Simplicity 01448-0 User manual

Brand: Simplicity

Model: 01448-0

Category: Power generators

Type: User manual

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Model No. 1448–0 (6,000 Watt Mobile Backup Power System) Manual No. B5828 Revision 1 (8/21/2000)

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6000WATT

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EQUIPMENT

DESCRIPTION

This generator is a gaseous-fueled, engine driven, revolving

field, alternating current (AC) air-cooled generator. It is

designed to supply electrical power to the Generac Power

Transfer System in the event of a utility power outage. It

may also be used as a stand-alone generator for operating

compatible electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor

loads. This manual contains information for a generator

that operates 120 and/or 240 Volt AC, single phase, 60 Hz

devices that require up to 6,000 watts (6.0 kW) of power

that pull up to 50 Amps at 120 Volts or 25 Amps at

240 Volts.

CAUTION! Do Not exceed the generator’s

wattage/amperage capacity. Review “Don’t Overload

the Generator” on page 11.

The 6,000 watt Mobile Backup Power System has the

following features:

• Three large pneumatic wheels for easy movement

• 120/240 Volt, 30 Amp locking receptacle

• Two 120 Volt, 20 Amp receptacles

• Low Oil Shutdown: Automatically shuts down the engine

if oil drops below safe operating pressure.

• Highly reliable, safe, and convenient natural gas/propane

quick disconnect fittings

• The generator’s revolving field is driven at about

3600 rpm by a Generac Power Systems electric start

Natural Gas/LP engine.

• Load Manager™ Power Transfer System

DANGER!

Do Not tamper with engine governed

speed. High operating speeds are dangerous and

increase risk of personal injury or damage to

equipment. The generator supplies correct rated

frequency and voltage only when running at proper

governed speed. Incorrect frequency and/or voltage

can damage some connected electrical loads.

Operating at excessively low speeds imposes a

heavy load. When adequate engine power is not

available engine life may be shortened.

SAFETY RULES

This generator was designed and manufactured for specific

applications. Do Not attempt to modify the unit or use it

for any application it was not designed for. If you have any

questions about your generator’s application, ask your

dealer or consult the factory.

The manufacturer could not possibly anticipate every

circumstance that might involve a hazard. For that reason

warnings in the manual and warnings on tags or decals

affixed to the unit are not all–inclusive. If you intend to

handle, operate or service the unit by a procedure or

method not specifically recommended by the manufacturer,

first make sure that such a procedure or method will not

render this equipment unsafe or pose a threat to you and

others.

Read this manual carefully and become familiar

with your generator set. Know its applications, its

limitations and any hazards involved.

DANGER! Generator exhaust gases contain

DEADLY carbon monoxide gas. If breathed

in sufficient concentrations, carbon monoxide

can cause unconsciousness or death. Operate

this equipment outdoors where adequate

ventilation is available.

DANGER! You must isolate the generator from

the electric utility with the supplied manual Power

Transfer System when this unit is used for backup

power. Failure to isolate the generator from

the power utility may result in injury or

death to electric utility workers and damage

to the generator due to a backfeed of electrical

energy. Whenever unit is providing backup power,

the electric utility must be notified.

The Emission Control System for this system is warranted

for standards set by the Environmental Protection Agency.

For warranty information, refer to the engine owner’s

manual.

The engine exhaust from this product contains

chemicals known to the State of California to

cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive

harm.

WARNING:

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• The generator produces a very powerful voltage that can

cause serious injury or death by electrocution. Never

touch bare wires or receptacles. Never permit a child

or any unqualified person to operate the generator.

• Never handle any kind of electrical cord or device while

standing in water, while barefoot or while hands or feet

are wet.

• Use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) in any damp

or highly conductive area (such as metal decking or steel

work).

• Never use worn, bare, frayed or otherwise damaged

electrical cords with the generator.

• Natural Gas and Liquefied Petroleum is highly

FLAMMABLE and EXPLOSIVE. Never allow

smoking, open flames, sparks or heat in the

vicinity while handling these fuels. Comply with all

laws regulating storage and handling of gaseous fuels.

• The unit requires an adequate flow of cooling air for its

continued proper operation. Never operate the unit

inside any room or enclosure where the free flow of

cooling air into and out of the unit might be obstructed.

Allow at least 2 feet of clearance on all sides of

generator or you could damage the unit.

• Never start or stop the unit with electrical loads

connected to receptacles AND with the connected

devices turned ON. Start the engine and let it stabilize

before connecting any electrical loads. Disconnect all

electrical loads before shutting down the generator.

