Page 2 - INTRODUCTION; READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY; This symbol points out potential explosion hazard.; CONTENTS; AUTHORIZED SERVICE
Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this model of the QUIETPACT™ product line by Generac PowerSystems, Inc. This model is designed and manufac-tured to supply electrical power for recreational vehi-cles. READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY I f y o u d o n o t u n d e r s t a ...
Page 3 - Table of Contents; Part I – Owner’s Manual; Section 3 – Post-installation Startup
Table of Contents QUIETPACT™ 65D Recreational Vehicle Generator Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 1 Part I – Owner’s Manual Introduction ......................................Inside Front Cover Read This Manual Thoroughly ....................................IFC Contents ....................................
Page 4 - GENERAL HAZARDS; Safety Rules; The engine exhaust from this product
2 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. Study these SAFETY RULES carefully beforeinstalling, operating, or servicing this equipment.Become familiar with this manual and with the unit.The generator can operate safely, efficiently, and reli-ably only if it is properly installed, operated, andmaintained. Many ...
Page 5 - ELECTRICAL HAZARDS
Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 3 ELECTRICAL HAZARDS • The generator covered by this manual produces dangerous electrical voltages and can cause fatalelectrical shock. Avoid contact with bare wires, ter-minals, connections, etc., while the unit is running.Before operating the generator, ensure all app...
Page 6 - Section 1 – General Information; IDENTIFICATION; Breaker
4 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. Section 1 – General Information QUIETPACT™ 65D Recreational Vehicle Generator Please record the following information from the generator DATA DECAL or information decal,located below the user control panel. 1. Model Number ____________________ 2. Serial Number _______...
Page 7 - APPLICABILITY; Figure 1.1 – Connections for 230 Volts Only
Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 5 Section 1 – General Information QUIETPACT™ 65D Recreational Vehicle Generator 1.2 GENERATOR APPLICABILITY These generators have been designed and manufac-tured for supplying electrical power to recreationalvehicles. You should neither modify the generator noruse it fo...
Page 8 - Model
6 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. Section 1 – General Information QUIETPACT™ 65D Recreational Vehicle Generator 1.5.2 FUEL CONSUMPTION (GAL/HR) 1.5.3 ENGINE OIL REQUIREMENTS Use a high-quality detergent oil with AmericanPetroleum Institute (API) classification “For ServiceCC.” Detergent oils keep the ...
Page 9 - Section 2 – Operation; GENERATOR CONTROL PANEL; Figure 2.1 – Generator Control Panel; REMOTE
Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 7 Section 2 – Operation QUIETPACT™ 65D Recreational Vehicle Generator 2.1 GENERATOR CONTROL PANEL The following features are mounted on the generatorcontrol panel (Figure 2.1): Figure 2.1 – Generator Control Panel 2.1.1 HOURMETER This indicates the length of time the en...
Page 10 - THE; If the engine is cold, press the Preheat switch for
8 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. Section 2 – Operation QUIETPACT™ 65D Recreational Vehicle Generator 2.3.2 ENGINE LUBRICATION Before starting the engine, have the engine crankcaseproperly serviced with the recommended oil. Refer toSection 1.5.3 (Page 6) and Sections 3.1 and 3.2 (Page12) for oil servi...
Page 12 - Figure 2.2 – Engine Protective Devices; INFORMATION; AFTER SUBMERSION; MUST NOT
10 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. Section 2 – Operation QUIETPACT™ 65D Recreational Vehicle Generator Figure 2.2 – Engine Protective Devices 2.7.3 OVERSPEED SHUTDOWN A DC control circuit board senses engine speed fromthe frequency of the alternator AC output. Should thealternator output frequency exc...
Page 13 - Section 3 – Maintenance; OR BRUSH; CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL; Figure 3.1 – Oil Maintenance Features; CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL
Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 11 Section 3 – Maintenance QUIETPACT™ 65D Recreational Vehicle Generator 2.8.4 OPERATION IN HIGH GRASS OR BRUSH Never operate the generator while the vehicle isparked over high grass, weeds, brush, leaves, orother combustible substance. Such materials canignite and burn...
Page 14 - SERVICING THE ENGINE; Figure 3.2 – Engine Air Filter; ARRESTOR
12 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. Section 3 – Maintenance QUIETPACT™ 65D Recreational Vehicle Generator 9. Remove the dipstick, and wipe it dry with a clean, lint-free cloth. This will be used later to check theoil level. 10. Remove the oil-fill plug, and slowly add the prop- er type and amount of re...
Page 15 - Figure 3.3 – Spark Arrestor; and corrosion. Tighten and clean as necessary.; • Disconnect any charging source prior to connect-
Section 3 – Maintenance QUIETPACT™ 65D Recreational Vehicle Generator Figure 3.3 – Spark Arrestor Muffler Maintenance 3.5 CLEANING THE GENERATOR Keep your generator as clean and as dry as possible.Dirt and moisture that accumulate on internal gener-ator windings have adversely affect insulation resi...
