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Portable Generator Owner's Manual

Model No. 1576-0 (3,600 Watt AC Generator) Manual No. 188373 Revision0 (5/8/2001)

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Generac Portable Products 3,600 Watt Generator

EQUIPMENT

DESCRIPTION

The generator isan engine-driven, revolving field,

alternating current (AC) generator. It was designedto

supply electrical power for operating compatible electrical

lighting, appliance,tool and motor loads.This manual

contains information for a generator that operates

120and/or 240 Volt, singlephase,60 Hz devicesthat

require up to 3,600 watts (3.6 kW) of power that pull up

to 30.0 Amps at 120Volts or 15.0Amps at 240 Volts.

CAUTION! Do Not exceed the generator's

wattage/amperagecapacity.Add up the rated watts of all

devicesyou are connecting to generator receptacles at one

time. This total should not be greater than 3,600watts.

See"Don't Overload the Generator" on page8.

The 3,600 watt portable generator hasthe following

features:

•120/240Volt, 20 Amp locking receptacle.

• 120Volt, 20 Amp duplex receptacle.

• Low Oil Shutdown: Automatically shuts down the engine

if oil drops below safe operation level.

• 4 gallon overhead fuel tank.

• The generator's revolving field isdriven at about

3,600 rpm by a Briggsand Stratton 6.5 h.p. engine.

_, CAUTION! Do Not tamper with engine

governed speed. High operating speedsare

dangerous and increase risk of personal injury or

damageto equipment. The generator supplies

correct rated frequency and voltage only when

running at proper governed speed. Incorrect

frequency and/or voltage can damagesome

connected electrical loads.Operating at excessively

low speeds imposesa heavy load at such reduced

speeds,when adequate engine power isnot

available,and mayshorten engine life.

The EmissionControl System for this generator is

warranted for standards set by the Environmental

Protection Agency. For warranty information refer to the

engine owner's manual.

SAFETY RULES

This generator set was designed and manufactured for

specific applications. Do Not attempt to modify the unit

or useit for anyapplication it was not designed for. If you

haveanyquestions about your generator's application, ask

your dealer/distributor 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 unsafeor 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.

_ARNING! You must isolatethe generator

from the electric utility by opening the electrical

system'smain circuit breaker or main switch if this

unit isusedfor 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. Whenever unit is

providing backup power, the electric utility must be

notified.

_IL WARNING! Generator exhaust gases

contain DEADLY carbon monoxide gas.

Carbon monoxide, if breathed in sufficient

concentrations, can cause unconsciousness or

death. Operate this equipment outdoors where

adequate ventilation is available.

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• The generator produces a very powerful voltage that can

causeserious injuryor death by electrocution. Never

touch bare wires or receptacles. Never permit a child

or anyunqualified person to operate the generator.

•Never handle any kind of electrical cord or device while

standing in water, while barefoot or while hands or feet

are wet Death or serious injuryfrom electrocution may

result.

• Use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) in anydamp

or highly conductive area (such as metal decking or steel

work).

•Never useworn, bare, frayed or otherwise damaged

electrical cords with the generator. Death, serious injury

and property damagefrom electrical shock may result.

•Gasoline is highly FLAMMABLE and its vapors

are EXPLOSIVE. Never allow smoking, open

flames, sparks or heat in the vicinity while

handling gasoline. Avoid spillinggasoline on a hot

engine.Comply with all laws regulating storage and

handling of gasoline.

•Do Not overfitl the fuel tank. Always allow room for

fuel expansion. If tank is overfilled, fuel can overflow

onto ahot engine and cause a FIRE or an

EXPLOSION.

•Never store a generator with fuel in the tank where

gasolinevaporsmight reach an open flame, spark or pilot

light(as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer). FIRE

or an EXPLOSION may result.

• The unitrequires an adequateflow of cooling air for its

continued proper operation. Never operate the unit

insideanyroom or enclosure where the free flow of

cooling air intoand out of the unit might be obstructed.

Allow at least2 feet of clearanceon all sides of generator,

evenwhile operating unitoutdoors, or you could damage

the unit

•Never start, or stop the unitwith electrical loads

connected to receptacles with the connected devices

turned ON. Start the engine and let it stabilize before

connecting anyelectrical loads.Disconnect all electrical

loadsbefore shutting down the generator.

•Do Not insertanyobject through cooling slots of the

engine.You could damagethe unit or injureyourself.

