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OWNER’S MANUAL

RVMP

Flex Power

Dual Fuel Installed Generator

For 4,000 Watt Models: 4000i

And

For 5,500 Watt Models: 5500i

(Picture shown here is for reference only)

Authorized for Installation ONLY in Recreational Vehicles Prepped by the RV

Manufacturer With Fuel Lines and a Compartment for Permanent Generator Installs.

Do NOT Install in Any Other Application.

Read this manual carefully before operation.

This manual includes important guidance for safety operation.

Summary of Contents for Flex Power 4000i

Page 1: ...horized for Installation ONLY in Recreational Vehicles Prepped by the RV Manufacturer With Fuel Lines and a Compartment for Permanent Generator Installs Do NOT Install in Any Other Application Visit r...

Page 2: ...Remote Operation Panel 15 Operation 15 Breaking in a New Engine 15 Pre Start Checks 15 Starting the Generator 16 Resetting Overload 17 Stopping the Generator 17 Connecting to Utility Power 18 Loading...

Page 3: ...ine Oil Recommendations 30 Starting Batteries 31 Exercising The Generator 31 Storing The Generator 31 Propane LP Storage 32 Returning the Generator to Service 33 Cleaning the Air Filter Element 33 Cha...

Page 4: ...NOT TRANSFERABLE TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS EXCEPT FOR EMISSION RELATED PARTS This warranty is separate from the Emission Control Warranty Statement supplied with your new product Please consult the Emissi...

Page 5: ...Applications For the purpose of this limited warranty Commercial Application means usage by the original purchaser for the purpose of income producing business related use Once a generator has been us...

Page 6: ...uctions for every possibility but provides the general instructions as necessary for effectively interfacing with the device product or system Failure to correctly follow the provided instructions may...

Page 7: ...nections must be made by trained and experienced electricians in accordance with applicable NEC or other codes Back feeding to shore power may result in death serious personal injury and or severe pro...

Page 8: ...eral agencies as causing cancer or reproductive toxicity Do not ingest inhale or allow bare skin to come into contact with gasoline or its vapors Keep multi class ABC fire extinguishers handy Class A...

Page 9: ...sharing ventilation with fuel tanks or equipment Keep flame sparks pilot lights arc producing equipment and all other sources of ignition well away from fuel lines and fuel sources Fuel lines must be...

Page 10: ...and do not wear loose clothing near moving parts Make sure all protective guards are property installed before starting the generator Use only trained personnel to make adjustments to the generator wh...

Page 11: ...alve Lash 0 00433 in 0 00512 in 0 11 mm 0 13 mm 0 0039 in 0 0059 in 0 1 mm 0 15 mm Spark Plug Gap 0 032 in 0 80 mm 0 016 in 0 024 in 0 4 mm 0 6 mm Ignition Timing 25 BTDC non adjustable 27 BTDC non ad...

Page 12: ...1 13 in 28 7 mm Weight with engine oil and without hanging frame 117 lbs 53 kg 161 lbs 73 kg Minimum Compartment Size 30 0 in x 19 75 in x 14 0 in 762 mm x 502 mm x 356 mm Above floor applications 30...

Page 13: ...sic components of the generator are visible with the cover off shown in Fig 1 Note specifically the location of the gasoline LP selector which allows the user to select the type of fuel to be burned i...

Page 14: ...the generator to automatically disconnect when overloaded to protect the generator and the appliance s Be sure to place the circuit breaker into the ON position once the generator has successfully st...

Page 15: ...ot allow the engine to start or run B Overload Output ready LED The 5500i model uses a single LED for these two functions When this light is green this indicates that the generator is ready to use Whe...

Page 16: ...ance and acceptable oil consumption Run the generator at approximately power for the first two hours of operation and power for two more hours See electrical loading details below for the generator to...

Page 17: ...of the fuel hoses See Fig 3 below Fig 3 1B When propane is selected there is no need to press the primer button The primer button is disconnected when operating on LP fuel which does not require prim...

Page 18: ...oor after starting the generator Short circuits in electrical appliances and tools can cause fire and electrical shock leading to severe personal injury and or death Read and follow the equipment and...

Page 19: ...ing simultaneously connected Loading the Generator The generator can power AC motors air conditioners AC DC converters charge batteries and other appliances The total appliance load that can be powere...

Page 20: ...3 5 of rated power for each 1000 feet above sea level See Fig 5 below for typical calculations for the 4000i model generator It may be necessary to operate fewer appliances at higher elevations and in...

Page 21: ...ators are designed to manage airflow across all components to maintain a cool running temperature Many factors go into the design of a generator to ensure proper airflow Components like the enclosure...

Page 22: ...nerator to shut down and may ultimately damage the equipment The generator draws cooling air from the top and sides of the unit while expelling hot air out of the bottom see Fig 7 below Fig 7 However...

Page 23: ...airflow through it into the inlet of the generator Often to protect the inlet of the generator and for cosmetic reasons louvers metal perforations or screens are used in the open space on the door Lo...

Page 24: ...ator needs space to breathe and give it what you can to make sure this happens Operating the Generator in a Motorized RV When Not Moving In some applications the generator may be mounted within a moto...

Page 25: ...mperatures are experienced This is to prevent damage to the generator and increase its lifetime Once temperatures within the range below are experienced for a predetermined amount of time the generato...

Page 26: ...nerator sounds louder than usual indicating a hole in an exhaust tube that would allow gases to enter Have an experienced service technician permanently close any holes or other breaches Replace dente...

Page 27: ...debris from the generator Do not clean the generator while it is running or still hot Protect the generator air filter control panel and electrical components from water soap or cleaning solvents 10...

Page 28: ...the generator is low on oil See Checking Engine Oil Level herein If the generator doesn t start or continue to operate check the status of the low oil level LED 2 The Overload LED indicates an over c...

Page 29: ...er Spark plug See Spark Plug Chart Reference Chart below Pliers to remove fuel filter Spark plug socket Socket wrench Socket for oil plug Socket for spark arrestor More Service Information To receive...

Page 30: ...ke or turn on electrical switches ON or OFF where fuel fumes tanks or equipment are present or in areas sharing ventilation Keep flames sparks pilot lights arc producing equipment switches and all oth...

Page 31: ...temperature variations are expected NOTE Maintenance schedule must be followed even when using synthetic oils Expected Ambient Temperatures SAE Viscosity Grade 32 o F 0 o C and higher 30 10 o to 100 o...

Page 32: ...t circuit breaker s on the front control panel to OFF and stop the generator 5 Disconnect the battery cables negative cable first from the starting battery and store the battery according to the batte...

Page 33: ...commendations above 2 Reconnect the starting battery negative cable last See Maintaining Battery and Battery Connections 3 Remove the plug if used from the exhaust tail pipe 4 Change the air filter el...

Page 34: ...engine service access door securely Fig 13 Changing the Engine Oil State and federal agencies have determined that contact with used engine oil can cause cancer or reproductive toxicity Try to avoid s...

Page 35: ...afety glasses Do not smoke Switch the trouble light ON or OFF away from the battery Do not disconnect the battery cables while the generator is running or when the vehicle battery charging system is o...

Page 36: ...of the insulator B Excessive wear on the electrode C Spark plug gap of 032 8mm 7 If the spark plug fails to meet any of the above conditions replace the spark plug See Fig 16 for approved replacement...

Page 37: ...en cleaning out the spark arrestor muffler 1 Remove the cleanout plugs from the bottom of the muffler 2 Restart the generator and load it to near full power Let the generator run for about five minute...

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