Generac Power Systems IM Series User Manual

Manual Part No. 75239
DIAGNOSTIC REPAIR
MANUAL
Air-Cooled
Recreational Vehicle
Generators
Printed in I! A.

FOREWORD

pose of familiarizing service personnel with the operational analysis,
troubleshooting, testing, disassembly and repair of the Series NP45G, NP55G and
NP65G recreational vehicle generators.
Keep the Manual in a safe place and refer to it as often as necessary. The
Manual contains important technical data and should be referred to whenever the
need for such information arises.
Every effort has been expended to ensure the information in the Manual is
both accurate and current. However, the manufacturer reserves the right to
change, alter, or otherwise improve his product at any time without prior notice.
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CONTENTS

Page
Wiring Diagram eind Eiectricai Schematic
Expioded View of Sheet Metai
Expioded View of Base and Puiiey..................................28
Exploded View of Generator and Panel
Electrical Formulas...........................................................32
Specifications....................................................................33
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Generator Fundamentals
Introduction........................................................................2
Electro-Magnetic Induction...............................................2
A Simple a-c Generator A More Sophisticated a-c Generator
Generator Block Diagram.................................................3
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Introduction to Troubleshooting
Introduction.......................................................................4
Tools and Test Equipment
Rotor Rotational Speed....................................................4
Relationship of Voltage and Frequency
Generator a-c Connection System
Effects of Engine Power...................................................5
Effects of Dirt and Moisture on RV Generators
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Troubleshooting the RV Generator
Introduction.......................................................................12
Problem No. 1- Engine Won’t Crank Problem No. 2- Engine Cranks, Won’t Start
Problem No. 3- Engine Cranks and Starts, Shuts
Down When Start/Stop Switch is Released
Problem No. 4- Engine Starts Hard, Runs Rough
Problem No. 5- Engine Won’t Shut Down
Problem No. 6- Loss of Generator a-c Output................19
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Engine Troubieshooting
General...............................................................................23
Checking Engine Compression
Check Engine Ignition
Check Carburetion............................................................23
Other Problems that Might Affect Engine Operation.. 23
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Adjustments
General...............................................................................24
Engine Governor Adjustments
Voltage Regulator Adjustment.........................................24
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Automatic Choke Adjustment
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Operational Analysis of D-C Controi System
Introduction.......................................................................6
Circuit Condition- Engine Shut Down.............................6
Circuit Condition- Engine Cranking Circuit Condition- Startup and Running
Circuit Condition- Normal Shutdown..............................8
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Insulation Resistance Tests
General...............................................................................9
The Hi-Pot Tester
Testing Stator Insulation..................................................9
Testing Rotor Insulation for Breakdown.........................10
Cleaning the Generator
Drying the Generator
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GENERATOR FUNDAMENTALS

Introduction
It has long been known that a relationship exists between magnetism and electricity. Revolving fieid a-c generators depend on this relationship for their operation. The ser
vice technician must understand that relationship. This section of your DIAGNOSTIC REPAIR MANUAL will familiarize you with the basic fundamentals of generator operation.
Electro-Magnetic Induction
A Magnetism Creates Electricity: - When a wire or
coii of wire is moved through a magnetic field, an electri cal voltage is aeated in that wire. If the ends of the wire are joined to complete a circuit, electrical current will flow in the wire. The direction that current flows in the wire depends on the polarity of the magnetic field.
B Current Flow Creates a Magnetic Field: - When
ever electrical current flows through a wire or coil of wire, a magnetic field is created around that wire. The strength of the field depends on the amount of current flow and
the number of coils or loops in the wire.
C A simple a-c generator consists of a spinning mag
netic field called a ROTOR and stationary coil of wire called a STATOR. As the Rotor spins, its lines of mag netic force cut across the stationary Stator. When the ends of the Stator winding are connected across a load (such as a light bulb) to complete the circuit, current will flow through the circuit. In this simple generator, the Rotor is a permanent magnet. The amount of voltage and current flow induced into the Stator windings depends on (a) the Rotor’s magnetic field strength, (b) Rotor rotational speed, and (c) the number of turns of wire in the Stator.
A More Sophisticated a-c Generator
D A more sophisticated generator is equipped with a
Stator a-c power winding and a Stator excitation winding.
Regulated direct current from the excitation winding flows through carbon brushes which slide on metallic slip rings and then through the Rotor windings. Regulated current flow through the Rotor creates a regulated magnetic field strength. In turn, the regulated magnetic field strength induces a regulated voltage into the stationary Stator; winding. !
Generator Block Diagran^
E The Rotor (spinning fieid) is driven by the engine,
through a belt and pulley arrangement to maintain a fixed operating speed. The Rotor’s magnetic field cuts across,
(a) a Stator a-c power winding, (b) a Stator excitation
winding, and (c) a Stator battery charge winding, to induce a voltage Into those windings.
1. Stator Battery Charge Winding: Rectified direct current output from this winding is delivered to the gen erator’s 12-volts battery, to maintain battery state-of­charge.
2. Stator a-c Power Winding:- The a-c output from this winding is used to supply electrical power to connected electrical loads.
3. Excitation Winding:- Output from this winding is delivered to an Electronic Voltage Regulator, where it is rectified and, based on a-c power winding sensing sig nals, regulated. The regulated, rectified current flows through the brushes and slip rings and into the Rotor windings. Because the current flow is regulated, the
Rotor’s magnetic field strength Is regulated. In turn, be
cause the field strength is regulated, the voltage induced into the Stator windings is regulated.
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INTRODUCTION TO TROUBLESHOOTING

Introduction
A typical RV generator set does not have a large number
of parts. However, the parts are expensive. For that
reason, a parts replacement method of troubleshooting is
not cost effective. A basic understanding of generators is
essential to good troubleshooting, i.e., why they behave
or don’t behave as they should. This section will introduce
the technician to some of the fundamentals of
troubleshooting.
DANGER!: Recreational vehicle generators produce extremely high and dangerous voltages. Use ex treme care when working on or around the gener ator. Contact with live wires and terminals will cause extremely hazardous and possibly lethal electrical shock. Only personnel who have been thoroughly trained In the maintenance of RV generators should attempt to troubleshoot, test, repair or service a gen erator.
Tools and Test Equipment
The generator service technician should have a well
stocked tool box having a good selection of common hand tools. Such a tool box should contain wrenches in both metric and english sizes. Also recommended is a good nut driver set.
A Volt-Ohm-Milliammeter:-An accurate volt-ohm-mil-
liammeter (VOM) is essential for the troubleshooting and testing of generators. Simply having a VOM is not enough. The technician must understand electricity, must be familiar with electrical circuits, must be able to read wiring diagrams/electrical schematics, and must know how tio use the VOM.
B Frequency Meter:- This test device permits the gen
erator’s a-c ou^ut frequency, in HERTZ or CYCLES PER SECOND, to be read. Measurement of frequency is re quired for precise adjustment of engine-generator speed. Also see ROTOR ROTATIONAL SPEED.
C Insulation Resistance Tester:- Also called a "Hl-
POT", this device permits generator Stator and Rotor winding insulation to be tested for breakdown. Use the
Hi-Pot tester to test resistance between parallel stator windings, between isolated windings, and the resistance
of all windings to ground. See also EFFECTS OF DIRT
AND MOISTURE ON GENERATORS.
NOTE: An electrical LOAD BANK Is also recom
mended for generator testing and adjustment. The
Load Bank permits a known electrical load to be ap
plied to the generator, for the purpose of testing/ad­justlng unit operation under load.
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Rotor Rotational Speed
The generator’s revolving field on Series NP45G, NP55G
and NP65G generators is a 2-pole type, having a single north and a single south magnetic pole. The Rotor is en
gine driven through a belt and pulley arrangenrient. Such a 2-pole Rotor must be operated at 3600 rpm to supply an a-c frequency output of 60 Hz. The belt and pulley ar rangement pro>4des a speed reduction, so that engine speed can be reduced while driving the Rotor at its re quired operating speed. The following formulae apply
when determining a-c frequency, Rotor rpm and number of Rotor poles.
rpm X No. of Rotor Poles
Frequency = 2 x 60
2 X 60 X Frequency
RPM = No. of Rotor Poles
not be able to handle loads within the generator's rated capacity. Problems with generator a-c output are often­caused by an engine problem.
NOTE: A shorted condition In one or more con nected electrical loads or In generator windings can dramatically Increase the power demands on the driving engine. Such shorted conditions may present the same symptoms as an underpowered engine.
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2 X 60 X Frequency
Rotor Poles= rpm
Relationship of Voltage and Frequency
Engine governed speed and a-c voltage are adjusted with no electrical loads applied to the generator (no-load). That is, the a-c voltage is set at a fixed ratio to a-c frequency. Recommended frequency and voltage set tings are as follows:
Set Frequency to: Set Voltage to;
*Llne-to-Neutral Voltage
60.5 to 63.5 Hz 121 to 127 volts*
Generator a-c Connection System
D Series NP45G, NP55G and NP65G RV generators
are equipped with dual Stator a-c power windings. These windings may be connected in parallel to provide a 120­votts a-c output as shown. Note that customer loads of up to 30 a-c amperes may be connected across Wires T1 (red) and T2 (white); loads up to 20 a-c amperes across wires T2 (white) and T3 (black).
E The generator’s a-c output leads may be reconnected
in series, to supply a dual voltage (120 and/or 240 volts) a-c output. When this is done, connect 240 volts a-c loads across T1 (red) and T3 (black); 120 volts across T1 (red) and T2 (white) or T3 (black) and T2 (white). T2 is the neutral wire.
Effects of Dirt and Moisture oh RV Generators
If moisture is permitted to remain in contact with gener ator windings, some of that moisture may be retained in cracks and voids of the winding insulation. This will cause a reduced insulation resistance. However, prolonged exposure to moisture resistance of stator and
rotor winding Insulation. Dirt can make the problem worse, since it tends to hold moisture into contact with windings. Salt (as from sea air) also makes the problem worse, since salt will absorb moisture from the air. When salt and moisture combine, they form a good electrical conductor.
Because of the detrimental effects of dirt and moisture, the generator should be kept as clean and as dry as possible. Stator and rotor windings should be tested
periodically, using an insulation resistance tester (Hi-Pot or megohmmeterX If insulation resistance is excessively
low, drying may be required to remove moisture. After drying, a second test of insulation resistance is still low after drying, replacement of defective windings may be
necessary.
Effects of Engine Power
The generator engine must develop sufficient power to operate the generator under varying electrical loads. The greater the wattage (amperage) demands ot connected electrical loads, the greater the engine power needs. As a general rule, approximately 2 engine horsepower is ne^led for each 1000 watts (1.0 kW) of generator power output.
If the generator’s wattage/amperage capacity is ex
ceeded, engine power may not be adequate to handle the increased load. The result will be a decrease in engine rpm, a corresponding decrease In generator a-c output voltage and frequency, and internal generator overheating.
A badly worn engine, one that has lost compression, or one with defective fuel. Ignition or air Intake system may

