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Owner’s Manual and
Installation Instructions
Air-cooled Recreational
Vehicle Generators
� Model: 02010-2
PRIMEPACT 50
� Model: 04164-3
PRIMEPACT 50LP
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The operator (driver) is responsible for proper and INTRODUCTION safe use of the vehicle and its equipment, and the Thank you for purchasing this model manufac- safety of all vehicle occupants. We strongly recom- tured by Generac Power Systems Inc. This model mend that the operator read this manual and thor- is designed and manufactured to supply electrical oughly understand all instructions before using this power for recreational vehicles. equipment. We also strongly recommend instructing
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Table of Contents Recreational Vehicle Generator Part I – Owner’s Manual Part II – Installation Instructions Safety Rules ......................................................................18 Introduction ........................................ Inside Front Cover Section 1 – General Information .................................20 Read This Manual Thoroughly ................................. IFC 1.1 Purpose and Scope of the Manual .......................20 Contents .........................
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Safety Rules Recreational Vehicle Generator SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – The manufacturer suggests that these rules for safe operation be copied and posted in potential hazard areas of the recreational vehicle. Safety should be stressed to all operators and potential operators of this equipment. � WARNING: GENERAL HAZARDS � The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state � For safety reasons, the manufacturer recommends of California to cause cancer, bir
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Safety Rules Recreational Vehicle Generator � Adequate, unobstructed flow of cooling and ven- WITH THE VICTIM. Use a nonconducting imple- tilating air is critical to correct generator opera- ment, such as a rope or board, to free the victim tion and is required to expel toxic fumes and fuel from the live conductor. If the victim is uncon- vapors from the generator compartment. Without scious, apply first aid and get immediate medical sufficient cooling airflow, the engine/generator help. quick
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Section 1 – General Information Recreational Vehicle Generator 1.1 GENERATOR IDENTIFICATION Please record the following information from the generator DATA DECAL or information decal. 1. Model Number _____________________ 2. Serial Number __________________ 3. kW Rating _________________________ 4. Rated Voltage __________________ Model: 02010-2 1. Generator Air Intake 2. Engine Start/Stop Switch 3. Fuse 4. Optional Remote Panel Receptacle (behind PRIMEPACT Every 8 hours Every 25 hours
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Section 1 – General Information Recreational Vehicle Generator 1.2 GENERATOR APPLICABILITY 1.4 GENERATOR AC These generators have been designed and manufac- CONNECTION SYSTEM tured for supplying electrical power for recreational This generator set is equipped with dual stator AC vehicles. Do not modify the generator or use it for power windings. These two-stator windings sup- any application other than for what it was designed. ply electrical power to customer electrical loads by If ther
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Section 1 – General Information Recreational Vehicle Generator 1.5.5 ENGINE Type of Engine ...................................GN-410, Single-cylinder Cooling Method ........................................................Air-cooled The manufacturer does not recommend using Rated Horsepower ........................................15 @ 4,200 rpm any gasoline containing alcohol (such as “gaso- Displacement .................................................................. 407cc hol”). If usin
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Section 2 – Operation Recreational Vehicle Generator NOTE: 2.1 GENERATOR CONTROL PANEL The following features are mounted on the generator If the generator has been reconnected for dual volt- control panel (Figure 2.1): age AC output (120/240 volts), install line break- ers having an amperage rating that is different than that stated in the "Generator AC Connection Figure 2.1 – Generator Control Panel System" section. The replacement line breakers consist of two separate breakers (one 20 am
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Section 2 – Operation Recreational Vehicle Generator 2.4.5 ENGINE EXHAUST GAS 2.4 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE NOTE: Before starting the generator engine, be sure there is no way for exhaust gases to enter the vehicle interior Instructions and information in this manual and endanger people or animals. Close windows, assume the generator has been properly installed, doors and other openings in the vehicle that, if open, connected, serviced, tested and adjusted by a might permit exhaust gas
