Generac Power Systems GUARDIAN 04137-0 - Manual (Page 9)

Section 1 - General Information
Guardian Liquid-cooled 8 kW Generators
GENERAL
INFORMATION
.8 FUEL REQUIREMENTS
AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Г-se clean, fresh No. 2D diesel fuel with minimum
htane number of 40. It also must conform to
merican Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM)
pecifications. The iiiel should be stored in sealed
.3ntainers that have low point drains which permit
Viter to be drained from the fuel periodically. Never
se any dirty or contaminated fuel.
his unit has a 46-gallon fuel tank. When adding
lel, DO NOT overfill the tank. Allow room at the
)p of the tank for fuel expansion.
NOTE:
ppropriate care should be taken in applications
here extremely low ambient temperatures are
ossible to ensure the temperature of the diesel
lel is not allowed to fall below levels where
felling” could occur.
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WARNING
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y Although using diesel fuel is safer than using
A gasoline or gaseous fluids, which are are
extremely EXPLOSIVE, diesel stiil presents the
danger of possible FIRE. The fuel supply system
must be installed according to applicable
fuel-gas codes. After installation, you must
inspect the fuel system periodically for leaks.
No leakage is permitted.
9 ENGINE GIL RECOMMENDATIONS
;e a high-quality detergent oil with American
croleum Institute (API) classification “For Service
A’ Detergent oils keep the engine cleaner and
Jiice carbon deposits. Use oil having the follovdng
ciety of Automotive Engineers (SAE) viscosity' rat-
i, based on the ambient temperature range antic-
Lied before the next oil change:
Temperature Oil Grade (Recommended)
Above 70° F (21° C) SAE 30W
3° to 70° F (-7° to 21° C) SAE 20W
Below 20° F (-7° C) SÀE 10W or 10W-30
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Any attempt to crank or start the engine before
^ it has been properly serviced with the recom­
mended oil may result in an engine failure.
1.10 THE BATTERY
Use a 12-volt, automotive-type storage battery
(Group 26F) rated 75 amp hours or more and capar­
bie of a minimum of 530 cold-cranking amps at
'17,8° C (0° F). When using a maintenance-free bat­
tery, it is not necessaiy to check the specific gravity
or electrolyte level. Have these procedures per­
formed at the intervals specified in the service
schedule. A negative ground system is used. Battery
connections ai'e shown on the wiring diagrams.
Make sure the battery is correctly connected and
terminals are tight. Observe battery polarity when
connecting the battery to the generator set.
NOTE:
Damage will result if the battery connections are
made in reverse.
Your generator is equipped with a battery triclde
charger that is active when ypur unit is set up for
automatic operation. The trickle charge is designed
to help extend the life of your battery by maintain­
ing the battery when the unit is not running.
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Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen
gas. This gas can form an explosive mixture
around the battery for several hours after
charging. The slightest spark can ignite the gas
and cause an explosion. Such an explosion can
shatter the battery and cause blindness or other
injury. Any area that houses a storage battery
must be properly ventilated. Do not allow
smoking, open flame, sparks or any spark pro­
ducing tools or equipment near the battery.
Battery electrolyte fluid is an extremely caustic
sulfuric acid solution that can cause severe
burns. Do not permit fluid to contact eyes, skin,
clothing, painted surfaces, etc. Wear protective
goggles, protective clothing and gloves when
handling a battery. If you spill the fluid, flush
the affected area immediately with clear water.
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WARNING
Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The
battery is capable of exploding.
Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released
electrolyte can be toxic and harmful to the skin
and eyes.
The battery represents a risk of high short circuit
current. When working on the battery, always
remove watches, rings or other metal objects,
and only use tools that have insulated handles.
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