PP5000T Portable Generator Owner’s Manual DANGER! This generator is designed for outdoor use only. Never use this generator inside any building or enclosure including the generator compartment of a recreational vehicle (RV). Carbon monoxide poisoning, fire and/or an explosion may result. No user performed modifications, including venting of exhaust and/or cooling ventilation, will eliminate the danger.
Generac Portable Products PP5000T Generator EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION SAFETY RULES This generator is an engine-driven, revolving field, alternating current (AC) generator. It was designed to supply electrical power for operating compatible electrical lighting, appliances, tool and motor loads. This manual contains information for a generator that operates 120 and/or 240 Volt, single phase, 60 Hz devices that require up to 5,000 watts (5.0 kW) of power that pull up to 41.7 Amps at 120 Volts or 20.
Generac Portable Products PP5000T Generator Do Not use worn, bare, frayed or otherwise damaged electrical cord sets with the generator. Using a defective cord set may result in electrical shock or damage to equipment and/or property. Never operate the generator: in rain; in any enclosed compartment; when connected electrical devices overheat; if electrical output is lost; if engine or generator sparks; if flame or smoke is observed while unit is running; if unit vibrates excessively.
Generac Portable Products PP5000T Generator KNOW YOUR GENERATOR Read this owners manual and safety rules before operating your generator. Compare the illustrations with your generator, to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Generac Portable Products PP5000T Generator INSTALL WHEEL KIT To install your wheel kit you need the following tools: 15/16" box, open end, or socket wrench NOTE: Be sure to install the wheel with raised hub inboard. Two 13 mm box, open end, or socket wrenches Retain wheel on axle stud with a flat washer and retaining pin. Install other wheel on remaining axle stud in the same manner. Tip unit and install the wheel.
Generac Portable Products PP5000T Generator BEFORE STARTING ENGINE Use regular UNLEADED gasoline with the Generator engine. Do Not use premium gasoline. Do Not mix oil with gasoline. Add Oil Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove cap. Add unleaded regular gasoline, slowly to fuel tank. Be careful not to overfill. Allow about 1/2" of tank space for fuel expansion (Figure 3).
Generac Portable Products PP5000T Generator OPERATING THE GENERATOR Figure 5 Air Cleaner Position Above 32°F CAUTION! Never start or stop the engine with electrical loads connected to the receptacles AND with the connected devices turned ON. Starting the Engine DANGER! Breathing Hazard! Never run engine indoors or in enclosed poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
Generac Portable Products PP5000T Generator Grasp starter grip and pull slowly until you feel some resistance. Then pull cord out with rapid full arm stroke. Let rope return slowly. Do Not let rope snap back against starter. Close the fuel shutoff valve. COLD WEATHER OPERATION When engine starts, move choke lever to Half choke position until the engine runs smoothly and then to No choke position.
Generac Portable Products PP5000T Generator Ensure a minimum of two feet clearance between open side of box and nearest object. Figure 9 120/240 Volt, 20 Amp Locking Receptacle Face exposed end away from wind and elements. Enclosure should hold enough heat created by the generator to prevent icing. DANGER! Carbon Monoxide Hazard! Never run unit indoors. Do Not enclose generator any more than shown. Remove shelter when temperatures are above 40°F [4°C].
Generac Portable Products PP5000T Generator DONT OVERLOAD THE GENERATOR If the appliance, tool or motor does not give wattage, multiply 120 Volts times ampere rating to determine watts (volts x amps = watts). Some electric motors, such as induction types, require about three times more watts of power for starting than for running. This surge of power lasts for only a few seconds when starting such motors.
Generac Portable Products PP5000T Generator SPECIFICATIONS To Clean the Generator Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean. Maximum Surge Watts . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6,250 watts Soft, bristle brush may be used to loosen caked on dirt or oil. Continuous Wattage Capacity . . . . . . . . .5,000 watts Power Factor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.0 A vacuum cleaner may be used to pick up loose dirt and debris.
Generac Portable Products PP5000T Generator TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine is running, but no AC output is available. Engine runs good but bogs down when loads are connected. Engine will not start; or starts and runs rough. Engine shuts down during operation. Engine lacks power. Engine hunts or falters. Cause 1. Circuit breaker is open. 2. Poor connection or defective cord set. 3. Connected device is bad. 4. Fault in generator. 1. Short circuit in a connected load. 2. Generator is overloaded. 3. 4.
Generac Portable Products PP5000T Generator ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC 13
Generac Portable Products PP5000T Generator WIRING DIAGRAM 14
Generac Portable Products PP5000T Generator EXPLODED VIEW WHEEL KIT Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 11 Part # Qty. Description 87005A 2 PIN, Retaining 87280 2 WHEEL, 8" Diameter 93728 2 STUD, Axle 94222Q 2 JAM NUT, Lock 5/8" - 18 49808 2 WASHER, Flat 94034 1 LEG, Mounting B84910 1 HANDLE, Lifting 75928 1 GRIP, Handle 39287 2 HHCS, M8 - 1.25 x 45 52858 2 NUT, Locking Hex M8 - 1.
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Generac Portable Products PP5000T Generator EXPLODED VIEW GENERATOR Item 1 2 3 Part # NSP 66825B 91825 Qty.
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LIMITED WARRANTY FOR PORTABLE GENERATORS (EXCEPT GN ENGINE SERIES) Generac Portable Products (hereafter referred to as the COMPANY) warrants to the original purchaser that its generator will be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one year* from the date of original purchase. This warranty does not apply to units used for prime power in place of utility.
