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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
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Section 1 Safety
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Introduction
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Safety Information
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General Hazards
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Exhaust Hazards
9
Electrical Hazards
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Fire Hazards
9
Explosion Hazards
9
Section 2 Specifications
11
Emission Information
11
Emissions Data Plate
11
Specifications
12
Engine
12
Engine Oil Recommendations
13
Coolant Water Treatment
13
Fuel Requirements
13
Fuel Maintenance
14
Battery Requirements
14
Battery Charger
14
Corrosion Protection
14
Accessories
14
Section 3 Activation and Startup
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Orientation
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Remove Side Access Panels
17
Prime Fuel System
18
Install Battery
18
Open Viewing Window
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Start and Run Engine
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Activate Unit
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Operational Checks
21
Self Test
21
Check Manual Transfer Switch Operation
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Electrical Checks
22
Test Generator under Load
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Check Automatic Operation
23
Final Instructions
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Section 4 Operation
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Control Panel
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Auto/Manual/Off
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Menu Navigation
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Home Screen
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Main Menu
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Alarm/Warning Conditions
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Change Time and Date
28
Programmable Timers
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Dealer Programmable
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Exercise Time
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User Programmable
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Start-Up Delay Timer
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Warm-Up Delay Timer
29
USB Port for Firmware Updates
29
Battery Charger
29
Transfer Switch Automatic Operation
29
Automatic Sequence of Operation
30
Utility Failure
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Cranking
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Load Transfer
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Transfer Switch Manual Operation
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Transfer to Generator Power
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Transfer Back to Utility Power
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Section 5 Maintenance
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Component Locations
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Access Panels
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Removal
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Installation
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Service Maintenance Intervals
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Remove from Service
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Hour Break-In
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Daily Maintenance (if Running Continuously)
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Schedule a Maintenance
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Preliminary Instructions
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Check Fuel Level and Fill
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Drain Fuel Filter and Check Fuel Lines/Hoses
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Check Coolant Level and Hoses
39
Check Radiator for Clogging
40
Check Lubricating Oil Level
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Check Battery Condition/Fluid Level
41
Check Condition and Clean
41
Check Fluid Level
41
Check State of Charge
41
Battery Replacement
41
Check and Adjust V-Belt
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Check
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Adjust
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Replace Air Filter Element
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Drain Breather Canister and Replace Filter
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Lubricate Governor Rod Linkage
45
Final Instructions
45
Schedule B Maintenance
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Replace Lubricating Oil and Oil Filter
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Replace Fuel Filter
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Prime Fuel System
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Drain/Flush Coolant System
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Final Instructions
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Schedule C Maintenance
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Return to Service
49
Section 6 Troubleshooting
51
Engine Troubleshooting
51
Controller Troubleshooting
52
Removal from Service During Utility Outages
53
Storage
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Prepare for Storage
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Return from Storage
54
Attention after Submersion
55
Attention after Fuel Spillage
55
Contaminated Fuel Disposal
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Generac Power Systems RD048 Specifications
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Brand
Generac Power Systems
Model
RD048
Category
Portable Generator
Language
English
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