• Do Not insert any object through the unit’s cooling slots

or damage to you or the unit could occur.

• Never operate the generator:

in rain; in any enclosed compartment; when connected

electrical devices overheat; if electrical output is lost; if

engine or generator sparks; if flame or smoke is

observed while unit is running; if unit vibrates excessively.

GROUNDING THE

GENERATOR

The National Electrical Code requires that the frame and

external electrically conductive parts of this generator be

properly connected to an approved earth ground. Local

electrical codes may also require proper grounding of the

unit. Whenever the unit is connected to the system’s

properly installed power inlet box, the generator is

automatically connected to the building’s grounding system.

IMPORTANT: When operating the unit as a stand-alone

generator, the unit should

be connected to a grounding

rod.

Properly grounding the generator helps prevent electrical

shock if a ground fault condition exists in the generator or

in connected electrical devices. Proper grounding also helps

dissipate static electricity, which often builds up in

ungrounded devices.

A GROUNDING WING NUT is provided (Figure 1) to

make the grounding attachment.

Connecting a No. 12 AWG (American Wire Gauge)

stranded copper wire to the grounding wing nut and to an

earth–driven copper or brass grounding rod (electrode)

provides adequate protection against electrical shock.

CAUTION! Do Not connect the unit to a

grounding rod at the same time it is connected to

the building’s power inlet box.

Grounding

Wing Nut

Figure 1 — Grounding Wing Nut

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120 Volt AC, 20 Amp Receptacle — May be used to

supply electrical power for the operation of 120 Volt AC,

20 Amp, single phase, 60 Hz electrical lighting, appliance,

tool and motor loads.

120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle —

May be used to supply electrical power directly to the

Power Transfer System or for the operation of 120 and/or

240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, single phase, 60 Hz electrical

lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads.

Air Cleaner — Limits the amount of dirt and dust drawn

into the engine.

Circuit Breaker (AC) — The 20 Amp receptacle is

provided with a "push to reset" circuit breaker to protect

the generator against electrical overload.

DC Float Charger Jack — Plug the battery float charger

into this jack and into a building wall outlet to provide a

trickle charge during storage.

Engine STOP-RUN-START Switch - Used to start the

engine. Set switch to "STOP" to turn off engine.

Fuel Quick-Connect Fitting - Connect the unit to the

gaseous fuel supply to this convenient connector.

Grounding Wing Nut — (Not shown, see page 3)

Hour Meter — The hour meter records the total

number of hours the generator has been running and is

used to schedule maintenance tasks.

Light — The light is ON whenever the engine start switch

is in the “RUN” position. It provides light to help connect

the generator to the power inlet box safely.

Main Circuit Breaker — Used to disconnect power

from the unit’s 30 Amp receptacle.

Spark Arrestor Muffler — Exhaust muffler lowers

engine noise and is equipped with a spark arrester screen.

KNOW YOUR GENERATOR

Read this owner’s manual and safety rules before operating your generator.

Compare the illustrations with your generator to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and

adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

120 Volt AC, 20 Amp

Receptacle

120/240 Volt AC,

30 Amp Receptacle

Light

Main Circuit Breaker

Air Cleaner

Spark Arrestor

Muffler

Hour Meter

Fuel Quick-

Connect Fitting

DC Float

Charger Jack

20 Amp Circuit

Breaker

Engine STOP-RUN-

START Switch

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INSTALL WHEEL KIT

NOTE: Wheel kit is not for over-the-road use.

To install the wheel kit you need the following tools:

• Socket wrench with 1/2" or 13mm sockets

• Phillips head screwdriver

Install wheel kit as follows: (See Figure 2)

• Place the generator on a hard flat surface. Place

temporary blocks beneath the cradle.

• Slide the long axle through the cradle brackets and add

one spacer on each protruding end of the axle.

• Slide a wheel on each end of the axle and secure it with

a washer and a retaining pin.

NOTE: Make sure wheel air inflation valve is outward.

• Slide the handle release pin lanyard loop onto the pivot

assembly as shown and press on end caps.

• Assemble and attach the front wheel assembly to the

cradle using hardware shown.

• Remove the temporary blocks.

• Attach three spring clips to the generator using pre-

threaded self drilling screws and recess bumpers at

locations shown.

• Attach the handle onto the front wheel assembly using

the handle release pin or affix the handle to the side of

the generator using the spring clips.

• Check that all fasteners are secure.

