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Portable Generator Owner’s Manual

DANGER!

This generator is designed for outdoor use only. 

Never

use this generator inside any building

or enclosure including the generator compartment of a recreational vehicle (RV). 

Carbon monoxide

poisoning, fire and/or an explosion may result.

No user performed modifications, including venting of

exhaust and/or cooling ventilation, will eliminate the danger. Always have at least two feet of clearance on

all sides of the generator even while operating the unit outdoors.

DANGER!

You must

isolate the generator from the electric utility by opening the electrical system’s main

circuit breaker or main switch if this unit is used for backup power. 

Failure to isolate the generator from

the power utility may result in injury or death to electric utility workers and damage to the generator

due to a backfeed of electrical energy.

The Emission Control System for this generator is warranted for standards set by the 

Environmental Protection Agency. For warranty information refer to the engine owner’s manual.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.

Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

Visit our Generac website: 

www.generac-portables.com

Model No. 1306–0  (5000 Watt AC Generator)  Manual No. B4226  Revision 2 (6/29/2000)

Problems?

Questions?

Before t

aking your unit

back to the store,

call the generator 

helpline at 

1-800-270-1408

M-F 8-5 CT

PP5000T

Summary of Contents for pp5000t

Page 1: ...witch if this unit is used for backup power Failure to isolate the generator from the power utility may result in injury or death to electric utility workers and damage to the generator due to a backfeed of electrical energy The Emission Control System for this generator is warranted for standards set by the Environmental Protection Agency For warranty information refer to the engine owner s manua...

Page 2: ... load When adequate engine power is not available engine life may be shortened SAFETY RULES This generator set was designed and manufactured for specific applications Do Not attempt to modify the unit or use it for any application it was not designed for If you have any questions about your generator s application ask your Dealer or consult the factory The manufacturer could not possibly anticipat...

Page 3: ...on all sides of generator even while operating unit outdoors or you could damage the unit Never start or stop the engine generator with electrical loads connected to receptacles with the connected devices turned ON Start the engine and let it stabilize before connecting any electrical loads Disconnect all electrical loads before shutting down the generator Do Not insert any object through cooling ...

Page 4: ...cle is provided with a circuit breaker to protect the generator against electrical overload Breakers are push to reset type Engine Control Switch Puts engine in starting mode Shuts off a running engine Fuel Shut Off Valve Controls fuel supply to engine Fuel Tank Capacity of 5 U S gallons 19 liters Grounding Wing Nut Provides a tie point for connecting the generator frame to earth ground KNOW YOUR ...

Page 5: ... stud in the same manner NOTE Be sure to install the wheel with raised hub inboard Tip unit and install the wheel Retain wheel on axle stud with a flat washer and retaining pin Install other wheel on remaining axle stud in the same manner Remove two front nuts and lock washers from vibration mount with 13 mm wrench Use these nuts to attach the support leg Center the lifting handle on generator end...

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Page 7: ...it is in a level position Open the fuel shut off valve Move the choke lever to the Full choke position Figure 4 Set the engine control switch to the On position Figure 5 The engine on your unit is equipped with a Climate Control system Use as described below Above 32 F turn the air cleaner clockwise until it stops Make sure the arrow on the top of the engine aligns with the sun symbol on the air c...

Page 8: ...amps of all loads to be connected at one time This total should not be greater than the rated wattage amperage capacity of the generator See Don t Overload the Generator on page 10 Stopping the Engine Unplug all electrical loads from generator panel receptacles Never start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged in and turned on Let engine run at no load for several minutes to stabilize the...

Page 9: ...ng Receptacle Use a NEMA L14 20 plug with this receptacle Connect a 4 wire cord set rated for 250 Volts at 20 AC Amps or greater to the plug Figure 9 You can use the same 4 wire cord if you plan only to run a 120 Volt load Use this receptacle to operate 120 Volt or 240 Volt AC 60 Hz single phase loads at 20 Amps This outlet is protected by a 20 Amp push to reset circuit breaker 120 Volt 30 Amp Loc...

Page 10: ...tage when selecting electrical devices to connect to your generator First figure the watts needed to start the largest motor Add to that figure the running watts of all other connected loads Items in the wattage reference guide Figure 11 are provided to help you to determine how many items the generator can operate at one time Recreational Home Uses Tool Appliance Watts AM FM clock radio 50 Light ...

Page 11: ...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 to wipe exterior surfaces clean Soft bristle brush may be used to loosen caked on dirt or oil A vacuum cleaner may be used to pick up loose dirt and debris Low pressure air not to exceed 25 ...

Page 12: ...rk plug 7 Water in gasoline 8 Overchoking 9 Low oil level 10 Excessively rich fuel mixture 11 Intake valve stuck open or closed 12 Engine has lost compression 1 Set switch to On 2 Clean or replace air cleaner 3 Fill fuel tank 4 Drain gas tank and fill with fresh fuel 5 Connect wire to spark plug 6 Replace spark plug 7 Drain gas tank fill with fresh fuel 8 Put choke lever to no choke position 9 Fil...

Page 13: ...Generac Portable Products PP5000T Generator 13 ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC ...

Page 14: ...Generac Portable Products PP5000T Generator 14 WIRING DIAGRAM ...

Page 15: ...005A 2 PIN Retaining 2 87280 2 WHEEL 8 Diameter 3 93728 2 STUD Axle 4 94222Q 2 JAM NUT Lock 5 8 18 5 49808 2 WASHER Flat 6 94034 1 LEG Mounting 8 B84910 1 HANDLE Lifting 9 75928 1 GRIP Handle 10 39287 2 HHCS M8 1 25 x 45 11 52858 2 NUT Locking Hex M8 1 25 EXPLODED VIEW WHEEL KIT ...

Page 16: ...Generac Portable Products PP5000T Generator 16 EXPLODED VIEW GENERATOR ...

Page 17: ...74 1 TANK Gas Plastic 5 Gal 29 93826 1 DECAL Operating Instructions 30 78831B 4 CAPSCW Hex Hd M6 x 60 Item Part Qty Description 31 94834 1 CAP with Fuel Gauge 32 77395 4 NUT Hex Lock M6 33 78299 1 BUSHING Plastic Tank 34 80270 1 VALVE Plastic Tank 35 81897 1 PANEL Control 36 81919 1 PANEL Control Back Plastic 37 68868 1 OUTLET 120 Volt 30 Amp Locking 38 68867 1 OUTLET 120 240 Locking 39 68759 1 OU...

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Page 20: ...ing overspeeding improper maintenance repair or storage so as in the COMPANY s judgment to adversely affect its performance and reliability THERE IS NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY THE COMPANY HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHIC...

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