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Generac NP-50LPG Recreational Vehicle Generator
MAJOR SERVICE MANUAL
To obtain a service manual for your generator, order it from your dealer/distributor or contact the factory. Be sure to iden- tify your MODEL NUMBER and SERIAL NUMBER.
DRIVE BELT
The engine drives the generator rotor by means of a pulley and drive belt arrangement. The drive belt and pulleys are war- ranted for the life of the generator. Drive belt tension was properly adjusted before the unit was shipped from the fac- tory. If you suspect that drive belt tension is incorrect, contact an authorized service facility.
EXERCISING THE GENERATOR
Generac recommends that you start and operate the genera- tor at least once every seven days. Let the unit run for at least 30 minutes to “exercise” the engine.
OUT OF SERVICE PROTECTION
If you cannot exercise the generator every seven days and it is to be out of service longer than 30 days, prepare the gen- erator for storage as follows:
•Start the engine and let it warm up.
•Close the fuel shutoff valve in the fuel supply line and let the engine “run out of fuel.”
•While the engine is still warm from running, drain the oil com- pletely. Refill crankcase with SAE 10W30 oil having API classification “For Service SF.”
•Attach a tag to the engine indicating the viscosity and clas- sification of the oil in the crankcase.
•Remove spark plug and pour about two or three table- spoons of clean, fresh engine oil into spark plug threaded opening. Crank engine several times to distribute oil, then install and tighten spark plug.
•Remove the battery and store in a cool, dry room on a wooden board. Never store the battery on concrete or earth floors.
•Clean and wipe the entire generator.
RETURN THE UNIT TO SERVICE
AFTER STORAGE
To return the unit to service after storage, proceed as follows:
•Check tag on engine for oil viscosity and classification. Verify that the correct recommended oil is used in engine. If necessary, drain and refill with proper oil.
•Check battery. Fill all cells to the proper level with distilled water. DO NOT USE TAP WATER IN THE BATTERY. Recharge battery to 100% state of charge, or, if defective, replace the battery.
•Turn OFF all electrical loads, add fuel if necessary, then start the engine.
•Let the engine warm up.
•Apply electrical loads to at least 50% of the unit’s rated wattage capacity.
•When engine is thoroughly warmed up, shut it down.
THE GENERATOR IS NOW READY FOR SERVICE.
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