Emissions Information; General Recommendations; Generator Maintenance; To Clean The Generator - Generac GP Serie El Manual Del Propietario

Maintenance

3.3.3 EMISSIONS INFORMATION

The Environmental Protection Agency (and California Air Resource Board
for generators certified to CA standards) require(s) that this generator
comply with exhaust and evaporative emission standards. Locate the
emissions compliance decal on the engine to determine what standards
the generator meets. This generator is certified to operate on gasoline. The
emission control system consists of the following:
• Air Induction System
~ Intake Pipe / Manifold
~ Air Cleaner
• Fuel System
~ Carburetor
~ Fuel Tank / Cap
~ Fuel Lines
~ Evaporative Vent Lines
~ Carbon Canister (for CA engines only)
• Ignition System
~ Spark Plug
~ Ignition Module
• Exhaust System
~ Exhaust Manifold
~ Muffler
~ Catalyst (for CA engines only).
3.4

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty of the generator does not cover items that have been
subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the
warranty, the operator must maintain the generator as instructed in this
manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain
the generator.
All adjustments in the Maintenance section of this manual should be made
at least once each season. Follow the requirements in the "Maintenance
Schedule" chart.
NOTE:
Once a year, replace the spark plug and replace the air filter. A new
spark plug and clean air filter assure proper fuel-air mixture and help
the engine run better and last longer.

3.4.1 GENERATOR MAINTENANCE

Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit clean and dry. Operate
and store the unit in a clean dry environment where it will not be exposed
to excessive dust, dirt, moisture or any corrosive vapors. Cooling air slots
in the generator must not become clogged with snow, leaves, or any other
foreign material.
Check the cleanliness of the generator frequently and clean when dust,
dirt, oil, moisture or other foreign substances are visible on its exterior
surface.
Never insert any object or tool through the air
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cooling slots, even if the engine is not running.
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DO NOT use a garden hose to clean generator. Water can enter the
engine fuel system and cause problems. In addition, if water enters
the generator through cooling air slots, some water will be retained in
voids and crevices of the rotor and stator winding insulation. Water and
dirt buildup on the generator internal windings will eventually decrease
the insulation resistance of these windings.

3.4.2 TO CLEAN THE GENERATOR

• Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.
• A soft, bristle brush may be used to loosen caked on dirt, oil, etc.
• A vacuum cleaner may be used to pick up loose dirt and debris.
• Low pressure air (not to exceed 25 psi) may be used to blow away
dirt. Inspect cooling air slots and openings on the generator. These
openings must be kept clean and unobstructed.

3.4.3 ENGINE MAINTENANCE

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3.4.4 CHECKING OIL LEVEL

See the "BEFORE STARTING THE GENERATOR" section for information on
checking the oil level. The oil level should be checked before each use,
or at least every eight hours of operation. Keep the oil level maintained.
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3.4.5 CHANGING THE OIL AND OIL FILTER
Change the oil and filter after the first 30 hours of operation. Change the
oil every 100 hours thereafter. If running this unit under dirty or dusty
conditions, or in extremely hot weather, change the oil more often.
Use the following instructions to change the oil after the engine cools
down:
• Clean area around oil drain hose and plug.
• Remove oil drain plug from end of hose and oil fill plug to drain oil
completely into a suitable container.
• When oil has completely drained, install oil drain plug and tighten
securely.
• Place a suitable container beneath the oil filter and turn filter
counterclockwise to remove. Discard according to local regulations.
• Coat gasket of new filter with clean engine oil. Turn filter clockwise until
gasket contacts lightly with filter adapter. Then tighten an additional
3/4 turn.
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NOTE:
When working on the generator, always disconnect
negative cable from battery. Also disconnect spark
plug wires from spark plugs and keep wire away
from spark plugs.
Hot oil may cause burns. Allow engine to cool
before draining oil. Avoid prolonged or repeated
skin exposure with used oil. Thoroughly wash
exposed areas with soap.