Generac Power Systems 0784-1 - Manual (Page 17)

Section 3 - Maintenance
Cenerac Q-70C Recreational Vehicle Generator
MAINTENANCE
4 3.13.2 RETURN TO SERVICE
To return the unit to service after storage, proceed
as follows:
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Check the tag on the engine for oil viscosity and
classification. Verify that the correct recommend­
ed oil is used in the engine (see Section 1.5.4,
Page 6). If necessary, drain and refill with the
proper oil.
Check the state of the battery. Fill all cells of
unsealed batteries to the proper level with distilled
water. DO NOT USE TAP WATER IN THE BAT­
TERY. Recharge the battery to 100 percent state of
charge, or, if defecUve, replace the battery.
Clean and wipe the entire generator.
Reconnect the battery. Observe battery polarity.
Damage may occur if the battery is connected
incorrectly.
Turn OFF all electrical loads. Add fuel if neces­
sary and then start the engine.
Allow the unit to warm up thoroughly.
Apply electrical loads to at least 50 percent of the
unit’s rated wattage capacity.
When the engine is thoroughly warmed up, shut
it down.
9. Your generator is now ready for service.
3.14 WATTAGE REFERENCE GUIDE
Running
Watts
Battery Charger.................................................................500
Belt Sander (3”).............................................................. 1000
Chain Saw..................................................................... 1200
Circular Saw (6-12”) ........................................ 800 to 1000
Disc Sander (9”) .............................................................1200
Hand Drill (1”) ............................................................... 1100
Hedge Trimmer................................................................. 450
Impact Wrench ................................................................. 500
Lawn Mower ..................................................................1200
Electric Range (one element)..........................................1500
Television....................................................... 1750 to 2000
Coffee Maker.................................................................. 1000
Electric Skillet.................................................................1250
Hair Dryer....................................................................... 1200
Light Bulb......................................................................... 100
Microwave Oven ..............................................................700
Oil Burner on Furnace ......................................................300
Oil Fired Space Heater (140,000 Btu).............................. 400
Radio...................................................................... 50 to 200
Slow Cooker .....................................................................200
*Furnace Fan (1/3 HP)....................................................1200
■"Refrigerator...................................................................600
*Air Conditioner (12,000 Btu)....................................... 1700
■"Compressor (IHP)....................................................... 2000
■"Deep Freeze.................................................................. 500
"Milk Cooler ... .............................................................. 1100
■"Submersible Pump (1-1/2
HP)............................. 2800
■"Submersible Pump (1 HP).......................................... 2000
"Paint Sprayer, Airless (1/3
HP) ...............................600
"Table Saw (10”) ...........................................1750 to 2000
" Allow 2-1/2 times the listed watts for startiirg these
devices.
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