Generac — Select Coil Removal (Wn)
Repair & overhaul
From a Generac service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
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Procedure
- Remove main contactor assembly cover.
- Remove and label select coil wires from main PCB. For 2 wire coil: remove from J1-3 & J1-5. For 4 wire coil: remove from J1-3, J1-4, J1-5.
- Remove all necessary zip ties.
- Remove two screws holding select coil to backing plate.
- Remove screw to disconnect select coil plunger assembly. May need to remove upper wire from AXBX limit switch to access hole.
- Remove select coil from contactor assembly. May need to remove select coil limit switch, trip coil, or both depending on size.
Tools required
- screwdriver Amazon
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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.