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Generac Power Systems GTH990

Generac Power Systems GTH990
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ENGINE
SERVICE
MANUAL
AIR-COOLED ENGINES
OHVI® V-Twin Engine
MODELS:
GTH760/990/1000
GTV760/990/1000
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Generac Power Systems GTH990 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Displacement999cc
Cylinders2
Fuel TypeGasoline
Oil Capacity1.9 quarts
Cooling SystemAir-cooled
Starting SystemElectric
Battery12V

Summary

Rules for Safe Operation

Safety Instruction Definitions

Defines DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE to alert personnel to hazardous instructions.

While Operating Precautions

Details safety precautions and guidelines for operating the engine safely and correctly.

Section 1: General Information

Maintenance Schedule

Outlines the recommended maintenance intervals for various engine components.

Fuel and Oil Recommendations

Specifies recommended gasoline types, octane ratings, and fuel additives.

Troubleshooting Engine Issues

Lists common engine operation complaints and how to approach diagnosing them.

Fuel System Checks

Guides on checking the fuel system for issues like tank fullness and valve operation.

Compression Testing

Explains how to perform a compression test to assess cylinder condition.

Cylinder Balance Testing

Describes how to test cylinder balance to determine equal operation.

Cylinder Leakdown Testing

Details the procedure for a cylinder leakdown test to identify leaks.

Section 2: Ignition

Section 3: Carburetion and Fuel System

Fuel System Troubleshooting

Provides troubleshooting steps for gaseous fuel systems, emphasizing safety.

Section 4: Governor Controls and Governor

Static Governor Adjustment

Procedure for performing a static adjustment of the governor linkage.

Dynamic Governor Adjustment

Guide for making dynamic adjustments to the governor while the engine is running.

Section 5: Cylinder Head and Valves

Cylinder Head Inspection and Repair

Instructions for inspecting the cylinder head for cracks, damage, and distortion.

Section 6: Electric Starter

Starter Motor Troubleshooting

Lists common starting problems and their potential causes for the electric starter.

Slow Engine Cranking

Identifies potential causes for the engine cranking slowly.

Engine Will Not Crank

Lists reasons why the engine starter motor might not engage or crank.

Starter Motor Spins, No Crank

Troubleshooting for when the starter motor spins but fails to turn the engine.

Starter Motor Testing

Detailed tests for the starter motor, including solenoid and voltage drop.

Starter Voltage Drop Check

Procedure to check for excessive voltage drop in the starter circuit.

Starter Amp Draw Test

Explains how to perform an amp draw test on the starter motor.

Section 7: Alternators

Alternator Output Testing

Procedure to test the AC output of the alternator stator.

Regulator-Rectifier Testing

Explains how to test the regulator-rectifier for proper voltage output.

Section 8: Lubrication System

Engine Oil Level Check

Instructions on how to check and maintain the engine oil level correctly.

Oil and Filter Change

Step-by-step guide for changing the engine oil and oil filter.

Recommended Oil Types

Specifies the correct oil types and weights for different operating temperatures.

Section 9: Engine Disassembly

Engine Disassembly Overview

General steps for disassembling the engine, including removing major components.

Section 10: Cylinder & Crankcase Cover

Crankcase Inspection

Procedure for checking the crankcase for cracks, threads, and cylinder bore condition.

Section 11: Crankshaft & Camshaft

Section 12: Piston, Rings & Connecting Rod Inspection & Assembly

Section 13: Engine Assembly

Ignition Coil Air Gap Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the ignition coil air gap.

Valve Clearance Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting valve clearances on the engine cylinders.

Governor Adjustment

Instructions for performing the static governor adjustment before starting the engine.

Section 14: Specifications

Torque Specifications

Details torque values for various engine components and fasteners.

Standard and Reject Dimensions

Lists standard and reject dimensions for engine components for wear checks.

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