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Wacker Neuson GPS 8500 Operator's Manual

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    Generator, non-carb gps 8500 gps 9700 operator’s manual 0176674en 002 0809 0 1 7 6 6 7 4 e n.

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    Danger carbon monoxide using a generator indoors can kill you in minutes. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide (co). This is a poison you cannot see or smell. If you can smell the generator exhaust, you are breathing co. But even if you cannot smell the exhaust, you could be breathing co. • ne...

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    Wc_tx001035gb.Fm 3 machines covered in this manual california proposition 65 warning: engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components, contain or emit chemicals known to the state of california to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Foreword this manua...

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    Gps 8500 / gps 9700 table of contents 5 foreword 3 1. Safety information 7 1.1 laws pertaining to spark arresters ...................................................... 7 1.2 operating safety .................................................................................. 8 1.3 operator safety whi...

  • Page 6: Table of Contents

    Table of contents gps 8500 / gps 9700 wc_bo0176674en_002toc.Fm 6 3. Maintenance 28 3.1 engine maintenance ............................................................................28 3.2 periodic maintenance schedule ..........................................................28 3.3 engine lubricati...

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    Gps 8500 / gps 9700 safety information 7 1. Safety information this manual contains danger, warning, caution, notice and note callouts which must be followed to reduce the possibility of personal injury, damage to the equipment, or improper service. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to ale...

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    Safety information gps 8500 / gps 9700 8 1.2 operating safety backfeed from the generator into the public power distribution system can cause serious injury or death to utility workers! Improper connection of generator to a building’s electrical system can allow electrical current from the generator...

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    Gps 8500 / gps 9700 safety information 9 1.2.11 always transport the generator in an upright position. 1.2.12 always keep the machine at least one meter (three feet) away from structures, buildings, and other equipment during use. 1.2.13 always keep the area immediately surrounding and underneath th...

  • Page 10: Safety Information

    Safety information gps 8500 / gps 9700 10 1.4 service safety poorly maintained equipment can become a safety hazard! In order for the equipment to operate safely and properly over a long period of time, periodic maintenance and occasional repairs are necessary. If the generator is experiencing probl...

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    Gps 8500 / gps 9700 safety information 11 1.5 label locations g k f e h l j i a d b,c.

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    Safety information gps 8500 / gps 9700 12 1.6 safety and operating labels wacker neuson machines use international pictorial labels where needed. These labels are described below: label meaning a danger! Engines emit carbon monoxide; operate only in well-ventilated area. Read the operator’s manual. ...

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    Gps 8500 / gps 9700 safety information 13 f neutral bonded to frame. G key switch: off on start h open main circuit breaker. Open the fuel flow valve. Open the choke. Turn engine key switch to “on” position. Label meaning 1 2 3 4 5b 5a 6 7 1 2 3.

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    Safety information gps 8500 / gps 9700 14 pull rewind starter or turn engine key switch to crank starter. Close main circuit breaker. Close the fuel flow valve. Close the choke. Turn engine key switch to “off” position. I, j using a generator indoors can kill you in minutes. Generator exhaust contai...

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    Gps 8500 / gps 9700 safety information 15 only use outside and far away from windows, doors, and vents. K this equipment does not meet califor- nia evp emission regulations for small off-road engines. L improper connection of generator to a building’s electrical system can allow electrical current f...

  • Page 16: Operation

    Operation gps 8500 / gps 9700 16 2. Operation 2.1 application and power requirements this generator is designed to operate single-phase, 60 hz appliances running at 120 and 240 vac. Notice: do not exceed the continuous rated output of the generator. Damage to tools or generator will occur. See techn...

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    Gps 8500 / gps 9700 operation 17 2.2 installation place the generator in an area where it will not be exposed to rain, snow, or direct sunlight. Make sure it is positioned on firm, level ground, so it will not slide or shift. Position the engine exhaust away from areas where people may be present. T...

