Generac 8kW Air-Cooled — Drying the Generator
Maintenance
For the Generac 8kW Air-Cooled, from the Generac service manual.
Applies to: Generac V-Twin engine
Before you start
- NO ELECTRICAL LOADS MUST BE APPLIED TO THE GENERATOR WHILE DRYING
Procedure
- Open generator main circuit breaker. NO ELECTRICAL LOADS MUST BE APPLIED WHILE DRYING.
- Disconnect all wires No. 4 from voltage regulator.
- Provide external source to blow warm, dry air through generator interior.
- DO NOT EXCEED 185 F (85 C).
- Start generator and let it run for 2 or 3 hours.
- Shut generator down and repeat stator and rotor insulation resistance tests.
Tools required
- external warm air source Amazon
Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.
Specs & values
- DO NOT EXCEED 185 F (85 C)
- 2 or 3 hours
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.