•Never operate the generator:

in rain; in any enclosedcompartment;when connected

electricaldevicesoverheat; if electrical output islost;if

engine or generator sparks; ifflame or smoke is

observed while unit isrunning; ifunit vibrates

excessively.

GROUNDING THE

G EN ERATO R

The National ElectricCode requires the frame and

external electrically conductiveparts of the generator be

properly connected to approved earth ground. Local

electrical codes may also require proper grounding of the

unit For this purpose, a grounding wing nut (Figure I) is

provided on the cradle.

Generally, connecting a No. 12AWG (American Wire

Gauge) stranded copper wire to the grounding wing nut

and to an earth-driven copper or brassgrounding rod

(electrode) provides adequate protection against electrical

shock. However, localcodes may vary widely. Consult with

alocalelectrician for grounding requirements in your area.

Be sure to keep the ground wire attached while you

connect the electrode.

Properly grounding the generator helps prevent electrical

shock ifground fault conditions 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.

FuelCap

FuelTank

Recoil Starter

120/240Volt AC,

20 Amp Receptacle Air Cleaner

120 Volt AC, 20 Amp

Duplex Receptacle

Circuit Breakers (AC) Grounding Wing Nut

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.

120/240 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.

Air Cleaner -- Uses a dry type filter element and foam pre-

cleaner to limit the amount of dirt and dust that gets in the

engine.

Circuit Breakers (AC) -- Each receptacle is provided

with a push-to-reset circuit breaker to protect the

generator against electrical overload.

Fuel Cap -- Fill tank with regular unleaded gasoline here,

Fuel Tank -- Capacity of 4 U.S. gallons.

Grounding Wing Nut -- Provides a tie-point for

connecting the generator frame to earth ground.

Oil Drain -- Drain engine oil here.

Recoil Starter -- Use for starting the engine manually.

Generac Portable Products 3,600 Watt Generator

CARTON CONTENTS

Check all contents. Review"Cold Weather Operation" on

page7. Shippedwith your generator are:

• Main unit

• Engineand generator owner's manuals

• Locking 20 Amp plug

BEFORE STARTING THE

ENGINE

Add Engine Oil

• Make sure unit ison a level surface.

• Follow the oit recommendations and oil fill instructions

given in the engine owner's manual.

CAUTION! Any attempt to crank or start the engine

before it hasbeen properly serviced with the

recommended oil results in an engine failure.

NOTE: The generator's revolving field rides on a

pre-lubricated and sealedball bearing that requires no

additional lubrication for the life of the bearing.

Add Gasoline

_WARNING! Never fillfuel tank indoors.Never

fillfuel 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 leaveroom for expansion.

•Use regular UNLEADED gasoline in the generator.

Do Not use premium gasoline. Do Not mix oil with

gasoline. Do Not overfill the gas tank.

• Clean area around fuel fill cap; remove cap.

• Fitl fuel tank with clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline. Be

careful not to overfill. Allow 1.5" of tank space for fuel

expansion, as shown in Figure 2.

Tank

Fuel

• Install fuel capand wipe upany spilled gasoline.

IMPORTANT: It isimportantto prevent gum deposits

from forming in essentialfuel system parts such asthe

carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose or tank during storage.

Also, experience indicatesthat alcohol-blended fuels

(called gasohol, ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture,

which leadsto separation and formation of acids during

storage. Acidic gascan damagethe fuel system of an engine

while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system

should be emptied before storage of 30 daysor longer.See

"Storage" on page 10.Never use engine or carburetor

cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage

may occur.

IMPORTANT: When running your unitin cold weather

be sure to shelter the unit from the wind.

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OPERATING THE

GENERATOR

_CAUTION! Never start or stop unitwithelectrical loads connected AND with the connected

devicesturned ON.

Starting the Engine

Disconnect all electrical loadsfrom the generator. Use the

following start instructionsteps by numerical order:

I. Turn the fuel valve to the "On" position (Figure 3).

FuelValve isshown

in the On position

2. Placethe choke lever in the "Choke" position

(Figure4).

3. Set the rocker switch to "On" position (Figure 5).

in On i

4. Grasp the recoil handle and pull slowly until slight

resistance isfelt Then pull rapidly to start engine.

