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000915
MODEL:________________________
SERIAL:________________________
DATE PURCHASED:______________
WARNING
Loss of life. This product is not intended to
be used in a critical life support application.
Failure to adhere to this warning could result
in death or serious injury.
(000209b)
WARNING
CANCER AND REPRODUCTIVE HARM
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
(000393a)
Section 1 Introduction and Safety
Introduction
WARNING
Read This Manual Thoroughly Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING (000002)
Consult Manual. Read and understand manual
completely before using product. Failure to
completely understand manual and product CAUTION
could result in death or serious injury.
(000100a) Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
If any section of this manual is not understood,
contact the nearest Independent Authorized (000003)
Service Dealer (IASD) or Generac Customer
Service at 1-888-436-3722 (1-888-GEN-
ERAC), or visit www.generac.com for start- NOTE: Notes contain additional information
ing, operating, and servicing procedures. The important to a procedure and will be found
owner is responsible for proper maintenance within the regular text of this manual.
and safe use of the unit. These safety alerts cannot eliminate the haz-
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS for future ref- ards that they indicate. Common sense and
erence. This manual contains important strict compliance with the special instructions
instructions that must be followed during while performing the action or service are
placement, operation, and maintenance of the essential to preventing accidents.
unit and its components. Always supply this
manual to any individual that will use this unit. Safety Symbols and Meanings
The information in this manual is accurate
based on products produced at the time of
publication. The manufacturer reserves the DANGER
right to make technical updates, corrections, Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
and product revisions at any time without Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is
notice. a poison you cannot see or smell.
Safety Rules
The manufacturer cannot anticipate every NEVER use inside a home Only use OUTSIDE and
possible circumstance that might involve a or garage, EVEN IF doors
and windows are open.
far away from windows,
doors, and vents.
hazard. The alerts in this manual, and on tags
and decals affixed to the unit, are not all inclu- 000657
sive. If using a procedure, work method, or
operating technique that the manufacturer
does not specifically recommend, verify that it DANGER
is safe for others and does not render the Asphyxiation. Running engines produce carbon
equipment unsafe. monoxide, a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas.
Carbon monoxide, if not avoided,
Throughout this publication, and on tags and will result in death or serious injury. (000103)
decals affixed to the unit, DANGER, WARN-
ING, CAUTION, and NOTE blocks are used to • If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak after
alert personnel to special instructions about a the generator has been running, move to
particular operation that may be hazardous if fresh air IMMEDIATELY. See a doctor, as
performed incorrectly or carelessly. Observe you could have carbon monoxide poison-
them carefully. Alert definitions are as follows: ing.
DANGER DANGER
Asphyxiation. The exhaust system must be properly
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, maintained. Do not alter or modify the exhaust system
will result in death or serious injury. as to render it unsafe or make it noncompliant with
local codes and/or standards. Failure to do so will
result in death or serious injury.
(000001) (000179b)
DANGER WARNING
CAUTION
Electrocution. Turn utility and emergency Equipment damage. Do not attempt to start or operate
power supplies to OFF before connecting power a unit in need of repair or scheduled maintenance.
source and load lines. Failure to do so will result Doing so could result in serious injury, death, or
in death or serious injury. equipment failure or damage.
(000116) (000291)
WARNING
Equipment and property damage. Do not alter
construction of, installation, or block ventilation for
generator. Failure to do so could result in unsafe
operation or damage to the generator.
(000146)
WARNING
Asphyxiation. Always use a battery operated carbon
monoxide alarm indoors and installed according to 000406
the manufacturer’s instructions. Failure to do so
could result in death or serious injury. • For safety reasons, it is recommended that
(000178a)
the maintenance of this equipment be per-
formed by an IASD. Inspect the generator
WARNING regularly, and contact the nearest IASD for
Equipment and property damage. Do not operate unit on
parts needing repair or replacement.
uneven surfaces, or areas of excessive moisture, dirt, dust
or corrosive vapors. Doing so could result in death, serious
injury, property and equipment damage.
(000250)
Exhaust and Location Hazards
DANGER
WARNING Asphyxiation. Running engines produce carbon
monoxide, a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas.
Moving Parts. Keep clothing, hair, and appendages Carbon monoxide, if not avoided,
away from moving parts. Failure to do so could will result in death or serious injury. (000103)
result in death or serious injury.
