Generac 004702-0 - Manual (Page 10)

8 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc.
Section 2 – Operation
QUIETPACT 55, 65, and 75 Recreational Vehicle Generators
2.2 OPTIONAL REMOTE
START/STOP PANEL
A remote mounted Start/Stop Panel (Figure 2.2) is
available that allows you to start and stop the gener-
ator engine conveniently from inside the vehicle. The
remote panel includes a Start/Stop switch, hourme-
ter, generator run lamp and a wire harness.
Figure 2.2 — Optional Remote Panel
(Models 004057 and 004184)
2.3 AUTOMATIC CHOKE
This engine is equipped with an automatic choke that
consists of two main components: a choke solenoid
and prechoke.
2.3.1 CHOKE SOLENOID
During engine cranking (Start/Stop switch at
START), a solid-state choke module signals the
choke solenoid to activate and cycle (choke on/choke
off) until the engine starts. The choke solenoid thus
opens and closes the carburetor choke valve only
when the engine is cranking. When the engine starts,
the choke stops cycling.
2.3.2 PRECHOKE
The choke system also has a temperature-sensitive
metal strip that adjusts choke valve angle according
to ambient temperatures (i.e., in cold ambient tem-
peratures, choke valve closes more). Once the engine
starts, an element heats the temperature-sensitive
strip to a normal operating condition, opening the
choke valve. This may take about three minutes in
cooler weather.
2.4 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
NOTE:
Instructions and information in this manual
assume the generator has been properly installed,
connected, serviced, tested and adjusted by a
qualified installation technician or installation
contractor.
2.4.1 INSTALLATION
Generator installation must have been properly com-
pleted so it complies with all applicable codes, stan-
dards and regulations and with the manufacturer's
recommendations.
2.4.2 ENGINE LUBRICATION
Have the engine crankcase properly serviced with the
recommended oil before starting. Refer to Section
1.6.3 (Page 6) and Sections 3.1 and 3.2 (Page 11) for
oil servicing procedures and recommendations.
Any attempt to crank or start the engine before
you have properly serviced it with the recom-
mended oil may result in an engine failure.
2.4.3 FUEL SUPPLY
The engine must have an adequate supply of proper
fuel to operate. Before starting it, check that sufficient
fuel is available.
NOTE:
Depending on the installation, the generator may
have either a separate fuel tank, or it may “share”
the vehicle engine’s fuel tank.
2.4.4 COOLING AND VENTILATING AIR
Air inlet and outlet openings in the generator com-
partment must be open and unobstructed for contin-
ued proper operation. Without sufficient cooling and
ventilating airflow, the engine/generator quickly over-
heats, which causes it to shut down and may damage
the generator.
2.4.5 ENGINE EXHAUST GAS
Before starting the generator engine, you should be
sure there is no way for exhaust gases to enter the
vehicle interior and endanger people or animals.
Close windows, doors and other openings in the vehi-
cle that, if open, might permit exhaust gases to enter
the vehicle.
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