Product Manual

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1. Introduction
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This manual covers operation and maintenance of
the KY Series of generator sets (gensets). Each op-
erator should study this manual carefully and ob-
serve all of its instructions and safety precautions.
Keep this manual and the Installation Manual with
the other vehicle manuals.
Operation, Periodic Maintenance and Trouble-
shooting provide the instructions necessary for op-
erating the genset and maintaining top perfor-
mance. The owner is responsible for maintenance
in accordance with the PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE (Page 3-1). This manual also includes
genset specifications, information on how to obtain
service, and information for California users.
WARNING
This genset is not a life support sys-
tem. It can stop without warning. Children, per-
sons with physical or mental limitations, and
pets could suffer severe personal injury or
death. A personal attendant, redundant power
or an alarm system must be used if genset op-
eration is critical.
NAMEPLATE
Model and Serial Numbers: Refer to Figure 1-1 for
the location of the genset nameplate. Record the
model and serial numbers in the designated boxes
in Figure 1-1 so that they are handy when calling for
parts, service or product information. Each charac-
ter, including the last letter in the model number, is
important for obtaining the right parts.
Genuine Onan replacement parts are recom-
mended for best performance and safety.
Federal Emissions Compliance Period: The
Federal Emissions Compliance Period referred to
on the nameplate indicates the number of operating
hours for which the engine has been shown to meet
Federal emissions requirements. Category
C = 250 hrs, B = 500 hrs, A = 1000 hrs.
RECORD NUMBERS HERE
MODEL NUMBER:
SERIAL NUMBER:
The engine family designation, engine displacement, statement of
compliance with the applicable EPA and / or California emissions
regulations, including the compliance period or category, appear in
this block on the actual nameplate on the genset.
FIGURE 1-1. TYPICAL NAMEPLATE
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