Lanyard loop

Item Description

1 ASSEMBLY, Wheel 4 x 12 Dia.

2 ASSEMBLY, Wheel 4 x 12 Hub

Ext.

3 AXLE, 5/8" Zinc Plate 679 mm

4 AXLE, 5/8" Zinc Plate 150 mm

5 ASSEMBLY, Handle Hitch

6 WELDMENT, Fork Pivot

7 ASSEMBLY, Pivot

8 GRIP, Handle

9 PIN, Handle Release

Item Description

10 SPACER, Wheel

11 WASHER, 5/8" Flat

12 PIN, Quick Release 1/4"

13 WASHER, Grommet Retainer

14 NUT, Locking M8 - 1.25

15 HHCS, M8 - 1.25 x 70

16 CAP PLUG, 1 Sq. x 16 Ga Tube

17 CLIP, Spring

18 SELF DRILLER, #10 - 16 x 3/4"

19 BUMPER, Recess

Figure 2 — Assemble Wheel Kit

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INSTALLING NEGATIVE

BATTERY CABLE

For shipping purposes, the negative battery cable is not

connected to the battery.

Install the battery cable as follows:

• Locate the battery (see Figure 3).

• Connect the black battery cable to the negative (–)

terminal on battery using the supplied fasteners.

CONTENTS

Included with your system are the following items:

• Main unit

• 2 Bottles of engine break-in oil

• Wheel/Handle kit

• Battery float charger

• Engine and generator owner’s manuals

• Female fuel quick connect fitting and dust cap

• Flashlight

• Additional carton(s) containing Power Transfer Switch

components

Operational Note

IMPORTANT: The other components of this Beacon

Mobile Backup Power System, namely the Power Transfer

System and the building’s gaseous fuel lines, must be

installed by trained and authorized (licensed) installers. The

building owner/occupant will be responsible for wheeling

the generator to its operating location, making the fuel and

electrical connections, then starting the generator.

This manual describes only the generator setup and

operation. Refer to the engine owner’s manual for

questions regarding the engine. Refer to the Installation

Manual (Generac part number B5843) and the Power

Transfer System owner’s manual (Generac part number

B4628) for additional installation and operational details.

NOTE: This generator is supplied from the factory set up

and calibrated for Natural Gas. If it is necessary to switch

the fuel to liquefied petroleum (LP) gas, refer to

“Reconfiguring Fuel System”, beginning on page 12.

Figure 3 — Connect Negative Cable to Battery

RED wire from

STOP-RUN-

START switch

BLACK wire

from engine

mount

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BEFORE STARTING THE

ENGINE

Add Oil

WARNING! Any attempt to crank or start the

engine before it has been properly filled with oil

may result in an engine failure.

• Place generator on a level surface.

• Follow Oil Fill procedure described in the engine owner’s

manual using the supplied oil.

CAUTION! The generator’s engine must be

‘broken-in’, as described in the engine owner’s

manual. The unit is supplied with an organic break-

in oil. You MUST replace the break-in oil after the

break-in process with synthetic API SJ SAE 5W-

30 oil and use only synthetic oil thereafter.

Fuel Considerations

It is recommend that fuels used with this system have a Btu

content of at least 1,000 Btus per cubic foot for natural

gas; or at least 2,520 Btus per cubic foot for LP gas. Ask

your fuel supplier for the Btu content of your fuel.

The approximate amount of fuel the unit consumes at

100% rated load is shown below. Actual fuel consumption

may vary depending on the Btu content of the fuel, applied

load, ambient conditions, engine conditions, etc.

Natural gas . . . . . . . . . . . 106 cu.ft. per hour

LP gas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39.3 cu. ft. per hour

OPERATING THE

GENERATOR

CAUTION! Never start or stop the engine with

electrical loads connected to the receptacles AND

with the Main circuit breaker turned ON.

DANGER! Breathing Hazard! Never run engine

indoors or in enclosed poorly ventilated areas.

Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an

odorless and deadly gas.

WARNING! Burn Hazard! Temperature of

muffler and nearby areas may exceed 150°F (65°C).

Do Not touch these areas.

• When you want to use the generator, disconnect the DC

Float Charger from the unit and from the wall socket.

Store the DC Float Charger in a convenient location.

• Rotate the unit’s STOP-RUN-START switch to the RUN

position. This will provide illumination for safely moving

and connecting the unit to the fuel and power inlet box

connectors.

NOTE: The control panel light is ON whenever the unit’s

STOP-RUN-START switch is in the RUN position. This will

alert the operator that the fuel shutoff valve is also open

and that the battery is being drained. Always have the

STOP-RUN-START switch in the STOP position whenever

the unit is not being used or the battery will be depleted.

