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Models:
005411-0, 005413-0, 005415-0, 005751-0,
005752-0, 005753-0, 005855-0, 005856-0,
005857-0
Owner's Manual
Air-cooled Recreational
Vehicle Generators
RV 45, 55 and 65
www.generac.com or 1-888-GENERAC
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Table of Contents Part I — Operating Instructions Part II — Installation Instructions Introduction .............................................................. 1 Safety Rules ...........................................................18 Read This Manual Thoroughly ........................................... 1 Notice to Installer ............................................................. 18 Contents .............................................................................1 Operation a
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Introduction The operator (driver) is responsible for proper and safe use of the INTRODUCTION vehicle and its equipment, and the safety of all vehicle occupants. We strongly recommend that the operator read this manual and READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY thoroughly understand all instructions before using this equipment. If any portion of this manual is not understood, contact the near- We also strongly recommend instructing other occupants in the est Authorized Service Dealer for starting, ope
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Safety Rules SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – The manufacturer suggests that these rules for safe operation be copied and posted in potential hazard areas of the recreational vehicle. Safety should be stressed to all operators and potential operators of this equipment. Study these SAFETY RULES carefully before installing, operating or servicing this equipment. Become familiar with this manual and GENERAL HAZARDS with the unit. The generator can operate safely, efficiently and reli- ably only if i
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Safety Rules ELECTRICAL HAZARDS FIRE HAZARDS • The generator covered by this manual produces dangerous • For fire safety, the generator must be installed and maintained electrical voltages and can cause fatal electrical shock. Avoid properly. Installation always must comply with applicable contact with bare wires, terminals, connections, etc., while the codes, standards, laws and regulations. Adhere strictly to local, unit is running. Ensure all appropriate covers, guards and bar- state an
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General Information 1.1 GENERATOR IDENTIFICATION Please record the following information from the generator DATA DECAL or information decal. 1. Model Number ____________________ 2. Serial Number _________________ 3. kW Rating _________________________ 4. Rated Voltage _________________ 5. Phase _____________________________ 6. Hertz __________________________ 1881 25 13 10, 17 34 5 1 12 11 14 16 6 7 10 9, 17 REFERENCE NUMBER IDENTIFICATION 1. Generator Air Intake 10. Fuel Pump 2. Data Plat
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General Information 1.2 GENERATOR APPLICABILITY 1.3 INSTALLATION These generators have been designed and manufactured for sup- This Owner’s Manual has been prepared under the assumption plying electrical power for recreational vehicles. DO NOT modify that a competent, qualified technician installed the generator into the generator or use it for any application other than for what it a recreational vehicle. We also assume the installer complied was designed. If there are any questions pertaini
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General Information 2. 120/240 VAC loads — one load with a maximum total watt- NOTE age requirement equal to the generator’s rated power output, Some installations using a “shared” fuel tank may have a gen- and 240V across the generator output terminals; or two sepa- erator fuel pickup tube that is shorter than the vehicle engine’s rate loads, each with a maximum total wattage requirement pickup tube. Such an arrangement causes the generator engine equal to half of the generator’s rated pow
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General Information 1.6.3 GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS SERIES RV45G RV55G RV65G Rotor RPM 3600 3600 3600 Rotor Poles 2 2 2 Engine RPM 2571 2571 2571 Rated Max. Continuous AC Output Watts* 4500 5500 6500 Voltage* 120 120 120 Rated Max. Continuous Current Amps (240V) 37.5 (18.7) 45.8 (22.9) 54.1 (27) Phase 1 1 1 Frequency 60 Hertz 60 Hertz 60 Hertz Weight 278 lbs. 285 lbs. 293 lbs. Length 33.7 in. 33.7 in. 33.7 in. Width 21.5 in. 21.5 in. 21.5 in. Height 16.8 in. 16.8 in. 16.8 in. * All units are
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Operation Figure 2.1 – Typical Control Panel 1.8 EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS INFORMATION This generator is subject to evaporative emission standards which have been implemented by the California Air Resource Board (CARB) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). If this generator is offered for sale in the state of California, it must be covered by a CARB evaporative Executive Order. If this generator is offered for sale to the final consumer in any other state, certified low-permeation f
