Generac PP5000T User Manual

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PP5000T

Portable Generator Owner’s Manual

DANGER! This generator is designed for outdoor use only. Never use this generator inside any building or enclosure including the generator compartment of a recreational vehicle (RV). Carbon monoxide poisoning, fire and/or an explosion may result. No user performed modifications, including venting of exhaust and/or cooling ventilation, will eliminate the danger. Always have at least two feet of clearance on all sides of the generator even while operating the unit outdoors.

DANGER! You must isolate the generator from the electric utility by opening the electrical system’s main circuit breaker or main switch if this unit is used for backup power. Failure to isolate the generator from the power utility may result in injury or death to electric utility workers and damage to the generator due to a backfeed of electrical energy.

The Emission Control System for this generator is warranted for standards set by the Environmental Protection Agency. For warranty information refer to the engine owner’s manual.

 

 

 

 

 

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Model No. 1306–0 (5000 Watt AC Generator) Manual No. B4226 Revision 2 (6/29/2000)

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

Generac Portable Products PP5000T Generator

EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION

This generator is an engine-driven, revolving field, alternating current (AC) generator. It was designed to supply electrical power for operating compatible electrical lighting, appliances, tool and motor loads. This manual contains information for a generator that operates 120 and/or 240 Volt, single phase, 60 Hz devices that require up to 5,000 watts (5.0 kW) of power that pull up to 41.7 Amps at 120 Volts or

20.8 Amps at 240 Volts.

CAUTION! Do Not exceed the generator’s wattage/amperage capacity. Add up the rated watts of all devices you are connecting to generator receptacles at one time. This total should not be greater than 5,000 watts. In most cases rated watts of the electrical device can be found on the device nameplate. If the device nameplate gives only volts and amps, multiply volts times amps to obtain watts (volts X amps = watts).

The 5,000 watt generator has the following features:

120/240 Volt, 20 Amp locking type receptacle and a 120 Volt, 30 Amp locking type receptacle.

120 Volt, 20 Amp duplex receptacles.

Low Oil Shutdown: Automatically shuts down the engine if oil drops below safe operation level.

Five gallon overhead fuel tank with fuel gauge.

The generator’s revolving field is driven at about 3600 rpm by a Techumseh 10 h.p. engine.

WARNING! Do Not tamper with engine governed speed. High operating speeds are dangerous and increase risk of personal injury or damage to equipment. The generator supplies correct rated frequency and voltage only when running at proper governed speed. Incorrect frequency and/or voltage can damage some connected electrical loads. Operating at excessively low speeds imposes a heavy load. When adequate engine power is not available engine life may be shortened.

SAFETY RULES

This generator set was designed and manufactured for specific applications. Do Not attempt to modify the unit or use it for any application it was not designed for. If you have any questions about your generator’s application, ask your Dealer or consult the factory.

The manufacturer could not possibly anticipate every circumstance that might involve a hazard. For that reason warnings in the manual and warnings on tags or decals affixed to the unit are not all-inclusive. If you intend to handle, operate or service the unit by a procedure or method not specifically recommended by the manufacturer, first make sure that such a procedure or method will not render this equipment unsafe or pose a threat to you and others.

Read this manual carefully and become familiar with your generator set. Know its applications, its limitations and any hazards involved.

WARNING:

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

The generator produces a very powerful voltage that can cause extremely dangerous electrical shock. Avoid contact with bare wires, terminals, etc. Never permit an unqualified person to operate or service the generator.

Never handle any kind of electrical cord or device while standing in water, while barefoot or while hands or feet are wet. Dangerous electrical shock may result.

The National Electric Code requires the frame and external electrically conductive parts of the generator be properly connected to an approved earth ground. Local electrical codes may also require proper grounding of the generator. Consult with a local electrician for grounding requirements in your area.

Use a ground fault circuit interrupter in any damp or highly conductive area (such as metal decking or steel work).

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Do Not use worn, bare, frayed or otherwise damaged electrical cord sets with the generator. Using a defective cord set may result in electrical shock or damage to equipment and/or property.

Operate unit only on level surfaces and where it will not be exposed to excessive moisture, dirt, dust or corrosive vapors.

Gasoline is highly FLAMMABLE and its vapors are EXPLOSIVE. Do Not permit smoking, open flames, sparks or heat in the vicinity while handling gasoline.

Avoid spilling gasoline on a hot engine. Comply with all laws regulating storage and handling of gasoline.

Do Not overfill the fuel tank. Always allow room for fuel expansion. If tank is overfilled, fuel can overflow onto a hot engine and cause FIRE or EXPLOSION.

Never store a generator with fuel in the tank where gasoline vapors might reach an open flame, spark or pilot light (as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer). FIRE or an EXPLOSION may result.

Generator exhaust gases contain DEADLY carbon monoxide gas. This dangerous gas, if breathed in sufficient concentrations, can cause unconsciousness or even death. Operate this equipment only in the open air where adequate ventilation is available.

The unit requires an adequate flow of cooling air for its continued proper operation. Never operate the unit inside any room or enclosure where the free flow of cooling air into and out of the unit might be obstructed. Allow at least 2 feet of clearance on all sides of generator or you could damage the unit.

