to assist in determining how many items the generator can operate at one time NOTICE All figures are approximate See data label on appliance for wattage requirements 2 5 WATTA...

Page 10: ...engine DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke when filling the fuel tank n Do not overfill the fuel tank Always leave room for fuel expansion If the fuel tank is overfilled fuel can overflow onto a HOT engine and cause FIRE or EXPLOSION Use regular UNLEADED gasoline with the generator engine Do not use any gasoline with more than 10 added Ethanol and never use E85 gasoline Do not mix oil with gasoline ...

Page 11: ...frequent service is required when operating in adverse conditions noted below Check Oil Level At Each Use Change Oil Every 50 Hours Check Valve Clearance Every Season Service Air Filter Every 25 Hours Replace Spark Plug Every 100 Hours Change oil after first 20 hours of operation Change oil every month when operating under heavy load or in high temperatures Clean more often under dirty or dusty op...

Page 12: ...n the generator internal windings will eventually decrease the insulation resistance of these windings 3 3 2 TO CLEAN THE GENERATOR Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean A soft bristle brush may be used to loosen caked on dirt oil etc A vacuum cleaner may be used to pick up loose dirt and debris Low pressure air not to exceed 25 psi may be used to blow away dirt Inspect cooling air slot...

Page 13: ...park Arrestor 3 4 SERVICE AIR FILTER The engine will not run properly and may be damaged if using a dirty air filter Clean the air filter every 25 hours Figure 15 Clean or replace more often if operating under dusty conditions Remove air filter cover Wash in soapy water Squeeze filter dry in clean cloth DO NOT TWIST Clean air filter cover before re installing it Figure 15 Air Filter AIR FILTER COV...

Page 14: ...he cylinder Cover spark plug hole with rag Pull the recoil starter a couple times to lubricate the piston rings and cylinder bore n Avoid spray from spark plug hole when cranking engine Install and tighten spark plug Do not connect spark plug wire Clean the generator outer surfaces Check that cooling air slots and openings on generator are open and unobstructed Store the unit in a clean dry place ...

Page 15: ...ver choking 8 Low oil level 9 Excessive rich fuel mixture 10 Intake valve stuck open or closed 11 Engine has lost compression 1 Clean or replace air filter 2 Fill fuel tank 3 Drain fuel tank and fill with fresh fuel 4 Connect wire to spark plug 5 Replace spark plug 6 Drain fuel tank fill with fresh fuel 7 Put choke knob to No Choke position 8 Fill crankcase to proper level 9 Contact Authorized Ser...

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Page 18: ...ontacting a Generac Authorized Warranty Dealer as soon as a problem occurs The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days Warranty service can be arranged by contacting either your selling dealer or a Generac Authorized Warranty Service Dealer To locate the Generac Authorized Warranty Service Dealer nearest you call our toll free number 1 800 333 1322...

Page 19: ...that part If the part fails prior to the first scheduled replacement the part shall be repaired or replaced by Generac according to Subsection 4 below Any such emissions related part repaired or replaced under the ECS warranty shall be warranted for the remainder of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for that part 4 Repair or replacement of any warranted emissions related pa...

Page 20: ...ble generators built prior to June 2010 Generac portable generators that utilize non Generac replacement parts Costs of normal maintenance and adjustments Failures caused by any contaminated fuels oils or lack of proper oil levels Repairs or diagnostics performed by individuals other than Generac authorized dealers not authorized in writing by Generac Power Systems Failures due but not limited to ...

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