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Table of Contents

Recreational Vehicle Generators

Part I — Operating Instructions
Introduction		Inside Front Cover
Read This Manual Thoroughly			IFC
Contents			IFC
Operation and Maintenance			IFC
How to Obtain Service			IFC
Authorized Service Dealer Locator Number			IFC
Safety Rules			2
Section 1 – General Information			4
1.1	Generator Identification		4
1.2	Generator Applicability		5
1.3	Installation		5
1.4	Safety		5
1.5	Generator AC Connection System		5
1.6	Specifications		6
Section 2 – Operation			7
2.1	Generator Control Panel		7
2.2	Optional Remote Start/Stop Panel		8
2.3	Automatic Choke		8
2.4	Before Starting the Engine		8
2.5	Starting the Generator		9
2.6	Stopping the Generator		9
2.7	Applying Loads to Generator		9
2.8	Protection Systems		10
Section 3 – Maintenance			11
3.1	Checking the Engine Oil Level		11
3.2	Changing the Engine Oil and/or Oil Filter		12
3.3	Maintaining the Engine Air Cleaner		12
3.4	Checking the Engine Spark Plug		13
3.5	Fuel Filter (Gasoline Only)		13
3.6	Clean Spark Arrestor		13
3.7	Cleaning the Generator		14
3.8	Battery Maintenance		14
3.9	Major Service Manual		15
3.10	Drive Belt		15
3.11	Exercising the Generator		15
3.12	Out of Service Procedure		15
3.13	RV Generator Service Interval		15

Part II — Installation Instructions	17
Safety Rules	18
Section 5 — General Information	20

5.1Purpose and Scope of the Installation

	Instructions	20
5.2	Safety	20
5.3	Standards Booklets	20
5.4	Equipment Description	20
5.5	Generator Engine Operating Speed	20
5.6	Generator AC Connection System	20
	Major Features and Dimensions	21
Section 6 — Installation		22
6.1	Location and Support	22
6.2	Generator Compartments	23
6.3	Cooling and Ventilating Air	25
6.4	Gasoline Fuel System	26
6.5	LP Gas Fuel System	27
6.6	Exhaust System	29
6.7	Electrical Connections	30
6.8	Battery Installation	32
6.9	Optional Accessories	34
Section 7 — Post Installation		34
7.1	Post Installation Tests	34
7.2	Before Initial Start-up	34
7.3	Initial Start	34
7.4	Testing Under Load	35
7.5	Installation Checklist	35
Section 8 – Troubleshooting		36
8.1	Troubleshooting Guide	36
Section 9 – Notes		37
Section 10 – Electrical Data		38
Section 11 – Exploded Views and Parts Lists		40
Section 12 – Warranty		52

Section 4 – Notes 16

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