Shutting The Generator Down While Under Load; Maintenance; Performing Scheduled Maintenance; Fuse - Generac 8kW Manual Del Usario

Maintenance

Since most maintenance alerts will occur at the same time
(most have two (2) year intervals), only one will appear on the
display at any one time. Once the first alert is cleared, the next
active alert will be displayed.
3.7 SHUTTING THE GENERATOR
DOWN WHILE UNDER LOAD
To safely stop and start a loaded generator follow these steps.
ISOLATE THE MAIN SERVICE DISTRIBUTION PANEL
1. At the main service distribution panel, open (turn off) the main
service entrance breaker.
STOPPING THE GENERATOR
1. Turn the Main Circuit Breaker off (Figure 3.6).
2. If generator has a GFCI Outlet and it is being used, turn off the
15 Amp Outlet Breaker (Figure 3.6).
3. Allow the generator to run for 1 minute without load to cool
down.
Figure 3.6 – Open Side Compartment
120V GFCI Outlet
LED Indicator Lights
4. Turn the Auto/Off/Manual switch to the Off position (Figure
3.7).
5. If the generator will be left off for longer than 1 hour without
utility present remove the 7.5 Amp Main Fuse from the control
panel (Figure 3.7). This will prevent the control panel from
running down the battery.
STARTING THE GENERATOR
1. If the Main Fuse was removed, replace the fuse. The startup
wizard will be displayed, allowing the correct time and date to
be entered. It will not be necessary to re-enter the activation
code.
2. Turn the Auto/Off/Manual switch to the Auto position. After a
short delay the generator will start.
3. Allow the generator to run for 15 seconds to allow the engine
to warm up.
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NOTE:
15 Amp Outlet Breaker
Main Circuit Breaker
4. Turn on the Main Circuit Breaker.
5. Turn on the Outlet Breaker if necessary.
Figure 3.7 – 8 - 20kW Generator Control Panel
MAIN FUSE
7.5 AMP
Escape
REPOWER THE MAIN SERVICE DISTRIBUTION PANEL
1. At the main service distribution panel, close (turn on) the main
service entrance breaker.
This method will ensure proper transfer between generator and
utility in the event that utility returns while the generator is shut
off.
4.1 PERFORMING SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
It is important to perform service as specified in the Maintenance
Schedule for proper generator operation, and to ensure that the
generator complies with the applicable emission standards for the
duration of its useful life. Service and repairs may be performed
by any capable person or repair shop. Additionally, emissions criti-
cal maintenance must be performed as scheduled in order for the
Emissions Warranty to be valid. Emissions critical maintenance
consists of servicing the air filter and spark plugs in accordance
with the Maintenance Schedule.
4.2

FUSE

The 7.5 amp fuse on the control panel protects the DC control
circuit against overload (Figures 3.1 and 3.2). This fuse is wired
in series with the battery output lead to the panel. If this fuse ele-
ment has melted open, the engine will not be able to crank or start.
Replace this fuse using only an identical 7.5 amp replacement
fuse. Whenever the fuse is removed or replaced, the exercise timer
needs to be reset.
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