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Generac Power Systems PowerBOSS 5500 User Manual

Generac Power Systems PowerBOSS 5500
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PowerBoss 5,500 Watt Storm-Plus Generator
3. Set the rocker switch to On” position (Figure 6).
4. Grasp the recoil handle and pull slowly until slight
resistance is felt.Then pull rapidly to start engine.
5. Move choke lever to Run” position a short distance at
a time over several seconds in warm weather or
minutes in cold weather. Let engine run smoothly before
each change. Operate with choke in Run” position.
NOTE: If engine still fails to start after 3 pulls, check for
proper oil level in crankcase.This unit is equipped with a
low oil device which prevents the engine from being
started. See engine manual.
Refer to the engine owner’s manual for more
detailed starting instructions.
Connecting Electrical Loads
Let engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes after
starting.
Plug in and turn on the desired 120 and/or 240 Volt AC,
single phase, 60 Hz electrical loads.
DO NOT connect 240 Volt loads to the 120 Volt duplex
receptacles.
DO NOT connect 3–phase loads to the generator.
DO NOT connect 50 Hz loads to the generator.
DO NOT OVERLOAD THE GENERATOR. See
“Don’t Overload the Generator” on page 10.
Stopping the Engine
Unplug all electrical loads from generator panel
receptacles. NEVER start or stop engine with electrical
devices plugged in and turned ON.
Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to stabilize
the internal temperatures of engine and generator.
Move rocker switch to Off position.
Move the fuel valve to the Off position.
RECEPTACLES
120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking
Receptacle
Use a NEMA L14–30 plug with this receptacle. Connect a
4–wire cord set rated for 250 Volt AC loads at 30 Amps (or
greater) (Figure 7).You can use the same 4–wire cord if you
plan to run a 120 Volt load.
This receptacle powers 120/240 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single
phase loads requiring up to 5,500 watts of power (5.5 kW)
at 30 Amps for 120 Volts or 240 Volts.The outlet is
protected by a push–to–reset circuit breaker.
CAUTION! Although this outlet states it has a
120/240 Volt 22.9 Amp rating (up to 7,200 watts),
the generator is only rated for 5,500 watts.
Powering loads that exceed the wattage/amperage
capacity of the generator can damage it or cause
serious injuries.
Figure 7 — 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle
4-Wire Cord Set
240V
120V
120V
W (Neutral)
X (Hot)
Y (Hot)
NEMA L14-30
Ground (Green)
Figure 6 — Rocker Switch

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Generac Power Systems PowerBOSS 5500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGenerac Power Systems
ModelPowerBOSS 5500
CategoryPortable Generator
LanguageEnglish

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