Generac 004700-0 Introduction, Authorized Service Dealer Location, Read This Manual Thoroughly

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INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this model of the PRIMEPACT product line by Generac Power Systems Inc. This model is designed and manufactured to supply electrical power for recreational vehicles.

READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY

If you do not understand any portion of this manual, contact Generac or your nearest Generac Authorized Service Dealer for starting, operating and servicing pro- cedures.

Throughout this publication, and on tags and decals affixed to the generator, DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE blocks are used to alert you to special instruction about a particular operation that may be hazardous if performed incorrectly or care- lessly. Observe them carefully. Their definitions are as follows:

◆READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY DANGER DANGER

After this heading, you can read instructions that, if not strictly complied with, will result in personal injury or property damage.

After this heading, you can read instructions that, if not strictly complied with, may result in personal injury or property damage.

After this heading, you can read instructions that, if not strictly complied with, could result in damage to equipment and/or property.

NOTE:

After this heading, you can read explanatory statements that require special emphasis.

These safety warnings cannot eliminate the hazards that they indicate. Common sense and strict compli- ance with the special instructions while performing the service are essential to preventing accidents.

Four commonly used safety symbols accompany the DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION blocks. The type of information each indicates follows:

This symbol points out important safety informa- ! tion that, if not followed, could endanger personal

safety and/or property of you and others.

This symbol points out potential explosion hazard.

safety and/or property of you and others. This symbol points out potential fire hazard.
This symbol points out potential electrical shock hazard.

The operator (driver) is responsible for proper and safe use of the vehicle and its equipment, and the safe- ty of all vehicle occupants. We strongly recommend that the operator read this manual and thoroughly understand all instructions before using this equip- ment. We also strongly recommend instructing other occupants in the vehicle to properly start and operate the generator. This prepares them if they need to oper- ate the equipment in an emergency.

CONTENTS

This manual contains pertinent owner’s information, including warranty, electrical diagrams, exploded views and lists of repair parts for generator model numbers 004700-0. In addition, the latter portion of this manual contains information necessary for the proper installation of these generators.

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

It is the operator's responsibility to perform all safe- ty checks, to make sure that all maintenance for safe operation is performed promptly, and to have the equipment checked periodically by a Generac Authorized Service Dealer. Normal maintenance ser- vice and replacement of parts are the responsibility of the owner/operator and, as such, are not considered defects in materials or workmanship within the terms of the warranty. Individual operating habits and usage contribute to the need for maintenance service.

Proper maintenance and care of your generator ensure a minimum number of problems and keep operating expenses at a minimum. See your Generac Authorized Service Dealer for service aids and acces- sories.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE

When your generator requires servicing or repairs, simply contact a Generac Authorized Service Dealer for assistance. Service technicians are factory-trained and are capable of handling all of your service needs.

When contacting a Generac Authorized Service Dealer or the factory about parts and service, always supply the complete model number and serial number of your unit as given on its data decal, which is located on your generator.

Model No. ____________ Serial No. ______________

AUTHORIZED SERVICE

DEALER LOCATION

To locate the GENERAC AUTHORIZED SERVICE

DEALER nearest you, please call this number:

1-800-333-1322

ONLY DEALER LOCATION INFORMATION

CAN BE OBTAINED AT THIS NUMBER.

Generac® Power Systems, Inc.

