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Generac 8kW Air-Cooled — Cleaning the Generator

Maintenance

For the Generac 8kW Air-Cooled, from the Generac service manual.

Applies to: Generac V-Twin engine

Before you start

  • Do not use sprayed water to clean the generator.

Procedure

  1. Loosen caked or greasy dirt with soft brush or damp cloth.
  2. Use vacuum system to clean up loosened dirt.
  3. Remove dust and dirt using dry, low pressure air at 25 psi maximum.
  4. Do not use sprayed water to clean generator.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • 25 psi maximum

Source: Generac service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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