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Wipe up any fuel or oil spills immediately. Ensure that no 

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combustible materials are left on or near the generator. Keep the 
area surrounding the generator clean and free from debris and 
keep a clearance of five (5) feet on all side to allow for proper 
ventilation of the generator.

Do not insert objects through unit’s cooling slots.

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Do not 

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operate the generator if connected electrical devices 

overheat, if electrical output is lost, if engine or generator sparks 
or if flames or smoke are observed while unit is running.

Keep a fire extinguisher near the generator at all times. 

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STANDARDS INDEX

 

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In the absence of pertinent standards, codes, regulations and laws, 
the published information listed below may be used as a guideline 
for operation of this equipment. Always reference the latest revision 
available for the standards listed.

1.  NFPA No. 70, NFPA HANDBOOK OF NATIONAL ELECTRIC 

CODE.

2.  Article X, NATIONAL BUILDING CODE, available from the 

American Insurance Association, 85 John Street, New York, 

N.Y. 10038.

3.  AGRICULTURAL WIRING HANDBOOK, available from the Food 

and Energy Council, 909 University Avenue, Columbia, MO 

65201.

4.  ASAE EP-3634, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE OF 

FARM STANDBY ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS, available from the 

American Society of Agricultural Engineers, 2950 Niles Road, 

St. Joseph, MI 49085.

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Figure 1 - Generator ID Plate

ID PLATE

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Portable Generator System

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

Engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known 

to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects 

and other reproductive harm.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

This product contains or emits chemicals known to the 

State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and 

other reproductive harm.

Summary of Contents for iX 2000

Page 1: ...MODEL 005793 0 iX 2000 Digital Inverter Generator Operator s Manual ...

Page 2: ...ling the Generator 7 To Fill the Fuel Tank 8 Adding Engine Oil 8 To Add Engine Oil to the Crankcase 8 Section 3 Maintenance 8 Generator Maintenance 8 Generator Maintenance Schedule 9 Cleaning the Generator 9 Engine Maintenance 9 Changing the Engine Oil 9 Changing the Fuel Filter 10 Changing the Spark Plug 10 Transportation and Storage 10 Section 4 Troubleshooting 11 Troubleshooting Guide 11 Sectio...

Page 3: ...es a hazardous situation or action which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTE Notes contain additional information important to a procedure and will be found within the regular text body of this manual These safety warnings cannot eliminate the hazards that they indicate Common sense and strict compliance with the special instructions while performing the action or service ...

Page 4: ...oot or while hands or feet are wet DANGEROUS ELECTRICAL SHOCK MAY RESULT The National Electric Code NEC requires the frame and external electrically conductive parts of the generator be properly connected to an approved earth ground Local electrical codes may also require proper grounding of the generator Consult with a local electrician for grounding requirements in the area Use a ground fault ci...

Page 5: ... the latest revision available for the standards listed 1 NFPA No 70 NFPA HANDBOOK OF NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE 2 Article X NATIONAL BUILDING CODE available from the American Insurance Association 85 John Street New York N Y 10038 3 AGRICULTURAL WIRING HANDBOOK available from the Food and Energy Council 909 University Avenue Columbia MO 65201 4 ASAE EP 3634 INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE OF FARM STANDB...

Page 6: ...les 7 Air Intake Slats Allows for cooling air to enter the housing 8 Muffler Lowers engine exhaust noise 9 Choke Cold engine starting aid 10 Left Side Service Cover Allows access to air filter fuel filter and oil fill dipstick 11 Vent Hoses Hoses allow venting of the crankcase and carburetor 12 Fuel Shutoff Controls fuel supply to the carburetor 13 Starter Rope Pull rope for starting engine Figure...

Page 7: ...e service cover 5 Make sure there are no loads connected to the generator 6 The National Electric Code NEC requires the frame and external electrically conductive parts of the generator be properly connected to an approved earth ground Proper grounding of the generator will prevent electrical shock in the event of a ground fault condition in the generator or in connected electrical devices Proper ...

Page 8: ...to the generator 3 Consult the following table to estimate what can be powered by the generator Device Running Watts Air Conditioner 12 000 Btu 1700 Air Conditioner 24 000 Btu 3800 Air Conditioner 40 000 Btu 6000 Battery Charger 20 Amp 500 Belt Sander 3 1000 Chain Saw 1200 Circular Saw 6 1 2 800 to 1000 Clothes Dryer Electric 5750 Clothes Dryer Gas 700 Clothes Washer 1150 Coffee Maker 1750 Compres...

Page 9: ... generator Unplug any cords to the 120 VAC duplex outlets 2 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF O position Figure 7 A switch behind the fuel valve grounds the ignition system stopping the engine and the fuel supply is shut off 3 Allow the generator to cool before moving or storing Always allow the generator to cool off before storing High temperatures will be present at the rear of the unit for some ti...

Page 10: ...stick located on the bottom of the engine crankcase 4 Add the recommended engine oil slowly stopping frequently to check the level The full level is the base of the threads in the filler neck 5 Replace the oil fill cap dipstick and tighten 6 Always check the oil level before starting the generator engine DO NOT overfill the engine crankcase with oil High oil pressure may result causing premature e...

Page 11: ... on a generator that has cooled completely Inspect the oil level and air filter condition each time you are going to use the generator To check the air filter and oil level the left side service cover must be removed use a screwdriver to loosen the screw securing the cover and remove The air filter is located behind a cover for the air box Figure 10 Push the tab on the bottom of the air box up war...

Page 12: ...d 5 Replace the spark plug cover Figure 12 Replace Spark Plug SPARK PLUG LOCATION TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE Transport or store the generator only if it has cooled completely Make sure the fuel valve and the vent on the fuel cap are both in the OFF O position It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor fuel hose or tank during long ter...

Page 13: ...level add as needed 4 Replace fuel filter 5 Replace engine start switch 6 Replace ignition coil Engine starts then runs rough 1 Choke is stuck or left on 2 Dirty or clogged air filter 3 Defective spark plug 4 Dirty fuel filter 5 Defective FlexPower switch 1 Turn choke off 2 Clean or replace the air filter element 3 Replace spark plug 4 Replace fuel filter 5 Replace FlexPower switch No AC output 1 ...

Page 14: ...c You are responsible for contacting a Generac Authorized Warranty Dealer as soon as a problem occurs The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days Warranty service can be arranged by contacting either your selling dealer or a Generac Authorized Warranty Service Dealer To locate the Generac Authorized Warranty Service Dealer nearest you call our toll...

Page 15: ...uled replacement point for that part If the part fails prior to the first scheduled replacement the part shall be repaired or replaced by Generac according to Subsection 4 below Any such emissions related part repaired or replaced under the ECS warranty shall be warranted for the remainder of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for that part 4 Repair or replacement of any war...

Page 16: ... any contaminated fuels oils or lack of proper oil levels Repairs or diagnostics performed by individuals other than Guardian Generac authorized dealers not authorized in writing by Generac Power Systems Failures due but not limited to normal wear and tear accident misuse abuse negligence or improper use As with all mechanical devices the Generac engines need periodic part s service and replacemen...

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