Read Cold Weather Operation on page 8.

Allow at least 2 feet of clearance on all sides of generator, even while operating unit outdoors, or you could damage the unit.

Never start, or stop, the engine-generator with electrical loads connected to receptacles with the connected devices turned ON. Start the engine and let it stabilize before connecting any electrical loads. Disconnect all electrical loads before shutting down the generator.

Do Not insert any object through cooling slots of the engine-generator. You could damage the unit or injure yourself.

Never operate the generator:

in rain; in any enclosed compartment; when connected electrical devices overheat; if electrical output is lost; if engine or generator sparks; if flame or smoke is observed while unit is running; if unit vibrates excessively.

GROUNDING THE

GENERATOR

The National Electrical Code requires that the frame and external electrically conductive parts of this generator be properly connected to an approved earth ground. Local electrical codes may also require proper grounding of the unit. For that purpose, a GROUNDING WING NUT is provided on the generator end (Figure 1).

Figure 1 — Grounding Wing Nut

Grounding Wing Nut

Generally, connecting a No. 12 AWG (American Wire

Gauge) stranded copper wire to the grounding wing nut and to an earth–driven copper or brass grounding rod (electrode) provides adequate protection against electrical shock. Be careful to keep the grounding wire attached after connecting the stranded copper wire. However, local codes may vary widely. Consult with a local electrician for grounding requirements in your area.

Properly grounding the generator helps prevent electrical shock if a ground fault condition exists in the generator or in connected electrical devices. Proper grounding also helps dissipate static electricity, which often builds up in ungrounded devices.

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KNOW YOUR GENERATOR

Read this owner’s manual and safety rules before operating your generator.

Compare the illustrations with your generator, to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Fuel Tank

Circuit Breakers (AC)

120 Volt, 30 Amp,

AC Receptacle

Engine Control

Switch

Fuel Shut–Off

Valve

120/240 Volt, 20 Amp,

AC Receptacle

Grounding Wing Nut

120 Volt, 20 Amp, AC

Duplex Receptacles

120 Volt AC, 20 Amp Duplex Receptacle — May be used to supply electrical power for the operation of 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, single phase, 60 Hz electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads.

120 Volt AC, 30 Amp Receptacle — May be used to supply electrical power for the operation of 120 Volt AC, 30 Amp, single phase, 60 Hz electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads.

120/240 Volt AC, 20 Amp Receptacle — May be used to supply electrical power for the operation of 120 and/or 240 Volt AC, 20 Amp, single phase, 60 Hz electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads.

Circuit Breakers (AC) — Each receptacle is provided with a circuit breaker to protect the generator against electrical overload. Breakers are "push to reset" type.

Engine Control Switch — Puts engine in starting mode/Shuts off a running engine.

Fuel Shut Off Valve — Controls fuel supply to engine.

Fuel Tank — Capacity of 5 U.S. gallons (19 liters).

Grounding Wing Nut — Provides a tie-point for connecting the generator frame to earth ground.

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INSTALL WHEEL KIT

To install your wheel kit you need the following tools:

15/16" box, open end, or socket wrench

Two 13 mm box, open end, or socket wrenches

Install Wheel Kit as follows: (See Figure 2)

Place the bottom of the generator cradle on a flat, even surface.

Place axle stud through wheel retainer on cradle frame.

Use 15/16” wrench to secure the axle stud to frame with 5/8-18 jam nut.

Install the other axle stud in the same manner.

NOTE: Be sure to install the wheel with raised hub inboard.

Tip unit and install the wheel.

Retain wheel on axle stud with a flat washer and retaining pin. Install other wheel on remaining axle stud in the same manner.

Remove two front nuts and lock washers from vibration mount with 13 mm wrench. Use these nuts to attach the support leg.

Center the lifting handle on generator end of cradle, as shown. Attach the handle using two 13 mm wrenches with two capscrews and two hex nuts.

Figure 2 — Install Wheel Kit

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Washer

 

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BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

Add Oil

WARNING! Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been properly filled with the recommended oil may result in an engine failure.

To fill your engine with oil:

Place generator on a level surface.

Clean area around oil fill and remove oil fill cap.

Select the oil's viscosity grade and fill engine with oil following the instructions given in the engine owner’s manual. Do Not overfill!

Install oil fill cap.

NOTE: The generator’s revolving field rides on a prelubricated and sealed ball bearing that requires no additional lubrication for the life of the bearing.

Add Gasoline

DANGER! Explosion Hazard! Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot. Do Not light a cigarette or smoke when filling the fuel tank.

WARNING! Do Not overfill the fuel tank.

Always allow room for fuel expansion.

Use regular UNLEADED gasoline with the Generator engine. Do Not use premium gasoline. Do Not mix oil with gasoline.

Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove cap.

Add unleaded regular gasoline, slowly to fuel tank. Be careful not to overfill. Allow about 1/2" of tank space for fuel expansion (Figure 3).

Figure 3 — Fill Tank with Fuel

• Install fuel cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline.

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose or tank during storage. Also, experience indicates that alcohol-blended fuels (called gasohol, ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.

To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. See “Storage” on page 11. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

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