Generac — Space heaters installation - Tubular resistance 75 W and 150 W
Installation · space heater (tubular resistance 75 W and 150 W)
From a Generac service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
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Before you start
- Removal of generator back cover shall be performed carefully to avoid dragging between exciter stator and rotor.
Procedure
- Disassemble the alternator back fan cover.
- Disconnect voltage cables F+ and F- of the regulator inside the terminal box.
- Remove alternator back cover to access the exciter stator.
- With the cover disassembled, remove both lower fixing screws from the exciter stator.
- Fasten the space heater support with the exciter stator screws.
- Fasten the rail with the strips in the internal side of the terminal box using a 3.2 mm drill for screw thread M4.
- Perform the electric installation of the resistances according to Table 6.2 for the alternator model.
- Bind the resistance cables with the F+ and F- cables of the exciter stator.
- Pass the cables up to the terminal box and carry out the connection in the terminal strips.
Tools required
- 3.2 mm drill Amazon
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Specs & values
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.