Generac — Remove From Service
Maintenance · generator (storage)
From a Generac owner's manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Generac 7.5 kW PowerPact
Before you start
- Required if unit cannot be exercised every 7 days and will be out of service longer than 90 days
Procedure
- Start engine and let it warm up
- Close fuel shutoff valve, allow unit to shut down
- Set generator main circuit breaker to OFF
- Turn off utility power to transfer switch
- Remove 7.5 Amp fuse from control panel
- Disconnect battery cables, negative first
- Remove battery charger AC input T1/Neutral cable at controller
- Drain oil completely while engine warm, refill crankcase with oil
- Tag engine indicating viscosity/classification of new oil
- Remove spark plug(s), spray fogging agent into threaded openings, reinstall
- Remove battery, store in cool dry room on wooden board
- Clean and wipe down entire generator
Full service-parts list: Generac 7.5 kW PowerPact →
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.