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XD5000E Diesel Portable Generator. Manual - part 4

Operator’s Manual for Portable Generator

• The rated wattage of lights can be taken

from light bulbs. The rated wattage of tools,

appliances, and motors can be found on a

data label or decal affixed to the device.

• If the appliance, tool, or motor doesn’t give

wattage, multiply volts 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 only a few seconds

when starting such motors. Make sure to

allow for high starting wattage when select-

ing electrical devices to connect to the gen-

erator:

1. Figure the watts needed to start the largest

motor.

2. Add to that figure the running watts of all

other connected loads.

The Wattage Reference Guide is provided to

assist in determining how many items the gen-

erator can operate at one time.
NOTE: All figures are approximate. See

data label on appliance for wattage require-

ments.

Table 3. Wattage Reference Guide

Transporting/Tipping of the Unit

Do not operate, store or transport the unit at

an angle greater than 15 degrees.

Device

Running

Watts

*Air Conditioner (12,000 Btu)

1700

*Air Conditioner (24,000 Btu)

3800

*Air Conditioner (40,000 Btu)

6000

Battery Charger (20 Amp)

500

Belt Sander (3")

1000

Chain Saw

1200

Circular Saw (6-1/2")

800 to 1000

*Clothes Dryer (Electric)

5750

*Clothes Dryer (Gas)

700

*Clothes Washer

1150

Coffee Maker

1750

*Compressor (1 HP)

2000

*Compressor (3/4 HP)

1800

*Compressor (1/2 HP)

1400

Curling Iron

700

*Dehumidifier

650

Disc Sander (9")

1200

Edge Trimmer

500

Electric Blanket

400

Electric Nail Gun

1200

Electric Range (per element)

1500

Electric Skillet

1250

*Freezer

700

*Furnace Fan (3/5 HP)

875

*Garage Door Opener

500 to 750

Hair Dryer

1200

Hand Drill

250 to 1100

Hedge Trimmer

450

Impact Wrench

500

Iron

1200

*Jet Pump

800

Lawn Mower

1200

Light Bulb

100

Microwave Oven

700 to 1000

*Milk Cooler

1100

Oil Burner on Furnace

300

Oil Fired Space Heater (140,000

Btu)

400

Oil Fired Space Heater (85,000 Btu)

225

Oil Fired Space Heater (30,000 Btu)

150

*Paint Sprayer, Airless (1/3 HP)

600

Paint Sprayer, Airless (hand-held)

150

Radio

50 to 200

*Refrigerator

700

Slow Cooker

200

*Submersible Pump (1-1/2 HP)

2800

*Submersible Pump (1 HP)

2000

*Submersible Pump (1/2 HP)

1500

*Sump Pump

800 to 1050

*Table Saw (10")

1750 to 2000

Television

200 to 500

Toaster

1000 to 1650

Weed Trimmer

500

* Allow 3 times the listed watts for starting these

devices.

Operator’s Manual for Portable Generator

Starting Pull Start Engines

1. Unplug all electrical loads from the unit's

receptacles before starting engine.

2. Place generator on a level surface.
3. Turn main breaker switch Off (A). See

Fig-

ure 3-2

4. Turn fuel valve On (B). See

Figure 3-2

Figure 3-2. Main Breaker Switch and

Fuel On/Off Valve

5. See

Figure 3-3

. Switch engine control lever

to Run (B).

Figure 3-3. Engine Control Lever

6. See

Figure 3-4

. Press control panel engine

Run/Stop switch to Run (C).

7. Squeeze primer bulb 5-10 times until firm.

The fuel filter should show fuel level at

least half full.

8. Firmly grasp recoil handle and pull slowly

until increased resistance is felt. Flip red

decompression lever on top of engine. Pull

rapidly up and away.
• Repeat this procedure until the engine

starts. If the engine does not start

within 5 pulls, confirm steps 1-6 and

perform step 7 again.

Figure 3-4. Engine Run/Stop Switch

1. Allow engine to run for at least 10 sec-

onds, then turn main breaker On (A). See

Figure 3-2

Figure 3-4

2. Select voltage rating with voltage selector

(D). See

Figure 3-4

IMPORTANT: Do not overload the generator.

Also, do not overload individual panel recepta-

cles. These outlets are protected against over-

load with push-to-reset type circuit breakers. If

amperage rating of any circuit breaker is

exceeded, that breaker opens and electrical

output to that receptacle is lost. Read

"Know

Generator Limits."

carefully.

Starting Electric Start Engines

1. Turn main breaker switch to Off (A). See

Figure 3-2

Figure 3-4

2. Unplug all electrical loads from the unit's

receptacles before starting engine.

3. Place generator on a level surface.
4. Turn fuel valve On (A). See

Figure 3-2

5. See

Figure 3-3

. Switch engine control lever

to Run (B).

6. Squeeze primer bulb 5-10 times until firm.

The fuel filter should show fuel level at

least half full.

