Generac Power Systems 4270-0 - Manual (Page 10)

OPERATION
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Section 2 - Operation
QUIETPACT™ 75D Recreational Vehicle Generator
♦ 2.3.2 ENGINE LUBRICATION ♦ 2.3.6 ENGINE EXHAUST GAS
Have the engine crankcase properly serviced with the
recommended oil before starting. Refer to Section 1.5.3
(Page 6) and Sections 3.1 and 3.2 (Page 12) for oil ser­
vicing procedures and recommendations.
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▲ 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.
♦ 2.3.3 FUEL SUPPLY____________________________
The engine must have an adequate supply of proper
fuel to operate. Before starting it, check tiiat 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.
Some installations using a “shared” iiiel tank may
have a generator fuel pickup tube that is shorter
than the vehicle engine’s pickup tube. Such an
arrangement causes the generator engine to “run
out of fuel” while adequate fuel for the vehicle
remains in the tank.
♦ 2.3.4 COOLANT LEVEL__________________________
Check the engine coolant level prior to initial use and
at recommended intervals. Refer to Section 1.5.4,
"Coolant” (Page 6), and the “Maintenance" portion of
this manual for procedures and recommendations.
♦ 2.3.5 COOLING AND VENTILATING AIR
Air inlet and outlet openings in the generator com­
partment must be open and unobstructed for con­
tinued
proper operation. Without sufficient cooling
and ventilating airflow, the engine/generator may
overheat, which causes it to shut down and may
damage the generator.
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
2.4
The generator engine gives off DEADLY carbon
monoxide gas through its exhaust system. This
dangerous gas, if breathed in sufficient concentra­
tions. can cause unconsciousness or even death.
Never operate the generator set with the vehicle
inside any garage or other enclosed area. DO NOT
OPERATE THE GENERATOR IF THE EXHAUST SYS­
TEM IS LEAKING OR HAS BEEN DAMAGED. SYMP­
TOMS OF CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING ARE
(a) inability to think coherently; (b) vomiting; (c)
twitching muscles; (d) throbbing temples; (e) dizzi­
ness; (f) headaches; (g) weakness; and
(h) sleepi­
ness. IF YOU FEEL ANY OF THESE SYMPTOMS,
MOVE INTO FRESH AIR IMMEDIATELY. IF SYMP­
TOMS PERSIST, GET MEDICAL HELP.
STARTING THE GENERATOR
NOTE:
Read the vehicle manufacturer’s instructions. The
owner/operator should become familiar with the
vehicle
in which this 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 con­
trol panel or from the optional remote panel, proceed
as follows:
1. Turn OFF electrical loads using the means pro­
vided in your vehicle (such as a main line circuit
breaker or transfer switch).
NOTE:
If starting from the generator control panel, turn
OFF loads by setting the generator’s main line
breaker to the OFF (or open) position. If starting
from a remote panel, turn OFF loads using the
means provided in the vehicle (such as a main cir­
cuit breaker). Electrical load circuits will be
turned ON after the generator has started, stabi­
lized and warmed up.
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