Generac Portable Products MC10000 Extended Life Generator
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
RECOMMENDATIONS
The Owner/Operator is responsible for making sure
that all periodic maintenance tasks are completed on a
timely basis; that all discrepancies are corrected; and
that the unit is kept clean and properly stored.
Never
operate a damaged or defective generator.
Engine Maintenance
See your engine owners manual for information
needed to maintain and service the engine.
Please note that this unit is equipped with a Low Oil
Pressure Shutdown system. Review this information in
the engine owners manual should you have problems
running the unit.
Generator Maintenance
Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit
clean and dry. Operate and store the unit in a clean dry
environment where it will not be exposed to excessive
dust, dirt, moisture or any corrosive vapors. Make sure
the cooling air slots in the generator do not become
clogged with snow, leaves or other foreign material.
Check cleanliness of the generator frequently and
clean when dust, dirt, oil, moisture or other foreign
substances are visible on its exterior surface.
NOTE: DO NOT
use a garden hose to clean generator.
Water can enter the engine fuel system and cause
problems. In addition, if water enters the generator
through the cooling air slots, some water will be
retained in the 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.
To Clean the Generator
Use a damp cloth or a soft bristle brush to wipe
exterior surfaces clean.
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 slots and
opening on generator. These openings must be kept
clean and unobstructed.
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
The generator should be started at least once every
seven days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If
this cannot be done and you must store the unit for
more than 30 days, use the following guidelines to
prepare it for storage.
Generator Storage
Clean the generator as outlined in To Clean the
Generator.
Check that the cooling air slots and openings on the
generator are open and unobstructed.
Change engine oil.
Drain fuel and run engine until the fuel system is
empty.
Remove spark plugs and pour about 1 ounce of
clean engine oil into spark plug holes. Crank engine
over slowly several times, to distribute oil. Install and
tighten spark plugs.
Store the unit in a clean dry place.
DANGER!
Storage covers can be flammable.
Do not place a storage cover over a hot
generator. Let the unit cool for 5 minutes before
placing cover on the unit.
SPECIFICATIONS
Rated Maximum Continuous
AC Power Output.......................... 10,000 watts
(10 kW)
Rated Voltage .................................. 120/240 Volts
Rated Maximum Current
at 240 Volts ................................... 41.7 AC Amperes
at 120 Volts ................................... 83.3 AC Amperes
Phase............................................... 1
Rated AC Frequency ....................... 60 Hertz
Number of Rotor Poles .................... 2
Driven Speed of Rotor ..................... 3600 rpm
