Generac Power Systems 005974-0, Owner'S Manual

Manual Part No. 0J1332 

Rev. D (12/19/11) 

Printed in China.

GENERAC POWER SYSTEMS “TWO YEAR” LIMITED WARRANTY 

FOR GP SERIES PORTABLE GENERATORS

For a period of two (2) years from the date of original sale, Generac Power Systems, Inc. (Generac) warrants its GP Series generators will be free from defects in materials 

and workmanship for the items and period set forth below. Generac will, at its option, repair or replace any part which, upon examination, inspection and testing by Generac 

or a Generac Authorized Warranty Service Dealer, is found to be defective. Repair or replacement pursuant to this limited warranty shall not renew or extend the original 

warranty period.  Any repaired product shall be warranted for the remaining original warranty period only.  Any equipment that the purchaser/owner claims to be defective 

must be returned to and examined by the nearest Generac Authorized Warranty Service Dealer. All transportation costs under the warranty, including return to the factory, 

are to be borne and prepaid by the purchaser/owner. This warranty applies only to Generac GP Series portable generators and is not transferable from original purchaser. 

Save your proof-of-purchase receipt. If you do not provide proof of the initial purchase date, the manufacturer’s shipping date of the product will be used to determine the 

warranty period.

WARRANTY SCHEDULE

Consumer applications are warranted for two (2) years. Commercial and Rental applications are warranted for one (1) year or 1000 hours maximum, whichever comes first.

CONSUMER APPLICATION FOR THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA ONLY

YEAR ONE – Limited comprehensive coverage on Labor and Part(s) listed (proof of purchase and maintenance is required):

• Engine- All Components

• Alternator- All Components
YEAR TWO – Limited comprehensive coverage on Part(s) listed (proof of purchase and maintenance is required):

• Engine- All Components

• Alternator- All Components

COMMERCIAL/RENTAL APPLICATION

YEAR ONE – Limited comprehensive coverage on Labor and Part(s) listed (proof of purchase and maintenance is required):

• Engine- All Components

• Alternator- All Components

NOTE:  

For the purpose of this warranty “consumer use” means personal residential household or recreational use by original purchaser. This warranty does not apply to 

units used for Prime Power in place of utility where utility power service is present or where utility power service does not normally exist. Once a generator has experienced 

commercial or rental use, it shall thereafter be considered a non-consumer use generator for the purpose of this warranty.

GUIDELINES:

1.  All warranty repairs, must be performed and/or addressed by an Authorized/Certified Generac Dealer, or branch thereof.

2.  Units that have been resold are not covered under the Generac Warranty, as this Warranty is not transferable.

3.  Use of Non-Generac replacement part(s) will void the warranty in its entirety.

4.  Generac may choose to Repair, Replace or Refund a piece of equipment.

5.   Warranty Labor Rates are based on normal working hours.  Additional costs for overtime, holiday or emergency labor costs for repairs outside of normal business hours 

will be the responsibility of the customer.

6.  Warranty Parts shipment costs are reimbursed at ground shipment rates.  Costs related to requests for expedited shipping will be the responsibility of the customer.

7.  Batteries are warranted by the battery manufacturer.

8.  Verification of required maintenance may be required for warranty coverage.

THIS WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO THE FOLLOWING:

1.  Costs of normal maintenance and adjustments.

2.  Failures caused by any contaminated fuels, oils or lack of proper oil levels.

3.  Repairs or diagnostics performed by individuals other than Generac authorized dealers not authorized in writing by Generac.

4.  Failures due, but not limited to, normal wear and tear, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence or improper use. 

5.   As with all mechanical devices, the Generac engines need periodic part(s) service and replacement to perform as designed. This warranty will not cover repair when 

normal use has exhausted the life of a part(s) or engine.

6.   Failures caused by any external cause or act of God, such as collision, theft, vandalism, riot or wars, nuclear holocaust, fire, freezing, lightning, earth-quake, windstorm, 

hail, volcanic eruption, water or flood, tornado or hurricane.

7.  Damage related to rodent and/or insect infestation.

8.  Products that are modified or altered in a manner not authorized by Generac in writing.

9.  Any incidental, consequential or indirect damages caused by defects in materials or workmanship, or any delay in repair or replacement of the defective part(s).

10. Failure due to misapplication.

11. Expenses related to “customer instruction” or troubleshooting where no manufacturing defect is found.

12. Rental equipment used while warranty repairs are being performed.

13. Starting batteries, fuses, light bulbs and engine fluids.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN PLACE OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. SPECIFICALLY, GENERAC MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES AS TO THE 

MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Any implied warranties allowed by law shall be limited in duration to the terms of the express warranty 

provided herein. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. GENERAC’S ONLY LIABILITY 

SHALL BE THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PART(S) AS STATED ABOVE. IN NO EVENT SHALL GENERAC BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL 

DAMAGES, EVEN IF SUCH DAMAGES ARE A DIRECT RESULT OF GENERAC’S NEGLIGENCE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or 

consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You also have other rights from state to state.

GENERAC POWER SYSTEMS, INC.  •  P.O. BOX 8 • Waukesha, WI 53187  •  Ph: (888) GENERAC (436-3722)  •  Fax: (262) 544-4851

To locate the nearest Authorized Dealer visit our website www.generac.com

Part No. 0H8902 

Revision E  (10/11)

Warranty