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ULTRA SOURCE
Portable Generator
Owner’s
Manual
• SAFETY
• ASSEMBLY
• OPERATION
• TROUBLESHOOTING
• ELECTRICAL DATA
• PARTS
COMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIAL • RESIDENTIAL
• WARRANTY
MODELS:
004451 (12,500 WATT)
004582 (15,000 WATT)
AUTHORIZED DEALER SUPPORT:
1-800-333-1322
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Table of Contents Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System Safety Rules ..............................................1-3 Section 3 – Maintenance............................14 3.1 Maintenance Schedule ................................................14 Section 1 – General Information ................4 3.2 Product Specifications ................................................14 1.1 Unpacking ....................................................................4 3.2.1 Generator S
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We strongly recommend that the operator read this INTRODUCTION Owner’s Manual and thoroughly understand all ® Thank you for purchasing this model of the GUARDIAN product instructions before using this equipment. We also line by Generac Power Systems, Inc. This model is a compact, strongly recommend instructing other users to high performance, air-cooled, engine driven generator designed properly start and operate the unit. This prepares to supply electrical power to operate electrical loads wh
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – The manufacturer suggests that these rules for safe operation be copied and posted near the unit's installation site. Safety should be stressed to all operators and potential operators of this equipment. • Never start or stop the unit with electrical loads connected to ------------- ------------- DANGER receptacles AND with connected devices turned ON. Start the engine and le
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System ELECTRICAL HAZARDS EXPLOSION HAZARDS • All generators covered by this manual produce dangerous • Do not smoke around the generator. Wipe up any fuel or oil electrical voltages and can cause fatal electrical shock. Utility spills immediately. Ensure that no combustible materials are power delivers extremely high and dangerous voltages as left on or near the generator, as FIRE or EXPLOSION may does
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Section 1 – General Information Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System 1.1 UNPACKING 1.2 ASSEMBLY • Set the palleted carton on a rigid flat surface. The generator requires some assembly prior to using it. If problems arise when assembling the generator, please call the • Remove staples along bottom of carton that fasten carton to Generator Helpline at 1-800-333-1322. pallet. Open carton from top. • Remove all packaging material. 1.2.1 ASSEMBLING THE WHEEL KIT • Remove sepa
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Section 2 – Operation Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System 1) 12 Volt DC, 10 Amp Receptacle – This receptacle OPERATION allows the capability to recharge a 12 volt DC storage battery with provided battery charge cables. 2.1 KNOW THE GENERATOR 2) 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacle – Supplies electrical power for the operation of 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Read the Owner’s Manual and Safety Rules before single-phase, 60 Hz electrical lighting, appliance, tool and operating t
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Section 2 – Operation Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System 14) Start/Run/Stop Switch – Controls the operation of the A GFCI receptacle does NOT protect against circuit overloads, generator. short circuits, or shocks. For example, electric shock can still occur if a person touches charged electrical wires while standing 15) Oil Fill – Use this point to add oil to engine. on a non-conducting surface, such as a wood floor. 16) Fuse - 10 Amp (Located at rear of panel)– Protect
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Section 2 – Operation Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System Figure 9 - 120 VAC, 30 Amp Receptacle 2.2.5 12 VOLT DC, 10 AMP RECEPTACLE This receptacle allows you to recharge a 12 Volt automotive or utility style storage battery with the battery charge cables provided. This receptacle can not recharge 6 Volt batteries and can not be used to crank an engine having a discharged battery. See the section "Charging a Battery" (page 13) before attempting to recharge a battery. Figu
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Section 2 – Operation Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System 2.3.2 CONNECTING ELECTRICAL LOADS 2.3 HOW TO USE THE GENERATOR DO NOT connect 240 Volt loads to 120 Volt receptacles. DO NOT connect 3-phase loads to the generator. DO NOT connect If you have any problems operating your generator, please call the 50 Hz loads to the generator. generator helpline at 1-800-333-1322. • Let engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes after starting. 2.3.1 GROUNDING THE GENERATOR • Pl
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Section 2 – Operation Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System 2.5 WATTAGE REFERENCE GUIDE Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Running Watts Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Running Watts *Air Conditioner (12,000 Btu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1700 Hedge Trimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .450 *Air Conditioner (24,000 Btu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3800 Impact Wrench . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Section 2 — Operation Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System 2.6.2 ADDING GASOLINE Figure 15 - Fuel Shut-off Valve ------------- ------------- WARNING WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot. DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke when filling the fuel tank. Caution: Do not overfill the fuel tank. Always leave room for fuel expansion. • Use regular UNLEADED gasoline with the generator engine. Do not use premium gasoline
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Section 2 — Operation Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System • Move engine CHOKE knob to “Full Choke” position. 2.9 AUTOMATIC IDLE CONTROL Figure 17 - Full Choke Position This feature is designed to greatly improve fuel economy. When this switch is turned “On,” the engine will only run at its normal fast governed engine speed when electrical load is connected. When the load is removed, the engine will run at a reduced speed of 2100 RPM. With the switch “Off,” the engine ru
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Section 2 — Operation Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System 2.12 CHARGING A BATTERY DANGER! Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas while recharging. An explosive mixture will remain around the battery for a long time after it has been charged. The slightest spark can ignite the hydrogen and cause an explosion. Such an explosion can shatter the battery and cause blindness or other serious injury. DANGER! Do not permit smoking, open flame, sparks or any other s
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Section 3 — Maintenance Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System 3.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Follow the calendar intervals. More frequent service is required when operating in adverse conditions noted below. Operation Maintenance Daily Every Season Every Season Every Season Check Oil Level ✓ Service Air Pre-Cleaner ✓** Change Oil and Oil Filter‡ ✓* Clean Spark Arrestor Screen ✓ Adjust Valve Clearance ✓ Service Air Cleaner ✓** Replace Spark Plugs ✓ ‡ Change oil after first 8 hours
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Section 3 — Maintenance Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System 3.3 GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS 3.3.3 ENGINE MAINTENANCE The warranty of the generator does not cover items that have DANGER! When working on the generator, always disconnect been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full negative cable from battery. Also disconnect spark plug wires value from the warranty, the operator must maintain the from spark plug and keep wire away from spark plug. generator a
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Section 3 — Maintenance Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System STORAGE 3.9 OTHER STORAGE TIPS: 3.7 GENERAL The generator should be started at least once every seven days • Do not store gasoline from one season to another. and be allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If this cannot be done • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and you must store the unit for more than 30 days, use the and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems with the following inf