OPERATIONAL ANALYSIS OF D-C CONTROL SYSTEM

Introduction
This section of your Manual is intended to familiarize the
reader with how the RV generator’s d-c control system
functions. The d-c control system provides the means to
obtain engine cranking, engine ignition and fuel flow, car buretor choking, field boost and battery charging. If problems with any of these functions are encountered, the technician must have a working knowledge of how the system operates.
Circuit Condition- Engine Shut Down
A With engine stopped, the circuit condition may be
described as follows:
1. Battery voltage is available to the normally-open
Starter Contactor (SC) contacts. The contacts are open and the circuit is incomplete.
2. Battery voltage is available through a 15 amp Fuse (FI) and to the normally open contacts of Control Relay (CR1). These contacts are open and the circuit is incomplete.
3. Battery voltagte is available through Fuse (Ft), through the normally-closed contacts of Control Relay (CR1), through the Starter Contactor (SC) coil, and to the Start/Stop Switch (SW1). However, the Switch contacts are open and the circuit is incomplete.
4. Battery voltage is available through Fuse (F1), through the Control Relay (CR2) actuating coil, and to the Start/Stop Switch (SW1). However, the Switch contacts are open and the circuit is incomplete.
5. Battery voltage is available to the Battery Charge Rec tifier (BCR), via Wire #13, 15 amp Fuse (FI), Wire #15, and to a Battery Charge Rectifier (BCR). However, BCR diode action inhibits Current flow.
Circuit Condition- Engine Cranking
B When the Start/Stop Switch is held at its START posi
tion, the following sequence of events occurs
1. Start/Stop Switch closure connects the Control Relay
(CR2) and the Starter Contactor (SC) actuating coils to frame ground.
2. The Starter Contactor (SC) energizes and its contacts close to deliver battery voltage to (a) Starter Motor (SM) and (b) a Choke Solenoid (CS) and (c) a Choke Module
(CM). The following events then occur:
a. Starter Motor (SM) energizes and the engine cranks. b. Battery voltage is delivered to the Choke Module (CM), via Wire 16, the Choke Solenoid coil, and Wire
90. Choke Module (CM) action opens and closes this circuit to ground at a rate dependent on ambient temperature, to energize and de-energize the Choke
. Solenoid. Choke Solenoid (CS) opens and closes
the carburetor choke. c. Battery voltage delivered to the Choke Module
(CM) is delivered to the generator Rotor windings via a Field Boost Resistor and Diode (housed in the Choke Module), Wire 4 and the Rotor brushes and slip rings. This is field boost.
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d. Battery voltage is delivered through a diode (housed in the Choke Module) and to the Wire 14 cir cuit. Wire 14 is now electrically hot, to operate (a) a Fuel Pump (FP), (b) a Choke Heater (CH), and (c) an "Engine Run" lamp on the optional remote panel.
3. Control Relay (CR2) energizes, its nonnaiiy-closed contacts open and the Wire 18 circuit is effectiveiy iso lated from frame ground. Ignition can now occur, since that circuit Is now open to ground.
4. With automatic choking, and with fuel flow and ignition available, the engine will start.
5. Engine oli pressure buildup opens the Low Oil Pres
sure Swritch (LOP).
Circuit Condition- Startup and Running
C When engine fires and starts, the operator will release
the Start/Stop Switch. Circuit condition may then be
described as follows:
1. When a-c output from the generator's Battery Charge
Winding reaches approximately 9-12 volts a-c. Control
Relay (CR1) energizes and its normally open contacts close, to deliver battery voltage to the Wire 14 circuit (Fuel
Pump and Choke Heater actions continue).
2. The Starter Contactor (SC) and Control Relay (CR2)
circuits to ground are opened.
3. Starter Contactor (SC) de-energizes and its contacts open to effect the following
a. Starter Motor (SM) de-enerizes and cranking ends. b. Carburetor choking terminates. c. Field Boost ends. d. Power to the Wire 14 circuit through the Choke Module ends.
4. Control Relay (CR2) de-energizes and its normally­closed contacts close. However, the ignition circuit to ground is held open by Low Oil Pressure Switch (LOP) action and engine ignition continues.
5. Stator Battery Charge Winding (rectified) output is
delivered to the generator battery.
Circuit Condition- Normal Shutdown
D Closure of the Start/Stop Switch (SW1) to its STOP
position grounds the engine ignition circuit, ignition ter
minates and the engine shuts down. As engine speed
decreases. Low Oil Pressure Switch (LOP) closure main tains the ignition ground condition.
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INSULATION RESISTANCE TESTS

General
Refer to EFFECTS OF DIRT AND MOISTURE ON RV GENERATORS (Page 5). The resistance of rotor and stator windings should be tested periodically, using a "Hi-Pot" resistance tester.
CAUTION!: When using the Hl-Pot (Insulation Resis tance) tester, follow the tester manufacturer’s In structions carefully. Improper use of the tester can result in serious damage to the generator. Do not apply voltage in excess to those recommended in this Manual to Stator or Rotor windings.
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The Hi-Pot Tester
A The Hi-Pot tester shown is oniy one of many brands
available. It is equipped with an On/Off switch. Thepiiot
Lamp glows to indicate tester power is availabie. The
breakdown tamp will light to Indicate failure of the winding being tested.
Testing Stator insuiation
6 Gain Access to Stator Leads: Remove screws that retain the front panel to the panel housing. Remove the generator cover. Inside the panel housing, locate the Electronic Voltage Regulator and the 30-amp Circuit Breaker (CB1).
4. Tum tester switch ON and check that Pilot Lamp is ON. Then, set Voltage Selector Switch to 2000 volts. Observe the BREAKDOWN lamp, wait one second, then turn
tester switch OFF.
C Disconnect Stator Leads: Disconnect Stator a-c output wires 11 and 22 from the Electronic Voltage
Regulator terminals. Disconnect Stator Wire 33 from the 30-amp Breaker (CB1). Separate wires 22 and 44 at their junction. Finally, disconnect Stator Excitation Wiriding Wires 2 and 6 from the Electronic Voltage Regulator
terminals.
DANGER!: Follow the Instructions carefully. Wire terminal ends must not be touching any part of the generator when Hl-Pot voltage Is applied. Do not exceed the recommended voltages. Apply voltage to windings for a maximum of 1 second only.
Test All Stator Windings to Ground: Connect terminal
ends of Stator a-c output Wires 11, 22, 33, 44, 2 and 6
tightly together. Make sure no terminal end is in contact
with the generator frame. Then proceed as follows:
1 .Connect RED test lead of Hi-Pot tester to joined ter minal ends of Wires 11,22, 33, 44, 2 and 6.
2. Connect the BLACK test lead to a dean, painted frame
ground (on generator Stator can).
3. Turn Hi-Pot tester switch OFF. Then plug tester into a 120 voits wall socket and set its Voltage Selector Switch
to 500 volts.
CAUTION!: IN STEP 4, DO NOT APPLY VOLTAGE LONGER THAN ONE MINUTE.
Test Between Isolated Windings:- To test between iso
lated Stator windings, proceed as follows:
1. Connect RED lead of Hi-Pot tester to terminal end of
Wire 11, BLACK test lead to Wire 2 terminal end.
2. Turn tester switch ON and check that Pilot Light is ON.
3. Set Voltage Selector Switch to 1500 voits- APPLY VOLTAGE FOR ONE SECOND ONLY. Observe tester Breakdown lamp. Turn tester switch OFF and reset Vol
tage Selector Switch to 500 volts.
Test Between Parallel Windings:- Test between paral
lel Stator windings as follows:
1. Set tester Voltage Selector Switch to 500 volts.
2. Connect tester RED test lead to Wire #11, BLACK test lead to Wire 33.
3. Turn tester switch ON and check that Pilot Light is ON.
4. Apply voltage for one second while observing the
Breakdown lamp. Then, turn tester switch OFF.
RESULTS: If tester Breakdown lamp comes ON during any one second test, clean and dry the stator. Then, repeat the breakdown test. If Breakdown lamp
Illuminates after drying, replace the Stator Assemb
ly-
Testing Rotor Insulation for Breakdown
D Remove generator cover to gain access to the Rotor
slip rings and brushes. ,
E Remove all wires that connect to the Brushes. Then,
test Rotor insulation as follows:
1. Connect tester RED test lead to the positive {+) Rotor
slip ring (nearest the Rotor bearing).
2. Connect BLACK test lead to a clean frame ground.
3. Turn tester switch OFF.
4. Plug tester into a 120 volts wall socket.
5. Set Voltage Selector Switch on tester to 500 volts.
6. Turn tester switch ON and check that Pilot Light is ON.
7. Set Voltage Selector Switch to 1250 volts and observe the tester breakdown lamp. Then, turn tester switch OFF.
RESULTS:- If tester breakdown lamp lllumlates during the 1 second test, drying of the generator may be necessary. After drying, repeat the Hl-Pot test. If
Rotor windings fall the second test (after drying),
replace the Rotor assembly.
Cleaning the Generator
Removed caked on or greasy dirt with a soft brush or a clean, damp doth. A vacuum system may be used to pick up loosened dirt. Loose dust and dirt may also be removed using low pressure, dried air (25 psi maximum).
CAUTION!: Do NOT use a forceful spray of water to clean generator. Some of the water will be retained on generator windings and will cause serious problems.______________________________________
Drying the Generator
1. Open the main drcuit breaker or main line switch. NO
ELECTRICAL LOADS MUST BE CONNECTED TO GENERATOR WHILE DRYING.
2. Remove the generator cover (see illustration "B" on previous page).
3. Disconnect Wire #4 from the Electronic Voltage Regulator.
4. Provide an external source to blow warm, dry air through the generator. Do NOT exceed 185' F. (85* C.).
5. Start the engine, let it run for 2 to 3 hours.
6. Stop the engine and retest Stator and Rotor windings.
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WIRING DIAGRAM & ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC
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TROUBLESHOOTING THE RV GENERATOR