5. Move choke leverto "Run" position a short distance

at a time over several seconds in warm weather or

minutes in cold weather. Let engine run smoothly

before each change.Operate with choke in "Run"

position.

NOTE: If engine still fails to start after 3 pulls, check for

proper oil level in crankcase.This unit isequipped with a

Low Oil Shutdown System.Seeengine manual.

Refer to the engine owner's manual for complete

starting instructions.

Connecting Electrical Loads

• Let engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes after

starting.

• Plug in and turn on the desired 120and/or 240 Volt AC,

singlephase, 60 Hz electrical loads.

•Do Not connect 240 Volt loadsto the 120Volt duplex

receptacles.

•Do Not connect 3-phase loads to the generator.

•Do Not connect 50 Hz loadsto the generator.

•DO NOT OVERLOAD THE GENERATOR. See

"Don't Overload the Generator" on page8.

Stopping the Engine

• Unplug all electrical loadsfrom generator panel

receptacles. Never start or stop engine with electrical

devices pluggedin and turned ON.

•Let engine run at no-toad for several minutes to stabilize

the internaltemperatures of engine and generator.

• Move rocker switch to "Off" position.

• Move the fuel valve to the "Off" position.

Cold Weather Operation

Under certain weather conditions (temperatures below

40°F [4°C] and a high dew point), your Generac generator

may experience problems.

In an emergency, usethe original shipping box asa

temporary shelter:

• Cut off all flaps.

• Cut out one of the long sides of the box to expose

exhaust side of unit. Ensurea minimum of two feet

clearance between open side of box and nearest object.

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• Cutappropriateslotstoaccessreceptaclesofunit.

• Startunit,thenplaceboxoverit.

CAUTION! Remove shelter when temperature isabove

40°F [4°C].

For a more permanent shelter, build a structure that will

enclose three sidesand the top of the generator.

• Make sure entire muffler-side of generator is exposed, as

shown in Figure 6.

Windj

NOTE: A typical unitis shown here, your unit will differ in

appearance.

• Ensurea minimum of two feet clearance between open

side of box and nearest object

• Faceexposed end away from wind and elements.

• Enclosure should hold enough heat created by the

generator to prevent problems.

RECEPTACLES

This generator is equipped with the following receptacles:

120 Volt AC, 20 Amp Duplex

Receptacle

This receptacle (Figure7) isprotected against overload by

a push-to-reset circuit breaker.

Use each receptacle to operate 120Volt AC, single-phase,

60 Hz electrical loads requiring up to 2,400 watts (2.4 kW)

at 20 Amps of current Use cord sets that are rated for

125Volts at 20 Amps (or greater).

120/240 Volt AC, 20 Amp Locking

Receptacle

Use a NEMA LI4-20 plug with this receptacle. Connect a

4-wire cord set rated for 250 Volts AC at 20 Amps (or

greater) (Figure8). You can usethe same4-wire cord if

you plan to run a 120Volt load.

4-Wire Cord Set

This receptacle powers 120/240Volt AC, 60 Hz, single

phaseloads requiring up to 3,600 watts of power at

20 Amps for 120Volts or 3,600 watts of power (3.6kW) at

15.0Amps for 240 Volts. The outlet is protected by a

push-to-reset circuit breaker.

_IL CAUTION! Although this outlet statesit hasa

120/240Volt 20 Amp rating (up to 4,800watts),the

generator isonly rated for 3,600watts. Powering

loadsthat exceedthe wattage/amperagecapacityof

the generator can damageit or causeserious injuries.

Generac Portable Products 3,600 Watt Generator

DON'T OVERLOAD THE

GENERATOR

Overloading a generator in excess of itsrated wattage

capacity can result in damageto generator and to

connected electrical devices. Observe the following, to

prevent overloading the unit:

•Add up the total wattage of all electrical devicesto be

connected at one time. This total should NOT be

greater than the generator's wattage capacity.

• The rated wattage of lights can be taken from light bulbs.

The rated wattage of tools, appliancesand motors can

usually be found on a data plate or decal affixed to the

device.

• Ifthe appliance, tool or motor does not give wattage,

multiply 120Volts times ampere rating to determine

watts (volts x amps = watts).

• Some electric motors, such as induction types, require

about three times more watts of power for starting than

for running. This surge of power lasts for only a few

seconds when starting such motors. Be sure you allow

for this high starting wattage when selecting electrical

devices to connect to your generator. First figure the

watts needed to start the largestmotor. Add to that

figure the running watts of all other connected loads.