(000111)
DANGER
Asphyxiation. The exhaust system must be properly
WARNING maintained. Do not alter or modify the exhaust system
Hot Surfaces. When operting machine, do not as to render it unsafe or make it noncompliant with
local codes and/or standards. Failure to do so will
touch hot surfaces. Keep machine away from result in death or serious injury.
combustables during use. Hot surfaces (000179b)
could result in severe burns or fire. (000108)
WARNING
WARNING Equipment and property damage. Do not alter
construction of, installation, or block ventilation for
Personal injury. Do not insert any object through the generator. Failure to do so could result in unsafe
air cooling slots. Generator can start at any time and operation or damage to the generator.
could result in death, serious injury, and unit damage. (000146)
(000142a)
WARNING
WARNING Asphyxiation. Always use a battery operated carbon
Risk of injury. Do not operate or service this machine monoxide alarm indoors and installed according to
if not fully alert. Fatigue can impair the ability to the manufacturer’s instructions. Failure to do so
service this equipment and could result in death or could result in death or serious injury.
(000178a)
serious injury.
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14
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Product Specifications
Generator Specifications
Rated Power 15.1 / 17.5 kW**
Surge Power 22.5 / 26.25 KVA
Rated AC Voltage 120/240
Rated AC Load
Current @ 240V 62.9 / 72.9 Amps**
Current @ 120V 125.8 / 145.8 Amps**
Rated Frequency 60 Hz @ 3600 RPM
Phase Single Phase
** Operating Temperature Range: -18 deg. C (0 deg. F) to 40 Deg. C (104 Deg. F). When operated
above 25 deg. C (77 deg. F) there may be a decrease in power.
** Maximum wattage and current are subject to, and limited by, such factors as fuel Btu content, ambi-
ent temperature, altitude, engine condition, etc.. Maximum power decreases about 3.5% for each
1,000 feet above sea level; and will also decrease about 1% for each 6° C (10° F) above 16° C (60°
F) ambient temperature.
Engine Specifications
Displacement 992 cc
Spark Plug Type Champion RC14YC or Equivalent
Spark Plug Part No. 0E7585A
Spark Plug Gap 0.040 inch or (1.016 mm)
Gasoline Capacity 60.5 L (16 U.S. gallons)
Oil Type See Chart in the Add Engine Oil Section
Oil Capacity
With filter change 1.6 L (1.7 qt.)
Without filter change 1.3 L (1.4 qt.)
Run Time at 50% Load 10 Hours
* Go to www.generac.com or contact an IASD for replacement parts.
0000.0 000203
000204
Accessories
Item Qty.
Main Unit 1
Owner’s Manual 1
Liter Oil SAE 30 2
Handle (A) 1
000923 Never-flat Wheel (B) 2
Frame Foot Assembly (C) 1
Figure 2-8. 120 Volt DC, 10 Amp Receptacle
Axle (D) 1
120/240 VAC, 50 Amp receptacle Axle Bracket Assembly (E) 2
Use a NEMA 14-50 plug with this receptacle. Spark Plug 2
Connect a 4-wire cord set rated for 250 Volts
AC at 50 Amps to plug Figure 2-9. Spark Plug Wrench 1
Use this receptacle to operate 120/240 Volt Air Filter 1
AC, 60 Hz electrical loads requiring up to
12,000 watts (12.0 kW) of power. This recep- Oil Filter 1
tacle is protected by a 50 Amp 2-pole circuit Pre-cleaner 1
breaker.
Battery Charge Cable 1
Product Registration Card 3
Call Generac Customer Service at 1-888- The battery shipped with the generator has
GENERAC (1-888-436-3722) for any assem- been provided fully charged. Caution must be
bly issues or concerns. Please have model taken when connecting battery.
and serial number available. NOTE: A battery may lose some of it’s charge
when not in use for prolonged periods of time.
The following tools are required to install the Two 7/16” box wrenches are needed to con-
accessory kit. nect battery cables.
• Needle nose pliers
1. Cut tie wrap cable holding the RED and
• 9/16” and 1/2” socket and ratchet BLACK battery cables to the stator.
• 1/2” wrench 2. See Figure 2-11. Connect RED battery
NOTE: The wheels are not intended for over- cable (A) to battery Positive terminal (+).
the-road use. Make sure connection is tight and slip rub-
See Figure 2-10. ber boot over terminal.