Introduction
The service technician can use this troubieshooting guide to determine the cause of existing problems. Six common problems are covered in this section. Problems are not arranged in any particuiar sequence.
The first step in troubleshooting is to identify your par ticular problem. When you have identified your problem, locate that problem in the troubleshooting guide on this page. When working your way through the step-by-step procedure for that problem, start at Step 1 and follow through the step-by-step procedure. Each step is ar ranged in a definite sequence, from the more prob­abie/easiest to check to the less probable/more complex to check. When the cause of the problem is found and corrected, stop the test.
Follow the step-by-step procedures carefully. After com pleting each test, read the TEST RESULTS. Some test resuits may instruct you to skip certan steps and proceed to a new step number.
Problem No. 1- Engine Won’t Crank
Step 1- Check 15 amp Fuse FI Step 2- Check Battery Step 3- Check Starter Contactor SC Step 4- Check Starter Motor SM Step 5- Check Start/Stop Switch SW1 Step 6- Check Control Relay CR1
Problem No. 2- Engine Cranks, Won’t Start
step 1- Check Fuel Quantity Step 2- Check Fuel Shutoff Valves
Step 3- Check Fuel Flow Step 4- Check Fuel Filter Step 5- Check Fuel Pump Step 6- Check Engine Ignition System Step 7- Test Choke Module Step 8- Check Automatic Choke Operation Step 9- Check Engine Compression/Condition Step 10- Test Control Relay CR2
Problem No. 3- Engine Cranks and Starts, Shuts Down When Start/Stop Switch is Released
Step 1 - Check Engine Oil Level Step 2- Check Oil Pressure Switch Step 3- Check Control Relay CR1 Step 4- Check Stator Battery Charge Windings Step 5- Check Resistor R1
Problem No. 4- Engine Starts Hard, Runs Rough
Step 1- Check Engine Ignition System Step 2- Check Carburetion Step 3- Check Engine Compression Step 4- Test Automatic Choke
Problem No. 5- Engine Won’t Shut Down
Step 1 - Check Start/Stop Switch Step 2- Check Wire #18 & #0 Step 3- Check Engine Ignition System (I.S.D.)
Problem No. 6- Loss of Generator a-c Out put
Step 1- Check Circuit Breakers CB1/CB2 Step 2- Check Vehicle Wiring Step 3- Check a-c Voltage and Frequency Step 4- Check Load Voltage and Frequency Step 5- Check/Adjust Engine Governor Step 6- Check Field Boost Circuit Step 7- Check Stator Excitation Windings Step 8- Check Stator a-c Power Windings
Step 9- Check Rotor (Field) Circuit Step 10- Check Voltage Regulator Sensing Step 11- Check/Adjust Voltage Regulator
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES

Problem No. 1- Engine Won’t Crank
step 1- Check 15 amp Fuse F1 Test Procedure: Remove Fuse FI from generator panel
and Inspect fuse element. If necessary, use a Volt-Ohm-
Mllllammeter (VOM) to check fuse for continuity. Test Results:­A. Fuse FI checks GOOD: Go to Step 2
B. Fuse FI Is open: Replace Fuse FI. If engine cranks
normally STOP.
Step 2- Check Battery
Test Procedure:- Perform the following checks/tests on the generator battery:
1. Inspect battery terminals (posts) and cables. Cable
clamps and connections must be clean and tight. Glean
and/or tighten cable clamps and connections as neces
sary. Replace any defective cables.
2. Use an automotive type battery hydrometer to test bat
tery STATE OF CHARGE. Follow the hydrometer
manufacturer’s instructions carefully. Write down the
specific gravity of the electrolyte fluid in each battery cell.
Write down the specific gravity reading of each cell as the
reading is taken. Return the electrolyte fluid to the cell
from which it was removed. If the hydrometer used does
not have a percentage of charge scale, compare the read ings obtained with the following:
SPECIFIC GRAVITY PERCENT OF CHARGE
1.260
1.230
1.200
1.170
If necessary, use an automotive type battery charger to
recharge the battery to a 100% state of charge.
100%
75% 50% 25%
Step 3- Check Starter Contactor SC Test Procedure:- Starter Contactor operation may be
tested as follows:
1. See Figure 1. Connect the positive (+) test lead of a d-
c voltmeter to the Wire 56 terminal of the Starter Contac tor. Connect the meter negative (-) test lead to a clean frame ground. The voltmeter should indicate battery vent age (12 volts d-c).
Test Results:
A. Battery voltage NOT indicated: Go to Step 6
B. Battery voltage was indicated: Continue test
2. Connect the positive (+) test lead of a d-c voltmeter to
the Wire 16 terminal stud of the Starter Contactor; con
nect negative (-) test lead to a dean frame ground. Zero volts should be indicated.
3. With d-c voltmeter still connected to the Wire 16 ter minal stud and frame ground, disconnect Wire 17 from its terminal stud on Starter Contactor. Connect a jumper wire from the Wire 17 terminal stud (on Starter Contactor) to a clean frame ground. The d-c voltmeter should indicate
battery voltage and engine should crank.
Test Results: A. Battery voltage GOOD and engine cranks, but will not
crank with Start/Stop Switch: Go to Step 5 B. Battery voltage GOOD, engine does NOT crank: Go
to Step 4
C. Zero battery voltage with jumper wire connected and engine does not crank; Replace Starter Contactor SC.
DANGER!: Storage batteries give off EXPLOSIVE hydrogen gas while charging. Completely remove the battery from the vehicle before attempting to recharge It. Charge the battery only In a well venti
lated space where explosive gases cannot accumu late and present the danger of explosion. Do not per
mit smoking, open flame or sparks in the vicinity while charging a battery.
3. If the difference in specific gravity between the highest and lowest reading cell is 0.050 (50 points) or greater, the battery is nearing the end of its usefui life and should be replaced. However, if the lowest reading cell has a specific gravity of less than 1.200, recharge the battery and then repeat the specific gravity test. If, after charg ing, the difference between the highest and lowest read ing cell is still 0.050 (50 points), replace the battery.
Test Results:­A. Normal engine cranking occurs: STOP tests B. Battery checks GOOD, no cranking; Go to Step 3.
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Step 4- Check Starter Motor SM Test Procedure:- Connect a jumper cable to the large
battery cable terminal stud (Wire 13) of the Starter Con
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tactor and to the cable terminal on Starter Motor. Engine should crank.
Test Results: A. Engine cranks normally but does not crank when using
the Start/Stop Switch: Go to Step 5. B. Engine does NOT crank: Replace Starter Motor SM C. Engine cranks normally with jumper cable and with
Start/Stop Switch: STOP tests.
2. Connect a jumper wire between the Start/Stop Switch Wire 17 terminal and a clean frame ground connection.
Engine should crank and start. Disconnect jumper wire to
terminate cranking when engine starts. To stop the en gine, connect jumper wire to Wire 18 terminal of Start/Stop Switch and to frame ground.
Test Results: A. Engine cranks, starts and shuts down normally when
using jumper wire, but not when using Start/Stop Switch: Replace Start/Stop Switch.
B. Engine will not crank when using jumper wire: Go to
Step 6.
C. Engine cranks and stops normally when using jumper
wire and with Start/Stop Switch: STOP tests.
Step 6- Check Control Relay CR1
NOTE: See WIRING DIAGRAM & ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC on Page 11. Two different types of Con trol Relay CR1 are used on the NP series generators, Identified In the Wiring Diagram as "CRI" and "Al­ternateCRl". Also see Figures 4 and 5
NOTE: For Starter Motor SM testing and repair In-
Structlons, refer to ENGINE SERVICE MANUAL.
Step 5- Check Start/Stop Switch SW1 Test Procedure:- See Figure 3. Test the Start/Stop
Switch as follows:
1, Set a Volt-Ohm-Milliammeter (VOM) to its "Rxl" scale and zero the meter. Connect one VOM test lead to the Wire 0 terminal of Start/Stop Switch; connect second meter test lead to a clean frame ground. The VOM should indicate continuity.
Test Results: A. VOM does NOT indicate continuity: Repair or replace
Wire 0 between Switch and frame ground connection, as
necessary. B. VOM indicates continuity: Continue test.
Test Procedure:- See Figure 4 or 5. Test the Relay as fol lows:
1. Connect the positive (+) test lead of a d-c voltmeter to CRI terminal 12 (Wire 15 terminal): connect the negative (-) test lead to a clean frame ground. Meter should indi cate battery voltage. If alternate CRI is installed, connect meter positive (+) test lead to Relay terminal 9 (Wire 15 terminal).
Test Results: A. Battery voltage is indicated; Continue test B. Battery voltage is NOT indicated:- Repeat Step 1. Also
check Wire 15 between Relay CRI and Fuse FI for open or disconnected condition; Wire 13 between Fuse FI and Starter Contactor SC for open; and positive (+) battery cable to Starter Contactor SC.
2. Connect the positive (+) test lead of a d-c voltmeter to CRI terminal 2 (Wire 56 terminal); negative (-) test lead to frame ground. If alternate CRI is installed, connect meter positive (+) test lead to Relay terminal 3 (Wire 56 terminal). Battery voltage should be indicated.
Test Results: A. Battery voltage NOT indicated: Replace Control Relay
CRI
B. Battery voltage was indicated: Repeat Steps 1 through
5. Refer to WIRING DIAGRAM (Page 11) and test wires for open or shorted condition.
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Test Results: A. Fuel Shutoff Valve(s) are closed: Open all valves
B. Shutoff valves are open, engine wili not start: Go to
Step 3
Step 3- Check Fuel Flow (Gasoline System Only)
Test Procedure:- Disconnect fuel line at engine car buretor inlet. Crank engine and check fuel flow from open end of disconnected line.
Test Results: A. Fuel Flow is inadequate: Go to Step 4
B. Fuel flow checks GOOD: Go to Step 6 Step 4- Check Fuei Filter (Gasoline System Only) Test Procedure:- See Figure 6. if fuel flow to carburetor
is low, try a new fuel filter. Make sure arrow on filter body points in direction of flow toward carburetor. With new fil ter installed, recheck fuel flow as outlined in Step 3.
Test Results: A. Fuel flow is normal: STOP tests
B. Fuel flow still inadequate: Go to Step 5
Problem No. 2 - Engine Cranks, Won’t Start
step 1 - Check Fuel Quantity Test Procedure: When troubleshooting a problem, the
most simple causes are often overlooked. If engine cranks normally but won’t start, check that adequate supply of the proper fuel is available. Many RV generator
Installations with shared fuel tank utilize a generator fuel
pickup tube thatis shorter than the vehicle engine's fuel
pickup tube. For that reason, the generator will "run out
of gas" while fuel is still available for the vehicle engine. Test Results: A. Fuel quantity is adequate: Go to Step 2.
B. Inadequate fuel in tank: Fili fuei tank.
Step 2 - Check Fuel Shutoff Valves Test Procedure: The fuel supply line in the vehicie may
be equipped with one or more fuei shutoff valves. If engine will not start, check that all fuel supply valves are open.
Step 5- Check Fuel Pump (Gasoline System Only)
Test Procedure:- Locate the 4-tab terminal connector to which Wires 14 connects. Locate Wire 14 from Fuel Pump on the terminal connector. Connect the positive (+) test
lead of a d-c voltmeter to the Fuel Pump’s Wire 14 ter
minal; connect negative (-) test lead to a clean frame ground. Crank engine- the voltmeter should indicate bat tery voltage and the Fuel Pump should operate.
Test Results: A. Battery voltage is indicated and Fuel Pump operates,
but still no start: Go to Step 6 B. No battery voltage indicated and Fuel Pump does not
operate: Go to Step 7
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Step 6- Check Engine Ignition System Test Procedure:- Refer to section in this Manual entitled
ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING. Also refer to the EN GINE SERVICE MANUAL, if necessary.
Test Results: A. Ignition System checks GOOD: Go to Step 7 B. Ignition System checks BAD: Repair or replace defec
tive component(s) mas necessary
Figure 7. Choke Module
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Step 7- Test Choke Module
NOTE: The following procedure will test the Wire 14
diode, the field boost diode, and the field boost
resistor. To test these components. It Is recom
mendecf that a Volt-Ohm-Mllllammeter having a
DIODE TEST capability be used. The solid state cir
cuit that regulates automatic choke opening and closing cannot be tested In the field. That circuit will be tested In Step 8 by observing choke operation,
Test Procedure:- See Figure 7. Disconnect ail wires from Choke Moduie terminals to prevent interaction. Then, proceed as follows:
1. To test the Wire 14 diode, connect one VOM test lead to Terminal 3 of the Choke Module; connect second test lead to ,Terminal 1. Observe the meter reading. Then, reverse the test leads (reverse the d-c polarity) across those Choke Module terminals and again observe the reading. At one polarity, the VOM should read infinity. At the opposite polarity, the VOM should indicate the for ward resistance of the 6 amp, 100 volts diode in the Wire
14 circuit. If using a VOM having the diode test feature,
allowable voltage drop across the diode is 0.6 to 0.8 volt.
2. To test the Field Boost diode and resistor, connect one VOM test lead to Choke Module Terminal 3, the second test lead to Terminal 2. Note the meter reading. Then, reverse the test leads (reverse polarity) and again ob serve the VOM reading. At one polarity, the meter should indicate infinity. At the opposite polarity, the meter should read the forward resistance of the diode plus the resis tance of the Field Boost Resistor. If a VOM having the diode test feature is used, allowable voltage drop will be
0.6 to 0.8 volts PLUS the voltage drop across the resis tor.
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Step 8- Check Automatic Choke Operation Test Procedure;- See Figure 8. Crank engine while ob
serving choke operation. The Choke Solenoid CS should pull in to close choke for about 0.2-0.4 seconds, should then de-energize to open choke for about 2 seconds. This cyclic action should occur while the engine is cranking. If Choke Solenoid does not actuate, check for binding. Also check for proper choke adjustment (see ADJUSTMENTS section).
Test Results: A. Choke operation checks GOOD, engine still won’t
start: Go to Step 9
B. Choke operation checks BAD: Try adjusting choke- if
it still does not operate, replace Choke Module
NOTE: The Field Boost Resistor is rated 47 ohms at 2 watts (plus or minus 10%). The Field Boost diode Is rated 1 amp at 600 volts.
3. The Choke Module circuit includes a metal oxide Varis tor, rated 22 volts, 0.6-0.8 Joule. There is no good method of testing a Varistor in the field. Typically, when a Varis tor fails it will overheat and melt. Inspect the Choke Module- if evidence of overheating and melting is ob served, replace the Choke Module.
Test Results: A. All Choke Module tests are GOOD: Go to Step 8 B. Choke Moudle tests BAD: Replace Choke Module
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Step 9- Check Engine Compresslon/Condition
Test Procedure:- Refer to section entitled ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING. If necessary, also refer to the EN GINE SERVICE MANUAL.
Test Results: A. Engine^Checks GOOD: Go to Step 10
B. Engine checks BAD; Repair/replace engine as neces
sary
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step 10- Test Control Relay CR2
Test Procedure:- See Figure 9. Disconnect Wire 18 from
Reiay Terminai 2 and Wire 85 from Terminai 4, to prevent interaction. Set a VOM to its "Rxl" scaie and zero the meter. Then, connect the VOM test ieads aaoss Reiay Terminais 2 and 4- the meter needie shouid swing ups-
caie (continuity). Hoid Start/Stop Switch at START to
crank engine- the VOM needie shouid drop aii the way downscaie (infinity).
Test Results:
A. Control Relay CR2 checks GOOD; Repeat Steps 1 through 9
B. Control Relay CR2 checks BAD: Replace Relay CR2
Step 2 - Check Oil Pressure Switch
Test Procedure: Set a VOM to its "Rxl" scale and zero the meter. Disconnect Wire 85 from the Switch terminal, then test the Low Oil Pressure Switch (Fig. 10) as follows:
1. Connect one VOM test lead to the switch terminal, the
remaining test lead to a clean frame ground. Meter should indicate continuity.
2. Crank engine. The VOM needle should drop all the way downscale (infinity) as oil pressure inaeases.
3. If the engine starts and runs, hold terminal end of Wire 85 into firm contact with a dean frame ground. Engine should shut down.
Test Results: A. Oil Pressure Switch checks GOOD: Go to Step 3.
B. Oil Pressure Switch checks BAD: Replace switch.
Problem No. 3- Engine Cranks and Starts, Shuts Down When Start/Stop Switch is
Released
Step 1- Check Engine Oil Level Test Procedure:- Check engine oil level as outlined in
Owner’s Manual. If oil level is low, sufficient oil pressure to open the Low Oil Pressure Switch contacts will not be developed. With Start/Stop Switch at START, Control
Relay CR2 action will open the engine ignition circuit to ground. However, as soon as the Start/Stop Switch is
released, CR2 contacts will close and closure of the Low Oil Pressure Switch contacts will close the ignition circuit to ground and ignition will terminate. The result will be an
ehgine'shutdown as soon as the Start/Stop Switch is
released.
Test Results:-
A. Oil level is LOW: Add oil as required (don’t forget Oil
Makeup Tank)
B. Oil level is GOOD: Go to Step 2
NOTE: You may wish to check engine oil pressure. See ENGINE SERVICE MANUAL for Oil pressure check procedures and specifications.
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Step 3- Check Oil Temperature Switch Test Procedure: Set a VOM to its "Rxl" scale and zero
the meter. Disconnect Wire 85 from the Switch terminal, then test the Oil Temperature Switch (Fig. 10) as follows:
1. Connect one VOM test lead to the switch terminal, the remaining test lead to a clean frame ground. Meter should indicate continuity.
2. If the engine starts and runs, hold terminal end of Wire 85 into firm contact with a dean frame ground. Engine shouid shut down.
Test Results: A. OifTemperature Switch contacts check GOOD: Go to
Step 4. B. Oil Temperature Switch contacts check BAD: Check
wiring.
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Step 4 - Check Control Relay CR1 Test Procedure: Refer to Step 6 under Problem No. 1.
Test Results: A. Control Relay CR1 checks GOOD: Go to Step 5.
tion. Set a VOM to Ks "Rxl" scale and zero the meter. Connect the first meter test probe to the Wire 55 terminal of Resistor. Connect second test probe to a clean frame ground. Meter should indicate about 1 ohm (plus or minus 5%).
B. Control Relay CR1 checks BAD: Replace Control Relay CR1.
Step 5 - Check Stator Battery Charge Windings
NOTE: The Volt-Ohm-Mllllammeter (VOM) used to test Stator windings must be accurate. Recom­mended Is a digital meter of high accuracy.
Test Procedure: Disconnect Wires 66 and 77 (Fig. 11) from the Battery Charge Rectifier BCR terminais. Set a
VOM to its "Rxl" scaie and zero the meter. Connect the meter test ieads across the terminal ends of Wires 66 and 77, just removed from Battery Charge Rectifier BCR. The
VOM should indicate Stator Battery Charge Winding resistance, as follows:
Series NP45G = 0.12 ohm Series NP55G = 0.09 Ohm Series NP65G = 0.07 ohm
All test readings are plus or minus 10%.
Now, set the VOM to its "Rxl 0,000" scale and zero the meter. Connect one VOM test lead to terminal end of Wire 66, remaining test lead to a dean frame ground. No upscale movement of the meter should be noted (infinity).
Test Results:
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Test Results: A. Resistor R1 checks GOOD: Repeat Steps 1 through 4
under Problem No. 3. B. Resistor R1 checks BAD: Replace Resistor R1.
Figure 12. Resistor R1
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Problem No. 4 - Engine Starts Hard, Runs
Rough
Step 1 - Check Engine Ignition System
A. Battery Charge Winding checks GOOD: Go to Step 6 B. Battery Charge Winding checks BAD: Replace Stator
Assembly.
Test Procedure: Inside the generator panel, locate Resistor R1 (Fig. 12). Test wire 0 (between Resistor R1 and frame ground connection) for an open condition. Correct open condition, if necessary, before proceeding. Disconnect Wire 55 form the Resistor to prevent interac
Test Procedure: Refer to ENGINE TROUBLESHOOT ING section. Also see ENGINE SERVICE MANUAL.
Test Results: A. Ignition system checks GOOD: Go to Step 2. B. Ignition system checks BAD: Repair or replace defec
tive component(s). Step 2 - Check Carburetlon Test Procedure: See ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING
section. Also see ENGINE SERVICE MANUAL. Test Results: A. Checks GOOD: Go to Step 3. B. Checks BAD: Adjust, repair or replace as necessary. Step 3 - Check Engine Compression Test Procedure: Refer to ENGINE TROUBLESHOOT
ING section. Also see ENGINE SERVICE MANUAL. Test Results: A. Engine checks GOOD: Go to Step 4. B. Engine checks BAD: Repair as required.
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Step 4 - Test Automatic Choke
Step 2 - Check Wire 18
Test Procedure: Refer to Steps 7 and 8 of Problem No. 2 for automatic choke system test procedures. See AD JUSTMENTS section as well.
Test Results: A. Choke tests GOOD; Repeat Steps 1 thru 3.
B. Choke tests BAD: Repair, adjust or replace defective
component(s) as necessary.
Problem No. 5 - Engine Won’t Shut Down
Step 1 - Check Start/Stop Switch.
Test Procedure: Test the Start/Stop Switch (Fig. 13) as follows;
1. Check Wire 0 (between Start/Stop Switch and ground
terminai QT) for open condition. Ground connection
must be good before proceeding.
2. Disconnect Wires 17 and 18 from Switch terminals, to prevent interaction.
3. Set VOM "Rxl" scale and zero the meter.
4. Connect one meter probe to the Wire 17 terminal, and connect the remaining test probe to Wire 0 (ground) terminal. Meter should indicate infinity.
5. Actuate the Switch to its START position. Meter
should read continutity.
6. Release Switch. Meter should indicate infinity.
Test Procedure: Refer to WIRING DIAGRAM, Page 11. Test Wire 18 between Ignition Shutdown Module ISD and
Start/Stop Switch for open or shorted condition. Also check Wire 18 between Start/Stop Switch and Control
Relay CR2 for open or shorted condition. Test Results: A. Wire 18 checks GOOD: Go to Step 3.
B. Wire 18 checks BAD: Repair or replace.
Step 3 • Check Engine Ignition System
Test Procedure: See ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING
section in this Manual. Also see ENGINE SERVICE
MANUAL.
Test Results:
Repair or replace defective ignition components as
necessary.
Problem No. 6 - Loss of Generator a-c
Output
step 1 - Check Circuit Breakers CB1/CB2
Test Procedure: Try resetting applicable circuit breaker.
If this does not correct the problem, use a VOM to test
the circuit breakers.
Test Results:
A. Problem is corrected by resetting Breaker: STOP test.
7. Set Switch to STOP. Meter should indicate infinity.
8. Connect one meter probe to the Wire 18 terminal of Switch, and connect the remaining test probe to Wire 0 (ground) terminal. With Switch at START, VOM should indicate infinity. Hold Switch at STOP and meter should read continuity.
Test Results: A. Start/Stop Switch SW1 checks GOOD: Go to Step 2.
B. Circuit Breaker tests GOOD, still little or no a-c output:
Go to Step 2. C. Circuit Breaker tests BAD: Replace Circuit
Breaker(s). Step 2 - Check Vehicle Wiring
Test Procedure: Check vehicle a-c wiring and a-c dis tribution components.
Test Results: A. Vehicle wiling checks GOOD: Go to Step 3
B. Vehicle wiring checks BAD; Repair or replace as needed.
Step 3 - Check a-c Voltage and Frequency Test Procedures: Check generator a-c output voltage
frequency (Fig. 14) as follows:
1. Disconnect generator a-c output leads T1 (red), T2 (white) and T3 (black) in the junction box where they connect to vehicle wiring.
2. Connect an accurate a-c voltmeter and frequency meter across generator a-c output leads T1 (red) and T2 (white).
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3. Start the generator engine, let it stabilize and warm up at NO-LOAD.
Figure 14. Test Points fora-c Voitage/Frequency
4. Read the no-load a-c voltage and frequency. Indicated
readings should be 124 volts at 62 Hz. Test Results: A. Voltage and Frequency check GOOD: Go to Step 4.
B. Voltage and Frequency are both high or low: Go to Step 5.
time. This total should be less than the generator’s rated wattage/amperage capacity. Reduce electrical loading as necessary.
B. A ground fault condition may exist in the generator or
on one or nwre connected electrical loads. This can
increase current flow dramatically and may cause circuit breakers to trip. See INSULATION RESISTANCE
TESTS on Page 9.
C. Loss of engine power may have occurred. Check engine for adequate air flow, clogged air cleaner, incor rect ignition timing, mechanical failure, incorrectly ad
justed carburetor, etc. Complete repairs to engine as
necessary.
Step 5 - Check/Adjust Engine Governor Test Procedure: If the no-load voltage and frequency
are both correspondingly high or low, adjustment of the engine governor may be required. See ADJUSTMENTS section. Following governor adjustment to the correct a-c
frequency, the a-c voltage must be checked. If engine
speed (frequency) is correct but a-c voltage is not, adjust ment of the Electronic Voltage Regulator may be re quired.
Test Results: A. Voltage and Frequency are correct: STOP tests.
C. Low or no a-c voltage: Go to Step 6. D. Frequency GOOD, Volts HIGH: Go to Step 10. Step 4 • Check Load Voltage and Frequency
NOTE: If the no-load voltage and frequency were within specified limits but operational problems occur when electrical loads are applied, check the a-c voltage and frequency under load.
Test Procedure: Proceed as follows:
1. Check that load leads are properly connected to a-c
output terminals T1 (red), T2 (white) and T3 (black).
2. Connect an accurate a-c voltmeter and frequency meter to a-c output leads. Connect meters across leads
T1 (red) and T2 (white).
3. Start the generator engine, let it stabilize and warm up.
Then, turn ON electrical loads by whatever means
provided (such as doubie throw switch or circuit breaker).
Apply loads as dose as possible to the unit’s rated
maximum continuous wattage/amperage capacity.
4. With rated loads applied, check the a-c voitage and frequency readings. Voitage shouid be at least 116 volts; frequency should be at least 58 Hz (or higher).Test
Results: If voltage and frequency are good at no-load but drop excessively when electrical loads are applied, check the following.
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B. Voitage/Frequency still incorrect. Go to Step 6. Step 6 - Check Field Boost Circuit
NOTE: Some "residual" magnetism Is normally present in the Rotor (revolving field). This residual magnetism should be adequate to create the neces sary "pickup" voltage In the Stator windings. For that reason, failure of the Field Boost function will not usually cause a problem unless the Rotor's residual magnetism Is also lost.
Test Procedure: Test the Field Boost circuit as follows (Figure 15):
1. Disconnect Wires 4 from Pin 2 of the Choke Module
CM.
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A. Generator may be overloaded. Add up the wattage or amperage of all electrical loads being operated at one
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2. Connect the positive (+) test iead of the a d-c voitnieter to Pin 2 of Choke Moduie CM. Connect negative (-) test iead to a ciean frame ground.
3. Crank the engine. The voitmeter should indicate about
7-10 volts d-c with engine cranking.
Test Results: A. Engine won’t crank: Go to Problem No. 1. B. Engine cranks but no d-c voltage is indicated: Replace
Choke Module CM and recheck for proper voltage. If voltage is good, STOP test.
C. Engine cranks and normal voltage is indicated: Con tinue test.
4. Gain access to Brushes and Slip Rings (Fig. 16).
5. Connect the positive lead of a d-c voltmeter to the terminal of the positive (+) brush (RED lead connection).
Connect voltmeter test lead to a clean frame ground.
6. Crank engine. The voltmeter should indicate about 7-10 volts d-c with engine cranking.
Step 7 - Check Stator Excitation Windings
Test Procedure: Disconnect Stator Excitation Winding
output leads 2 and 6 (Fig. 17) from the Electronic Voltage Regulator. Set a VOM to its "Rxl" scale and zero the meter. Connect VOM test leads across terminal ends of Wires 2 and 6. The VOM needle should swing upscale and Indicate the following resistance:
NP45G Units = 2.2 Ohms
NP55G Units = 1.8 ohms NP65G Units = 1.6 ohms
*AII resistance values are plus or minus 10%.
Now, set the VOM to its "Rxl 0,000" scale and again zero
the meter. Connect one VOM test lead to Wire 2, and the
remaining test lead to a dean frame ground. You should not detect any upscale movement (infinity) of the VOM needle.
Test Results: A. Engine won’t crank: Go to Problem No. 1
B. Engine cranks and no d-c voltage indicated, but volt
age was indicated in Item 3 of test: Repair or replace Wire 4 between Choke Module CM and the positive (+)
brush. C. Engine cranks and normal voltage indicated: Go to
Step 7.
Test Results: A. Excitation windings check GOOD: Go to Step 8. .
B. Excitation windings check BAD: Replace Stator As
sembly.
NOTE: Also see INSULATION RESISTANCE TESTS on Page 9. Typically, In the above test, a low resis tance indicates a shorted condition; a high resls­tance Indicates an open condition.
Test 8 ■ Check Stator a-c Power Warnings Test Procedure:, Test the Stator (Fig. 18) a-c power
windings as follows:
1. Disconnect a-c power winding output leads 11 and 22
from the Electronic Voltage Regulator.
2. Disconnect a-c power winding output lead 33 from
Circuit Breaker CB1.
3. At the wire nut junction of a-c output leads 22 and 44, separate the two wires.
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4. Set a VOM to its "Rx1" scale and zero the meter. Connect VOM test leads across wire ends of Wires 11 and 22 and note the resistance reading, in ohms. Resis tance should be as follows (plus or minus 10%);
NP45G Units = 0.4 ohms NP55G Units = 0.3 ohms NP65G Units = 0.2 ohms
5. Connect VOM test leads across wire ends of Wires 33 and 44. Again, note the resistance. Resistance should be the same as in Item 4 above.
6. Set VOM to its "Rxl 0,000” scale and zero the meter.
Connect one VOM test lead to Wire 11 and the second test lead to frame ground. The VOM needle should not
move upscale (infinity). Now, connect one test lead to Wire 33 and the second lead to frame ground. Meter
should indicate infinity.
Test Results:
A. Power Windings check GOOD: Go to Step 9.
B. Power Windings check BAD: Replace Stator Assemb
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2. Set a VOM to its "Rxl: scale and zero the meter. Connect VOM positive (+) test lead to the positive (■<-) Slip Ring (nearest the Rotor bearing). Connect negative (-) VOM test lead to the negative (-) Slip Ring. Meter should indicate the following resistance (plus or minus 10%) at
20°C (68®F).
NP45G Units =13.9 ohms
NP55G Units = 15.5 ohms NP65G Units = 11.1 ohms
3. Reassemble Brushes and Brush Holder, retain Brush Holder and Wires. Make sure Brushes are properly seated in Brush Holder and are contacting the Slip Rings properly. Rotate Rotor several times to seat Brushes against Slip Rings.
Test Results: A. Rotor circuit checks GOOD: Go to Step 10.
B. Rotor circuit tests BAD: Repair or replace defective
wire(s) or brushes. Replace defective Rotor Assembly.
Step 10 - Check Voltage Regulator Sensing
NOTE: Sensing signals to the Electronic Voltage Regulator are delivered via Wires 11 and 22. Loss of these sensing signals to the Regulator due to an open or shorted condition (in a non-compensated Regulator) normally means a "Full Field" condition and resultant high a-c voltage output. However, the NP series generators are equipped with a VoHage Regulator that provides automatic protection against an open sensing circuit and the resultant high voltage condition. Should sensing wires 11 or 22 open, Voltage Regulator action will automatically open the Excitation circuit to the Rotor and a-c output voltage will drop dramatically. Total a-c volt
age output from the Stator a-c power windings will
be a result of residual Rotor magnetism only.
Step 9 - Check Rotor (Field) Circuit Test Procedure: Use a VOM to test Wire 4, between
Electronic Voltage Regulator and Choke Module for open or shorted condition. Wire 4 between Choke Module and Brushes was previously tested in Step 6. Then, inspect brushes and slip rings and test Rotor as follows:
1. Remove Wires 4 and 0 from Brushes, then remove Brush Holder. Inspect Brushes and Brush Holder. Replace if cracked, damaged, worn excessively, etc. Inspect Slip Rings. If they are dull or tarnished, polish
with fine sandpaper. DO NOT USE ANY METALLIC
GRIT TO CLEAN SLIP RINGS. Use low pressure air (25 psi or less) to blow away cleaning residue.
Test Procedure: Recheck Wires 11 and 22, between the Electronic Voitage Regulator and the Stator, as outlined in Step 8.
Test Results: A. Wires 11 and/or 22 indicate open or shorted condition:
Repair or replace wires as necessary. B. Wires 11 and 22 check GOOD: Go to Step 11. Step 11- Check/Adjust Voltage Regulator Test Procedure: Refer to ADJUSTMENTS section.
With correct a-c frequency indicated, try adjusting the Voltage Regulator. Frequency and voltage must both be within the specified limits.
Test Results: A. Frequency GOOD, cannot adjust in the correct volt
age: Replace the Voltage Regulator, adjust and test unit.
B. Frequency and Voltage both GOOD: STOP tests.
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ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING

General
Most problems pertinent to engine operation may be clas sified as one (or a combination) of №e following:
1. Will not start
2. Hard Starting
3. Lack of power
4. Vibration
5. Overheating
6. High oil consumption
When the cause of a problem is not readily apparent, per form a check of the engine’s Compression, Ignition and
Carburation systems. Checkout of these systems, if per
formed in a systematic manner, can usually be done in a few minutes. It is the fastest and surest method of finding the cause of a problem.
What appears to be an engine problem may sometimes be caused by the system that the engine is driving. For example, overloading the generator (exceeding its wat tage capacity) can cause the same indications as an un derpowered engine. A shorted condition in the generator or in electrical loads connected to the generator can also appear to be an underpowered engine.
Checking Engine Compression
For instructions and information on checking engine com pression, refer to the ENGINE SERVICE MANUAL. If
compression is poor, look for:
1. Loose spark plug(s)
2. Loose cylinder head bolts
3. Blown head gasket(s)
4. Burned valves or valve seats
5. Insufficient valve tappet clearance
6. Warped cylinder head(s)
7. Warped valve stems
8. Worn cylinder bore and/or rings
9. Broke connecting rod(s)
Check Engine ignition
Checkout and servicing of the engine ignition system is discussed in detail, in the ENGINE SERVICE MANUAL.
To check ignition system operation, connect a SPARK
TESTER to the end of a the Spark Plug wires. Then, crank the engine with both spark plugs removed. If a hot blue spark jumps the Spark Tester gap, you may assume the Ignition System is working properly. If spark jumps the Tester gap, you may wish to try new spark plugs. If spark does NOT jump the Tester gap, look for:
1. Defective gnition Module(s) IM1 and IM2
2. Defective Ignition Shutdown Module ISD
3. Defective Control Relay CR2
NOTE: If engine runs but misses during operation, check to see If Ignition System Is at fault by connect Ing the Spark Tester between the high tension Spark Plug wire and the Spark Plugs. A spark miss will be readily apparent
Check Carburetion
See TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES. Before
making a carburetion check, make sure (a) an adequate
supply of fuel is available, (b) all fuel shutoff valve(s) are open, and (c) fuel flow is adequate. Try adjusting the en gine carburetor. Check automatic choke operation and
make sure the choke is adjusted property. If engine will not start, remove and Inspect the Spark Plug.
If Spark Plug is WET, look for:
1. Overchoking
2. Excessively rich fuel mixture
3. Water in fuel
4. Intake valve stuck open
If Spark Plug is DRY, look for:
1. Leaking carburetor gasket(s)
2. Dirty or gummy carburetor
3. Intake valve stuck closed
4. Inoperative fuel pump
A simple check to determine if fuel is reaching the com bustion chamber is to remove the spark plugs and pour a small amount of gasoline through the Spark Plug hole.
Install and tighten Spark Plugs. Crank engine. If engine
fires a few times and then stops, look for the same con ditions as a dry plug.
Other Problems that Might Affect Engine Operation
1. Hard Starting or Will Not Start
a. Loose drive belts or pulleys- these can cause a "backlash" effect that will counteract engine cranking effort. b. Starting under load- attempting to start with heavy electrical loads applied can often cause problems. c. Shorted condition in the generator or in connected electrical loads can impose a heavy load on the en gine, thus preventing start.
2. Vibration
a. Check for defective or damaged pulleys, drive belts, or Rotor. b. Check for loose mounting bolts and tighten.
3. Power Loss ■
a. Check for binding or drag in drive train (pulleys and belts)
b. Check for defective Rotor bearing. c. Check for Rotor contact with Stator windings. d. Check for excessive drive belt tension.
4. Noise a. Check for a damaged Rotor and/or Stator b. Check for loose or damaged pulleys and drive belts.
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ADJUSTMENTS

