Generac Power Systems PowerBOSS Contractor 1648-0 User Manual

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Model No. 1648-0 (4,500WattAC Generator) Manual No. 189264GS Revision 5 (I 1/19/2002)

Generac Power Systems PowerBOSS Contractor 1648-0 Specifications

General

Model	1648-0
Type	Portable Generator
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Engine Type	OHV
Run Time at 50% Load	10 hours
Starting System	Electric Start
Voltage	120/240V
Frequency	60 Hz
Outlets	4 x 120V 20A, 1 x 120/240V 30A

Summary

SAFETY RULES

DANGER Hazards

Critical warnings indicating immediate risk of death or serious injury.

WARNING Hazards

Warnings indicating risk of death or serious injury if not avoided.

Specific Safety Warnings

Fuel and Explosion Hazards

Burn and Battery Hazards

Risks associated with hot surfaces, battery acid, and explosive gases.

ASSEMBLY

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

Add Oil

Add Fuel

GROUNDING THE GENERATOR

OPERATING THE GENERATOR

Starting the Engine

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

OPERATION

Connecting and Stopping Loads

Procedures for safely connecting and disconnecting electrical loads.

Testing the GFCI

Monthly procedure for testing the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter outlet.

RECEPTACLES

120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle

120 Volt AC, 20 Amp GFCI Receptacles

Ground Fault Protection

Explanation of the GFCI's protective function against electrical shock.

DON'T OVERLOAD YOUR GENERATOR

Capacity and Load Management

Guidance on calculating wattage needs and managing connected loads to avoid overload.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS

Engine Maintenance and Minder

STORAGE

TROUBLESHOOTING