CAT Portable Generator RP8000 E

Ensure that all safety information, warnings, and instructions are read and understood before any maintenance procedures are performed.

Use service hours or calendar time, WHICH EVER OCCURS FIRST, to determine the correct maintenance intervals.

Stop the engine before servicing. Put the engine in horizontal position and remove the spark plug cap to prevent the engine from starting. Do not operate the engine in an unventilated room or other enclosed area.

Spark Plug – Inspect/Adjust/Replace

Refer to the Specifications section of this manual to determine the proper spark plug part number and spark plug gap for your product.

Use the plug wrench (1) to remove the spark plug.

Visually check the spark plug to see if it is damaged. If the insulator is cracked, replace the spark plug. If the electrode is damaged, replace the spark plug.

Ensure that all safety information, warnings, and instructions are read and understood before any maintenance procedures are performed.

Use service hours or calendar time, WHICH EVER OCCURS FIRST, to determine the correct maintenance intervals.

Stop the engine before servicing. Put the engine in horizontal position and remove the spark plug cap to prevent the engine from starting.

Do not operate the engine in an unventilated room or other enclosed area.

Once a month start the engine and run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature (about 20 minutes).

Plug in a corded device and turn on the device to ensure that the generator is providing power.

Once you have verified that the generator is providing power, turn off the device and unplug it. Then turn the generator off.

NOTE: Use only genuine Caterpillar parts.

Sign off on the generator inspection

Ensure that all safety information, warnings, and instructions are read and understood before any maintenance procedures are performed.

Use service hours or calendar time, WHICH EVER OCCURS FIRST, to determine the correct maintenance intervals.

Stop the engine before servicing. Put the engine in horizontal position and remove the spark plug cap to prevent the engine from starting. Do not operate the engine in an unventilated room or other enclosed area.

A dirty air filter will restrict air flow into the carburetor, will cause poor fuel economy, and may damage the engine. To keep the generator in good operating condition, service the air filter regularly. Service more frequently when operating the generator in extremely dusty areas.

Note: Never operate the generator without the air filter in place. Operating the generator without the air filter in place will result in rapid engine wear.

Is the air filter clean and not damaged?

If the air filter is dirty, wash the filter. If the air filter is damaged, replace the air filter.

Use a nonflammable solvent or a mixture of household detergent and warm water to wash the filter. Rinse the filter thoroughly to remove all of the cleaning solution. After the filter has dried, pour some engine oil onto the filter. Then squeeze the filter to distribute the oil throughout the filter and remove any excess oil.

Note: Do not wring out the filter. Wringing out the filter may damage the filter.

Ensure that all safety information, warnings, and instructions are read and understood before any maintenance procedures are performed.

Use service hours or calendar time, WHICH EVER OCCURS FIRST, to determine the correct maintenance intervals.

Stop the engine before servicing. Put the engine in horizontal position and remove the spark plug cap to prevent the engine from starting. Do not operate the engine in an unventilated room or other enclosed area.

-Battery (if equipped)– Inspect/Replace

If the battery voltage is below 12.8 volts, charge the battery. Recommended maximum continuous charge voltage is 15 volts.

If the battery is unable to turn over the engine, even after charging, check the battery terminals are secure and free from corrosion.

If the battery requires replacement:

1. Disconnect the negative (-) cable first.

2. Disconnect the positive (+) cable second.