• Position the unit at its prepared location. The wheels

may need to be blocked to avoid movement.

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Connect to Fuel Supply

DANGER! NEVER light a cigarette or smoke

when connecting or disconnecting the fuel lines.

• Wipe off the free end of the flexible fuel hose with a

clean rag. Disengage the quick connect dust cap.

• Wipe off the building’s fuel quick connect fitting.

Disengage the quick connect dust cap.

• Pull back the sleeve on the quick-connect fitting

(Figure 4) and insert the hose fitting into it.

• Making sure the hose fitting is fully inserted, move the

sleeve so that the hose is locked into the fitting’s socket.

• Test the connection with a short tug on the hose. The

hose should remain connected to the quick connect

fitting.

Starting the Engine

• Always disconnect all electrical loads from unit before

starting the engine.

• Open the fuel shut–off valve on the building by rotating it

90° clockwise. A typical fuel bib is shown in Figure 5.

Your installation may differ.

• In order to purge the fuel hose of air and to avoid

damaging the engine’s starter, it is necessary to ‘cycle’ the

engine start, as follows:

1. Rotate and hold the engine STOP-RUN-START

switch in the START position for ten seconds.

2. Release the STOP-RUN-START switch (which

returns to the RUN position) and wait for ten

seconds.

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 until the engine starts.

NOTE: It may take five or more ‘start cycles’ to ensure an

adequate fuel flow, depending on ambient temperature,

humidity, and other conditions.

• As soon as the engine starts, release engine STOP-RUN-

START switch. It should return to the RUN position and

the engine should continue to run.

NOTE: If the engine fails to start or run, check for proper

oil level in crankcase. The unit is equipped with a low oil

shutdown system. See engine owner’s manual for

information regarding the low oil shutdown system. Also

check to see if another fuel line shutoff is present inside

the building.

Figure 5 — Typical Fuel Bib Assembly

Dust Cap

For Installer Use

Quick Connect

Fitting

Fuel Shut-Off

Valve

Push sleeve to

lock fitting

Socket

Sleeve

Hose Fitting

Figure 4 — Fuel Quick Connect Fitting

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Connecting Electrical Loads

• Let engine stabilize and warm up for 3 to 5 minutes after

starting.

• Connect the unit to the power inlet box, following the

connection instructions given in the Transfer Box

owner’s manual. Or plug in and turn on the desired

120 and/or 240 Volt AC, single phase, 60 Hertz electrical

loads.

• Do Not connect 240 Volt loads to the 120 Volt

receptacles.

• Do Not connect 3-phase loads to the generator.

• Do Not connect 50 Hz loads to the generator.

• DO NOT OVERLOAD THE GENERATOR. When

not used with the Power Transfer System, the total

electrical load should not be greater than the rated

wattage/amperage capacity of the generator. See “Don’t

Overload the Generator” on page 11.

Stopping the Engine

• Disconnect all electrical loads from generator panel

receptacles. Never start or stop engine with electrical

devices plugged in and turned on.

• Let engine run at no–load for two minutes to stabilize

the unit’s internal temperatures.

• Rotate engine STOP-RUN-START switch to STOP

position. The control panel light should extinguish.

NOTE: Always have the STOP-RUN-START switch in the

STOP position whenever the unit is not being used or the

battery will be depleted.

• Rotate the fuel bib shut–off valve 90° counter-clockwise

to close the valve.

• Disconnect fuel hose from quick-connect fitting, cover

the fuel hose fitting with its dust cap, and store the hose

on the unit’s hose wrap.

• Re-engage the dust cap onto the building’s quick connect

fitting.

• Move the unit to its storage location. Connect the DC

Float Charger to the control panel connector and to a

convenient 120 Volt AC wall socket.

NOTE: When connected, the DC Float Charger provides

a trickle charge to the unit’s battery so that plenty of

starting power is available to start the unit. If the unit is

not going to be used for an extended period, please review

“Storage” on page 14.

CONTROL PANEL

120 Volt AC, 20 Amp Receptacles

Each receptacle socket (Figure 6) is protected against

overload by a 20 Amp, push–to–reset circuit breaker.