Page 16 - SYSTEM; While the engine is still warm from running,
14 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. • Immediately wash with water all skin areas that come into contact with the electrolyte. • If the electrolyte contacts the eyes, immediately flush eyes thoroughly with water, and seek med-ical attention. • Spilled electrolyte is to be washed down with an acid-neutra...
Page 17 - Check the state of the battery. Fill all cells of
Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 15 3.12.2 RETURN TO SERVICE To return the unit to service after storage, proceed as follows:1. Check the tag on the engine for oil viscosity and classification. Verify that the correct recommend-ed oil is used in the engine (see Section 1.5.3,Page 6). If necessary, drai...
Page 18 - SERVICE SCHEDULE; ATTENTION: It is recommended that all service work; PROCEDURE
3.13 SERVICE SCHEDULE ATTENTION: It is recommended that all service work be performed by your nearest Generac Authorized Service Dealer. SYSTEM/COMPONENT PROCEDURE FREQUENCY X = Action Inspect Change Clean D = Daily W = Weekly R = Replace/Adjust as Needed M = Monthly Y = Yearly * = To Be Completed b...
Page 19 - ONLY QUALIFIED ELECTRICIANS OR CONTRACTORS
PART II – INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ONLY QUALIFIED ELECTRICIANS OR CONTRACTORS SHOULD ATTEMPT INSTALLATION!!
Page 20 - NOTICE TO INSTALLER; Installation Instructions
18 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. NOTICE TO INSTALLER These Installation Instructions have been published by Generac to aid in the installation of the productsdescribed in this manual. Generac assumes thatinstallation personnel are familiar with the proceduresfor installing such products, or similar ...
Page 23 - Figure 1.2 – Major Features and Dimensions
Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 21 Section 1 – General Information QUIETPACT™ 65D Recreational Vehicle Generator Major Features and Dimensions — Drawing No. D2650-A [.94" ] 595.0 [23.43" ] 604 [23.78" ] O VER SC REW S 929 [36.57" ] O VER SC REW S OIL DIPSTICK O IL FIL L TO P /S TART S ...
Page 24 - LOCATION AND SUPPORT; Figure 2.1 – Typical Suspended Mounting System; Section 2 – Installation
22 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 2.1 LOCATION AND SUPPORT 2.1.1 GENERATOR LOCATION The most desirable location for the generator set isbetween the vehicle's main frame members.Many recreational vehicles have been factory-equipped with an area for the generator set. Somemay even have a generator comp...
Page 25 - Figure 2.2 – Typical Generator Restraint; COMPARTMENTS; Figure 2.3 – Typical Compartment Construction
Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 23 2.1.4 GENERATOR RESTRAINT Use four 3/8"-16 hardened steel bolts (Grade 5) to fas-ten the generator to the supporting frame or the sup-port tubing. These bolts must pass through (a) the gen-erator mounting base, (b) the compartment floor (if acompartment is used),...
Page 26 - Figure 2.4 – Types of Lock Seams
24 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. • Seams and joints of the galvanized steel (whether used as a liner or for the compartment itself) mustbe lapped and mechanically secured. Such seamsmay be manufactured, welded, bolted, riveted, orscrewed. Manufactured lock seams are shown inFigure 2.4. Installer-con...
Page 27 - Figure 2.5 – Typical Noise Abatement; Figure 2.6 – Compartment Floor Cutout
Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 25 Figure 2.5 – Typical Noise Abatement 2.2.4 COMPARTMENT FLOOR CUTOUTS You must provide openings in the generator compart-ment for the following items (Figure 2.6):• Engine exhaust and cooling air outlets• Generator cooling air inlet and front service door• Four holes ...
Page 28 - COOLING AND VENTILATING AIR; Figure 2.7 – Airflow Through Engine/Generator; at least 150 square inches; Figure 2.8 – Air Inlet in Compartment Door; • Provide an opening in the vehicle skirt and space
26 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 2.3 COOLING AND VENTILATING AIR It is absolutely essential that an adequate flow of airfor cooling, ventilation, and engine combustion besupplied to the generator set. Without sufficient air-flow, the engine/generator quickly overheats. Suchoverheating can cause seri...
Page 29 - Figure 2.10 – Air Inlet Using Ductwork; If you plan to use screening with an 80; FUEL; Figure 2.12 – Generator Fuel System
Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 27 Figure 2.10 – Air Inlet Using Ductwork Figure 2.11 – Air Inlet in Vehicle Skirt 2.3.3 COMPENSATING FOR RESTRICTIONS Materials, such as, screening, louvers, or expandedmetal, can restrict the free flow of air. Compensate forthis restriction by making the actual air op...
Page 31 - Figure 2.13 – Typical Exhaust System
Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 29 2.5 EXHAUST SYSTEM The generator exhaust system must be safely andproperly installed. Only approved exhaust systemparts must be used. A properly installed exhaust sys-tem must be vapor-tight, quiet, and completely safe. The generator engine gives off DEADLY carbonmon...