Install wheels as follows: 3. Connect BLACK battery cable (B) to bat-
tery Negative terminal (–). Make sure con-
1. Slide axle (D) through the flat washer (L) nection is tight.
spacer (G), wheel (B), and axle bracket
assembly (E) on frame. 4. Install battery post cover (included). See
Figure 2-11.
2. Insert cotter pin (F) through axle (D). Bend
tabs (of cotter pins) outward to lock into
place.
3. Install locking flange nut (H).
Install frame foot assembly as follows:
1. Slide hex head bolts (J) through holes in
frame rail.
2. Slide frame foot (C) onto hex head bolts
(J). Install locking flange nut (H).
3. Slide capscrew (M) through frame foot
assembly (C). Install lock washer (K), flat
washer (L) and locking flange nut (H).
003482
003640
10W-30
Synthetic 5W-30
000399
DANGER
003653 Explosion and Fire. Do not overfill fuel tank. Fill to
1/2 inch from top of tank to allow for fuel expansion.
Figure 2-13. Safe Operating Range Overfilling may cause fuel to spill onto engine causing
fire or explosion, which will result in death or
4. Clean area around oil fill. Remove oil fill serious injury. (000166b)
cap. See Figure 2-14.
Fuel requirements are as follows:
• Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.
• Minimum rating of 87 octane/87 AKI (91
RON).
• Up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) is acceptable
(where available; non-ethanol-premium fuel
is recommended).
A B
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DANGER
Asphyxiation. The exhaust system must be properly
maintained. Do not alter or modify the exhaust system
as to render it unsafe or make it noncompliant with
local codes and/or standards. Failure to do so will
result in death or serious injury.
(000179b)
WARNING
Asphyxiation. Always use a battery operated carbon 000928
monoxide alarm indoors and installed according to
the manufacturer’s instructions. Failure to do so Figure 3-1.Grounding the Generator
could result in death or serious injury.
(000178a)
Special Requirements
WARNING Review all Federal or State Occupational
Risk of fire. Do not use generator without
Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reg-
spark arrestor installed. Failure to do so ulations, local codes, or ordinances that apply
could result in death or serious injury. to the intended use of the generator.
(000118a) Consult a qualified electrician, electrical
inspector, or the local agency having jurisdic-
WARNING tion:
Risk of Fire. Hot surfaces could ignite • In some areas, generators are required to
combustibles, resulting in fire. Fire could be registered with local utility companies.
result in death or serious injury. • If the generator is used at a construction
(000110) site, there may be additional regulations
which must be observed.
WARNING
Hot Surfaces. When operating machine, do not Connecting the Generator to a
touch hot surfaces. Keep machine away from
combustibles during use. Hot surfaces could
Building Electrical System
result in severe burns or fire.
(000108) When connecting directly to a building electri-
cal system, it is recommended that a manual
transfer switch be used. Connections for a
CAUTION portable generator to a building electrical sys-
Equipment and property damage. Disconnect electrical tem must be made by a qualified electrician
loads prior to starting or stopping unit. Failure to do so and in strict compliance with all national and
could result in equipment and property damage. local electrical codes and laws.
(000136)
*Air Conditioner (12,000 Btu) 1700 *Submersible Pump (1-1/2 HP) 2800
*Air Conditioner (24,000 Btu) 3800 *Submersible Pump (1 HP) 2000
*Air Conditioner (40,000 Btu) 6000 *Submersible Pump (1/2 HP) 1500
*Clothes Dryer (Gas) 700 * Allow 3 times the listed watts for starting these
devices.
*Clothes Washer 1150
Coffee Maker 1750 Transporting/Tipping of the Unit
*Compressor (1 HP) 2000 Do not operate, store or transport the unit at
*Compressor (3/4 HP) 1800 an angle greater than 15 degrees.
*Compressor (1/2 HP) 1400
Curling Iron 700
*Dehumidifier 650
Disc Sander (9") 1200
1. Unplug all electrical loads from the unit's 1. Shut off all loads and unplug electrical
receptacles before starting the engine. loads from generator panel receptacles.
2. Place generator on a level surface. 2. Turn Off idle control switch.
3. Open the fuel shut-off valve. See Figure 3- 3. Let engine run at no-load for several min-
2. utes to stabilize internal temperatures of
engine and generator.