Use each socket to operate 120 Volt AC, single phase, 60

Hz electrical loads requiring up to 2,400 watts (2.4 kW) at

20 Amps of current. Use cord sets that are rated for

125 Volt AC loads at 20 Amps (or greater).

Figure 6 — 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp Receptacle

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Light

A light is provided on the control panel to assist

connecting the unit to fuel and to the power inlet box at

night. The light is ON whenever the engine STOP-RUN-

START switch is in the RUN position. This serves to alert

the operator that even though the unit’s engine may not be

running, the unit’s electrical fuel solenoid is open and the

battery is being depleted.

120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking

Receptacle

Use a NEMA L14–30 plug with this receptacle. Connect a

4–wire cord set rated for 250 Volt AC loads at 30 Amps

(Figure 7). You can use the same 4–wire cord for a

120 Volt load.

This receptacle powers 120/240 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single

phase loads requiring up to 3,600 watts of power at

30 Amps for 120 Volts; 6,000 watts of power (6.0 kW) at

25 Amps for 240 Volts. The outlet is protected by a

double-pole 30 Amp Main circuit breaker.

Use this receptacle to connect the unit to the power inlet

box with the supplied power cable, as described in the

Power Transfer System owner’s manual.

DC Float Charger Jack

Use this jack with the provided battery charger to keep the

generator battery charged and ready for use:

• Plug battery charger into a building 120 Volt AC wall

socket and the unit’s “12V DC Float Charger” jack.

• Unplug the charger completely when generator is in

operation.

Hour Meter

The hour meter operates whenever the unit’s engine runs.

Use the hour meter to plan service tasks described in the

engine owner’s manual.

Figure 7 — 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle

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DON’T OVERLOAD THE

GENERATOR

NOTE: Refer to this section ONLY when you are

using the generator independent of the Power

Transfer System.

Refer to the Power Transfer System owner’s manual when

operating the unit connected to the power inlet box.

There you will find the Power Transfer System installation

plan. The managed circuits should all be clearly marked on

the power distribution panels. Ask your system installer to

review load management techniques with you.

Overloading a generator in excess of its rated wattage

capacity can result in damage to the generator and/or

connected electrical devices. Observe the following to

prevent overloading the unit:

• Add up the total wattage of all electrical devices to be

connected at one time. This total should NOT be

greater than the generator’s wattage capacity.

• The rated wattage of lights can be taken from wattage

listed on the light bulbs. The rated wattage of tools,

appliances and motors can usually be found on a data

plate or decal affixed to the device. Use Figure 8 as a

general reference.

• If the appliance, tool or motor does not give wattage,

multiply 120 Volts times ampere rating to determine

watts (volts x amps = watts).

• Some electric motors, such as induction types, require

about three times more watts of power for starting than

for running. This surge of power lasts for only a few

seconds when starting such motors. Be sure you allow

for this high starting wattage when selecting electrical

devices to connect to your generator. First figure the

watts needed to start the largest motor. Add to that

figure the running watts of all other connected loads.

Recreational/Home Uses

Tool/Appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Watts

AM/FM clock radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Light bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Fan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200

20” color TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400

*Deep freezer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 500

Personal computer and 15” monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800

*1/3 hp furnace fan blower. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800

Microwave oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800

*18 cu ft refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800

Sump pump. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1000

Electric skillet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1250

*½ hp water well pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1400

*12,000 Btu window air conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1400

Space heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1800

Electric water heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4000

Professional/Contractor Uses

Tool/Appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Watts

*1/3 hp airless sprayer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 600

3/8” hammer drill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 600

Variable speed Sawzall®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 960

½” power drill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1000

Quartz-halogen work light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1000

Belt sander . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1200

7 ¼” circular saw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1500

7 ¼” worm drive saw. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1600

*1½ hp air compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1800

*10” power miter saw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1800

6” bench grinder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1800

*6” table planer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1800

*10” table/radial arm saw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2000

Wire feed welder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2400

*=allow 3 times listed watts for starting surge

Figure 8 — Wattage Reference Guide

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RECONFIGURING THE

FUEL SYSTEM

The unit is supplied from the factory calibrated for and

ready to run on Natural Gas. If it is necessary to switch to

liquefied petroleum (LP) gas fuel, perform the following:

LP Gas Setup

1. Locate the fuel load block. It is mounted directly on

top of the secondary pressure regulator inside the

unit. Note that the load block openings are identified

with raised 'NG' and 'LP' letters, as shown in Figure 9.

2. Remove the carburetor fuel hose from the brass

barbed fitting. Do Not move or adjust the Natural

Gas Adjustment Knob.

3. Remove the barbed fitting and the pipe plug from the

fuel load block.

4. Apply pipe dope to the plug and install it into the fuel

load block opening labeled 'NG'.

