Attention After Submersion; Corrosion Protection; Out Of Service Procedure; Removal From Service - Generac PowerPact 7 kW Manual Del Propietário

4. Check the battery fluid level of unsealed batteries, and if necessary, fill with distilled water only. DO NOT use tap water. Also, have the
Dealer or a qualified Service Technician check the state of charge and condition.
5. Place the battery into its original location with the battery terminals connected and properly secure with the battery bracket.
6. Install the battery access panel, front panel and top lid. Tighten all fasteners securely.
4.8 — Attention After Submersion
If the generator has been submerged in water, it MUST NOT be started and operated. Following any submersion in water, have a Dealer thor-
oughly clean, dry, and inspect the generator. If the structure (home) has been flooded, it should be inspected by a certified electrician to ensure
there won't be any electrical problems during generator operation or when utility power is returned.
NOTE: When a battery is dead or has been disconnected, the exercise time must be reset.
4.9 — Corrosion Protection
Periodically wash and wax the enclosure using automotive type products. Frequent washing is recommended in salt water/coastal areas. Spray
engine linkages with a light oil such as WD-40.
4.10 — Out of Service Procedure
4.10.1 — Removal From Service
If the generator cannot be exercised every 7 days and will be out of service longer than 90 days, prepare the generator for storage:
1. Start the engine and let it warm up.
2. Close the fuel shutoff valve in the fuel supply line and allow the unit to shut down.
3. Once the unit has shut down, set the generator's Main Circuit Breaker (Generator Disconnect) to its OFF (OPEN) position.
4. Turn off the utility power to the transfer switch.
5. Remove the 7.5 Amp ATO
6. Disconnect the battery cables. Remove negative cable first.
7. Remove battery charger AC input T1/Neutral cable (4-pin connector) at Control Panel.
8. While the engine is still warm, drain the oil completely, and then refill the crankcase with oil.
9. Attach a tag to the engine indicating the viscosity and classification of the new oil in the crankcase.
10. Remove the spark plug and spray a fogging agent into the spark plug threaded opening. Install and tighten the spark plug.
11. Remove the battery and store it in a cool, dry room on a wooden board. Never store the battery on any concrete or earthen floor.
12. Clean and wipe down the entire generator.
Automatic Standby Generator Owner's Manual
Black Lead to
Engine Block (-)
Figure 4-8: Battery Location and Terminals
® fuse from the generator's Control Panel.
Red Lead from
Starter Contactor (+)
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