Multiquip Portable Generator GAC3.6HZ - Manual (Page 22)

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OperatiOn
7. Before the generators is placed into operation, run the
engine for 3-5 minutes. Check for abnormal smells,
fuel leaks, and noises that would associate with lose
components.
8. Place the idle control switch (Figure 14) in the OFF
(down) position. This will allow the engine speed to run
at about 3600 RPM's.
Figure 14. Idle Control Switch (OFF)
Figure 15. Idle Control Switch (ON)
9. Place main circuit breaker (Figure 16) in the ON
position.
Figure 16. Main Circuit Breaker (ON
10. Read the voltmeter on the front panel of the generator
(Figure 17) and verify that 120 VAC is present at the
120V twist-lock and GFCI duplex receptacles. For
NOTICE
Placing the idle control switch in the OFF position
(Figure 14) allows the engine to operate at a maximum
speed of about 3600 RPM's.
When the idle control switch (Figure 15) is placed in the
up position ( ON), the generator will run at idle speed
(2200 RPM's) until a load is applied, at that time the
engine speed will increase to 3600 RPM's as long as
a load is being applied.
When the load is not in use, the engine speed will drop
back to the idle mode after about 3 seconds.
additional verification of voltage, an external voltmeter
can be used to measure the output voltage as shown
in Figure 17.
Figure 17. 120V/GFCI Receptacles
11. Read the voltmeter on the front panel of the generator
(Figure 18) and verify that 240 VAC is present at the
240V twist-lock receptacle. Using an external voltmeter
verify that 240V is present at the 240V twist-lock
receptacle.
Figure 18. 240V Twist-Lock Receptacle
12. Connecting of loads (power tools, lighting ect.) to the
generator receptacles can now be done.
NOTICE
When using a combination of dual receptacles, total
load should not exceed the rated capacity of the
generator.