Generac Power Systems XD5000E, Owner'S Manual

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Table of Contents
Section 1 Introduction and Safety 1
Introduction ..................................... 1
Safety Rules .................................... 1
Safety Symbols and Meanings ........ 1
Exhaust and Location Hazards ....... 2
Electrical Hazards ........................... 3
Fire Hazards .................................... 3
Standards Index .............................. 3
Section 2 General Information and
Setup .............................................. 4
Know Your Generator ..................... 5
Emissions Information ..................... 5
Hour Meter ...................................... 6
Connection Plugs ............................ 6
Remove Contents from Carton ....... 7
Assembly ......................................... 7
Battery Installation ........................... 8
Add Engine Oil ................................ 8
Fuel ................................................. 9
Section 3 Operation .................... 10
Operation and Use Questions ....... 10
Before Starting Engine .................. 10
Prepare Generator for Use ............ 10
Grounding the Generator When Used
as a Portable ................................. 10
Know Generator Limits .................. 11
Transporting/Tipping of the Unit .... 11
Starting Pull Start Engines ............ 12
Starting Electric Start Engines ...... 12
Low Oil Pressure Switch ............... 13
Section 4 Maintenance and
Troubleshooting ..........................14
Maintenance ..................................14
.......................................................14
Maintenance Schedule ..................14
Preventive Maintenance ................14
Engine Maintenance ......................14
Engine Oil Recommendations .......14
Battery Replacement (if applicable) 16
Valve Clearance ............................16
Storage ..........................................16
Troubleshooting .............................17
Notes .............................................19
(000394)
WARNING
Breathing diesel engine exhaust exposes you
to chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
• Always start and operate the engine in a
well-ventilated area.
• If in an enclosed area, vent the exhaust to
the outside.
• Do not modify or tamper with the exhaust
system.
• Do not idle the engine except as necessary.
For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/diesel.