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Operation 2.1.4 DIAGNOSTICS 2.3.2 PRECHOKE If the generator shuts down due to a fault, the indicator will flash a The choke system also has a temperature-sensitive metal strip that code to identify the problem. adjusts choke valve angle according to ambient temperatures (i.e., in cold ambient temperatures, choke valve closes more). Once the • 2 Flashes = Low Batter y (Voltage falls below 11.0 VDC for one engine starts, an element heats the temperature-sensitive strip to minute) a normal ope
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Operation NOTE: 2.4.5 ENGINE EXHAUST GAS If starting from the generator control panel, turn OFF loads Before starting the generator engine, be sure there is no way for by setting the generator’s main circuit breaker to the OFF (or exhaust gases to enter the vehicle interior and endanger people or open) position. If starting from a remote panel, turn OFF loads animals. Close windows, doors and other openings in the vehicle using the means provided in the vehicle (such as a main circuit tha
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Operation • Most lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads indicate their 2.8.3 FIELD BOOST required watts on their nameplate or data plate. For light bulbs, The Controller Circuit Board houses a field boost diode and resistor simply note the wattage rating of the bulb. that are not part of the automatic choke circuit. These two compo- • If a load does not show its rated wattage, multiply that load’s nents are part of a “field boost” circuit (Figure 2.3). During engine rated VOLTS times AMP
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Maintenance 2.8.5 OPERATION IN HIGH GRASS OR BRUSH 3.2 CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL AND/OR OIL FILTER Never operate the generator while the vehicle is parked over high grass, weeds, brush, Hot oil may cause burns. Allow engine to leaves or any other combustible substance. cool before draining oil. A void prolonged Such materials can ignite and burn from the or repeated skin exposure with used oil. heat of the exhaust system. The generator Thoroughly wash exposed areas with soap. exhau
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Maintenance 10. Remove the dipstick, valve cover plug and add new oil (see 3.4 CHECKING THE ENGINE “Engine Oil Requirements”) to engine. DO NOT FILL ABOVE THE “FULL” MARK. SPARK PLUG Reset the spark plug gap or replace the spark plugs as necessary. 11. Install and tighten plug and dipstick before starting the See the Service Schedule section for maintenance requirements. engine. 12. Start engine and check for leaks. 1. Clean the area around the base of the spark plugs to keep dirt NOTE: a
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Maintenance 3.6 CLEAN SPARK ARRESTOR The engine exhaust muffler has a spark arrestor screen. Inspect and Do NOT use a forceful spray of water to clean the screen every 200 hours of operation or once each year, clean the generator . Water will enter the gen- whichever comes first. erator interior and cause problems, and may NOTE: also contaminate the generator fuel system. If using the generator on any forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered unimproved land, it must equipped with a
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Maintenance A battery presents a risk of electrical shock • Make sure the piston is at Top Dead Center (TDC) of its com- and high short circuit current. The following pression stroke (both valves closed). To get the piston at TDC, precautions are to be observed when work- remove the intake screen at the front of the engine to gain ing on batteries: access to the flywheel nut. Use a large socket and socket wrench to rotate the nut and hence the engine in a clockwise • Remove watches, rings
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Maintenance 3.13.2 RETURN TO SERVICE 3.10 MAJOR SERVICE MANUAL To obtain a service manual for the generator, contact the near- To return the unit to service after storage, proceed as follows: est Authorized Service Dealer. Make sure to identify the MODEL 1. Check the tag on the engine for oil viscosity and classification. NUMBER and SERIES. Verify that the correct recommended oil is used in the engine (see "Engine Oil Requirements"). If necessary, drain and refill 3.11 DRIVE BELT with the pr
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Part II - Installation Instructions Part II – Installation Instructions ONLY QUALIFIED ELECTRICIANS OR CONTRACTORS SHOULD ATTEMPT INSTALLATION!
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Safety Rules DANGER: For fire safety, installation of a generator into a recreational vehicle must comply strictly with article 551, NFP A 70; ANSI C1-1975; AND, ANSI A119.2-1975/NFPA 501C “Standard for Recreational Vehicles” (Part 3, “Installation of Electrical Systems”). In addition, installation must comply with the man- ufacturer’s instructions and recommendations. NOTICE TO INSTALLER GENERAL HAZARDS These Installation Instructions have been published by the manu- facturer to aid in the
