Generac Power Systems PowerDial RS8000E User Manual

Table of Contents
Section 1 Introduction and Safety 1
Introduction ..................................... 1
Safety Rules .................................... 1
Safety Symbols and Meanings ........ 1
Exhaust and Location Hazards ....... 2
Electrical Hazards ........................... 3
Fire Hazards .................................... 3
Standards Index .............................. 3
Replacement Hazard Labels ........... 3
Section 2 General Information and
Setup .............................................. 5
Know Your Generator ..................... 6
Emissions ........................................ 6
Hour Meter ...................................... 6
Connection Plugs ............................ 7
PowerDial ........................................ 7
Remove Contents from Carton ....... 8
Assembly ......................................... 8
Battery Cable Connection ............... 8
Add Engine Oil ................................ 9
Fuel ................................................. 9
Section 3 Operation .................... 11
Operation and Use Questions ....... 11
Before Starting Engine .................. 11
Prepare Generator for Use ............ 11
Grounding the Generator When Used
as a Portable ................................. 11
Know Generator Limits .................. 12
Transporting/Tipping of the Unit .... 12
Starting Pull Start Engines ............ 13
Starting Electric Start Engines ...... 13
Restarting Hot Engines ................. 14
Low Oil Level Shutdown System ... 14
Charging the Battery ..................... 14
Section 4 Maintenance and
Troubleshooting ......................... 15
Maintenance ................................. 15
Maintenance Schedule ................. 15
Preventive Maintenance ............... 15
Engine Maintenance ..................... 15
Battery Replacement (if applicable) 17
Inspect Muffler and Spark Arrester 17
Valve Clearance ........................... 18
Storage ......................................... 18
Troubleshooting ............................ 19
Notes ............................................ 20
(000393a)
WARNING
CANCER AND REPRODUCTIVE HARM
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Generac Power Systems PowerDial RS8000E Specifications

General

Brand	Generac Power Systems
Model	PowerDial RS8000E
Category	Portable Generator
Language	English