Page 32 - CONNECTIONS; Figure 2.14 – Generator AC Output Leads
30 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. • Never tee the generator engine exhaust pipe into the vehicle engine exhaust piping. This causesexcessive back pressure on the generator engine.Also, water from one engine can damage theother engine. • Plan exhaust system installation carefully. Comply with all appl...
Page 33 - Figure 2.17 – Transfer Switch Isolation Method
Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 31 This generator set is equipped with dual-stator ACpower windings. These two-stator windings supplyelectrical power to customer electrical loads bymeans of a dual, two-wire connection system. Figure 1.1 – Connections for 230 Volts Only 2.6.4 CONDUIT Route the connecti...
Page 34 - INSTALLATION; Install a battery that meets the following; Figure 2.18 – Installation With Isolation Receptacle; CABLE LENGTH
32 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. If the vehicle’s electrical circuits can be powered byany other source of electricity (such as, a “dock-side” power receptacle), there must be no possibil-ity of connecting the different power sources tothe vehicle’s circuits at the same time. The dock-side (utility)...
Page 35 - Connect the battery cable from the battery post,; Figure 2.19 – Connecting Battery Cables; ACCESSORIES; Figure 2.20 – Remote Panel Plug-in Receptacle
Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 33 2. Connect the battery cable from the battery post, indicated by a NEGATIVE, NEG, or (-), to thevehicle frame ground connection (Figure 2.19). 3. Connect a cable from the vehicle frame ground to the negative post on the generator frame. 4. Connect cables so the conne...
Page 36 - Section 3 – Post-installation Start-up Checks
34 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 2.8.1 REMOTE START/STOP CONNECTIONS The following steps are necessary to connect theremote start/stop option:1. If the six-wire remote connector is visible below the control panel, as shown in Figure 2.20, skipto step 5. Otherwise, proceed with step 2. 2. Remove the ...
Page 37 - CHECKLIST
Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 35 Section 3 – Post-installation Start-up Checks QUIETPACT™ 65D Recreational Vehicle Generator CHECKS 3.5 INSTALLATION CHECKLIST LOCATION AND SUPPORT ❑ Generator is properly located. ❑ Generator is properly supported. ❑ Generator is properly restrained. GENERATOR COMPAR...
Page 38 - Appendix 1 – Troubleshooting; TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE; PROBLEM
36 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. Appendix 1 – Troubleshooting QUIETPACT™ 65D Recreational Vehicle Generator TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION The engine will not crank. 1. System control fuse blown 1. Replace fuse. 2. Loose corroded or defective 2. Tighten, clean, or replace, battery ca...
Page 39 - Appendix 2 — Electrical Data
Appendix 2 — Electrical Data QUIETPACT™ 65D Recreational Vehicle Generator Electrical Schematic – Drawing No. - 0D5037-A Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 37
Page 42 - Appendix 3 — Exploded Views and Parts Lists
40 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. Appendix 3 — Exploded Views and Parts Lists QUIETPACT™ 65D Recreational Vehicle GeneratorEngine, Alternator Drive and Starter Assembly – Drawing No. 0D5057-A
Page 43 - ITEM
Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 41 ITEM PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION 1 0C5598 1 BEARING CARRIER, FRONT 2 0C9674 1 BEARING CARRIER, UPPER 3 0C6055H 1 ROTOR ASSEMBLY 4 0D5030H 1 STATOR ASSEMBLY 5 031971 1 BALL BEARING 6 073159 1 BALL BEARING 7 066386 1 BRUSH HOLDER 8 066849 2 TAPTITE M5-0.8 X 16MM 9 0C6862...
Page 64 - Appendix 4 – Notes
62 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. Appendix 4 – Notes QUIETPACT™ 65D Recreational Vehicle Generator
Page 66 - Appendix 5 – Warranty; FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT; YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS; ATTENTION WARRANTY DEPARTMENT
64 Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. Appendix 5 – Warranty QUIETPACT™ 65D Recreational Vehicle Generator FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT (for non-road Diesel engines rated under 19 kW) YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Ca...
Page 67 - OBLIGATIONS AND RIGHTS OF THE MANUFACTURER AND OWNER; OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE
Generac ® Power Systems, Inc. 65 Appendix 5 – Warranty QUIETPACT™ 65D Recreational Vehicle Generator OBLIGATIONS AND RIGHTS OF THE MANUFACTURER AND OWNER The new model year, class of diesel engine, and emission application determination for your engine are identified on theemission control informati...
Page 68 - GENERAC; GENERAC POWER SYSTEMS’ THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY; WARRANTY SCHEDULE – COMMERCIAL APPLICATIONS
Part No. 0D7428 GENERAC ® POWER SYSTEMS, INC. P.O. BOX 8 • WAUKESHA, WI 53187 Revision 0 (11/29/01) Printed in U.S.A. Appendix 5 – Warranty QUIETPACT™ 65D Recreational Vehicle Generator GENERAC POWER SYSTEMS’ THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FOR RECREATIONAL VEHICLE GENERATORS NOTE: ALL UNITS MUST BE INS...