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Section 2 – Operation Recreational Vehicle Generator NOTE: 2.8 SUMMER/WINTER HEAT If starting from the generator control panel, turn RISER SYSTEM OFF loads by setting the generator’s main circuit Under certain weather conditions, it is possible for breaker to the OFF (or OPEN) position. If starting ice to form in the venturi area of the carburetor. This from a remote panel, turn OFF loads using the condition can be very dangerous because it can pre- means provided in the vehicle (such
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Section 2 – Operation Recreational Vehicle Generator Figure 2.4 – Low Oil Pressure and 2.8.1 DO NOT OVERLOAD THE GENERATOR High Temperature Switches Read the rated wattage/amperage capacity of the gen- erator on the generator data decal (see "Generator Identification"). Applying electrical loads in excess of the unit’s rated capacity will cause the engine/generator to automati- cally shut down. To avoid overloading, add up the wattage of all con- nected electrical lighting, appliance, tool a
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Section 3 – Maintenance Recreational Vehicle Generator 2.9.4 OVERVOLTAGE PROTECTION 2.10.3 EFFECTS OF MOISTURE AND DIRT A solid-state voltage regulator (Figure 2.6) controls Keep the generator set as clean and dry as possible. the generator’s AC output voltage. This regulator sup- Protect the unit against excessive dust, dirt, corrosive plies an excitation current to the rotor. By regulating vapors, road splash, etc. Permitting dirt and mois- the rotor’s excitation current, the strength of i
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Section 3 – Maintenance Recreational Vehicle Generator 8. Remove the oil fill cap on the rocker cover 3.2 CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL and slowly add the proper type and amount AND/OR OIL FILTER of recommended oil (see section "Engine Oil � Change the engine oil after the first 25 hours of Requirements"). Periodically use the dipstick to operation. Thereafter, change the oil every 100 check the oil level and continue to fill the crank- operating hours. Change the oil more frequently if case un
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Section 3 – Maintenance Recreational Vehicle Generator 5. Wrap the foam precleaner in a clean cloth and Figure 3.3 – Cleaning Air Intake gently squeeze it dry. 6. Saturate the foam precleaner in clean engine oil. Gently squeeze it in a clean cloth to remove excess oil and to distribute oil (DO NOT TWIST). 7. Install the foam precleaner into the cover, fol- lowed by the paper filter. 8. Install the cover, foam precleaner and paper fil- ter. 9. Tighten the two screws to retain the filter in pl
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Section 3 – Maintenance Recreational Vehicle Generator 3.6 FUEL FILTER (GASOLINE ONLY) 3.8 CLEANING THE GENERATOR Remove and replace the fuel filter (Figure 3.5) once Keep the generator set as clean and dry as possible. each year or every 100 hours of operation, whichever Protect the unit against excessive dust, dirt, corrosive comes first. vapors, road splash, etc. Permitting dirt and mois- ture to accumulate on generator windings will have Figure 3.5 – Fuel Filter an adverse effect on the
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Section 3 – Maintenance Recreational Vehicle Generator 3.10 MAJOR SERVICE MANUAL DANGER To obtain a service manual for the generator, con- tact the nearest Authorized Service Dealer or, go to Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The bat- www.generac.com. Make sure to identify the MODEL tery is capable of exploding. Storage batteries NUMBER and SERIES. give off explosive hydrogen gas. This gas can form an explosive mixture around the battery for several hours after charging. The sli
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Section 3 – Maintenance Recreational Vehicle Generator 3.13.2 RETURN TO SERVICE To return the unit to service after storage, proceed as follows: 1. Check the tag on the engine for oil viscosity and classification. Verify that the correct recommend- ed oil is used in the engine (see the "Engine Oil Requirements" section). If necessary, drain and refill with the proper oil. 2. Check the state of the battery. Fill all cells of unsealed batteries to the proper level with dis- tilled water. DO
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PART II – INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DANGER ONLY QUALIFIED ELECTRICIANS OR CONTRACTORS SHOULD ATTEMPT INSTALLATION!
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Safety Rules Recreational Vehicle Generator DANGER: For fire safety, installation of a generator into a recreational vehicle must comply strictly with article 551, NFPA 70; ANSI C1-1975; AND, ANSI A119.2-1975/NFPA 501C “Standard for Recreational Vehicles” (Part 3, “Installation of Electrical Systems”). In addition, installation must comply with the manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations. NOTICE TO INSTALLER GENERAL HAZARDS These Installation Instructions have been published