5. Apply pipe dope to the barbed fitting and install it into

the fuel load block opening labeled 'LP'.

6. Refit the hose to the barbed fitting.

7. Connect and turn on the gas supply to the unit.

Thoroughly test for and repair any gas leaks.

LP gas conversion is now complete. Figure 9 also depicts

LP fuel supply connections to the fuel load block.

Natural Gas Setup

If a unit has been run with LP gas and it becomes necessary

to re-convert it to Natural Gas, perform the following:

1. Locate the fuel load block. It is mounted directly on

top of the secondary pressure regulator inside the

unit. Note that the load block openings are identified

with raised 'NG' and 'LP' letters, as shown in

Figure 10.

2. Remove the carburetor fuel hose from the brass

barbed fitting.

3. Remove the barbed fitting and the pipe plug from the

fuel load block.

4. Apply pipe dope to the plug and install it into the fuel

load block opening labeled 'LP'.

5. Apply pipe dope to the barbed fitting and install it into

the fuel load block opening labeled 'NG'.

6. Refit the hose to the barbed fitting. The properly-

configured Natural Gas configuration is shown in

Figure 10.

7. Connect and turn on the gas supply to the unit.

Thoroughly test for and repair any gas leaks.

8. Perform the procedure described in “Adjusting the

Load Block”.

Figure 9 — Fuel Load Block, LP Gas Configuration

Figure 10 — Fuel Load Block, Natural Gas Configuration

Pipe Plug

Hose to

Carburetor

Hose to

Carburetor

Natural Gas

Adjustment

Knob

(not moved)

Slotted

Natural Gas

Adjustment

Knob

Generac Portable Products 6,000 Watt Mobile Backup Power System

Adjusting the Load Block

The fuel load block is adjusted to compensate for the

varying combustion properties found in our national natural

gas distribution system, as follows:

1. Connect an AC frequency meter across the 240 Volt

AC output of the unit. Make sure the unit's Main

circuit breaker is ON and the unit is connected to the

building’s power inlet box.

2. Apply a full 6,000 watt load to the unit through the

Power Transfer System.

3. Observe the frequency meter as you gently turn the

slotted knob on the fuel load block clockwise and note

that the AC frequency changes.

4. Adjust the slotted knob clockwise or counterclockwise

until the AC frequency is at its peak value, typically

58 to 59 Hz.

5. Remove the frequency meter and turn the unit's Main

circuit breaker OFF.

6. Let the unit run at idle for a few minutes, then turn it

OFF.

Natural Gas re-conversion is now complete.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

RECOMMENDATIONS

The Owner/Operator is responsible for making sure that

all periodic maintenance tasks are completed on a timely

basis; that all discrepancies are corrected; and that the unit

is kept clean and properly stored. Never operate a

damaged or defective generator.

Engine Maintenance

See engine owner’s manual for instructions.

Power Transfer System Maintenance

Refer to the Power Transfer System owner’s manual for

maintenance instructions.

Generator Maintenance

Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit clean

and dry. Operate and store the unit in a clean dry

environment where it will not be exposed to excessive

dust, dirt, moisture or any corrosive vapors. Cooling air

slots in the generator must not become clogged with snow,

leaves or any other foreign material.

Generac Portable Products 6,000 Watt Mobile Backup Power System

NOTE: Do Not use a garden hose to clean generator.

Water can enter engine fuel system and cause problems. In

addition, if water enters generator through cooling air

slots, some of the water will be retained in voids and

cracks of the rotor and stator winding insulation. Water

and dirt buildup on the generator internal windings will

eventually decrease the insulation resistance of these

windings.

To Clean the Generator

• Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.

• A soft bristle brush may be used to loosen caked on dirt

or oil.

• A vacuum cleaner may be used to pick up loose dirt and

debris.

• Low pressure air (not to exceed 25 psi) may be used to

blow away dirt. Inspect cooling air slots and opening on

generator. These openings must be kept clean and

unobstructed.

STORAGE

To ensure the unit is ready to run after a utility power

failure, the generator should be started at least once every

seven days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If this

cannot be done and you must store the unit for more than

30 days, use the following guidelines to prepare it for

storage.

Generator Storage

• Clean the generator as outlined in “To Clean the

Generator.”

• Check that cooling air slots and openings on the

generator are open and unobstructed.

• Plug the DC Float Charger into the DC Float Charger

jack on the control panel and into a convenient 120 Volt

AC building outlet. This will ensure that the starting

battery remains fully charged.

