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Generac iQ3500 Generator Set

The Generac iQ3500 is a 3000 kW Unleaded standby generator set powered by a iQ3500 engine. It is available at 120 V, Single-phase, 60 Hz and rated 25 A. It holds about 0.6 L (0.2 gal) of oil. Starting uses 1 battery rated 6000 CCA at 12 V. The set measures 601×457.6×552.4 mm (23.7×18.0×21.7 in) and weighs about 49.5 kg (109 lb). An integrated tank holds 10 L (2.6 gal), roughly 8.9 hours of runtime.

3000 kW
Standby
0.212 L
Displacement
0.6 L
Oil capacity
3
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Specifications

FuelUnleaded
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power3000 kW
Prime power3 kW
Oil capacity0.6 L
Voltage options120 V
PhaseSingle
Rated current25 A
Circuit breaker25 A
Battery cranking6000 CCA
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity1
Dimensions (L×W×H)601×457×552 mm
Dry weight49 kg
Fuel tank10.0 L
Tank runtime8.9 hr

Engine

iQ3500
Oil capacity0.6 L
Displacement0.212 L
Aspiration4-stroke

Maintenance & consumables

for the iQ3500
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter007634100 hr buy
Fuel filter300 hr find
Oil filter300 hr find
Belt find
CoolantClean spark arrestor screen every 50 hours of operation or every season, whichever comes first.50 hr
Oil0.6 L005487 buy

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Generac iQ3500?

The Generac iQ3500 is rated 3000 kW standby.

What engine does the Generac iQ3500 use?

The Generac iQ3500 is powered by the iQ3500 engine.

What fuel does the Generac iQ3500 use?

The Generac iQ3500 runs on Unleaded.

What is the oil capacity of the Generac iQ3500?

The None iQ3500 engine in the Generac iQ3500 has an oil capacity of 0.6 liters.

Troubleshooting

17

Fault codes

CodeMeaningRemedy
14Output Fault
008034Fault Output M
007846Output Fault
000141Accidental start-up. Disconnect spark plug wires when working on unit.Disconnect spark plug wires before working on unit.
002404Inspect Spark Arrestor ScreenInspect and clean the screen every 50 hours of operation or every season, whichever comes first.
007634(000209b) Fallecimiento. Este producto no se ha diseñado para que se utilice en aplicaciones de apoyo vital crítico. En caso de hacerlo, podría provocar la muerte o lesiones graves.
23Electrical TripCheck the system for any faults and correct them before restarting.
18Oil Level LowAdd oil to the specified level before restarting.
19OverloadReduce load or check if the generator is overloaded.
22Oil Level LowAdd oil to the specified level before restarting.
007843OUTPUT FAULT
005483Daños a los equipos y la propiedad.

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Engine fires, but does not continue to runRotate the Off/On/Choke dial to OFF and repeat starting instructions.
Engine won't start.1. Dial turned off. 2. Out of fuel. 3. Defective spark plug. 4. Plugged fuel filter. 5. Defective or stuck Dial assembly. 6. Incorrect engine oil level. 7. Defective ignition coil. 8. Fuel cap vent OFF. 9. Carb is flooded. 10. Throttle plate closed.1. Turn on Dial. 2. Fill fuel tank. 3. Replace spark plug. 4. Replace fuel and fuel filter. 5. Contact IASD. 6. Check/fill engine oil. 7. Contact IASD. 8. Turn fuel cap vent ON. 9. Drain carb. 10. Open throttle plate (push toward back of unit).
Engine starts, then shuts down.1. Out of fuel. 2. Incorrect engine oil level. 3. Contaminated fuel. 4. Defective low oil level switch.1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Check engine oil level. 3. Contact IASD. 4. Contact IASD.
Engine will not start; or starts and runs rough.*1. Choke is stuck or left on. 2. Dirty or clogged air filter. 3. Defective or dirty spark plug. 4. Dirty fuel filter. 5. Dirty or gummed up carburetor. 6. Unit not warmed up. 7. Spark arrestor clogged.1. Turn choke off. 2. Clean or replace air filter. 3. Replace spark plug. 4. Replace fuel and fuel filter. 5. Clean carburetor. 6. Gradually adjust Dial and reduce choke until engine runs smoothly in RUN position. 7. Clean spark arrestor.
No AC output.1. Generator is overloaded. 2. Inverter module is overheated. 3. Short circuit in electrical device. 4. Defective inverter assembly.1. Disconnect all loads. Shut down generator t

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.

Parts

21
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
002404Air filterSpark arrestor screen buy
005482Owner’s Manual for Portable Generator1Owner's manual buy
005483Main Unit1Main unit buy
005484Engine Oil1Engine oil buy
005485Oil Funnel1Oil funnel buy
007843Tool Kit2Tool kit buy
007846Service Warranty1Service warranty buy
007847Oil filter1Oil filter buy
009207Spark plugSpark plug buy
0J00620106Spark Plug1Spark plug Amazon eBay $18.49
10000038386Battery Type: Lead Acid (12V DC, 6 Ah)1Battery buy
006806-0Scheduled Maintenance KitService part / kit Amazon eBay
696471068528Transfer Switch Model 6852Service part / kit buy
696471068535Transfer Switch Model 6853Service part / kit buy
696471071481Transfer Switch Model 9854Service part / kit buy
696471071498Transfer Switch Model 9855Service part / kit buy
7129-0UPC: 696471072716 (50-State/CSA)1Service part / kit buy
7668-0UPC: 696471073102 (50-State/CSA)1Service part / kit buy
96471068542Transfer Switch Model 6854Service part / kit buy
A0001920610-BOperator’s Manual for Power WasherService part / kit buy
G006806-0Scheduled Maintenance KitService part / kit buy

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h

Available documents

BrochureOperator's manualOwner's manual