2.13 Charging A Battery; Section 3 - Maintenance; Maintenance Schedule; Product Specifications - Generac GP 005734-0 Manuel D'utilisation

2.12.1 INITIAL START-UP
A delay built into the low oil shutdown system allows oil pressure to build
during starting. The delay allows the engine to run for about 10 seconds
before sensing oil pressure.
2.12.2 SENSING LOW OIL PRESSURE
If the system senses low oil pressure during operation, the engine shuts
down.
2.12.3 RESTARTING
If trying to restart the engine within 10 seconds after it shuts down, the
engine may NOT start. The system needs five (5) to 10 seconds to reset.
If the engine is restarted after such a shutdown and the low oil pressure
has not been corrected, the engine will run for about 10 seconds as
described above and then stop.

2.13 CHARGING A BATTERY

DANGER

Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas
while recharging. An explosive mixture will remain
around the battery for a long time after it has been
charged. The slightest spark can ignite the hydrogen
and cause an explosion. Such an explosion can
shatter the battery and cause blindness or other
serious injury.
DANGER

Do not permit smoking, open flame, sparks or any
other source of heat around a battery. Wear protective
goggles, rubber apron and rubber gloves when
working around a battery. Battery electrolyte fluid is
an extremely caustic sulfuric acid solution that can
cause severe burns. If spill occurs flush area with
clear water immediately.
This generator has the capability of recharging a discharged 12 Volt
automotive or utility style storage battery. Do not use the unit to charge
any 6 Volt batteries. Do not use the unit to crank an engine having a
discharged battery.
This battery charger is a pulse type designed to provide a quality charge
current into the battery. The voltage measured at the outlet should be 8-12
VDC. This is normal and does not indicate a faulty charging system.
To recharge 12 Volt batteries, proceed as follows:
• Check fluid level in all battery cells. If necessary, add ONLY distilled
water to cover separators in battery cells. Do not use tap water.
• If the battery is equipped with vent caps, make sure they are installed
and are tight.
• If necessary, clean battery terminals.
• Connect battery charge cable connector plug to panel receptacle
identified by the words "12-VOLT D.C."
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Section 3 — Maintenance
• Connect battery charge cable clamp with red handle to the positive (+)
battery terminal.
• Connect battery charge cable clamp with black handle to the negative
(-) battery terminal.
• Start engine. Let the engine run while battery recharges. Engine idle
control switch must be in off position for battery charging.
• When battery has charged, shut down engine.
Use an automotive hydrometer to test battery state of charge and
condition. Follow the hydrometer manufacturer's instructions carefully.
Generally, a battery is considered to be at 100% state of charge when
specific gravity of its fluid (as measured by hydrometer) is 1.260 or
higher.
3.1

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Follow the calendar intervals. More frequent service is required when
operating in adverse conditions noted below.
Check Oil Level
Change Oil ‡
Check Valve Clearance
Service Air Filter
Replace Spark Plug
‡ Change oil after first 30 hours of operation then every season.
* Change oil and oil filter every month when operating under heavy load or in high
temperatures.
** Clean more often under dirty or dusty operating conditions. Replace air filter
parts if they cannot be adequately cleaned.
*** Check valve clearance and adjust if necessary after first 50 hours of
operation and every 100 hours thereafter.
3.2

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

3.2.1 GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL
Rated Max. Power
Surge Power
Rated AC Voltage
Rated Max AC Load
Current @ 240V
Current @ 120V
Rated Frequency 60 Hz @ 3600 RPM
Phase Single Phase
Rated DC Voltage
Rated Max DC Load
Current @ 12 Volts
Weight
NOTE:
At Each Use
*Every 100 hours or Every Season
***Every Season
** Every 200 hours or Every Season
Every Season
15 KW 17.5 KW
15.0 kW 17.5 kW
22.5 kW 26.25 kW
120/240 120/240
62.5 Amps 72.9 Amps
125.0 Amps 145.8 Amps
60 Hz @ 3600 RPM
Single Phase
12 Volts 12 Volts
10 Amperes 10 Amperes
373 lbs. 400 lbs.