Thank you for the great maintenance video. Very clear and informative. One helpful tip for anyone who buys new: Change the oil immediately after running it for its first 1/2 hour, and after its first 3-4 hours. You’ll see a ton of metal flakes in these first few oil changes. This will ensure a long life and easy starts for your generator for years to come.
Thanks for the info. I can't say I did that. But I do believe there cant be too much when it comes to oil changes. Especially during the break in period. Growing up I always had others chime in on how frequently I'd change my oil. Saying they'd gladly use my old oil for there oil change, and commonly quote how many years its been or that they never and look how many miles my car has on it etc...... Proper lubrication gives your set up its best chance at longevity. And as you pointed out. Removing any particulates, metal, or other that may occur from the break in and normal ware and tare, can only have a positive out come. Yes it cost money. But likely not as much as a replacement and the convenience of it working and being available when you need it. Especially for those that only pull it out in a pinch. Is priceless. Thanks again.
I just bought one of these exact units. Glad you showed the maintenance so I know what the oil screen looks like etc. It looked like the oil and spark plug were certainly ready for an exchange at 100 hours, thank you.
Glad it was of help. Im a believer in the recommended maintenance schedule on these. There are never any guarantees in life but at least Ill know I did my part to keep it running.
I can. But that generator is tucked away at the moment. Do you have some bad fuel, or? You'd just need find the fuel line and disconnect it and allow it to drain into something. Once it starts open the fuel cap. That'll speed it up. If you're not familiar with that. There will likely be one line/hose coming out of the bottom or low spot on the tank. Then follow it to where it connects from there. You could just disconnect it at the tank but it's get messy if your not ready with something for it to spill into. I'd were gloves etc. If you remove the other connection it allows you to pinch off the line and maneuver it to reach a pan of some sort to drain into. Or remove the tank if you want to go that far. Sometimes that's not that complicated. A few nuts or bolts holding them on and again disconnect the fuel line. Then you can just handle the tank in anyway you like. Turn it upside down etc. Pour fresh fuel in and swirl it around and drain it again if you like. Then put it back on and you should be ready to go. Hope that helps.
Saw your response but the manual is pretty poor about indicating where the gas shut off valve is or how to do this with this fuel injected system. Video would help!
@@nirajkaji3385 At this moment. That generator is put away at a remote property for the winter. If I can get my hands on another. I will see what I can do but no promises for now.
Glad you found it helpful. Yah the picnic table made it a lot easier to do as well as video. Likely won't do it that way every time. Well ....maybe. Certainly was a bit awkward. Maybe a lift table next time.
Yep. Was considering doing a video on just that. Separately On its own. Was on the fence about including it in the routine maintenance video. But it really should be addressed and considered.
A carbon canister on a generator is filled with activated carbon that captures and stores fuel vapors that would otherwise be released into the atmosphere. Essentially it's part of the emission control system. By absorbing these vapors and then releasing them back into the engine to be burned during combustion, reducing harmful emissions. It's connected to the fuel tank by a vent line. So it's not a fuel line but may appear to be because it comes directly from the tank, typically. Hope that helps.
@@michaelbielek1824 I haven't had any problems so far. And I haven't heard of any so far. The main thing I usually concern myself with is clean treated and if available ethanol free gas. Usually yields good experiences.
When you buy this generator after hooking the battery up do you need to hook up and more connections for the battery start to work because I done had the charger plugged in all day and it still isn’t charged
As far as anything that would relate to it starting. Just oil, battery and key as far as I know. If it's just dead and you've checked your battery connections and there is just nothing. My instinct would be the battery needs replacing. Who knows how long these batteries sat on a shelf before being packaged with a generator to be sold and then how long it sat before being sold. The instructions indicate, needs a full charge before using. Mine didnt hold a charge very well and I replaced it. The new one has performed well with keeping it charged of course. Did you use the charger that comes with the generator or an automotive type charger? With the proper battery size settings. I prefer to remove the battery and use a charger that indicates what it has drained to. Showing me the voltage right when I hook up. And also indicates the charging status or if there is none. That charger that comes with I believe is a sort of trickle charger and you have no way of knowing if it's doing anything. It doesn't even have an indicator light to let you know it has power when you plug it in. At least mine doesn't. So you dont know if the battery is completely dead or if its trickling slowly, or trying and trying but getting nowhere or just needs more time. If you dont have another charger. You could take the battery to say a batteries plus and they could test it for you. I suggest them mainly because there one of the few places likely to have that particular battery. Hope that helps.
I have one of those as well. Smaller, but been going for many years. 15 to 16 years I believe. With lots and lots of use. While I will say Honda would be my first choice. I have not been disappointed with this Generac as of yet. I bought it at Costco and they have a pretty good return policy there in the event it disappointed. Ive had it going on I believe 4 maybe 5 years now. For the size and price compared to a similar Honda. Im willing to give it a go. I actually have a Honda, a Yamaha, This Generac, and of course the built in Onin in the motorhome. The Onin is the only one to give me grief so far all these years. They seem to be problematic. So when in need I just plug into the Generac. If I need that much Amperage. Or one of the others for lesser needs. Anyway, thanks for the input. All opinions are helpful to viewers.
Thank you for the great maintenance video. Very clear and informative.
One helpful tip for anyone who buys new: Change the oil immediately after running it for its first 1/2 hour, and after its first 3-4 hours. You’ll see a ton of metal flakes in these first few oil changes.
This will ensure a long life and easy starts for your generator for years to come.