• For permanent storage (there is no intention to use the

generator for any reason), disconnect the negative

battery cable from the battery and Do Not connect the

DC Float Charger.

DANGER! Do Not place a storage cover over a

hot generator. Let the unit cool for a sufficient time

before placing the cover on the unit.

• Store generator in clean and dry area.

Engine Storage

See engine owner’s manual for instructions.

SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum Surge Watts . . . . . . . . . 7,500 watts

Continuous Wattage Capacity. . . . 6,000 watts

Power Factor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.0

Rated Maximum Continuous AC Load Current:

At 120 Volts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Amps

At 240 Volts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Amps

Rated Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Hertz

Minimum Fuel Btu Content:

Natural gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1000 Btus per foot

Liquefied Petroleum gas . . . . . 2520 Btus per foot

Generac Portable Products 6,000 Watt Mobile Backup Power System

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Cause Solution

Engine is running, but no AC

output is available.

Circuit breaker is open.

Poor connection or defective cord

set.

Connected device is bad.

Fault in generator.

Reset circuit breaker.

Check and repair.

Connect another device that is in

good condition.

Contact Generac service facility.

Engine runs good but bogs

down when loads are

connected.

Short circuit in a connected load.

Generator is overloaded.

Engine speed is too slow.

Shorted generator circuit.

Disconnect shorted electrical load.

See “Don’t Overload the

Generator” on page 10.

Contact Generac service facility.

Engine will not start; or starts

and runs rough.

Dirty air cleaner.

Spark plug wire not connected to

spark plug.

Bad spark plug.

Low oil level.

Intake valve stuck open or closed.

Engine has lost compression.

Battery dead.

Clean or replace air cleaner.

Connect wire to spark plug.

Replace spark plug.

Fill crankcase to proper level.

Contact Generac service facility.

Charge battery.

Engine shuts down during

operation.

Low oil level.

Fault in engine.

Fill crankcase to proper level.

Contact Generac service facility.

Engine lacks power.

Load is too high.

Dirty air filter.

Engine needs to be serviced.

See “Don’t Overload the

Generator” on page 10.

Replace air filter.

Contact Generac service facility.

Generac Portable Products 6,000 Watt Mobile Backup Power System

ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC

This schematic diagram depicts the generator unit ONLY. Refer to the Installation Manual (part number B5843) for the

system’s diagrams.

Generac Portable Products 6,000 Watt Mobile Backup Power System

WIRING DIAGRAM

This wiring diagram depicts the generator unit ONLY. Refer to the Installation Manual (part number B5843) for the

system’s diagrams.

Generac Portable Products 6,000 Watt Mobile Backup Power System

EXPLODED VIEW – MAIN UNIT

Generac Portable Products 6,000 Watt Mobile Backup Power System

Item Part # Qty Description

1 HB5772 1 CRADLE

2 H92531 1 SUPPORT, Engine

3 H92731 1 SUPPORT, Engine & Muffler

4 92247 1 HOUSING, Engine Adapter

5 92679G 1 ASSEMBLY, Rotor

6 94981G 1 ASSEMBLY, Stator

7 65791 1 BEARING

8 96796 1 WASHER, Grommet Retainer

9 22129 2 WASHER, Lock - M8

10 86307 4 HHMS, 5/16-24 x 3/4 SEMS

11 25254 1 HHCS, 5/16-24 x 10.625

12 92609 2 MOUNT, Vibration

13 82857 4 MOUNT, Vibration

14 40976 2 SCREW, M8 - 1.25 x 20

15 66476 2 CAPSCREW, M6 - 1.0 x 12mm

16 92532 1 BRACKET, Muffler

17 22142 2 SCREW, 5/16 - 18 x 3/4

18 A7433 1 MUFFLER

19 90239 1 GASKET, Muffler

20 81917 1 PIN, Roll 4mm x 10

21 B4773 1 SOLENOID, Gas Fuel

22 B4774 1 REGULATOR, Gas Fuel

23 B4838 1 BLOCK, Dual Fuel Load

24 B4769 1 CONTACTOR, Starter

25 66825C 1 CARRIER, Rear Bearing

26 74908 4 TAPTITE, M5-0.8 x 10

27 86308B 4 BOLT, Stator M6-1 x 165mm

28 65795 2 RECTIFIER, Battery Charge

29 66849C 1 TAPTITE, M5-0.8 x 30

30 67022 1 GROMMET, Rubber

31 84132 1 ASSEMBLY, Power Regulator

32 66386 1 ASSEMBLY, Brush Holder

33 66849 2 TAPTITE, M5-0.8 x 16

34 B4871 1 COVER, Bearing Carrier

35 22769 1 WASHER, Shakeproof Int. #10

36 86494 1 SCREW, M6-1.0 x 16 Wing

37 26307 1 ELBOW, 90° Street, 3/4"