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    Operation gps 8500 / gps 9700 18 2.3 generator derating all generators are subject to derating for altitude and temperature. Internal combustion engines, unless modified, run less efficiently at higher altitudes due to the reduction of air pressure. This translates into a lack of power and thus redu...

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    Gps 8500 / gps 9700 operation 19 2.4 grounding the generator a ground connection (a) is located on the generator frame. For proper operating safety, this ground terminal must be connected to a good ground source. This ground connection must comply with national electrical code standards, and state a...

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    Operation gps 8500 / gps 9700 20 2.5 use of extension cords when a long extension cord is used to connect an appliance or tool to the generator, a voltage loss occurs—the longer the cord, the greater the voltage loss. This results in less voltage being supplied to the appliance or tool and increases...

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    Gps 8500 / gps 9700 operation 21 2.7 control panel ref. Description ref. Description a auto idle switch g thermal overload b main circuit breaker h voltage selector switch c 240v 20a overcurrent circuit breaker j 120v 30a twist-lock receptacle d 120/240v 30a overcurrent circuit breaker k 120v 20a tw...

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    Operation gps 8500 / gps 9700 22 2.8 main circuit breaker the generator is protected by a main breaker (b) located on the control panel. The circuit breaker protects the generator from severe overloads or short circuits. If the circuit breaker opens, turn the engine off immediately and determine the...

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    Gps 8500 / gps 9700 operation 23 2.10 voltage selection the voltage selector switch (h) allows the generator to operate in either single (120v) or dual voltage (120/240v) mode. In single voltage mode only the 120v twist lock and 120v duplex receptacles are powered. The full rated power of the genera...

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    Operation gps 8500 / gps 9700 24 2.12 engine auto idle the auto idle switch (a) automatically reduces engine speed 5 seconds after all appliances or tools attached to the generator have been turned off. Engine automatically returns to full speed when a tool or appliance is turned back on. To turn au...

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    Gps 8500 / gps 9700 operation 25 2.14 before starting 2.14.1 read and understand safety and operating instructions at beginning of this manual. 2.14.2 read and understand the meanings of all warning and operating labels. 2.14.3 make sure that a battery has been installed. See recommended battery . 2...

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    Operation gps 8500 / gps 9700 26 2.15.5 push choke in as engine warms (a2) . 2.15.6 place main circuit breaker in closed (l) position and place auto idle switch in on (l) position. Allow engine to warm up and check function of gfi circuit breakers before attaching loads to generator (see ground faul...

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    Gps 8500 / gps 9700 operation 27 notes :.

  • Page 28: Maintenance

    Maintenance gps 8500 / gps 9700 28 3. Maintenance 3.1 engine maintenance the chart below lists basic machine and engine maintenance. Refer to your engine operator’s manual for additional information on engine maintenance. 3.2 periodic maintenance schedule * service more frequently in dusty condition...

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    Gps 8500 / gps 9700 maintenance 29 3.3 engine lubrication check engine oil level daily, before starting engine. Add oil as required. To check oil level: 3.3.1 place generator on a level surface. Clean area around oil fill and remove dipstick. 3.3.2 pour oil (a) slowly, checking oil level occasionall...

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    Maintenance gps 8500 / gps 9700 30 3.4 oil filter replace oil filter every 100 hours of operation. 3.4.1 drain engine oil and replace with fresh oil before removing used oil filter. Note: in the interests of environmental protection, place a plastic sheet and a container under the machine to collect...

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    Gps 8500 / gps 9700 maintenance 31 3.5 air cleaner service air cleaner frequently to prevent carburetor malfunction. Notice: never run engine without air cleaner. Severe engine damage will occur. Never use gasoline or other types of low flash point solvents for cleaning the air cleaner. A fire or ex...

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    Maintenance gps 8500 / gps 9700 32 3.6 spark plug clean or replace the spark plug as needed to ensure proper operation. Refer to your engine operator’s manual. The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for a while after stopping the engine. Do not touch the muffler while it is ho...

