Maintenance; Fuse; Checking The Engine Oil Level - Generac Power Systems 8kW Manuel D'entretien

Maintenance

Since most maintenance alerts will occur at the same time
(most have two (2) year intervals), only one will appear on the
display at any one time. Once the first alert is cleared, the next
active alert will be displayed.
4.1

FUSE

The 7.5 amp fuse on the control panel protects the DC control
circuit against overload (Figures 3.1 and 3.2). This fuse is wired
in series with the battery output lead to the panel. If this fuse ele-
ment has melted open, the engine will not be able to crank or start.
Replace this fuse using only an identical 7.5 amp replacement
fuse. Whenever the fuse is removed or replaced, the exercise timer
needs to be reset.
4.2 CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL
LEVEL
For oil capacities, see the Specifications section. For engine oil
recommendations, see the Engine Oil Recommendations section.
When power outages necessitate running the generator for extend-
ed periods of time, the oil level should be checked daily.
To check the engine oil level, proceed as follows (Figures 4.1, 4.2
and 4.3):
1. If the generator is running during a utility outage, first turn OFF
all associated loads running in the residence. Second, turn the
generator's main circuit breaker to the OFF position.
2. Move the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch to the OFF position.
3. Remove the dipstick and wipe it dry with a clean cloth.
4. Completely insert the dipstick; then, remove it again. The oil
level should be at the dipstick "Full" mark. If necessary, add
oil to the "Full" mark only. DO NOT FILL ABOVE THE "FULL"
MARK.
5. Install the dipstick.
6. Reset the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch to its original position.
7. If the generator was running during a utility outage, first turn
the generator's main circuit breaker back to the ON position.
Second, turn ON needed loads in the residence.
Never operate the engine with the oil level
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below the "Add" mark on the dipstick. Doing
this could damage the engine.
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NOTE: Figure 4.1 — Oil Dipstick and Fill, 8kW
Oil Dipstick and Fill
Figure 4.2 — Oil Dipstick, 10kW
Figure 4.3 — Oil Dipstick and Fill,
12, 14, 16, 17 & 20kW