GE A-6451 - Manual (Page 8)

Generac NP-50LPG Recreational Vehicle Generator
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
IMPORTANT: Instructions and information in this manual
assume the generator has been properly installed, connected,
serviced, tested and adjusted by a qualified installation tech­
nician or installation contractor.
■ INSTALLATION_______________________________
Generator installation must have been properly completed so
it complies with all applicable codes, standards and regula­
tions and with the manufacturer's recommendations.
■ ENGINE LUBRICATION______________________
Have engine crankcase properly serviced with recommended
oil before starting. Refer to MAINTENANCE and SPECIFI­
CATIONS sections for oil servicing procedures and
recommendations.
CAUTION: Any attempt to crank or start the engine
before you have properly serviced it with the recom­
mended oii may resuit in an engine failure.
FUEL SUPPLY
The engine must have adequate supply of proper fuel to oper­
ate. Before starting, check that sufficient fuel is available.
■ COOLING AND VENTILATING AIR
Air inlet and outlet openings in generator compartment must
be open and unobstructed for continued proper operation.
Without sufficient cooling and ventilating air flow, the engine-
generator quickly overheats which causes it to shutdown and
it could damage the generator.
■ ENGINE EXHAUST CAS _____________________
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 vehicle that, if open, might permit exhaust gases
to enter the vehicle.
DANGER; The generator engine gives off DEADLY
carbon monoxide gas through its exhaust system.
This dangerous gas, if breathed in sufficient con­
centrations, can cause unconsciousness or even
death. DO NOT OPERATE THE GENERATOR IF
THE EXHAUST SYSTEM IS LEAKING OR HAS
BEEN DAMAGED. SYMPTOMS OF CARBON
MONOXIDE POISONING ARE (a) inability to think
coherently; (b) vomiting; (c) twitching muscles; (d)
throbbing temples; (e) dizziness; (f) headaches;
(g) weakness and sleepiness. IF YOU FEEL ANY
OF THESE SYMPTOMS, MOVE INTO FRESH AIR
IMMEDIATELY. IF SYMPTOMS PERSIST, GET MED­
ICAL HELP.
STARTING THE GENERATOR
IMPORTANT: Read the vehicle manufacturer’s instructions.
The owner/operator should become familiar with the vehicle
in which the generator is installed. Differences exist between
vehicles. For example, some vehicles may use a transfer
switch to isolate dockside power from the generator, while other
vehicles may use an isolating receptacle. Some vehicles may
be equipped with a DC converter which allows the generator
to power certain DC lighting and other DC loads.
To start the generator from either the generator control panel
or from the optional Remote Panel, proceed as follows:
1. Turn OFF electrical loads, using whatever means provided
in your vehicle (such as a main line circuit breaker or trans­
fer switch).
NOTE: If starting from the generator panel, turn OFF loads
by setting the generator's main circuit breaker to “OFF” or
“OPEN”. If starting from a Remote Panel, turn OFF loads using
whatever means is provided in the vehicle (such as a main cir­
cuit breaker). Electrical load circuits will be turned ON after
the generator has started, stabilized and warmed up.
2. If you have not started the engine in more than two weeks,
press the Fuel Primer switch and hold it for about 30 seconds
to prime fuel system. However, if the engine is warm, skip Step
2
.
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