Generac Power Systems 4000XL User Manual

Owner’s Manual
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Model No. 9777-4 (4,000 Watt AC Generator) Manual No. 193524GS Revision 0 (08/04/2003)
Safety Rules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Know Your Generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12
Product Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-14
Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-16
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Schematic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Replacement Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-23
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last Page
• Generator
• Wheel kit
• Storage Cover
• Battery charge cables
• Spare Spark Plug,Air Filter, and Oil Filter
• Spark Plug Wrench
• Locking 20 Amp plug
• Locking 30 Amp plug
• Engine oil
• Owner's manual
• Engine manual
*If any parts are missing or damaged, call 1-800-270-1408.
Parts Included* Table of Contents

Generac Power Systems 4000XL Specifications

General

Brand	Generac Power Systems
Model	4000XL
Category	Portable Generator
Language	English

Summary

Safety Rules

Assembly

Install Wheel Kit

Before Starting Engine

Add Engine Oil and Fuel

Essential steps for adding the correct oil and fuel before initial engine startup.

Operating the Generator

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step guide for safely starting the generator engine.

Connecting Electrical Loads

Stopping the Engine

Charging a Battery

Receptacles

120 Volt AC, 15 Amp Receptacles

120/240 Volt AC, 20 Amp Locking Receptacle

Information on the 20 Amp locking receptacle and its power capabilities.

120 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle

Details on the 30 Amp locking receptacle and its power output.

12 Volt DC, 10 Amp Receptacle

Don't Overload Your Generator

Capacity

Guidance on calculating the generator's capacity and matching loads to its output.

Power Management

Strategies for sequentially adding loads to protect the generator and connected devices.

General Maintenance Recommendations

Engine Maintenance

Generator Maintenance

Fuel Valve Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Limited Warranty

Warranty Period

About Your Equipment Warranty