• A Wattage Reference Guide (Figure I0) is provided to

help you determine how many items the generator can

operate at one time.

Recreational/Home Uses

Tool/Appliance .................................................... Watts

AM/FM clock radio .....................................................................50

Lightbulb....................................................................................100

Fan................................................................................................200

20" color TV..............................................................................400

*Deep freezer............................................................................500

Personalcomputer and 15"monitor ...................................800

*1/3 hp furnace fan blower .....................................................800

Microwave oven ........................................................................ 800

*18 cu ft refrigerator ...............................................................800

Sumppump..............................................................................1000

Electric skillet..........................................................................1250

*Y2hp water well pump........................................................1400

*12,000Btu window air conditioner .................................1400

Spaceheater............................................................................1800

Electric water heater.............................................................4000

Professional/Contractor Uses

Tool/Appliance .................................................... Watts

*1/3 hp airless sprayer .............................................................600

3/8" hammer drill .....................................................................600

Variable speed Sawzalt® ..........................................................960

V2"power drill .........................................................................1000

Quartz-halogen work light...................................................1000

Belt sander ...............................................................................1200

7 ¼" circular saw ...................................................................1500

7 ¼" worm drive saw............................................................1600

* I/2 hp air compressor ........................................................1800

*10" power miter saw ...........................................................1800

6" bench grinder .....................................................................1800

*6" table planer .......................................................................1800

* I 0" table/radial arm saw .....................................................2000

Wire feed welder ...................................................................2400

* allow 3 times listed watts for starting this device

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NOTES

Generac Portable Products 3,600 Watt Generator

SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum Surge Watts ............... 4,200 Watts

Continuous Wattage Capacity ......... 3,600 Watts

Power Factor .............................. 1.0

Rated Maximum Continuous Load Current

At 120 Volts ...................... 30.0 Amps

At 240 Volts ...................... 15.0 Amps

Phase ................................ I-phase

Rated Frequency ...................... 60 Hertz

MAINTENANCE

RECOMMENDATIONS

The Owner/Operator is responsible for making sure that

alt periodic maintenance tasks are completed on atimely

basis;that all discrepancies are corrected; and that the unit

is kept clean and properly stored. Never operate a

damaged or defective generator.

Engine Maintenance

See engine owner's manualfor instructions.

_IL AUTION! Avoid prolonged or repeated skincontact with usedmotor oil. Used motor oil has

been shown to cause skin cancer in certain

laboratory animals.Thoroughly wash exposed areas

with soap and water.

KEEPOUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DON'T

POLLUTE. CONSERVERESOURCES.RETURN

USED OIL TO COLLECTION CENTERS.

Generator Maintenance

Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit clean

and dry. Operate and store the unit in a clean dry

environment where it will not be exposed to excessive

dust, dirt, moisture or any corrosive vapors. Cooling air

slots in the generator must not become clogged with snow,

leaves or any other foreign material.

NOTE: Do Not use a garden hose to clean the generator.

Water can enter engine fuel system and cause problems. In

addition, if water enters generator through cooling air

slots, some of the water will be retained in voids and

cracks of the rotor and stator winding insulation. Water

and dirt buildup on the generator internal windings will

eventually decrease the insulation resistance of these

windings.

To Clean the Generator

• Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.

• Soft, bristle brush may be used to loosen caked on dirt

or oil.

• A vacuum cleaner may be used to pick up loose dirt and

debris.

• Low pressure air (not to exceed 25 psi) may be used to

blow away dirt. Inspect cooling air slots and opening on

generator. These openings must be kept clean and

unobstructed.

STORAG E

The unit should be started at least once every seven days

and allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If this cannot be

done and you must store the unit for more than 30 days,

use the following guidelines to prepare it for storage.

Generator Storage

• Clean the generator asoutlined in "To Clean the

Generator" on this page.

• Check that cooling air slots and openingson generator

are open and unobstructed.

_CAUTION! Storage covers can be flammable.

Do Not placea storage cover over a hot

generator. Let the unit cool for a sufficient time

before placingthe cover on the unit.

Engine Storage

See engine owner's manual for instructions.

Other Storage Tips

•Do Not store gasoline from one season to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust. Rust and/or

dirt in a gasoline can cause problems when you use that

fuel with this unit.

• Store in clean and dry area.

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