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ULTRA SOURCE
Portable Generator
Owner’s
Manual
� SAFETY
� ASSEMBLY
� OPERATION
� TROUBLESHOOTING
� ELECTRICAL DATA
� PARTS
� WARRANTY
COMMERCIAL � INDUSTRIAL � RESIDENTIAL
MODEL: 004583-0
17,500 Watt Portable Generator
and 60 amp manual transfer switch
AUTHORIZED DEALER SUPPORT:
with built-in load center
1-800-333-1322
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Table of Contents Residential Portable Generator System Introduction ..................................................................................... 1 Section 3 – Maintenance .............................................................13 Read this manual Thoroughly .......................................................1 3.1 Maintenance Schedule .........................................................13 Safety Rules ........................................................................
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We also strongly recommend instructing other users to properly INTRODUCTION start and operate the unit. This prepares them if they need to Thank you for purchasing this model by Generac Power Systems, Inc. operate the equipment in an emergency. This model is a compact, high performance, air-cooled, engine driven generator designed to supply electrical power to operate electrical loads where no utility power is available or in place of utility due to a power outage. Always disconnect spar
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 let it stabilize before connecting electrical Despite the sa
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Portable Generator System ELECTRICAL HAZARDS EXPLOSION HAZARDS � All generators covered by this manual produce dangerous electrical � Do not smoke around the generator. Wipe up any fuel or oil spills voltages and can cause fatal electrical shock. Utility power delivers immediately. Ensure that no combustible materials are left on or extremely high and dangerous voltages as does the generator near the generator, as FIRE or EXPLOSION may result. Keep the wh
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Section 1 – General Information 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 Generator � Remove staples along bottom of carton that fasten carton to pallet. Helpline at 1-800-333-1322. Open carton from top. � Remove all packaging material. 1.2.1 ASSEMBLING THE WHEEL KIT � Remove separate accessory box. The wheel ki
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Section 1 - General Information Portable Generator System Figure 2 - Handle Assembly Figure 3 - Battery Connections 1.2.3 BATTERY CONNECTION � The battery shipped with the generator has been provided fully Negative Positive charged. Caution must be taken when connecting the battery. NOTE: Cable Cable A battery may lose some of it’s charge when not in use for prolonged periods of time. � Cut the tie wrap cable holding the RED and BLACK battery cables to the stator. � Connect the RED battery
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Section 2 – Operation Portable Generator System Figure 5 - Generator Controls 2.1 KNOW THE GENERATOR Read the Owner’s Manual and Safety Rules before operating this 11 generator. 7 Compare the generator to Figures 4 through 6 to become familiarized with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Figure 4 - Control Panel 12 15 9. Winter/Summer Valve – See “Cold Weather Operation/De-icer” section. 10. Circuit Breakers (AC) – Each receptacle is prov
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Section 2 – Operation Portable Generator System Figure 8 - 120 VAC, 20 Amp GFCI Receptacle 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 20 Amp push-to-reset circuit breaker (Figure 7). Use each socket to power 120 Volt AC, single phase, 60 Hz electrical loads requiring up to a combined 2400 watts (2.4 kW) or 20 Amps of current. Use only high quality, well-insulated, 3-wire grounded cord sets rated for
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Section 2 – Operation Portable Generator System Use this receptacle to operate 120 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single phase loads Figure 12 - 120/240 VAC, 50 Amp Receptacle requiring up to 3600 watts (3.6 kW) of power at 30 Amps. The outlet is protected by a 30 Amp push-to-reset circuit breaker. 2.2.4 120/240 VAC, 30 AMP RECEPTACLE Use a NEMA L14-30 plug with this receptacle. Connect a suitable 4- wire grounded cord set to the plug and to the desired load. The cord set should be rated for 250 Volts AC a
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Section 2 – Operation Portable Generator System Proper grounding of the generator will help prevent electrical 2.5 WATTAGE REFERENCE GUIDE shock in the event of a ground fault condition in the generator or in Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Running Watts connected electrical devices. Proper grounding also helps dissipate *Air Conditioner (12,000 Btu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1700 static electricity, whi
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Section 2 – Operation Portable Generator System 2.6.2 ADDING GASOLINE 2.6 BEFORE STARTING THE GENERATOR Prior to operating the generator, engine oil and gasoline will need to be added, as follows: Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never fill fuel tank when engine 2.6.1 ADDING ENGINE OIL is running or hot. DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke when filling the fuel tank. NOTE: When adding oil to the engine crankcase in the future, use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service class
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Section 2 – Operation Portable Generator System � Move engine CHOKE knob outward to “Full Choke” position 2.7 TO START THE ENGINE (Figure 17). Figure 17 - Full Choke Position Never start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged into the receptacles AND devices turned on. � Unplug all electrical loads from the unit's receptacles before starting the engine. � Make sure the unit is in a level position. � Open the fuel shut-off valve (Figure 15). Figure 15 - Fuel Shut-off Valve � To sta
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Section 2 – Operation Portable Generator System 2.9 AUTOMATIC IDLE CONTROL 2.12 CHARGING A BATTERY This feature is designed to greatly improve fuel economy. When DANGER this switch is turned “On,” the engine will only run at its normal fast governed engine speed when electrical load is connected. When Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas while the load is removed, the engine will run at a reduced speed of 2100 recharging. An explosive mixture will remain around the RPM. Wit
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Section 3 — Maintenance 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 Check Valve Clearance *** Service Air Cleaner ** Replace Spark Plugs ‡ Change oil after first 8 hours of operation then ever
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Section 3 — Maintenance Portable Generator System 3.3.3 ENGINE MAINTENANCE 3.3 GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty of the generator does not cover items that have been DANGER subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain the generator as instructed When working on the generator, always disconnect in this manual. negative cable from battery. Also disconnect spark plug Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
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Section 3 — Maintenance Portable Generator System To clean or replace foam pre-cleaner: 3.3.6 REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG � Remove air cleaner cover, then foam pre-filter. Use Champion RC14YC spark plug or equivalent. The correct air gap is 1.01 mm (0.040 in.) (Figure 18). Replace the plug once each year. � Wash pre-cleaner in soapy water. Squeeze pre-filter dry in clean This will help the engine start easier and run better. cloth (DO NOT TWIST). � Clean air cleaner cover before re-installing it
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Section 3 — Maintenance Portable Generator System NOTE: 3.6 ADJUSTING VALVE CLEARANCE The rocker arm jam nut must be held in place as the pivot ball After the first 50 hours of operation, check the valve clearance in stud is turned. the engine and adjust if necessary. When valve clearance is correct, hold the pivot ball stud in place with Important: If feeling uncomfortable about doing this procedure or the the allen wrench and tighten the rocker arm jam nut. Tighten the jam proper tools ar
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Section 3 — Maintenance Portable Generator System 3.8 LONG TERM STORAGE 3.9 OTHER STORAGE TIPS It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel � Do not store gasoline from one season to another. system parts such as the carburetor, fuel hose or tank during storage. � Replace the gasoline can if it starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in the Also, experience indicates that alcohol-blended fuels (called gasohol, gasoline will cause problems with the carburetor and fuel system
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Section 4 — Troubleshooting Portable Generator System 4.1 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine is running, but no AC 1. Circuit breaker is open. 1. Reset circuit breaker. output is available. 2. Poor connection or defective cord set. 2. Check and repair. 3. Connected device is bad. 3. Connect another device that is in good condition. 4. Fault in generator. 4. Contact Authorized Service Facility. Engine runs good but 1. Short circuit in a connected load. 1. Disconnect s
