Generac GP Serie Manuel D'entretien page 6

General Information
1.1 UNPACKING
• Remove all packaging material.
• Remove the generator from carton.
2.1 KNOW THE GENERATOR
Read the Owner's Manual and Safety Rules before operating
this generator.
Compare the generator to Figures 3 through 5 to become
familiarized with the locations of various controls and adjustments.
Save this manual for future reference.
1. 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacle – Supplies electrical
power for the operation of 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, single-phase,
60 Hz electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads.
2. Circuit Breaker (AC) – The receptacle is provided with a 15
Amp push-to-reset circuit breaker to protect the generator
against electrical overload.
3. Air Filter – Filters intake air as it is drawn into the engine.
4. Choke Knob – Used when starting a cold engine.
Figure 3 - Control Panel
Figure 4 - Generator Controls
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4
3
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5. Fuel Tank – Tank holds 4 U.S. gallons of fuel.
6. Grounding Lug – Ground the generator to an approved earth
ground here. See "Grounding the Generator" for details.
7. ON/OFF Switch – Controls the operation of the generator.
8. Muffler – Quiets the engine.
9. Gas Cap – Fuel fill location.
10. Fuel Gauge – Shows fuel level in tank.
11. Oil Check/Fill – Check and fill oil here.
12. Recoil Starter – Use to start engine manually.
13. Fuel Shut Off – Valve between fuel tank and carburetor.
14. Oil Drain Plug – Used to drain engine oil.
15. Spark Arrestor – Reduces fire hazard by containing sparks.
Figure 5 - Generator Controls
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2.2 CORD SETS AND CONNECTION PLUGS
2.2.1 120 VAC, 20 AMP, DUPLEX RECEPTACLE
This is a 120 Volt outlet protected against overload by a 15 Amp
push-to-reset circuit breaker (Figure 6). 20 Amps of current may
be drawn from each socket, however, total power drawn must be
kept within data plate ratings. Use only high quality, well insulated,
3-wire grounded cord sets rated for 125 Volts at 20 Amps (or
greater).
Figure 6 - 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacle
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