Table of Contents ACCESSORY BOX Accessory Box ..........Inside Front Cover Introduction ................1 Check all contents. If any parts are missing or damaged locate an authorized dealer at 1-888-436-3722. Read this Manual Thoroughly ..........1 Contents include: Safety Rules ................1 • 1 bottle SAE 30 Oil •...
Introduction INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this model by Generac Power Systems, Indicates a hazardous situation or action which, Inc. This model is a compact, high performance, air-cooled, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate engine driven generator designed to supply electrical power to injury.
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Safety Rules ELECTRICAL HAZARDS • Never use the generator or any of its parts as a step. Stepping on the unit can stress and break parts, and may result in • The generator produces dangerously high voltage when in dangerous operating conditions from leaking exhaust gases, operation.
Safety Rules • Do not insert objects through unit’s cooling slots. MODEL NO: • Do not operate the generator if connected electrical devices overheat, if electrical output is lost, if engine or generator sparks SERIAL NO: or if flames or smoke are observed while unit is running. •...
Operation NOTE: 4. Replace and secure the left side service cover. 5. Make sure there are no loads connected to the generator. Do not exceed the rated output of the generator. 6. The National Electric Code (NEC) requires the frame and external electrically conductive parts of the generator be Figure 3 - Control Panel properly connected to an approved earth ground.
Operation 7. Carefully adjust the choke to approximately the ½ position 2. DO NOT overload the generator; if the red “overload” LED until the engine begins to run smoothly, then push the lever all lights up and the accessories attached to the generator the way to the left (Figure 6).
Remove all loads and shut down generator to reset the alarm. Restart the generator. If the "OVERLOAD" LED remains lit, contact a Generac Dealer for assistance. SHUTTING DOWN Once the generator is no longer needed it can be shut down.
Operation FUELING THE GENERATOR 2. Add fuel slowly, stopping about two (2) inches below the top of the filler neck. Use care when fueling the generator. Only fill the fuel tank when 3. Replace the fuel tank cap. Make sure the valve on the fuel cap the generator has cooled entirely.
Maintenance GENERATOR MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Figure 9 - Oil Fill Follow the recommended service schedule; to order replacement parts call 1-888-436-3722. Each Every 100 Every 6 Each Hours Months Year FULL OIL LEVEL Fuel Level IS THE BOTTOM OF THESE Oil Level THREADS Check Air Filter *Change Engine Oil...
Maintenance CHANGING THE FUEL FILTER Figure 10 - Air Filter Locate the fuel filter, just below the engine intake housing (Figure 11). Make sure the Fuel Shutoff is in the “OFF” (O) position. FILTER 1. Remove the pinch clamps securing the fuel filter. Pull the hoses free.
Maintenance Figure 12 - Replace Spark Plug Figure 13 - Carburetor Drain Valve SPARK PLUG CARBUREATOR DRAIN LOCATION VALVE LOCATED BEHIND AIR INTAKE TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE TURN VALVE COUNTER- CLOCKWISE TO DRAIN FUEL, Transport or store the generator only if it has cooled completely. CLOCKWISE TO CLOSE Make sure the fuel valve and the vent on the fuel cap are both in the OFF (“O”) position.
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Generac cannot deny warranty solely due to the lack of receipts. As the generator owner, you should be aware that Generac may deny any and/or all warranty coverage or responsibility if your generator, or a part/component thereof, has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications, or the use of counterfeit and/or "grey market"...
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Such use voids this ECS Warranty and shall be sufficient grounds for disallowing an ECS Warranty claim. Generac shall not be held liable hereunder for failures of any warranted parts of Generac equipment caused by the use of such an unapproved, add-on, modified, counterfeit and/or "grey market"...
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SERIES PORTABLE GENERATORS For a period of two years from the date of original sale, Generac Power Systems, Inc. (Generac) warrants its iX Series generators will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the items and period set forth below. Generac will, at its option, repair or replace any part which, upon examination, inspection and testing by Generac or a Generac Authorized Warranty Service Dealer, is found to be defective.