General
This section is inciuded with other a-c generator informa tion, because the covered information is so important to
proper generator operation and correct a-c output. The
engine governor adjustment may belong in the ENGINE
SERVICE MANUAL. However, that adjustment is so important to correct a-c output frequency and voltage that it is included here.
Adjustments included in this section include thefollowing:
1. Engine governor adjustment.
2. Voltage Regulator adjustment
3. Automatic Choke adjustment.
NOTE: An optional LP gas (propane) fuel system Is available for use with the NP series generators. Instructions for the installation and adjustment of the LP gas conversion kit are Included with the kit.
Engine Governor Adjustment
A Also see ROTOR ROTATIONAL SPEED on Page 4
of this Manual. The engine governor is generally ad
justed to deliver a generator a-c output frequency of
61-62 Hz, with no electricai loads connected to the gen erator. Following the no-load adjustment of engine
speed, unit operation shouid be checked with a ioad
applied. Adjust the engine governor as foiiows:
6. Check a-c frequency; it should be 61 -63 Hz. If not, turn ADJUSTER NUT until frequency is correct.
7. With governed speed at 61-63 Hz (no-load), check voltage reading. Voltage should be 122-126 volts. If not, adjustment of the Voltage Regulator is required.
1. Visually inspect ANTI-LASH SPRING, make sure it is not broken or disengaged. Spring ends must be hooked into GOVERNOR LEVER at bottom end and into car buretor THROTTLE LEVER at top.
2. Loosen GOVERNOR CLAMP NUT.
3. Push spring end of GOVERNOR LEVER ail the way up, to wide open throttle position. While holding the
LEVER down, insert a screwdriver into siotted end of GOVERNOR SHAFT and rotate SHAFT fuliy counterclockwise. Then, tighten the GOVERNOR
CLAMP NUT to 100 inch-pounds of torque.
CAUTION!: Governor shaft MUST be rotated fully counterclockwise with throttle wide open or full governor travel will not be reached. Governor clamp
nut must be tight Or full governor travel may be lost
due to vibration.
4. Connect an accurate a-c frequency meter and
voltmeter across generator a-c output leads T2 (white)
and T3 (black) for Series NP45G/NP55G; or across ieads
T1 (red) and T2 (white) for Series NP65G. See Step 3
under Probiem No. 6 on Page 19. (Check A-C VOLTAGE
AND FREQUENCY).
5. Start the engine. Let it stabilize and warm up for a few minutes with NO ELECTRiCAL LOADS APPLiED TO
GENERATOR.
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Voltage Regulator Adjustment
CAUTION: DO NOT adjust the Voltage Regulator
until a-c output frequency Is correct. See ENGINE GOVERNOR ADJUSTMENT.
B Check that a-c frequency is correct, as outiined in
ENGiNE GOVERNOR ADJUSTMENT. If frequency Is within stated limit (61-63 Hz), a-c voltage output should be 122-126 volts. If voltage is not correct, adjust the Voitage Regulator by turning the VOLTAGE ADJUST potentiometer slowly until a-c voltage Is within the stated limits. Voltage regulator is mounted in the generator
24
Automatic Choke Adjustment C Check automatic choke operation and (if necessary)
adjust the choke as foiiows:­a. Check Choke Operation:- Crank the engine whiie ob
serving automatic choke operation, initiaily, the Choke Soienoid shouid energize to dose choke for about 0.2 to
0.4 seconds and then de-energize for about 2 seconds to open the choke. This open/ciose cycie shouid repeat it­seif untii the engine starts and cranking is terminated.
b. Pre-Choke Adjustment:- With engine cold and Choke Solenoid NOT actuated, check that carburetor choke plate is about 1/8 Inch away from its full open position. If necessary to obtain the desired setting, use needle nose pliers to bend tip of BI-METAL.
c. Choke Solenoid Adjustment:- Loosen screws that retain the CHOKE SOLENOID to its retaining bracket. Slide the CHOKE SOLENOID in the slotted holes to ad just axial movement of the SOLENOID plunger. Adjust the axial movement so that, with the carburetor choke plate closed, the CHOKE SOLENOID plunger Is just bot tomed in the solenoid coil (plunger at full actuated posi tion). With choke plate closed and plunger bottomed in the coil, tighten the two screws. Then, crank engine and check choke operation.
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Drawing No. 75464

