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Owner’s Manual
Air-cooled Recreational
Vehicle Generators
®
QUIETPACT 55, 65 and 75
� Models: 004702-0, 004703-0
004704-0, 004705-0
004706-0, & 004707-0
This manual should remain with the unit.
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The operator (driver) is responsible for proper and INTRODUCTION safe use of the vehicle and its equipment, and the safety of all vehicle occupants. We strongly recom- READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY mend that the operator read this manual and thor- If any portion of this manual is not understood, con- oughly understand all instructions before using this tact the nearest Authorized Service Dealer for start- equipment. We also strongly recommend instructing ing, operating and servicing procedure
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Table of Contents Recreational Vehicle Generators Part I — Operating Instructions Part II — Installation Instructions ..............17 Introduction ...................................... Inside Front Cover Safety Rules .................................................................... 18 Read This Manual Thoroughly ................................IFC Contents .................................................................IFC Section 5 — General Information ..............................20
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Safety Rules Recreational Vehicle Generators 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, birth
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Safety Rules Recreational Vehicle Generators � Before performing any maintenance on the gen- erator, disconnect its battery cables to prevent FIRE HAZARDS accidental start up. Disconnect the cable from the battery post indicated by a NEGATIVE, NEG or (–) � For fire safety, the generator must be installed first. Reconnect that cable last. and maintained properly. Installation always must � Never use the generator or any of its parts as a comply with applicable codes, standards, laws
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Section 1 – General Information Recreational Vehicle Generators 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 __________________ 5. Phase ______________________________ 6. Hertz __________________________ 16 4 2 5 10 STARTING, 8 DO NOT PRESS START BUTTON LONGER THEN 15 SECONDS PER ATTEMPT
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Section 1 – General Information Recreational Vehicle Generators 1.2 GENERATOR APPLICABILITY 1.3 INSTALLATION These generators have been designed and manufac- This Owner’s Manual has been prepared under the tured for supplying electrical power for recreational assumption that a competent, qualified technician vehicles. DO NOT modify the generator or use it for installed the generator into a recreational vehicle. We any application other than for what it was designed. also assume the installer
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Section 1 – General Information Recreational Vehicle Generators NOTE: Figure 1.1 – Connection for 120 Volts Only Using unleaded gasoline contributes to longer engine valve life by reducing lead and carbon deposits. The manufacturer does not recommend using any gasoline containing alcohol (such as “gaso- hol”). If using any gasoline containing alcohol, it must not contain more than 10 percent ethanol, and it must be removed from the generator dur- ing storage. Do NOT use any gasoline con
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Section 2 – Operation Recreational Vehicle Generators 1.6.3 GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS SERIES QP55G QP55LP QP65G QP65LP QP75G QP75LP Rotor RPM 3600 3600 3600 3600 3600 3600 Rotor Poles 2 2 2 2 2 2 Engine RPM 2200 2200 2571 2571 2571 2571 Rated Max. Continuous AC Output Watts* 5500 5500 6500 6500 7500 7500 Voltage* 120 120 120 120 120 120 Rated Max. Continuous Current Amps (240V) 45.8 (22.9) 45.8 (22.9) 54.1 (27.0) 54.1 (27.0) 62.5 (31.2) 62.5 (31.2) Phase 1 1 1 1 1 1 Frequency 60 Hertz 6
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Section 2 – Operation Recreational Vehicle Generators 2.2 OPTIONAL REMOTE 2.4 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE NOTE: START/STOP PANEL Instructions and information in this manual A remote mounted Start/Stop Panel (Figure 2.2) is assume the generator has been properly installed, available that allows starting and stopping the gen- connected, serviced, tested and adjusted by a erator engine conveniently from inside the vehicle. qualified installation technician or installation The remote panel inc
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Section 2 – Operation Recreational Vehicle Generators 2. If the engine has not been started in more than DANGER two weeks, press the Fuel Pump Primer switch and hold it for about 10 seconds. However, if the The generator engine releases DEADLY carbon engine is warm, skip Step 2. monoxide gas through its exhaust system. This 3. To crank and start the engine, hold the start/stop dangerous gas, if breathed in sufficient con- switch at START. Release the switch when the centrations, can c
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Section 2 – Operation Recreational Vehicle Generators 2.7.2 DO NOT OVERLOAD THE GENERATOR 2.8.2 HIGH TEMPERATURE SWITCH Read the rated wattage/amperage capacity of the gen- This switch (Figure 2.3), which has normally open erator on the generator data decal (see Section 1.1). (N.O.) contacts, is mounted near the oil filter. The contacts close if the temperature should exceed Applying electrical loads in excess of the unit’s rated approximately 270º F (132º C) for gasoline models, capacity
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Section 3 – Maintenance Recreational Vehicle Generators 2.8.4 OVERVOLTAGE PROTECTION 2.8.6 25-HOUR CHECK-UP A solid-state voltage regulator (Figure 2.5) controls After the 25-hour break-in period, contact an the generator’s AC output voltage. This regulator Authorized Service Dealer for the following mainte- supplies an excitation current to the rotor. By regulat- nance. (The vehicle owner is responsible for any ing the rotor’s excitation current, the strength of its charges relating to norm
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Section 3 – Maintenance Recreational Vehicle Generators 9. Start the engine and check for leaks. 3.2 CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL AND/OR OIL FILTER Figure 3.2 — Engine Oil Filter � Change the engine oil after the first 25 hours of operation (after the 25-hour break-in period, see Section 2.8.5). Thereafter, change the oil every 100 operating hours. Change the oil more frequently if operating consistently under heavy load or at high ambient temperatures. � Change the engine oil filter after th
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Section 3 – Maintenance Recreational Vehicle Generators Figure 3.3 – Engine Air Cleaner Figure 3.5 – Fuel Filter Wing Flat FUEL FILTER Nut TO FUEL PUMP Washer Pl A Offset S x Compartment CUSTOMER FUEL CONNECTION Wing Nut 3.6 CLEAN SPARK ARRESTOR 3.4 CHECKING THE ENGINE The engine exhaust muffler has a spark arrestor screen. Inspect and clean the screen every 50 hours SPARK PLUG of operation or once each year, whichever comes Clean the spark plug and reset the spark plug gap first. every 10
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Section 3 – Maintenance Recreational Vehicle Generators 3.7 CLEANING THE GENERATOR DANGER Keep the generator set as clean and dry as possible. Protect the unit against excessive dust, dirt, corrosive Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The vapors, road splash, etc. Permitting dirt and mois- battery is capable of exploding. Storage batter- ture to accumulate on generator windings will have ies give off explosive hydrogen gas. This gas can an adverse effect on the insulation resista
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Section 3 – Maintenance Recreational Vehicle Generators 3.12.2 RETURN TO SERVICE 3.9 MAJOR SERVICE MANUAL To obtain a service manual for the generator, contact To return the unit to service after storage, proceed the nearest Authorized Service Dealer. Make sure to as follows: identify the MODEL NUMBER and SERIES. Manuals 1. Check the tag on the engine for oil viscosity and can be obtained from the internet website or a service classification. Verify that the correct recommend- dealer. ed
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Section 4 – Notes Recreational Vehicle Generators 16
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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 Generators 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 These Installation Instructions have been published GENERAL HAZARDS
