Operation

Figure 3 – Generator Locations

Read the entire Owner’s Manual and Safety Rules before operating this generator.

Compare the generator to Figures 3 through 6 to become familiarized with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

1. Choke Knob – Used when starting a cold engine (Pull/Push).

2. Engine Switch – Controls the operation of the generator. On electric start models the switch is Start/Run/Stop. On recoil start models the switch is On/Off.

3.Fuel Shut Off – Valve between fuel tank and carburetor. Turn

off and run carburetor out of fuel for extended storage.

4.Panel LED's – Provide illumination of the control panel while the generator is operating.

5.120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle – Supplies electrical power for the operation of 120 and/or 240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, single-phase, 60 Hz, electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads.

6. 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, GFCI Duplex Receptacle – Supplies electrical power for the operation of 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, single-phase, 60 Hz electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads. It also provides protection with an Integral Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter, complete with a press to "Test" and "Reset" button.

7. Circuit Breakers (AC) – Each 20 Amp receptacle is provided with a push-to-reset circuit breaker to protect the generator against electrical overload.

8. Circuit Breakers (AC) – The 30 Amp receptacle is protected with a pair of push-to-reset circuit breakers to protect the generator against electrical overload.

9. PowerBar – Indicates the amount of power being used from the generator; each section is approximately 25%

10. Hourmeter – Provides operating hours for Service Intervals.

11. Battery Charger Input (Electric Start Models) – This receptacle allows the capability to recharge the 12 VDC engine starting battery with the 12 Volt Adaptor Plug Charger. The battery is protected by a 1.50 Amp in-line fuse which is inside the control panel.

12. Fuel Tank – Tank holds 9 U.S. gallons of fuel.

13. Fuel Gauge – Shows fuel level in tank.

14. Handles – Pivot and retract for storage. Press the spring- loaded button to move handles.

15. Oil Fill – Check oil level and add oil here.

16. Grounding Lug – Ground the generator to an approved earth ground here. See "Grounding the Generator" for details.

17. Muffler – Includes the spark arrestor and quiets the engine.

18. Spark Plug Location – The spark plug ignites the Air/Fuel Mixture (Side panel must be removed).

19. Engine Oil Filter – Filters engine oil; see Section 3.1 for the proper service intervals.

20. Air Cleaner – Filters intake air as it is drawn into the engine.

21. Oil Drain – Drain valve to remove used oil from the engine crankcase.

22. Recoil Starter – Use to start engine manually.

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Generac 005798-0 (XG7000E), 005800-0 (XG8000), 005797-0 (XG7000), 005796-0 (XG6500) Operation, – Generator Locations