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Contents Model QUIETPACT 40G Air-cooled Recreational Vehicle GeneratorsThis manual should remain with the unit GENERA OHVIOPERATION AND MAINTENANCE AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER LOCATIONCONTENTS HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICEAdjustments Part II - Installation InstructionsSafety Rules Exploded Views and Parts ListsParts of the generator are rotating and/or hot GENERAL HAZARDSDespite the safe design of this generator during operation. Exercise care near running generatorsEXPLOSION HAZARDS ELECTRICAL HAZARDSFIRE HAZARDS Model Number 1.1 GENERATOR IDENTIFICATIONModel 004700-0 - QUIETPACT 40G kW RatingDo not overload the generator. Some installa 1.3 SAFETY1.5 SPECIFICATIONS 1.2 GENERATOR APPLICABILITY1.5.2 FUEL CONSUMPTION Generac does not recommend using any1.5.5 GENERATOR 1.5.3 ENGINE OIL REQUIREMENTS2.1 GENERATOR CONTROL PANEL 2.1.2 START/STOP SWITCH2.4.1 INSTALLATION 2.2 OPTIONAL REMOTE START/STOP PANEL2.4.3 FUEL SUPPLY 2.5 STARTING THE GENERATOR2.4.2 ENGINE LUBRICATION 2.4.4 COOLING AND VENTILATING AIRFigure 2.2 - Low Oil Pressure and High Temperature Switches 2.9.1 LOW OIL PRESSURE SWITCH2.9.2 HIGH TEMPERATURE SWITCH 2.6 STOPPING THE GENERATOR2.10.1 25-HOUR BREAK-IN PERIOD 2.10 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION2.9.3 FIELD BOOST 2.9.4 OVERVOLTAGE PROTECTION3.2 CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL AND/OR OIL FILTER Figure 3.1 - Oil Maintenance Features3.1 CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL 2.10.4 OPERATION IN HIGH GRASS OR BRUSHFigure 3.2 - Engine Air Cleaner 3.3 MAINTAINING THE ENGINE AIR CLEANER3.3.1 CLEANING THE FOAM PRECLEANER 3.3.2 CLEANING OR REPLACING THE PAPER FILTERFigure 3.3 - Cleaning Air Intake 3.4 CLEAN AIR INTAKE3.7 CLEAN SPARK ARRESTOR Figure 3.4 - Setting the Spark Plug GapDo NOT use a forceful spray of water to clean 3.8 CLEANING THE GENERATOR3.9 BATTERY MAINTENANCE Use tools with insulated handles Wear rubber gloves and boots3.12.1 REMOVAL FROM SERVICE 3.12 OUT OF SERVICE PROCEDURE3.13 ADJUSTING VALVE CLEARANCE 3.12.2 RETURN TO SERVICE3.14 RV GENERATOR SERVICE INTERVAL Figure 3.8 - Tightening Jam NutPART INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSSHOULD ATTEMPT INSTALLATION ONLY QUALIFIED ELECTRICIANS OR CONTRACTORSNOTICE TO INSTALLER FIRE HAZARDS 1.4 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION 1.2 SAFETY1.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE MANUAL 1.5 GENERATOR ENGINE OPERATING SPEEDMajor Features VIEW FROM TOP2.1.2 GENERATOR SUPPORT 2.1 LOCATION AND SUPPORT2.1.1 GENERATOR LOCATION 2.1.3 SUSPENDED MOUNTING2.2.2 COMPARTMENT CONSTRUCTION 2.2 GENERATOR COMPARTMENTS2.1.4 GENERATOR RESTRAINT 2.2.1 COMPARTMENT SIZEFigure 2.6 - Types of Lock Seams 2.2.4 ACOUSTICS2.2.3 SOUND INSULATING MATERIALS VIEW FROM TOP Figure 2.7 - Typical Noise Abatement 2.2.5 COMPARTMENT FLOOR CUTOUTSFigure 2.8 - Compartment Floor Cutout Drawing 0D8716-C All measurements are in millimeters, 25.4 mm = 1”2.4 GASOLINE FUEL SYSTEM 2.3.2 TESTING THE INSTALLATION2.3 COOLING AND VENTILATING AIR 2.3.1 GENERATOR AIRFLOW2.4.2.2 Flexible Fuel Line 2.5 EXHAUST SYSTEM2.4.1 FUEL TANK 2.4.2 GENERATOR FUEL SUPPLY LINE 2.4.2.1 Rigid Fuel Lines2.6 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 2.5.2 EXHAUST SYSTEM SAFETYFigure 2.12 - Spark Arrestor Installation 2.5.1 SPARK ARRESTOR2.6.3 GENERATOR AC CONNECTIONS 2.6.2 WIRING2.6.1 ELECTRICAL JUNCTION BOX 2.6.4 CONDUITFigure 2.14 - Transfer Switch Isolation Method 2.6.5 ISOLATING DIFFERENT POWER SOURCES2.6.6 POWER SUPPLY CORD 2.7.1 RECOMMENDED BATTERY 2.7 BATTERY INSTALLATION2.8 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 2.7.2 BATTERY CABLESDo not make any unnecessary adjustments 3.1 POST INSTALLATION TESTS3.4 TESTING UNDER LOAD 3.2 BEFORE INITIAL START-UP3.5 INSTALLATION CHECKLIST Appendix 1 - Notes 34 Generac Power Systems, IncCAUSE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEPROBLEM CORRECTIONBROWN Appendix 3 - Electrical Data36 Generac Power Systems, Inc QUIETPACT DataPower Appendix 3 - ElectricalEnclosure - Drawing No. 0D8352-E 38 Generac Power Systems, IncAppendix 4 - Exploded Views and Parts Lists TO CARBDESCRIPTION Appendix 4 - Exploded Views and Parts ListsPART NO. QTY 40 Generac Power Systems, Inc Appendix 4 - Exploded Views and Parts Lists 42 Generac Power Systems, Inc 25 24Appendix 4 - Exploded Views and Parts Lists 44 Generac Power Systems, Inc ASSEMBLY, GOVERNOR LEVER ASSEMBLY BRACKET GOVERNORBOOT CHOKE SOLENOID PLASTIC GASKET CARBURETOR/MANIFOLD46 Generac Power Systems, Inc VALVE SPRING WEAR WASHER TAPERED CRANKSHAFT ASSEMBLYSCREW, HHFC M8-1.25 X 35MM OIL PRESSURE RELIEF COVERMANUFACTURER’S EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY COVERAGE CALIFORNIA AND FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENTYOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS PURCHASER’S/OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES1 Utility 2 Lawn and Garden Equipment EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTYEMISSION RELATED PARTS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING 3 Recreational Vehicle RV Generator 4 Industrial Mobile IM GeneratorWARRANTY SCHEDULE - CONSUMER/PERSONAL APPLICATIONS GENERAC POWER SYSTEMS’ THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTYWARRANTY SCHEDULE - COMMERCIAL APPLICATIONS GENERAC POWER SYSTEMS, INC