4. Move Start/Run/Stop switch to Stop.
5. Close fuel valve.
NOTE: Under normal conditions, close fuel
valve and allow generator to run carburetor
bowl out of fuel. For emergencies, switch to
Stop.
WARNING
Risk of burn. Do not open or mutilate batteries.
Batteries contain electrolyte solution which can
cause burns and blindness. If electrolyte contacts
skin or eyes, flush with water and seek immediate
medical attention. (000163a)
WARNING
Risk of burns. Batteries contain sulfuric acid and
can cause severe chemical burns. Wear protective
gear when working with batteries. Failure to do
so could result in death or serious injury.
(000138a)
CAUTION
Equipment damage. Do not make battery
connections in reverse. Doing so will result
in equipment damage.
(000167a)
WARNING
Accidental start-up. Disconnect spark plug wires when
000399 working on unit. Failure to do so could result in death
or serious injury.
(000141)
Inspect Engine Oil Level When using generator under extreme, dirty,
dusty conditions, or in extremely hot weather,
WARNING change oil more frequently.
Risk of burns. Allow engine to cool before NOTE: Don’t pollute. Conserve resources.
draining oil or coolant. Failure to do so could Return used oil to collection centers.
result in death or serious injury.
(000139)
Change oil while engine is still warm from run-
ning, as follows:
Inspect engine oil level prior to each use, and 1. Place generator on a level surface.
after every 8 hours of operation. 2. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the
1. Place generator on a level surface. spark plug and place the wire where it
2. Remove dipstick and wipe clean. See Fig- cannot contact spark plug.
ure 4-1. 3. Clean area around oil fill, and oil drain
plug.
4. Remove oil fill cap.
5. Remove oil drain plug and drain oil com-
pletely into a suitable container.
6. Install oil drain plug and tighten securely.
7. Coat gasket of new filter with clean engine
oil and install.
8. Slowly pour oil into oil fill opening until oil
level is between L and H marks on dip-
stick. DO NOT overfill.
9. Install dipstick and oil fill cap, and hand-
tighten.
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10. Wipe up any spilled oil.
Figure 4-1. Remove Dipstick 11. Properly dispose of oil in accordance with
all applicable regulations.
3. Insert dipstick and remove again to check
oil level. Oil level is checked with dipstick
fully installed. See Figure 4-2. Air Filter
Engine will not run properly and may be dam-
aged if run with a dirty air filter. Service air fil-
ter more frequently in dirty or dusty conditions.
To service air filter:
1. Turn knobs (A) and remove air filter cover
(B). See Figure 4-3.
2. Remove wing nut (C) and filter (D). Gently
tap filter on a solid surface. Replace if nec-
essary.
3. Clean air filter cover before installation.
003653
NOTE: To order a new air filter, contact the
Figure 4-2. Safe Operating Range nearest authorized service center at 1-888-
4. Clean area around oil fill. Remove oil fill 436-3722.
cap.
5. Add recommended engine oil as neces-
sary.
6. Remove dipstick and verify oil level is
within safe operating range.
B B A
C
D 003482
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Figure 4-5. Battery Connection
Figure 4-3. Air Filter Assembly
3. Install new battery. Install hold down
bracket and tighten.
Service Spark Plug 4. Connect positive (+) battery terminal (A)
FIRST. Slide rubber boot over connection
To service spark plug: hardware.
1. Clean area around spark plug. 5. Connect negative (-) battery terminal (B)
2. Remove and inspect spark plug. SECOND.
3. Inspect electrode gap with wire feeler 6. Slide rubber boot over connection hard-
gauge and reset spark plug gap to 0.04 in ware.
(1.01 mm). See Figure 4-4.
Inspect Muffler and Spark
Arrester
NOTE: It is a violation of California Public
Resource Code, Section 4442, to use or oper-
ate the engine on any forest-covered, brush-
covered, or grass-covered land unless the
exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester, as defined in Section 4442, main-
tained in effective working order. Other states
000211 or federal jurisdictions may have similar laws.
Figure 4-4. Spark Plug Contact original equipment manufacturer,
NOTE: Replace spark plug if electrodes are retailer, or dealer to obtain a spark arrester
pitted, burned or porcelain is cracked. Use designed for exhaust system installed on this
ONLY recommended replacement plug. See engine.
