Generac 5500EXL manual

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GENERAC

The Reliable Ones

5500EXL

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.

 

 

 

 

 

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Model No. 9797-3 (5500 Watt AC Generator) Manual No. 20820 Revision 3 (2/17/2000)

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Contents 5500EXL Equipment Description Safety RulesNever operate this generator Grounding GeneratorElectric Start Button Press to start unit Know Your GeneratorInstalling Tray and Battery Carton ContentsRemove Generator from Carton Add Oil Before Starting the EngineAdd Fuel To fill your engine with oilStarting the Engine Operating GeneratorTo add fuel For electric startCold Weather Operation OFF when starting and stopping the engineApplying Electrical Loads Stopping the EngineTo recharge 12 Volt batteries, proceed as follows Charging a BatteryVolt AC, 20 Amp Receptacles Cord SETS/RECEPTACLES120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking ReceptacleWattage Reference Guide DON’T Overload the GeneratorSERVICE/ADJUSTMENTS Storage General Maintenance RecommendationsSpecifications Troubleshooting Schematic Diagram Wiring Diagram Exploded View Qty Description Parts ListParts Not Illustrated Circuit BREAKER, 20A Control Panel Exploded View & Parts ListGenerac Portable Products 5500EXL Extended Life Generator Consumer Commercial Limited Warranty