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Generac Q-70LP Generator Set

The Generac Q-70LP is a 7 kW LP-vapour standby generator set powered by a Generac GN-570 engine. It is available at 120 V and 240 V, 1-phase, 60 Hz and rated 58.3 A. It holds about 1.42 L (0.4 gal) of oil. The set measures 635×470×400 mm (25.0×18.5×15.7 in) and weighs about 100.7 kg (222 lb).

7 kW
Standby
0.57 L
Displacement
1.42 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

FuelLP-vapour
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power7 kW
Oil capacity1.42 L
Voltage options120 V, 240 V
Phase1
Rated current58.3 A
Circuit breaker30 A
Dimensions (L×W×H)635×470×400 mm
Dry weight100 kg

Engine

Generac GN-570
Oil capacity1.7 L
Displacement0.57 L
AspirationAir-cooled
Rated speed2500 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Generac GN-570
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterfoam pre-cleaner6934125 hr Amazon eBay $549.99 PartsGeek
Oil filter60108100 hr PartsGeek
OilSAE 10W-301.5 quarts—50 hr

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Generac Q-70LP?

The Generac Q-70LP is rated 7 kW standby.

What engine does the Generac Q-70LP use?

The Generac Q-70LP is powered by the Generac GN-570 engine.

What fuel does the Generac Q-70LP use?

The Generac Q-70LP runs on LP-vapour.

What is the oil capacity of the Generac Q-70LP?

The Generac GN-570 engine in the Generac Q-70LP has an oil capacity of 1.7 liters.

Troubleshooting

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Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Engine won't crank.1. 15 amp fuse is blown 2. Loose, corroded or defective battery cables. 3. Defective engine Start/Stop switch. 4. Defective starter contactor. 5. Defective starter motor. 6. Low Battery Voltage.1. Replace 15 amp fuse 2. Tighten, clean or replace battery cables as necessary. 3. Replace Start/Stop switch. 4. Replace contactor. 5. Replace starter motor. 6. Charge or replace battery.
Engine cranks but won't start.1. Out of fuel. 2. Fuel pump is defective. 3. Open Wire #14 from Eng. Control Bd. 4. Engine is flooded. 5. Spark plug defective.1. Replenish fuel. 2. Replace fuel pump. 3. Reconnect wire. 4. Wait 5-10 min. before trying. 5. Clean, regap or replace plug.
Engine starts hard, runs rough.1. Air cleaner plugged or damaged 2. Defective spark plug.1. Clean or replace as needed. 2. Clean, regap or replace plug.
Engine starts, shuts down when Start/Stop switch is released.1. Engine oil is low. 2. Engine is overheated. 3. Defective Low Oil Pressure System 4. Defective Engine Control Board 5. Defective Computer Control Board1. Check oil; add as needed. 2. Check adequate ventilation. 3. Have serviced/replaced. 4. Have board serviced/replaced. 5. Have board serviced/replaced.
Start/Stop switch at Stop, engine continues to run.1. Defective Start/Stop switch 2. Open/disconnected wire #18 between Start/Stop switch and Engine Control Bd. 3. Open/disconnected wire #0 between Start/Stop switch & Engine Control Bd.1. Replace switch. 2. Reconnect or close wire. 3. Reconnect or close wire.
No AC output from generator.1. Check circuit breaker. 2. Check vehicle circuit breaker & fuses. 3. Transfer sw. set to NORMAL position. 4. Generator internal failure1. Reset to ON or CLOSED. 2. Reset and replace if necessary. 3. Set to GENERATOR position. 4. Take generator to an Authorized Generac facility.

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
42633BELT (POLY V 4L)-40"1Belt PartsGeek
60108GASKET, OIL FILTER SUPPORT1Sensor PartsGeek
66480GASKET, AIR CLEANER1Gasket PartsGeek
67805OIL SEAL-30 DIAMETER1Seal PartsGeek
67866O-RING1Seal PartsGeek
67871O-RING, CAP1Seal PartsGeek
67895GASKET, INTAKE MANIFOLD2Gasket PartsGeek
67897GASKET, EXHAUST2Gasket PartsGeek
67920GASKET, VALVE COVER2Gasket PartsGeek
67924OIL SEAL-35 DIAMETER1Seal PartsGeek
68548GASKET, OIL PAD1Gasket PartsGeek
68554SEAL, GOVERNOR SHAFT1Seal PartsGeek
68573O-RING, OIL PUMP1Seal PartsGeek FridayParts $79.99
69332GASKET-CYLINDER HEAD2Gasket PartsGeek
69336GASKET, OIL SUMP1Gasket PartsGeek
69341PRE-FILTER1Air filter Amazon eBay $549.99 PartsGeek
69379GASKET, CARBURETOR MNTG.2Gasket PartsGeek
70122SEAL, VALVE STEM2Seal PartsGeek
70169SEALING WASHER4Seal PartsGeek
70185FILTER, OIL (FRAM#PH3614)1Oil filter Amazon eBay $10.49 PartsGeek
70506O-RING, OIL GALLEY1Seal PartsGeek
70547OIL PUMP ASSEMBLY1Pump PartsGeek
72315GASKET, BREATHER1Gasket PartsGeek
72347SPARK PLUG-CHAMPION RC12YC2Spark plug Amazon eBay $19.45 PartsGeek
73123AIR FILTER (FLAME RETARDENT)1Air filter Amazon eBay $28.00 PartsGeek
73174GASKET, EXHAUST MANIFOLD1Gasket PartsGeek
73179FILTER, OIL (FRAMHPH3614)1Sensor PartsGeek
74027SWITCH, HIGH TEMP.1Sensor PartsGeek kuduparts $140.00
74950TUBE, OUTER OIL1Hose PartsGeek
74951TUBE, INNER OIL1Hose PartsGeek
749941/2" I.D. x 10" LONG HOSE1Hose PartsGeek
75209GASKET, COLLECTOR PAN1Gasket PartsGeek
75215GASKET, EXHAUST MANIFOLD1Gasket PartsGeek
75224BGASKET, COLLECTOR PAN1Gasket PartsGeek
75229SLIDE PAN, GASKET1Gasket PartsGeek
75253SEAL, WASHER-VALVE COVER4Seal PartsGeek
75258GASKET KIT-ENGINE1Gasket PartsGeek
75262SEAL, BREATHER SCREW1Seal PartsGeek
75263SEAL, BREATHER SCREW1Seal PartsGeek
75281GASKET, OIL FILTER SUPPORT1Sensor PartsGeek
75710ATUBE, OIL FILL AND DRAIN1Hose PartsGeek
75711O-RING, CAP1Seal PartsGeek
75712O-RING, DRAIN1Seal PartsGeek
79678BELT (POLY V 4L)-40"1Belt PartsGeek
89965Cylinder Head Gasket2Gasket PartsGeek
89870Fuel Solenoid Shutoff (Q70)1Service part / kit PartsGeek

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Available documents

Owner's manual — A4021 (Generac)Owner's manual — A4021 (Generac)

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