Adjust generator settings in the Field Pro mobile app
This article shows installers and Generac certified service professionals how to use the Field Pro mobile app to adjust generator settings. Learn how to connect via Bluetooth and control key generator settings such as:
Fuel type
Cold smart start
Exercise settings (schedule, duration, and preferences)
Exercise frequency (weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly), day, and time
Low-speed exercise mode, smart exercise, and transfer-on-exercise
Note: End users should use the Mobile Link mobile app for all generator monitoring needs.
Environment
This article is for installers and Generac certified service professionals who need to adjust settings for a generator with a Power Zone 200 control panel using the Field Pro mobile app.
Field Pro mobile app (latest version) on iOS or Android.
Next-Generation air-cooled home standby generators with a Power Zone 200 control panel.
Important: Installers and technicians must disable Service Mode when finishing the job or leaving the site, or the generator will not start automatically.
Procedure: Adjust generator settings
Connect via Bluetooth
1. The procedure below assumes that the Field Pro app is already connected to the generator via Bluetooth. For instructions, see the section above or click here. 2. From the dashboard, tap View generator details. 3. Scroll down to the Settings section.
Configuration and Wi-Fi Configuration
1. Tap Configuration to view and adjust all key generator settings, including:
Fuel type
Cold smart start
Exercise settings (schedule) duration, and other preferences.
2. Tap Wi-Fi Configuration to set up a Wi-Fi connection if desired. The radio will connect to cellular automatically where available, but Wi-Fi is optional and will fall back to cellular if Wi-Fi becomes unavailable.
Certified Service Professional Access
1. Generac certified service professionals have additional access to adjust Calibration Settings for fine-tuning generator performance. 2. They can also toggle the two-wire start and auxiliary emergency shutdown switch on or off.
Exercise Settings
1. After scrolling down to the Settings section and tapping Configuration, tap Exercise Settings. 2. Here, you can customize the generator's:
Exercise frequency (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly)
Schedule (day, time of day)
Exercise duration
Preferences:
Low-speed exercise mode
Smart exercise
Transfer on exercise
Final steps
1. Review and confirm all changes in the app. 2. Return the generator to its normal operating mode.
Important: Always disable Service Mode when finishing the job or leaving the site, or the generator will not start automatically.
