Generac — Raising the Mast - Manual Winch
Operation · Mast / manual winch
From a Generac owner's manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Mitsubishi L2E engine, Kubota Z482 engine
Before you start
- Contact a GMASD immediately if the mast hangs up or the winch cable develops slack.
- Do not raise or lower the mast while the unit is operating.
Procedure
- Set up and level the unit.
- Inspect all cables including at the winch cable guard through the viewing holes.
- Ensure cables are centered in pulleys (A).
- Raise the mast by slowly cranking winch handles (B).
- Mast is fully extended when positive stop bolts prevent winch rotation.
- Loosen the mast rotation knob (C), turn mast to desired direction, tighten knob.
- Stop extending when the colored mark (D) on the second mast section is visible.
Specs & values
- Do not extend the mast beyond the colored mark on the second mast section
Full service-parts list: Kubota Z482 engine →
Source: Generac owner's 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.