Specifications. NOTE: Use ONLY original equipment replace-
4. Install spark plug finger tight, and tighten ment parts.
an additional 3/8 to 1/2 turn using spark Inspect muffler for cracks, corrosion, or other
plug wrench. damage. Remove spark arrester, if equipped,
inspect for damage or carbon blockage.
Battery Replacement (if Replace parts or clear carbon from screen as
required.
applicable)
NOTE: The battery shipped with the generator
has been fully charged. A battery may lose Inspect Spark Arrester Screen
some charge when not in use for prolonged
periods of time. WARNING
Hot Surfaces. When operating machine, do not
touch hot surfaces. Keep machine away from
WARNING combustibles during use. Hot surfaces could
Accidental Start-up. Disconnect the negative battery result in severe burns or fire.
(000108)
cable, then the positive battery cable when working
on unit. Failure to do so could result in death
or serious injury. 1. See Figure 4-6. Remove screw (A) and
(000130) retaining bracket (B).
See Figure 4-5. 2. Remove screen (C) and replace if torn,
perforated or otherwise damaged. If
1. Disconnect negative (-) battery terminal screen is not damaged, clean with com-
FIRST (B). mercial solvent.
DANGER
Explosion and Fire. Fuel and vapors are extremely
flammable and explosive. Store fuel in a well
ventilated area. Keep fire and spark away. Failure
to do so will result in death or serious injury.
(000143)
WARNING
Risk of Fire. Verify machine has properly
cooled before installing cover and storing
machine. Hot surfaces could result in fire.
(000109)
Engine will not crank. 1. 10 Amp fuse has melted open. 1. Replace fuse.
2. Battery weak or dead. 2. Charge or replace battery.
Engine will not start; or 1. Fuel shut-off is OFF. 1. Turn fuel shut-off ON.
starts and runs rough. 2. Dirty air filter. 2. Clean or replace air filter.
3. Out of fuel. 3. Fill fuel tank.
4. Stale fuel. 4. Drain fuel tank and fill with
5. Spark plug wire not connected fresh fuel.
to spark plug. 5. Connect wire to spark plug.
6. Bad spark plug. 6. Replace spark plug.
7. Water in fuel. 7. Drain fuel tank; fill with fresh
8. Overchoking. fuel.
9. Low oil level. 8. Set choke to no choke posi-
10. Excessive rich fuel mixture. tion.
11. Intake valve stuck open or 9. Fill crankcase to correct level.
closed. 10. Contact IASD.
12. Engine lost compression. 11. Contact IASD.
12. Contact IASD.
Engine lacks power. 1. Load is too high. 1. Reduce load (see Know Gen-
2. Dirty air filter. erator Limits).
3. Engine needs to be serviced. 2. Clean or replace air filter.
3. Contact IASD.
Engine surges or 1. Choke is opened too soon. 1. Set choke to halfway position
stumbles. 2. Carburetor is running too rich until engine runs smoothly.
or too lean. 2. Contact IASD.
000915
MODELO: __________________________
SERIE: ____________________________
FECHA DE COMPRA: ________________
ADVERTENCIA
Fallecimiento. Este producto no se ha diseñado
para que se utilice en aplicaciones de apoyo
vital crítico. En caso de hacerlo, podría
provocar la muerte o lesiones graves.
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GUARDE
GUARDE ESTE
ESTE MANUAL
MANUAL PARA REFERENCIA
PARA REFERENCIA EN
EN EL FUTURO
Índice de contenidos
Sección 1 Introducción y Conozca los límites del
seguridad ....................................... 1 generador ......................................13
Introducción .................................... 1 Transporte/inclinación de
Normas de seguridad ...................... 1 la unidad ........................................14
Símbolos de seguridad y Arranque de motores con
significado ....................................... 1 arranque eléctrico ..........................14
Peligros derivados de las Control de ralentí automático ........15
emisiones de escape y la Funcionamiento en condiciones
ubicación ......................................... 2 de frío/Descongelador ...................15
Peligros eléctricos ........................... 3 Sistema de cierre por nivel
Peligros de incendio ........................ 3 bajo de aceite ................................15
Índice de normas ............................. 4 Uso del cargador de la batería
de 12 VCC .....................................15
Sección 2 Información
general y configuración ................ 5 Sección 4 Mantenimiento y
Conozca su generador .................... 6 solución de problemas ...............16
Emisiones ........................................ 6 Mantenimiento ...............................16
Contador de horas .......................... 7 Programa de mantenimiento .........16
Enchufes de conexión ..................... 7 Mantenimiento preventivo .............16
Toma de corriente de Mantenimiento del motor ...............16
120/240 VCA, 50 amperios ............. 8 Sustitución de la batería
Interruptor de control de ralentí ....... 8 (si procede) ....................................18
Retiro del contenido de la caja ........ 9 Inspección del silenciador y
Armado ........................................... 9 del dispositivo antichispas .............18
Conexión del cable de la batería ... 10 Holgura de la válvula .....................19
Añadir aceite de motor .................. 10 Almacenamiento ............................19
Combustible .................................. 11 Resolución de problemas ..............20
ADVERTENCIA
PRODUCE CÁNCER Y
DAÑOS REPRODUCTIVOS
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. (000393a)
Sección 1 Introducción y seguridad
Introducción
PELIGRO
Lea este manual cuidadosamente Indica una situación peligrosa que, si no se evita,
ocasionará la muerte o lesiones graves.