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    Gps 8500 / gps 9700 maintenance 33 3.7 fuel filter check fuel lines and fittings daily for cracks or leaks. Replace as needed. Change in-line fuel filter (a) once a year. Allow engine to cool, and close fuel valve before replacing fuel filter. Warning a.

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    Maintenance gps 8500 / gps 9700 34 3.8 carburetor adjustment note: air cleaner must be in place and engine warm when making adjustments to carburetor. Only minor adjustments to carburetor are possible. Adjust mixture screw (b) between limits to obtain best acceleration from idle to full speed. Adjus...

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    Gps 8500 / gps 9700 maintenance 35 3.9 storage before storing generator for a long period of time: 3.9.1 change the engine oil. 3.9.2 disconnect the fuel line from the carburetor. Place open end of fuel line into a suitable container and open fuel valve to drain fuel from tank. Gasoline is extremely...

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    Maintenance gps 8500 / gps 9700 36 3.10 transporting let the engine cool before transporting the generator or storing it indoors, to avoid burns or fire hazards. When transporting the generator: 3.10.1 turn the engine fuel valve to the off position. 3.10.2 position the generator level to prevent fue...

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    Gps 8500 / gps 9700 maintenance 37 3.11 troubleshooting before ordering repairs, carefully read through this manual, then repeat the inspection. If the problem remains, contact your nearest dealer or wacker representative. 3.12 wire colors problem / symptom reason / remedy if engine doesn't start, c...

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    Maintenance gps 8500 / gps 9700 38 3.13 generator wiring schematic 30a 120 v a c 7 8 12 0/ 24 0v 12 0v 9 12 10 6 8 7 3 4 2 1 2 3 4 f 2 f 1 z 1 z 3 z1 z 2 z 3 z2 f1 f 2 l1 l2 y b b y br g wc_g r004671 l w r/ w l/g r/ gr g/ y r/g b/ w b/g b/l b/ y b/ or y/b y/ r w/ g w/ l w/ y w/ or w/ r b/l b/y b/g r...

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    Gps 8500 / gps 9700 maintenance 39 ref. Description ref. Description ref. Description a generator b control box c engine ref. Description ref. Description 1 main stator winding 10 choke 2 transformer 11 hour meter 3 auto voltage regulator (avr) 12 engine module 4 resistor (gps 9700 only) 13 oil leve...

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    Maintenance gps 8500 / gps 9700 40 3.14 engine wiring diagram ref. Description ref. Description 1 carburetor solenoid 10 regulator rectifier 2 stop switch terminal 11 dc output wire 3 50 hz. Loop (gps 8500=yellow, gps 9700=red) 12 key switch 4 module 13 solenoid 5 idle down device 14 battery termina...

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    Gps 8500 / gps 9700 technical data 41 4. Technical data 4.1 generator item no. Gps 8500 gps 9700 generator maximum output kw / kva 8.5 / 8.5 9.7 / 9.7 continuous output w 8.2 9.3 type dual voltage, single phase, brush-type system ac voltages available volts phase 120 / 240 1ø frequency hz 60 power f...

  • Page 42: Technical Data

    Technical data gps 8500 / gps 9700 42 4.2 engine engine power rating gross power rating per sae j1995. Actual power output may vary due to conditions of specific use. Item no. Gps 8500 gps 9700 engine engine type 2 cylinder, 4-cycle, air-cooled, gasoline engine engine make briggs and stratton engine...

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    Wacker construction equipment ag · preußenstraße 41 · d-80809 münchen · tel.: +49-(0)89-3 54 02 - 0 · fax: +49 - (0)89-3 54 02-3 90 wacker neuson corporation · p.O. Box 9007 · menomonee falls, wi 53052-9007 · tel. : (262) 255-0500 · fax: (262) 255-0550 · tel. : (800) 770-0957 wacker asia pacific ope...