Generac PRIMEPACT 50 04164-3 - Manual (Page 7)

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Section 1 – General Information
Recreational Vehicle Generator
1.2 GENERATOR APPLICABILITY
These generators have been designed and manufactured for sup-
plying electrical power for recreational vehicles. Do not modify the
generator or use it for any application other than for what it was
designed. If there are any questions pertaining to its application,
write or call the factory. Do not use the unit until advised by a
competent authority.
DANGER
 For fire safety, the generator must have been
properly installed in compliance with ANSI
119.2-1975/NFPA 501C-1974, “Standard for
Recreational Vehicles, Part III – Installation of
Electrical Systems.” The generator also must
have been installed in strict compliance with the
manufacturer’s detailed installation instructions.
After installation, do nothing that might render
the unit in noncompliance with such codes, stan-
dards and instructions.
Use this generator to supply electrical power for operating
120/240-volt, single-phase, 60 Hertz, AC electrical loads. These
loads can require up to 4,800 watts (4.8 kW) of power, but cannot
exceed 40 AC amperes of current at 120 volts, or 20 AC amperes
at 240 volts for model 05754-0. For model 04164-3, the loads can
require up to 4,500 watts (4.5 kW) of power, but cannot exceed
37.5 amperes of current at 120 volts, or 18.8 amperes at 240
volts.
 Do not overload the generator. Some installations
may require that electrical loads be alternated
to avoid overloading. Applying excessively high
electrical loads may damage the generator and
may shorten its life. Add up the rated watts of
all electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor
loads the generator will power at one time. This
total should not be greater than the wattage
capacity of the generator. If an electrical device
nameplate gives only volts and amps, multiply
volts times amps to obtain watts (volts x amps =
watts). Some electric motors require more watts
of power (or amps of current) for starting than
for continuous operation.
1.3 SAFETY
Before attempting to use the generator set, carefully read the
“Safety Rules” section of this manual. Comply strictly with these
rules to prevent accidents and damage to equipment and/or
property. We suggest copying and posting the “Safety Rules” in
potential hazard areas of the vehicle. Stress safety to all operators
and potential operators of this equipment.
1.4 GENERATOR AC
CONNECTION SYSTEM
This generator set is equipped with dual stator AC power windings.
These two-stator windings supply electrical power to customer
electrical loads by means of a dual two-wire connection system.
Note, however, that the neutral is grounded.
The generator may have been installed so that it powers 120-volt
AC loads (Figure 1.1). It can be wired to connect both 120- and/or
240-volt AC electrical loads. This procedure should be done by an
Authorized Service Dealer or other qualified installer.
Figure 1.1 – Connections for 120 Volts Only
1.5 SPECIFICATIONS
1.5.1 FUEL REQUIREMENTS ‹
This generator is equipped with a gasoline fuel system. Depending
on the installation, the generator may have either a separate fuel
tank, or it may “share” the vehicle engine’s fuel tank.
NOTE:
Some installations using a “shared” fuel tank may have a gen-
erator fuel pickup tube that is shorter than the vehicle engine’s
pickup tube. Such an arrangement causes the generator engine
to “run out of gas” while adequate fuel for the vehicle remains
in the tank.
To reduce lead and carbon deposits use high quality UNLEADED
gasoline with the generator. Leaded REGULAR grade gasoline is an
acceptable substitute.
NOTE:
Using unleaded gasoline contributes to longer engine valve life
by reducing lead and carbon deposits.