Thanks for the info. I can't say I did that. But I do believe there cant be too much when it comes to oil changes. Especially during the break in period. Growing up I always had others chime in on how frequently I'd change my oil. Saying they'd gladly use my old oil for there oil change, and commonly quote how many years its been or that they never and look how many miles my car has on it etc...... Proper lubrication gives your set up its best chance at longevity. And as you pointed out. Removing any particulates, metal, or other that may occur from the break in and normal ware and tare, can only have a positive out come. Yes it cost money. But likely not as much as a replacement and the convenience of it working and being available when you need it. Especially for those that only pull it out in a pinch. Is priceless. Thanks again.
I just bought one of these exact units. Glad you showed the maintenance so I know what the oil screen looks like etc.
It looked like the oil and spark plug were certainly ready for an exchange at 100 hours, thank you.
Glad it was of help. Im a believer in the recommended maintenance schedule on these. There are never any guarantees in life but at least Ill know I did my part to keep it running.
Can you do a video on how to drain the fuel from the generator with EFI. I have the exact same generator. I love it.
I can. But that generator is tucked away at the moment. Do you have some bad fuel, or? You'd just need find the fuel line and disconnect it and allow it to drain into something. Once it starts open the fuel cap. That'll speed it up. If you're not familiar with that. There will likely be one line/hose coming out of the bottom or low spot on the tank. Then follow it to where it connects from there. You could just disconnect it at the tank but it's get messy if your not ready with something for it to spill into. I'd were gloves etc. If you remove the other connection it allows you to pinch off the line and maneuver it to reach a pan of some sort to drain into. Or remove the tank if you want to go that far. Sometimes that's not that complicated. A few nuts or bolts holding them on and again disconnect the fuel line. Then you can just handle the tank in anyway you like. Turn it upside down etc. Pour fresh fuel in and swirl it around and drain it again if you like. Then put it back on and you should be ready to go. Hope that helps.
Saw your response but the manual is pretty poor about indicating where the gas shut off valve is or how to do this with this fuel injected system. Video would help!
@@nirajkaji3385 At this moment. That generator is put away at a remote property for the winter. If I can get my hands on another. I will see what I can do but no promises for now.
You are the MAN my friend
Sounds like you got the info you were looking for. Glad to hear it. Thanks for the feedback.
Great video. Not a handy guy but will follow your video this weekend...and yes, I was wondering how you got it on the picnic table 😂
Glad you found it helpful. Yah the picnic table made it a lot easier to do as well as video. Likely won't do it that way every time. Well ....maybe. Certainly was a bit awkward. Maybe a lift table next time.
I just bought the 15,000 EFI model not coming in till the end of May. Hopefully it’s a reliable unit for me.
I'd love to hear how it works out for you. Im a firm believer with all generators. Maintenance is crucial.
Valve lash adjustment is also important
Yep. Was considering doing a video on just that. Separately On its own. Was on the fence about including it in the routine maintenance video. But it really should be addressed and considered.
What is the carbon canister? Does the fuel line from the gas tank run down to the fuel canister?
A carbon canister on a generator is filled with activated carbon that captures and stores fuel vapors that would otherwise be released into the atmosphere. Essentially it's part of the emission control system. By absorbing these vapors and then releasing them back into the engine to be burned during combustion, reducing harmful emissions. It's connected to the fuel tank by a vent line. So it's not a fuel line but may appear to be because it comes directly from the tank, typically. Hope that helps.
Great video! Any issues at all with the EFI function throughout your time in using this generator?
So far none. Ive got about 250 hrs on it. Have you? Or just wondering if its a concern?
Mine just arrived today - just wondering if it was a concern!
@@michaelbielek1824 I haven't had any problems so far. And I haven't heard of any so far. The main thing I usually concern myself with is clean treated and if available ethanol free gas. Usually yields good experiences.
When you buy this generator after hooking the battery up do you need to hook up and more connections for the battery start to work because I done had the charger plugged in all day and it still isn’t charged
As far as anything that would relate to it starting. Just oil, battery and key as far as I know. If it's just dead and you've checked your battery connections and there is just nothing. My instinct would be the battery needs replacing. Who knows how long these batteries sat on a shelf before being packaged with a generator to be sold and then how long it sat before being sold. The instructions indicate, needs a full charge before using. Mine didnt hold a charge very well and I replaced it. The new one has performed well with keeping it charged of course. Did you use the charger that comes with the generator or an automotive type charger? With the proper battery size settings. I prefer to remove the battery and use a charger that indicates what it has drained to. Showing me the voltage right when I hook up. And also indicates the charging status or if there is none. That charger that comes with I believe is a sort of trickle charger and you have no way of knowing if it's doing anything. It doesn't even have an indicator light to let you know it has power when you plug it in. At least mine doesn't. So you dont know if the battery is completely dead or if its trickling slowly, or trying and trying but getting nowhere or just needs more time. If you dont have another charger. You could take the battery to say a batteries plus and they could test it for you. I suggest them mainly because there one of the few places likely to have that particular battery. Hope that helps.
Awesome
Sounds like it helped. Good deal.
Gemerac's are pieces of crap. Buy a Honda generator. They are so much more reliable
I have one of those as well. Smaller, but been going for many years. 15 to 16 years I believe. With lots and lots of use. While I will say Honda would be my first choice. I have not been disappointed with this Generac as of yet. I bought it at Costco and they have a pretty good return policy there in the event it disappointed. Ive had it going on I believe 4 maybe 5 years now. For the size and price compared to a similar Honda. Im willing to give it a go. I actually have a Honda, a Yamaha, This Generac, and of course the built in Onin in the motorhome. The Onin is the only one to give me grief so far all these years. They seem to be problematic. So when in need I just plug into the Generac. If I need that much Amperage. Or one of the others for lesser needs. Anyway, thanks for the input. All opinions are helpful to viewers.