ADVERTENCIA (000001)
Consulte el manual. Lea y comprenda completamente
el manual antes de usar el producto. No comprender
completamente el manual puede provocar la muerte
o lesiones graves. ADVERTENCIA
(000100a) Indica una situación peligrosa que, si no se evita,
podría ocasionar la muerte o lesiones graves.
Si no comprende alguna sección de este
manual, llame a su IASD (Independent
(000002)
Authorized Service Dealer, concesionario
independiente de servicio autorizado) más
cercano o al Servicio al Cliente de Generac al PRECAUCIÓN
1-888-436-3722 (1-888-GENERAC), o visite
Indica una situación riesgosa que, si no se evita,
www.generac.com para conocer los puede producir lesiones leves o moderadads.
procedimientos de arranque, operación y
mantenimiento. El propietario es responsable (000003)
del mantenimiento adecuado y uso seguro de
la unidad.
GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES para NOTA: Las notas incluyen información
referencia futura. Este manual contiene adicional importante para un procedimiento y
instrucciones importantes que se deben se incluyen en el texto normal de este manual.
seguir durante la instalación, operación y Estos avisos de seguridad no pueden eliminar
mantenimiento de la unidad y sus los peligros que indican. Para evitar
componentes. Siempre entregue este manual accidentes, es importante el sentido común y
a cualquier persona que vaya a usar esta el seguimiento estricto de las instrucciones
unidad. especiales cuando se realice la acción o la
La información que aparece en este manual operación de mantenimiento.
es precisa y está basada en productos
fabricados en el momento en el que se editó Símbolos de seguridad y
esta publicación. El fabricante se reserva el
derecho de hacer las actualizaciones significado
técnicas, las correcciones y las revisiones de
los productos que considere necesarias sin ¡PELIGRO!
previo aviso. Usar un generador en interiores LO PUEDE MATAR EN
MINUTOS.
Normas de seguridad
Los gases de escape del generador contienen monóxido
de carbono. Este es un veneno que no se puede ver u oler.
ADVERTENCIA
PELIGRO
Daños al equipo. No intente poner en marcha u operar una
Electrocución. Si no se evita el contacto del unidad que necesita reparación o mantenimiento programado.
agua con una fuente de alimentación, Hacerlo podría producir lesiones graves, la muerte o fallos
ocasionará la muerte o lesiones graves. o daños del equipo.
(000291)
(000104)
PELIGRO
Electrocución. APAGUE el suministro de
alimentación de emergencia y de la red eléctrica
antes de conectar la fuente de alimentación y las
líneas de carga. En caso de no hacerlo, podría
provocar la muerte o lesiones graves.
(000116)
ADVERTENCIA
Daños a los equipos y la propiedad. No altere la
construcción, instalación, o bloquee la ventilación 000406
para el generador. No hacer esto puede provocar el
funcionamiento inseguro o dañar el generador. • Por razones de seguridad, se recomienda
(000146) que el mantenimiento de este equipo sea
efectuado por un IASD. Revise el
ADVERTENCIA generador periódicamente y contacte con
Asfixia. En interiores, utilice siempre una alarma de
el servicio técnico más cercano para
monóxido de carbano alimentada por pilas e instalada conocer qué piezas deben repararse o
de acuerdo con las instrucciones de los fabricantes. En sustituirse.
caso de no hacerlo, podría provocarse la muerte o
lesiones graves.