38 26915 1 NIPPLE, 3/4" NP

39 26925 1 PLUG, 3/8" Pipe, Sq. Head

40 35467 1 NIPPLE, 3/8" NPT

41 B5121 1 BARB, 3/8" NPT Straight

42 51751 2 HHCS, M6 - 1.0 x 50

43 22473 1 WASHER, 1/4" - M6 Flat

44 22097 1 WASHER, 1/4" - M6 Lock

45 49813 2 NUT, Hex M6 - 1.0

46 B5769 1 ROOF, Generator

Item Part # Qty Description

47 B5164 6 PPHS, #10 - 16 x 3/4"

48 14353621 1 WIRE, Ground

49 26850 4 LW, EXT, Shakeproof M6

50 57593 1 MOUNT, Cable Tie

51 57824 1 CLAMP, Hose, #16

52 B2153 13 SELF DRILLER, 12 - 14 x 7/8"

53 67989 12 NUT, M8 Flange

54 56893 5 CRIMPTITE, 10-24 x 1/2

55 BB5803 1 SHIELD, Heat

56 BB5804 1 BRACKET, Heat Shield

57 39287 2 HHCS, M8 x 1.25 x 45"

58 100432 1 ASSEMBLY, Control Panel

59 NSP 1 ENGINE, 15 HP.

60 83083 1 SCREEN, Spark Arrest

61 45756 1 TAPTITE, M6 - 1.0 x 10

62 186202 1 CLAMP, Hose 1"

63 186013 1 ASSEMBLY, Hose

64 B5838 1 DECAL, Roof

65 186020 1 DECAL, Danger

66 186019 1 DECAL, Instructions, Start

67 B5837 2 DECAL, CPNL/Roof

68 B4986 1 DECAL, Ground

69 20566 1 DECAL, 1-800#

70 185995 1 TAG, Hang Instruction

71 77816 2 DECAL, Hot Muffler

72 100660 1 CONNECTOR, 1/2" Brass

73 19953621 1 BATTERY CABLE, Pos

74 52618 2 HHCS, M5 - 0.8 x 12

75 11353621 1 BATTERY CABLE, Neg

76 58443 4 CRIMPTITE, 1/4 - 20 X 5/8

77 HB4672 1 TRAY, Battery

78 96924 2 J-BOLT, M8

79 NSP 1 BATTERY

80 22145 2 WASHER, M8 Flat

81 45771 2 NUT, M8 Hex

82 H96925 1 BRACKET, Battery Tie-Down

83 23897 2 WASHER, M5 Flat

84 52856 2 NUT, M5 Hex, Flange

Items Not Illustrated:

72347 1 PLUG, Spark

73111 1 ELEMENT, Air Cleaner

B4177 1 CHARGER, Battery 12V

B5828 1 Generator Owner’s Manual

B4882 1 WRENCH, Spark Plug

186589 2 Oil, 28 oz.

PARTS LIST – MAIN UNIT

Generac Portable Products 6,000 Watt Mobile Backup Power System

EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST – WHEEL KIT

Item Part # Qty Description

1 89742 2 ASSEMBLY, Wheel 4 x 12 Dia.

2 B4905 1 ASSEMBLY, Wheel 4 x 12 Hub Ext.

3 93693 1 AXLE, 5/8" Zinc Plate 679

4 93693E 1 AXLE, 5/8" Zinc Plate 150

5 HB4122 1 ASSEMBLY, Handle Hitch

6 HB3375 1 WELDMENT, Fork Pivot

7 HB4115 1 ASSEMBLY, Pivot

8 B4134 1 GRIP, Handle

9 B4135 1 PIN, Handle Release

10 89635 2 SPACER, Wheel

11 22247 4 WASHER, 5/8" Flat

12 87005 4 PIN, Quick Release 1/4"

13 96796 4 WASHER, Grommet Retainer

14 52858 2 NUT, Locking M8 - 1.25

15 52203 2 HHCS, M8 - 1.25 x 70

16 46476 2 CAP PLUG, 1 Sq. x 16 Ga Tube

17 B2427 3 CLIP, Spring

18 B5164 3 SELF DRILLER, #10 - 16 x 3/4"

19 186569 3 BUMPER, Recess

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