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Owner’s

Manual

• SAFETY

• ASSEMBLY

• OPERATION

• TROUBLESHOOTING

• WARRANTY

COMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIAL • RESIDENTIAL

MODEL: 004451-1

AUTHORIZED DEALER SUPPORT:

www.generac.com

1-888-436-3722

Ultra Source

Portable Generator

12,500

Watt

Summary of Contents for Guardian Ultra Source 004451-1

Page 1: ...Manual SAFETY ASSEMBLY OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING WARRANTY COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL RESIDENTIAL MODEL 004451 1 AUTHORIZED DEALER SUPPORT www generac com or 1 888 436 3722 Ultra Source Portable Generator 12 500 Watt ...

Page 2: ... Reference Guide 10 2 6 Before Starting the Generator 10 2 6 1 Adding Engine Oil 10 2 6 2 Adding Gasoline 10 2 7 To Start the Engine 11 2 8 Stopping the Engine 11 2 9 Automatic Idle Control 12 2 10 Cold Weather Operation De icer 12 2 11 Low Oil Pressure Shutdown System 12 2 11 1 Initial Start up 12 2 11 2 Sensing Low Oil Pressure 12 2 11 3 Restarting 12 2 12 Charging a Battery 12 Section 3 Mainten...

Page 3: ...nstructing other users to properly start and operate the unit This prepares them if they need to operate the equipment in an emergency DANGER Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES Exhaust contains carbon monoxide a poison gas you cannot see or smell NEVER use in the home or in partly enclosed areas such as garages ONLY use outdoors and far from open windows doors vents and in an area t...

Page 4: ...s not specifically recommend ensure that it is safe for others Also make sure the procedure work method or operating technique utilized does not render the generator unsafe DANGER Despite the safe design of this generator operating this equipment imprudently neglecting its maintenance or being careless can cause possible injury or death Permit only responsible and capable persons to operate or mai...

Page 5: ...ught in moving components causing injury FIRE HAZARDS For fire safety the generator must be operated and maintained properly Operation must always comply with applicable codes standards laws and regulations Adhere strictly to local state and national electrical and building codes Comply with regulations the Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA has established Also ensure that the gen...

Page 6: ...ow space to install the wheel assemblies Attach an axle bracket assembly with attached sleeve to either side of the frame Ensure the sleeve faces outward Slide the axle through the sleeves on the axle brackets Slide one wheel with flat washer to the outside and a spacer to the inside onto each end of the axle Make sure the air inflation valve on the wheel is facing outward Insert retaining pins an...

Page 7: ... a mobile engine It is important that you follow the maintenance specifications listed in this manual to ensure that the engine complies with emission standards for the duration of its life This engine is certified to operate on gasoline The emission control system on the generator consists of the following Air Induction System Intake pipe manifold Air cleaner Fuel System Carburetor Ignition Syste...

Page 8: ...ocking Receptacle Supplies electrical power for the operation of 120 Volt AC 30 Amp single phase 60 Hz electrical lighting appliance tool and motor loads 5 120 240 Volt AC 30 Amp Locking Receptacle Supplies 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 6 120 240 Volt AC 50 Amp Receptacle Supplies electrical...

Page 9: ...ad of following its normal safe path electricity passes through a persons body to reach the ground For example a defective appliance can cause a ground fault A GFCI receptacle does NOT protect against circuit overloads short circuits or shocks For example electric shock can still occur if a person touches charged electrical wires while standing on a non conducting surface such as a wood floor Test...

Page 10: ... or 240 Volt AC 60 Hz single phase loads requiring up to 7200 watts 7 2 kW of power at 30 Amps The outlet is protected by two 30 Amp push to reset circuit breakers 2 2 5 12 VOLT DC 10 AMP RECEPTACLE This receptacle allows you to recharge a 12 Volt automotive or utility style storage battery with the battery charge cables provided This receptacle can not recharge 6 Volt batteries and can not be use...

Page 11: ...amage fuel tank causing a fire Keep at least five 5 feet 1 5m clearance on all sides of generator including overhead Place generator outdoors in an area that will not accumulate deadly exhaust gas DO NOT place generator where exhaust gas could accumulate and enter inside or be drawn into a potentially occupied building Ensure exhaust has is kept away from andy windows doors ventilation intakes or ...

Page 12: ...will need to be added as follows 2 6 1 ADDING ENGINE OIL NOTICE When adding oil to the engine crankcase in the future use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF or SG SAE 30 weight Use no special additives Select the oil s viscosity grade according to the expected operating temperature Do not use SAE 10W 40 5W 30 5W 30 Synthetic 5W 30 Synthetic 5W 30 SAE 30 10W 30...

Page 13: ...ptacles before starting the engine ake sure the unit is in a level position Open the fuel shut off valve Figure 15 Fuel Shut off Valve Locate the Idle Control ON OFF switch on the control panel and set it to the OFF position Figure 16 Idle Control Switch Move engine CHOKE knob to Full Choke position Figure 17 Full Choke Position To start engine press and hold the Start Run Stop switch in the Start...

Page 14: ...the engine may NOT start The system needs 5 to 10 seconds to reset If you do restart the engine after such a shutdown and have not corrected the low oil pressure the engine runs for about 10 seconds as described above and then stops 2 12 CHARGING A BATTERY DANGER Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas while recharging An explosive mixture will remain around the battery for a long time a...

Page 15: ...Change 1 5 Qts w o Filter Change 1 2 Qts Run Time Fuel Consumption 1 2 Load 10 Hours 1 6 gallons per hour 3 3 GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty of the generator does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty the operator must maintain the generator as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodical...

Page 16: ...ning this unit under dirty or dusty conditions or in extremely hot weather change the oil more often Use the following instructions to change the oil while the engine is still warm Clean area around oil drain hose and plug Remove oil drain plug from end of hose and oil fill plug to drain oil completely into a suitable container When oil has completely drained install oil drain plug and tighten sec...

Page 17: ...operation you should adjust the valve clearance in the engine Important If you feel uncomfortable about doing this procedure or you don t have the proper tools please take your generator in to the nearest service center to have the valve clearance adjusted This is a very important step to insure longest life for your engine To adjust valve clearance Make sure the engine is at room temperature Make...

Page 18: ...s or longer as follows Remove all gasoline from the fuel tank DANGER Drain fuel into approved container outdoors away from open flame Be sure engine is cool Do not smoke around gasoline Start and run engine until engine stops from lack of fuel While engine is still warm drain oil from crankcase Refill with recommended grade Remove spark plugs and pour about 1 2 ounce 15 ml of engine oil into the c...

Page 19: ... 10 Excessive rich fuel mixture 11 Intake valve stuck open or closed 12 Engine has lost compression 1 Turn fuel shut off ON 2 Clean or replace air filter 3 Fill fuel tank 4 Drain fuel tank and fill with fresh fuel 5 Connect wire to spark plug 6 Replace spark plug 7 Drain fuel tank fill with fresh fuel 8 Put choke knob to No Choke position 9 Fill crankcase to proper level 10 Contact Authorized Serv...

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Page 22: ...s not made supplied or approved by Generac You are responsible for contacting 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...

Page 23: ...duled replacement point for 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 wa...

Page 24: ...caused by any contaminated fuels oils or lack of proper oil levels Failures due but not limited to normal wear and tear accident misuse abuse negligence or improper use As with all mechanical devices the Generac engines need periodic part s service and replacement to perform well This warranty will not cover repair when normal use has exhausted the life of a part s or engine Failures caused by any...

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