Summary of Contents for Generac Power Systems 1338-1
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The Emission Control System for this generator is warranted for standards set by the Environmental Protection Agency. For warranty information refer to the Engine Owner's manual. Model No. 1338-1 (9,000 Watt AC Generator) Manual No. B5178 Revision 0 (8/25/1999) Visit our Generac website: www.generac-portables.com This is the safety alert symbol.
Every effort has been expended to make sure that the information in this manual is both accurate and current. However, Generac reserves the right to DANGER! You must isolate the generator change, alter or otherwise improve the product at any from the electric utility by opening the electrical time without prior notice.
Generac P ortable Products 9 ,000 WattGenerator • Thegenerator produces a verypowerful voltage that • Never operate the generator: cancauseserious injury or deathbyelectrocution. in rain; in any enclosed compartment; if connected Never t ouchbarewiresor receptacles. Neverpermit electrical devices overheat; if electrical output is a childor anyunqualified p erson to operate the lost;...
Generac Portable Products 9 ,000WattGenerator Yourgenerator requires someassembly a ndis ready ASSEMBLE WHEEL KIT for useafterit hasbeenproperly s erviced withthe recommended oilandfuel. IMPORTANT: This wheel kit is not intended for If youhaveanyproblems w iththeassembly ofyour over-the-road use. generator, please callthegenerator helpline at To install your wheel kit you need the following toot 1-800-270-1408.
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Generac P ortable Products 9 ,000 WattGenerator HANDLE Cap Screw, 45 mm LEG, Mounting Support MOUNT, FLAT WASHER Vibration AXLE ,,--WASHER, Lock WASHER Wheel _Cap Screw, 20 mm Screw, ;HER, 30 mm Wheel WHEEL PiN, Retaining CHECK BATTERY / ATTACH...
Generac Portable Products 9 ,000WattGenerator 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...
Generac P ortable Products 9 ,000 WattGenerator BEFORE STARTING THE • Clean area around fuel fill cap; remove cap. • Fill fuel tank with clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline. ENGINE Be careful not to overfill Allow 1/2" of tank space for fuel expansion (Figure 4).
Generac Portable Products 9 ,000WattGenerator Jl'*""'_ Fuel Tank Start • Pull the choke knob to close. If the engine is warm, or the ambient temperature is high, pull the choke IMPORTANT: Do not operate the electric starter handle half-way, or keep it fully open (Figure 6).
Generac P ortable Products 9 ,000 WattGenerator RECEPTACLES Stopping the Engine • Remove all electrical loads connected to generator This generator is equipped with the following panel receptacles. Never start or stop engine with receptacles: devices plugged in and turned on.
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Generac Portable Products 9 ,000WattGenerator 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp Locking 120 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle Receptacle Use a NEMA L5-20 plug with this receptacle. Use a NEMA L5-30 plug with this receptacle. Connect a 3-wire cord set rated for 125 Volts AC at Connect a 3-wire cord set rated for 125 Volts AC at 20 Amps to the plug (Figure 9).
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Generac P ortable Products 9 ,000 WattGenerator 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking 240 Volt AC, 50 Amp Receptacle Receptacle Use a NEMA 14-50 plug with this receptacle. Connect a 4-wire cord set rated for 250 Volts AC at Use a NEMA L14-30 plug with this receptacle.
Generac Portable Products 9 ,000WattGenerator DON'T OVERLOAD • If the appliance, tool or motor does not give wattage, multiply volts times ampere rating to GENERATOR determine watts (volts x amps = watts). • Some electric motors, such as induction types,...
Generac Portable Products 9 ,000WattGenerator GENERAL MAINTENANCE STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS RECOMMENDATIONS The generator should be started at least once every seven days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If The Owner/Operator is responsible for making sure this cannot be done and you must store the unit for...
Generac P ortable Products 9 ,000 WattGenerator TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Correction 1. Reset circuit breaker. Engine is running, but no 1. One of the circuit breakers is open. AC output is available. 2, Fault in generator. 2. Contact Generac service facility.
PORTABLE GENERATORS GENERAC PORTABLE PRODUCTS (hereafter referred to as the COMPANY) warrants to the original purchaser that all components originally equipped with the generator, excluding the engine, for its portable generator will be free from defects in materials or workmanship for the items and period set forth below from the date of original purchase.
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