Generac Power Systems A-2624 - Manual (Page 14)

DANGER: Battery electrolyte fluid is an extremely
caustic sulfuric acid solution that can cause severe
burns. Do not permit fluid to contact eyes, skin,
ciothing, painted surfaces, etc. Wear protective
goggies, protective clothing and gioves when han-
diing a battery. If you spill the fluid, flush the affect­
ed area immediately with clear water.
DANGER: Do not use any jumper cables or booster
battery to crank and start the generator engine. If
any battery has discharged, remove it from the vehi-
cie for recharging.
MAJOR SERVICE MANUAL
To obtain a service manual for your generator, order it
from your dealer/distributor or contact the factory. Be
sure to identify your unit’s MODEL NUMBER and
SERIES.
DRIVE BELT
The engine drives the generator rotor by means of a
pulley and drive belt arrangement. The drive belt and
pulleys are warranted for the life of the generator.
Drive belt tension was properly adjusted before the unit
was shipped form the factory. If you suspect that drive
belt tension is incorrect, contact an autorized service
facility.
EXERCISING THE GENERATOR
Generac recommends that you start and operate the
generator at least once every seven days. Let the unit
run for at least 30 minutes to “exercise” the engine.
OUT OF SERVICE PROTECTION
If you cannot exercise the generator every seven days
and it is to be out of service longer than 30 days, pre­
pare the generator for storage as follows:
• Start the engine and let it warm up.
• While the engine is still warm from running, drain the oil
completely. Refill crankcase with recommended oil. See
“Specifications.”
• Attach a tag to the engine indicating the viscosity and clas­
sification of the oil in the crankcase.
• Remove spark plugs and add about 1/2 ounce (15ml) of
clean, fresh engine oil into spark plug threaded openings.
Crank engine several times to distribute oil, then install
and tighten spark plugs.
• Remove the battery and store in a cool, dry room on a
wooden board. Never store the battery on any concrete or
earthen floor.
• Clean and wipe the entire generator.
RETURN UNIT TO SERVICE
AFTER STORAGE
To return the unit to service after storage, proceed as
follows:
• Check tag on engine for oil viscosity and classification.
Verify that the correct recommended oil is used in engine.
If necessary, drain and refill with proper oil.
• Check battery. Fill all cells to the proper level with distilled
water. DO NOT USE TAP WATER IN THE BATTERY.
Recharge battery to 100% state of charge, or, if defective,
replace the battery.
• Press the Fuel Pump Primer switch and hold it for about
30 seconds.
• Turn OFF all electrical loads, then start the engine.
• Let engine warm up.
• Apply electrical loads to at least 50% of the unit’s rated
wattage capacity.
• When engine is thoroughly warmed up, shut it down.
THE GENERATOR IS NOW READY FOR SERVICE.
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