(000178a)
Peligros derivados de las
ADVERTENCIA
emisiones de escape y
Daños a los equipos y a la propiedad. No use la unidad la ubicación
sobre superficies desparejas, o en zonas con exceso de
humedad, suciedad, polvo, o vapores corrosivos. Hacerlo
puede ocasionar la muerte, lesiones graves y daños al PELIGRO
equipo. (000250) Asfixia. Los motores funcionando producen
monóxido de carbono, un gas incoloro, inodoro, y
venenoso. El monóxido de carbono, si no se evita,
ocasionará la muerte o lesiones graves.
ADVERTENCIA (000103)
Piezas en movimiento. Mantenga la ropa, cabello,
y extremidades alejados de las piezas en
movimiento. No hacerlo puede ocasionar la PELIGRO
muerte o lesiones graves.
(000111) Asfixia. El sistema de escape debe mantenerse
adecuadamente. No altere ni modifique el sistema
de escape ya que podría hacer que su funcionamiento
sea inseguro o que no cumpla con los códigos
y/o normativas locales. En caso de hacerlo, podría
ADVERTENCIA provocarse la muerte o lesiones graves. (000179b)
Superfcies calientes. Al usar la máquina, no toque
las superfcies calientes. Mantenga la máquina
alejada de los combusibles durante el uso. Las
superfcies calientes pueden ocasionar quemaduras ADVERTENCIA
graves o incendio. (000108) Daños a los equipos y la propiedad. No altere la
construcción, instalación, o bloquee la ventilación
para el generador. No hacer esto puede provocar el
funcionamiento inseguro o dañar el generador.
ADVERTENCIA
(000146)
Lesiones personales. No inserte objetos a través de las
ranuras de enfriamiento de aire. El generador puede arrancar
en cualquier momento y provocar la muerte, lesiones graves
y daños en la unidad. ADVERTENCIA
(000142a) Asfixia. En interiores, utilice siempre una alarma de
monóxido de carbano alimentada por pilas e instalada
de acuerdo con las instrucciones de los fabricantes. En
ADVERTENCIA caso de no hacerlo, podría provocarse la muerte o
lesiones graves.
Riesgo de lesión. No opere ni realice tareas de reparación (000178a)
en esta máquina si no está completamente alerta. La fatiga
puede desvirtuar la capacidad para proporcionar servicio a
este equipo y puede ocasionar la muerte o lesiones graves.
(000215)
Índice de normas
1. Asociación nacional de protección contra
incendios (NFPA, por sus siglas en inglés)
70: El CÓDIGO ELÉCTRICO NACIONAL
(NEC por sus siglas en inglés) disponible
en www.nfpa.org
2. Asociación nacional de protección contra
incendios (NFPA, por sus siglas en
inglés) 5000: CÓDIGO DE SEGURIDAD
Y CONSTRUCCIÓN DE EDIFICIOS
disponible en www.nfpa.org
3. Código de Construcción Internacional
disponible en www.iccsafe.org
4. Manual de Cableado Agrícola disponible en
www.rerc.org, Rural Electricity Resource
Council P.O. Box 309 Wilmington, OH
45177-0309
5. ASAE EP-364.2 Instalación y
mantenimiento de energía eléctrica de
emergencia en granjas disponible en
www.asabe.org, Sociedad Americana de
Ingenieros Agrícolas y Biológicos,
2950 Niles Road, St. Joseph, MI 49085
Esta lista no incluye todas las normas
aplicables. Consulte con la autoridad que
tenga jurisdicción (AHJ, por sus siglas en
inglés) si existe cualquier código local o
normativa que pueda ser de aplicación en
su jurisdicción.
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Enchufes de conexión
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Toma de corriente doble, 120 VCA,
Figura 2-5. Toma de corriente doble GFCI de
20 amperios 120 VCA, 20 amperios NEMA 5-20R
La toma de 120 voltios está protegida contra
sobrecarga con un disyuntor de 20 amperios Toma de corriente de 120/240 VCA,
que se pulsa para reiniciarse. Consulte la 30 amperios
Figura 2-4. Cada toma alimentará cargas
eléctricas de 120 VCA, monofásicas, de Utilice un enchufe NEMA L14-30 con esta toma
60 Hz que requieran una corriente de de corriente (girar para bloquear/desbloquear).
2400 vatios (2.4 kW) o 20 amperios. Utilice Conecte un cable de 4 conductores con
solo cables de 3 conductores con conexión a conexión a tierra al enchufe y a la carga
tierra, de alta calidad y bien aislados con una deseada. La capacidad nominal del cable
capacidad nominal de 125 voltios con debería ser de 250 VCA con 30 amperios (o
20 amperios (o superior). superior). Consulte la Figura 2-6.