Exploded View of Sheet Metal

Drawing No. 75464
'EM
1
2
3 67198-N 4 5 6 7 74904 8 56892 9
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
19 73191 20 21 22 23 11-74260 24 25 26 27 22717-B 1 GROMMET. Rubber 28 29 67866 30 74955 31 74965 32 33 34 48031-E 35 36 74956 37 42907 38 39
40
41
42 29289 43
PART NO.
67877 1
67890 74915 1 SCREEN, Air Inlet 63036 6
70520 74903 74916 74908 8 73190
73189
73188
74902 43146 4 22097 4 LOCKWASHER- M6
48571
22129 2 75246
74900 73186 23484-D 1
22717-A 2 GROMMET, Rubber
22447 1 40936
47662-BB
46509
08-74260
09-74260
48031-D
73132
REQ’D DESCRIPTION
1 ENGINE ASSY (See EXPLODED VIEW OF V-TWIN
ENGINE)
KEY. Woodruff- 6 X 25 1 WASHER, Belleville 1
1
22 1 MODULE, Shorting 1 1
1 WRAPPER- No. 2 Cylinder
1
1
2 WRAPPER, Barrel
1 2
4 1 WIRE ASSY- No. 16 1 COVER, Starter 1
1 1
1
1
1 CLAMP, Hose 1 1 BRACKET, Oil Makeup Pump 1 1 1 1 WIRE ASSY (Ground)-15" long 2 CLAMP, Hose 2 TAPE, Foam 2 BOOT, Spark Plug
NUT, Hex-M20-1.50
SCREW (Crlmptite)- No. 8-32 x 1/4" HOUSING, Engine Top
SCREW (Crlmptite)- No. 10-32 x 3/8"
SCROLL, Flywheel
COVER, Base #2 SCREW (Taptite)- M5 x 10mm
COVER. Valley WRAPPER- No. 1 Cylindert
CAPSCREW, Hex Head- M6-1.00 x 10mm
COVER, Base- No. 1 Cylinder CAPSCREW, Hex Head- M8-1.25 x 10mm
LOCKWASHER- M8
SCREW (Taptite)- 3/8"-16 x 1/4"
WRAPPER, Crankcase BUSHING, Snap
O-RING PROBE, Oil Makeup
RETAINER, Oil Makeup Probe WASHER (Shakeproof)- M6 SCREW, Socket Head- M6-1.00 x 8mm
HOSE- 5/16" ID
CAPSCREW, Hex Head- M8-1.25 x 16mm PUMP, Oil Makeup WIRE ASSY (Ground)- 5.5" long
27
Drawing No. 75218
28

