Where is the engine made?
The engines used on the Generac XP and XG Series of portables are manufactured at our Generac
Power Systems, Inc. factory in Whitewater, WI. Generac engines are industrial grade engines designed
to provide the ultra-quiet, longer-lasng performance required of portable generators. They also run
What is the dierence between rated was and maximum (surge) was?
Rated was describe the amount of power the portable generator can produce connuously.
Maximum waage is the power that the generator can produce for short periods of me. Motor
Where do I go to have warranty repairs performed?
Any Authorized Generac dealer can perform warranty service. To locate a dealer near you, please refer
to our Dealer Locator secon on this Web site or call our Automated Dealer Locator at 1-800-333-1322,
24/7/365. Our Authorized Service Centers provide parts, service and informaon on Generac
equipment, regardless of where it was purchased. Authorized Service Centers are staed with trained
Where can I nd a GENERAC dealer in the U.S. or Canada?
To locate a dealer near you, please refer to our Dealer Locator secon on this Web site or call our
Automated Dealer Locator (for U.S. locaons only) at 1-800-333-1322.
I can’t locate my original owner’s manual. How can I get another copy?
For our customers’ convenience, we now oer technical informaon, diagnosc repair, installaon and owner’s
manuals online. Please refer to the Manuals secon on this Web site for this informaon.
Where can I purchase parts?
Parts can be purchased through any Authorized Generac Dealer. See our Dealer Locator to find a dealer
near you. You can buy parts online or by calling (877) 500-7499. Part numbers are located in the
Can the generator be used during inclement weather?
Generators can be used during a wide variety of weather temperatures, but should be protected from
the elements when not in use to prevent shorng and rusng. NEVER run a generator indoors.
Can I vent the exhaust out of an enclosed area?
outside where there is plenty of venlaon.
Should the fuel be drained when storing the portable generator for more than 30 days?
Yes. It is highly recommended that you drain the fuel from the tank and run the carburetor dry. OHVI
engines meet EPA and CARB regulations and are less tolerant of stale fuel.
Does the portable generator need to be grounded?