7. Press and hold the Engine Start switch (C)

until engine starts. See

Figure 3-4

Release Engine Start switch if engine

does not start within 5 seconds. If engine

does not start within 5 seconds, review

start-up procedure again before attempt-

ing start. If problems persist, refer to

"Troubleshooting."

8. Turn Main Breaker to On.
9. Select voltage rating with Voltage Selector

(D).

(000183)

WARNING

Recoil Hazard. Recoil could retract unexpectedly.
Kickback could result in death or serious injury.

(000136)

CAUTION

Equipment and property damage. Disconnect electrical
loads prior to starting or stopping unit. Failure to do so
could result in equipment and property damage.

000708

000712

000714

(000136)

CAUTION

Equipment and property damage. Disconnect electrical
loads prior to starting or stopping unit. Failure to do so
could result in equipment and property damage.

Operator’s Manual for Portable Generator

Generator Shut Down

1. Turn main breaker switch Off.
2. Switch engine start switch to Off.
3. Turn fuel valve Off.

Emergency Shutdown Procedure

1. Press down on small red lever on lower

engine controls (near recoil handle and

dipstick) to the Stop position.

2. Turn main breaker switch Off.
3. Switch engine start switch to Off.
4. Turn fuel valve Off.
To re-start engine, the engine control lever

must be moved to Run (B). See

Figure 3-3

Low Oil Pressure Switch

The engine is equipped with a low oil pressure

switch that shuts down the engine automati-

cally when the oil level drops below a speci-

fied level. The engine will not run until the oil

has been filled to the proper level.
If the engine shuts down and there is sufficient

fuel, check engine oil level.

(000136)

CAUTION

Equipment and property damage. Disconnect electrical
loads prior to starting or stopping unit. Failure to do so
could result in equipment and property damage.

Operator’s Manual for Portable Generator

Section 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Maintenance Recommendations

Regular maintenance will improve perfor-

mance and extend generator life. See a quali-

fied dealer for service.
Generator warranty does not cover items sub-

jected to operator abuse or negligence. To

receive full warranty value, operator must

maintain generator as instructed in this man-

ual, including proper storage as detailed in the

"Storage."

section.

NOTE: Call 1-888-GENERAC with ques-

tions about component replacement.

Maintenance Schedule

Follow maintenance schedule intervals,

whichever occurs first according to use.
NOTE: Adverse conditions will require

more frequent service.
NOTE: All required service and adjust-

ments should be each season as detailed

in the following chart.

Preventive Maintenance

Dirt or debris can cause improper operation

and equipment damage. Clean generator

daily or before each use. Keep area around

and behind muffler free from combustible

debris. Inspect all cooling air openings on

generator.

• Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces

clean.

• Use a soft bristle brush to loosen caked on

dirt, oil, etc.

• Use a vacuum to pick up loose dirt and

debris.

• Low pressure air (not to exceed 25 psi [172

kPa]) may be used to blow away dirt.

Inspect cooling air slots and openings on

generator. These openings must be kept

clean and unobstructed.

NOTE: DO NOT use a garden hose to clean

generator. Water can enter engine fuel sys-

tem and cause problems. If water enters

generator through cooling air slots, some

water will be retained in voids and crevices

of rotor and stator winding insulation.

Water and dirt buildup on generator inter-

nal windings will decrease insulation resis-

tance of windings.

Engine Maintenance

Engine Oil Recommendations

Use high detergent, premium quality motor oil

certified for service class CI-4 or CJ-4. SAE

20W-40 is recommended for general, all tem-

perature use. See

Figure 4-1

Figure 4-1. Oil Recommendations

At Each Use
Check engine oil level
Every Season
Check valve clearance***
Every 200 Hours or Every Season
Inspect/clean air cleaner filter**
Change oil and oil filter

ǂ*

Check engine speed control
Drain fuel tank & replace outlet fuel filter
Every 1000 Hours
Check compression
Every 1500 Hours
Inspect, clean & test fuel injection nozzle
Every 2000 Hours
Check & replace fuel hoses

ǂ Change oil after first 50 hours of operation,

then every season.

* Change oil and oil filter every month when

operating under heavy load or in high tem-

peratures.

** Clean more often under dirty or dusty oper-

ating conditions. Replace air filter parts if

they cannot be adequately cleaned.

*** Check valve clearance and adjust if neces-

sary after first 50 hours of operation and

every 400 hours thereafter.

(000142)

Do not insert any object through the air cooling slots.
Generator can start at any time and could result in
death, serious injury and unit damage.

WARNING

-4 °F

(-20 °C)

14 °F

(-10 °C)

32 °F

(0 °C)

50 °F

(10 °C)

68 °F

(20 °C)

86 °F

(30 °C)

104 °F

(40 °C)

SAE 15W-40

SAE 20W

SAE 30

SAE 40

SAE 10-W30

SAE 20W

SAE 10W

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