Exploded View of Base & Pulleys

Drawing No. 75218
ART NO.
1 72372 1 2
72382
3 38353
25017 4
4
22237 12
5
22241
6 7
72391 73147 2
8
45771
9
10 52858 11 51730
12 29459
75215
13 14
73146
15 75209
73174
16
67897 1
17
55173
18
19 72383
56892
20
75224-A
21
A
V
75224-B 75224-C 73106-A 1
ZZ
73106-B 73106-C 75216
23 24 49451
25 42633
26 72381 27 73118
28 74906
74908 9
29
72375
30 31 73185 32 22097
74909
33
75242
34
74910
35 36 73156
37 49099
48031-E
38
47662-U
39
47662-BQ 1
40
50190 74913
REQ’D
43 73181
1
4
4 2
2 8 2
2 2 4 SLiDE (Nylon) 2
1
4
2 32
1
1 1
1 1
1
5
1
1 1
12
1 1 1 1
4
4 CLAMP, Hose- 3/8"
5
DESCRIPTION BASE, Mounting
PAN, Collector MOUNT (Rubber) CAPSCREW, Hex Head 3/8"-16 X 1/2" LOCKWASHER- MIO NUT, Hex - 3/8"-16 SKID, Rubber Mount BOLT, Safety
NUT, Hex-M8-1.25 NUT, Flanged Lock- M8-1.25 CAPSCREW, Hex Head M8-1.25 X 60mm SPRING, Belt Tensioner WASHER, Spring Center
SUPPORT, Nylon Slide
manìpolo. Exhaust
GASKET, Exhaust Manifold CAPSCREW, Hex Head
M8-1.25 X 20mm (Grade 10.9) GASKET, Collector Pan SCREW (CrimptHe)- No. 10-24
PULLEY, Engine Fan (NP45G)
PULLEY, Engine Fan (NP55G)
PULLEY, Engine Fan (NP65G)
PULLEY, Generator Fan (NP45G)
PULLEY, Fan (NP55G Only)
PULLEY, Fan (NP65G Only)
BELT (Poly V 4L)- 40"
WASHER, Pulley Retainer CAPSCREW, Socket Head 3/8"-24x1" (Grade 5) GUIDE, Blower Housing CAPSCREW, Hex Head 3/8"-24 X 2-1/2" SCREW (TapWe)- M6-1.00 x 20 SCREW (Taptite)- M5-0.80 x 10
HOUSING, Blower
SPACER, Blower Housing
LOCKWASHER- M6
CAPSCREW, Hex Head
M5-0.80 X 70mm
SPRING, Generator Set Mount
1 1 1
1
1
1
TANK, Oil Makeup
CAP, Oil Makeup Tank
ELBOW- 90' Barbed
HOSE- 3/8" X 6" long HOSE- 3/8" ID X 25" long
WASHER, Tank Retainer
CAPSCREW, Hex Head
M6-1.00 X 110mm
TUBE, Oil Fill and Drain
EM PART NO.
44 74958
67871
45
67866
46 47 73135
73138
48
74936
49
43790
50
47662-BC
51 52 35461
69811
53
65852
54
52857
55
73179
56 57 70185
60108
58 59 74948
74950
60
74951
61
73134
62
38750
63
64 74949
69547
65
46453
66 67
29289
35472
68
75281
69
43181
70
43182
71 72 22473
75237
73
61274
74
75474
75
73176
76 77 74907
75226
78
56892
79
75229
80
75227
81 82 43116
22473
83
22097
84
72384-B
85
74908
86 87 74906
76267
88
REQ’D
1 1 0-RING, Cap 1
1 1 1
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
3 1 1
1
3
1
1
1
-
1
1
2 2
1
4 1 1 1 1 1
4 1 1
4
4
4
1
3
1
DESCRIPTION CAP & DIPSTICK ASSY
O-RING, Drain PIPE, OH Drain Adapter
ELBOW, 90’ - 3/8" NPT NIPPLE- 3/8" NPT X 2-1/4" ELBOW- 3/8’ NPT X 3/8’ HOSE- 3/8’ X 10-1/2" FITTING, Barbed-1/4’ NPT x 3/8 CAP, Hex - 1/4’ NPT CLIP, Hose Retainer NUT, Flanged Lock- M6-1.00 SUPPORT, Oil Filter FILTER, Oil (FRAM #PH3614) SWITCH, OH Pressure FITTING- 5/16’
TUBE, Outer Oil
TUBE, Inner OH ADAPTER, OH Pad
CAPSCREW, Hex Head M6-1.00 X 30mm FITTING, Barbed 90’ - 5/16’
GASKET, oil Pad
LUG, Grounding
TAPE, Foanv 1/16" thick x 8 ft.
CLAMP SWITCH, High Temperature SCREW, Pan Head- M3-0.50
LOCKWASHER- M3 FLATWASHER- M6
WASHER, Spring Retainer
SWITCH, High Water Temp. CAP, Vynyl-17D X 42L x 2H ELBOW, Exhaust CLAMP, Exhaust- 1-1/8" COVER, Air SCREW (Crimptite)- No. 10-32 GASKET, Slide Pan SLIDE PAN
CAPSCREW, Hex Head M6-1.00 X 12mm FLATWASHER- M6 LOCKWASHER- M6 COVER, Exhaust Outlet SCREW (TapWe)- M5 x 10mm SCREW (TapWe)- M6-1.00 x 20
2
SPACER (Plastic)
29
Drawing No. 75231
30
Exploded View of Alternator and Panel
Drawing No. 75231
ITEM PARTNO. REQ’D DESCRIPTION
72376 1 CARRIER, Lower Bearing 73160 1 ROTOR ASSY- NP45Q 73161 73162
3
31971
4
73159 1 BEARING, Ball 73164
5
73165 1
73166 1 6 72379 7
73145 4 STUD, Stator 8 45771 9
66386 10 66849 2 SCREW- M5-0.80 x 15mm 11
75203 1 12
74908 1 SCREW- M5-0.80 x 10mm
75214 4
13 14
27756
15 74905 1 16 52858 17
29451
18
75201 19 74906 20 74939 1
22097
21 22 43116 4 CAPSCREW, Hex Head
56739
74260-10 1 CABLE, Starter
53407
25 26
74911 27 48031-D 4 28 75213 1 FILTER, Fuel 29 71908 4 MOUNT, Rubber 30 22473 31 49813 7 NUT, Hex - M6 32 75202 1
1 1 ROTOR ASSY- NP65Q
1 BEARING, Ball
1
1 CARRIER, Upper Bearing
4
1 HOLDER, Brush
4
4
-
1 BRACKET, Panel
4
11
1
2
1
4 FLATWASHER- M6
ROTOR ASSY- NP55Q
STATOR ASSY- NP45G
STATOR ASSY- NP55G STATOR ASSY- NP65G
NUT, Hex-M8-1.25
CLAMP, Stator Wire
SPACER, Cover WASHER- Nylon HOUSING, Top NUT, Flanged Lock- M8-1.25
TAPE, Foam Rubber- 3 feet long
SCREW- M6-1.00 X 20mm
PUMP, Fuel LOCKWASHER- M6
M6-1.00 X 12mm
CONTACTOR, Starter
CABLE, Panel Ground ELBOW, Pump Inlet CLAMP, Hose-5/16"
HOUSING, Panel
EM PART NO. REQ’D DESCRIPTION
34616
33
39271 1
34
73601
35
74074
36 37 22264 5
51787
38
75235 2 SCREW- M5-0.80 x 30mm
39
75234
40 41 74095
75210-A 1 BLOCK, Tenninal
42
49226
43 44 65795
75205
45
75204
46 47 75200
75208
48
32300
49
22676
50
53650
51
75244 1 CABLE ASSY- Remote
52
75471 1 BREAKER, Circuit- 30 amp
53* 54** 75470 1 BREAKER, Circuit- 20 amp
47662-AW 1
55
56 73513 57 57345
63036 2 SCREW-No. 8-18 X 1/4"
58 59 33136
22155
60
22985
61 62 22188
51715 5
63
64 25433 65 56893
66 36900
67
73129
1
1 1
5 SCREW, Hex Head- M4-0.70
1 1 CAPSCREW, Hex Head
2 LOCKWASHER- M5
1 RECTIFIER, Battery Charge 1 1 RELAY-12 volts d-c 1 1 1 HOLDER, Fuse 1 1 CONNECTOR
4 SCREW- No. 10-32 x 1/2" 2
4 SCREW, Hex Head Machine
4 LOCKWASHER- No. 6 4 FLATWASHER- No. 6 4 NUT, Hex - No. 6-32
1 1 SCREW (Crimptite)- No. 10-24 4 SCREW, Pan Head Machine
1
CONNECTOR- 3/4" CONNECTOR, 90’ - 3/4"
MODULE ASSY- Choke REGULATOR, Voltage LOCKWASHER- M4
RESISTOR
M6-1.00 x 60mm
RELAY-12 volts a-c
PANEL, Control SWITCH, Start/Stop
FUSE-15 amp
HOSE- 5/16" ID X 4-1/2"
LUG
No. 6-32 X 5/8"
NUT, Hex- M4-0.70
LUG, Ground
No. 6-32x1/4"
DECAL- Control Panel
31
* Used on NP65G Series ** Used on NP45G & NP55G Series
ELECTRICAL FORMULAS
DESIRED DATA
Kilowatts*
KVA*
Horsepower*****
Amperes**
Amperes***
Amperes****
Alternating Cun
1-PHASE
Volts X Amps X Power Factor
1000
Volts xAmps
1000
Volts X Amps X lOOxP.F.
746 X Efficiency
H.P, X 746 X Efficiency
Volts X 100 xP.F.
Kilowatts X 1000
Volts X P.F.
kVAxIOOO
Volts
rent
3-PHASE
1.73 X Volts X Amps x Power Factor
1.73 x Volts x Amps
1.73 X Volts X Amps X 100 x P.F.
746 X Efficiency
H.P. X 746 X Efficiency
1.73 X Volts X 100 X P.F.
Kilowatts X 1000
1.73X Volts X P.F.
kVAxIOOO
1.73 X Volts
1000
____
1000
Frequency RPM x Rotor Poles
2x60
No. of Rotor Poles
RPM
* Generator output or loa
** When Horsepower is kr
*** When Kilowatts is knov
**** When kVA is known
***** Engine output
d input
lown
vn
2 X 60 X Frequency
RPM
2 X 60 X Frequency No. of Rotor Poles
RPM X Rotor Poles
2x60
2 X 60 X Frequency
RPM
2 X 60 X Frequency
No. of Rotor Poles
32
SPECIFICATIONS
Series NP45G
Model Number...................................................9009-0
Rated Maximum Power Rated a-c Voltage
Rated Maximum Current
At 120 volts a-c............................................37.5 amps
At 240 volts a-c............................................18.75 amps
Rated Frequency
Phase.................................................................1-Phase
No. of Rotor Poles............................................2
Governed Rotor Speed at No-Load Rotor & Stator Winding Nominal Resistance
Battery Charge Windings
Excitation Winding
Stator a-c Power Windings
Rotor Windings
....................................
.............................................
..............................................
................
...........................
.....................................
........................
...........................................
4500 watts 120 volts*
60 Hz
3720 rpm
0.12 ohm
2.21 ohms
0.42 ohm
13.9 ohms
Series NP55G
Model Number
Rated Maximum Power....................................5500 watts
Rated a-c Voitage.............................................120 volts*
Rated Maximum Current
At 120 voits a-c
At 240 volts a-c
Rated Frequency..............................................60 Hz
Phase
................................................................
No. of Rotor Poles............................................2
Governed Rotor Speed at No-Load
Rotor & Stator Winding Nominal Resistance
Battery Charge Windings Excitation Winding Stator a-c Power Windings
Rotor Windings...........................................15.5 ohms
..................................................
...........................................
...........................................
................
..........................
.....................................
........................
9010-0
45.8 amps
22.9 amps
1-Phase
3720 rpm
0.09 ohm
1.84 ohms
0.29 ohm
Series NP65G
Model Number...................................................9011-0
Rated Maximum Power Rated a-c Voltage Rated Maximum Current
At 120 volts a-c............................................54.2 amps
At 240 volts..................................................27.1 amps
Rated Frequency
Phase.................................................................1-Phase
No. of Rotor Poles............................................2
Governed Rotor Speed at No-Load
Rotor & Stator Winding Nominal Resistance
Battery Charge Windings
Excitation Winding
Stator a-c Power Windings
Rotor Windings...........................................11.1 ohms
* All units can be reconnected to 120/240 volts, 1 phase, 60 Hz, a-c output. See GENERATOR A-C CONNEC TION SYSTEM on Page 5.
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..............................................
................
...........................
.....................................
........................
6500 watts 120 volts*
60 Hz
3720 rpm
0.07 ohm
1.67 ohms
0.23 ohm
33
'NP" Serles generators are designed and manufactured by
GENERAC CORPORATION • P.O. BOX 8 • WAUKESHA, Wl 53187
(414) 544-4811 • FAX 414/544-4851
Revision 4 (08/31/S1)
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