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Owner’s Manual GP7500E Series Portable Generator 000365 Model Number Serial Number NOT INTENDED FOR USE IN CRITICAL LIFE SUPPORT APPLICATIONS. DEADLY EXHAUST FUMES! USE OUTSIDE, ONLY, FAR AWAY FROM WINDOWS, DOORS AND VENTS! SAVE THIS MANUAL. Provide this manual to any operator of the generator.
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WARNING California Proposition 65. Engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm. (000004) WARNING California Proposition 65. This product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.
Section 1 1.1 — Introduction 1.3 — Safety Rules Thank you for purchasing a Generac Power Systems Inc. Throughout this publication, and on tags and decals product. This unit has been designed to provide high-per- affixed to the generator, DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION...
Safety • Do not insert objects through unit’s cooling slots. • When working on this equipment, remain alert at all times. • Never work on the equipment when physically or mentally fatigued. • Never use the generator or any of its parts as a step.
Safety 1.6 — Electrical Hazards • Never fill fuel tank indoors. Comply with all laws regulating storage and handling of gasoline. • The generator produces dangerously high voltage Do not overfill the fuel tank. Always allow room for • when in operation. Avoid contact with bare wires, fuel expansion.
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General Information Section 2 2.1 — Unpacking 2.2.2 — Installing Wheels • Remove all packaging material. NOTE: The wheels are not intended for over-the-road use. • Remove separate accessory kit box. 1. Install the Wheels as follows (Figure 2-1): • Remove generator from carton. —...
NOTE: The battery shipped with the generator has been fully charged. The positive and negative cables are NOT connected and must be attached prior to operation. The NEGATIVE (black) (-) battery cable should: 1. Always be DISCONNECTED FIRST. 2. Always be CONNECTED LAST. Use two 8 mm wrenches to tighten battery hardware.
Operation Section 3 3.1 — Know The Generator Compare the generator to Figure 3-1. through Figure 3-2. to become familiarized with the locations of various con- trols and adjustments. Read the Owner’s Manual and Safety Rules before operating this generator. 1.
Keep extension cords as short as possible, preferably 3.2 — Hour Meter less than 15 feet long, to prevent voltage drop and possi- See Figure 3-5. The Hour Meter tracks hours of operation ble overheating of wires. for scheduled engine oil and air filter replacement, and displays the following alerts.
DANGER Asphyxiation. Running engines produce carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas. Carbon monoxide, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. (000103) Adequate, unobstructed flow of cooling and ventilating air is critical to correct generator operation. Do not alter the installation or per- mit even partial blockage of ventilation provi- sions, as this can seriously affect safe operation of the generator.
• If the appliance, tool or motor does not give watt- Microwave Oven ..... 700 to 1000 age, multiply volts times ampere rating to deter- *Milk Cooler .
Do not overfill fuel tank. Always leave room Any attempt to crank or start the engine for fuel expansion. If fuel tank is overfilled, before adding the recommended type and fuel can overflow onto a hot engine causing quantity of engine oil can result in engine FIRE or EXPLOSION.
3.7 — Starting Electric Start Engine DANGER Electrocution. Turn utility and emergency power supplies to OFF before connecting power source and load lines. Failure to do so will result in death or serious injury. (000116) 1. Unplug all electrical loads from the control panel receptacles before starting the engine.
Maintenance Section 4 4.1 — Maintenance Schedule 4.2 — Product Specifications The generator warranty does not cover damage due to operator abuse, negligence, or neglect. To receive full 4.2.1— Generator Specifications value from the warranty, the generator must be properly Rated.
Maintenance NOTE: When changing the engine oil, also clean the spark plug and check the gap. DIPSTICK / FILL OPENING NOTE: DO NOT use a garden hose to clean the gen- erator. Problems will occur if water enters the fuel system.
Maintenance 4.6 — Clean/Replace Air Filter The engine will not run properly and may be damaged if using a dirty air filter. Clean the air filter every 50 hours or annually Figure 4-3. Clean or replace more often if oper- ating under dusty conditions.
Maintenance 4.9 — Battery Replacement NOTE: Your generator can still be operated using the recoil starter. (if applicable) WARNING 4.10 — Check/Adjust Valve Clearance Accidental Start-up. Disconnect the negative battery IMPORTANT: If uncomfortable performing this procedure cable, then the positive battery cable when working or the proper tools are not available, take the generator on unit.
Maintenance Obtain valve clearance as follows: 4.11.2— Long Term Storage • Intake: 0.006 in. ± 0.0008 in. (0.15 ± 0.02mm) To prevent the formation of gum deposits, always empty the fuel system when storing for 30 days or longer. Alco- Exhaust: 0.008 in.
Maintenance Pull the recoil starter a couple times to lubricate the piston rings and cylinder bore. A fogging agent may be used instead of engine oil. Avoid spray from spark plug hole when cranking engine. Install spark plug, but do not install spark plug cable.
Troubleshooting Section 5 5.1 — Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine is running, but no AC Circuit breaker is open. Reset circuit breaker. output is available. Poor connection or defective cord set. Check and repair. Connected device is bad. Connect another device that is in good condition. Fault in generator.
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