Utilice esta toma de corriente para cargas
monofásicas de 120 VCA, 60 Hz, que
requieran un máximo de 3.600 vatios (3.6 kW)
de potencia con 30 A o cargas monofásicas de
240 VCA, 60 Hz, que requieran un máximo de
7.200 vatios (7.2 kW) de potencia con 30 A. La
toma está protegida con dos pulsadores de
30 amperios para reiniciar el disyuntor.
Figura 2-6. Toma de corriente de 120/240 VCA, Figura 2-8. Toma de corriente de 120 voltios
30 amperios NEMA L14-30R CC y 10 amperios
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2. Consulte la Figura 2-11. Conecte el cable Figura 2-13. Rango de funcionamiento seguro
ROJO de la batería (A) al terminal positivo 4. Limpie la zona alrededor de la abertura de
de la batería (+). Asegúrese que la llenado de aceite. Quite el tapón de
conexión está bien apretada y coloque la llenado de aceite. Consulte la Figura 2-14.
funda de goma en el terminal.
3. Conecte el cable NEGRO de la batería (B)
al terminal negativo de la batería (–).
Asegúrese de que la conexión está bien
apretada.
4. Instale la cubierta del borne de la batería
(se incluye). Consulte la Figura 2-11.
B A
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A B
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ADVERTENCIA
Asfixia. En interiores, utilice siempre una alarma de
monóxido de carbano alimentada por pilas e instalada
de acuerdo con las instrucciones de los fabricantes. En
caso de no hacerlo, podría provocarse la muerte o
lesiones graves.
(000178a)
ADVERTENCIA
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Riesgo de incendio. No use el generador sin
el supresor de chispas. No hacerlo puede Figura 3-1.Conexión a tierra del generador
ocasionar la muerte o lesiones graves.
(000118a)
Requisitos especiales
ADVERTENCIA Revise todos los decretos, códigos locales o
Riesgo de incendio. Las superficies calientes
normativas de la Administración de Seguridad
pueden encender combustibles, produciendo un y Salud Ocupacional estatales o federales
incendio. El incendio puede ocasionar la muerte (OSHA) que se apliquen al uso previsto del
o lesiones graves.
(000110)
generador.
Consulte con un electricista cualificado, un
ADVERTENCIA
inspector de electricidad, o con la agencia
local que tenga jurisdicción:
Superfcies calientes. Al usar la máquina, no toque
las superfcies calientes. Mantenga la máquina • En algunas zonas, los generadores deben
alejada de los combusibles durante el uso. Las registrarse con las compañías locales de
superfcies calientes pueden ocasionar quemaduras
graves o incendio. suministro eléctrico.
(000108)
• Si el generador se utiliza en una obra, es
posible que existan regulaciones
adicionales que deban cumplirse.
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Figura 3-3.Posición de cebado
Filtro de aire
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A B A
B
C
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ADVERTENCIA ADVERTENCIA
Riesgo de incendio. Verifque que la máquina se Pérdida de la visión. Es obligatorio llevar protección
haya enfriado apropiadamente antes de instalar una ocular para evitar las salpicaduras procedentes de la
cubierta y almacenar la máquina. Las superfcies cavidad de la bujía al girar el motor. De lo contrario,
calientes pueden ocasionar un incendio. se puede provocar la pérdida de la visión.
(000109) (000181)
Resolución de problemas
PROBLEMA CAUSA CORRECCIÓN
El motor funciona, 1. El disyuntor está ABIERTO. 1. Restablezca el disyuntor.
pero la salida de CA 2. Conexión deficiente o cable 2. Revise y repare.
no está disponible. defectuoso. 3. Conecte otro dispositivo que esté
3. El dispositivo conectado en buen estado.
está averiado. 4. Póngase en contacto con un
4. Falla en el generador. IASD.
5. La toma de corriente GFCI 5. Corrija el circuito de tierra y pulse
está ABIERTA (si hubiera). el botón de reinicio en la toma de
corriente GFCI (si hubiera).