INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this compact, high performance, air- Introduction ............Inside Front Cover cooled, engine-driven generator. It is designed to automatically Read this Manual Thoroughly ..........IFC supply electrical power to operate critical loads during a utility Contents ................1 power failure.
Become familiar with this Owner’s all instructions before using this equipment. The manufacturer Manual and with the unit. The generator can operate safely, also strongly recommends instructing other users to properly start efficiently and reliably only if it is properly installed, operated and and operate the unit.
POSITIVE cable first, the NEGATIVE cable last. • Never use the generator or any of its parts as a step. Stepping FIRE HAZARDS on the unit can stress and break parts, and may result in dangerous operating conditions from leaking exhaust gases, •...
EXPLOSION HAZARDS After unpacking, carefully inspect the contents for damage. • Do not smoke around the generator. Wipe up any fuel or oil • This standby generator set is ready for installation with a spills immediately. Ensure that no combustible materials are left...
(see the “Location” section in the Owner’s Manual). 5. Set the generator onto the pad so that the gravel bed extends several inches beyond the generator on all sides. Make sure the generator is level within ½ inch.
Verify the capacity of the natural gas meter or the LP tank in regards to providing sufficient fuel for both the generator and other operating appliances. 2. Slide the fuel selector pin on the carburetor out towards the back of the enclosure.
3. Where the gas line is to enter the generator, install a T-fitting to 6. After checking for leaks, check the gas pressure at the allow for gas pressure monitoring. In some cases a sediment regulator ports inside the generator to make sure there’s...
Follow the controller prompts to continue attempt is unsuccessful, check the number setting the time function. Refer to your against the code given on activategen.com. If Owner’s Manual with questions. it is correct and the generator will not accept Escape Enter it, contact 1-888-9ACTIVATE (922-8482).
6. Now connect the red and black power leads to the circuit breaker. Since this is a single-phase application, it doesn’t 2. Feed the wires through the back of the generator and secure matter which wire is connected to which lug.
Be sure that should be mounted as close to the main distribution panel as the clip of the hasp is facing toward the front of the generator. possible. Make sure no water or corrosive substances can If desired, lock the external box.
Owner’s Manual for the required connections and safety precautions. 1. The generator will be backing up all electrical loads within the panel, so the amperage rating of the transfer switch must be equal to or greater than the amperage rating of the normal utility service.
Appendix A 2. Neutral wires from both the utility and the generator are connected to the same neutral lug in the switch. 2. A service rated transfer switch is installed between the service and the main distribution panel. The service rated switch becomes the main service so no service disconnect is needed.
LOADS ARE CONNECTED. 3. Energize the utility and check line-to-line and line-to-neutral 7. Put the generator’s mode switch in MANUAL to start the engine. voltage at terminals N1 and N2 on the transfer contactor. If Allow the engine to warm up, then switch the generator’s main line-to-line voltage is not approximately 240 volts, de-energize breaker to the ON position.
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Appendix A 12. Switch the generator’s main breaker to the ON position and 8. Check to be sure that voltage and frequency from the put the mode switch in AUTO. generator is correct. If line-to-line voltage is not approximately 240 volts, refer to the generator Owner’s Manual for the proper adjustment procedures.
For specific AC control wire information, please refer to the HVAC systems Owner’s/Operation Manual. 18. The generator will continue to run to allow the engine to cool down, then shut itself off. 19. Shut OFF utility power again. The generator should start and...
Appendix C APPENDIX C – DIGITAL LOAD MANAGEMENT If an overload is detected within 30 seconds of a level being enabled, all loads are disabled again and the sequence repeats. (DLM) MODULES However, the level that caused the overload and all levels higher The load controller can operate up to four separate DLM’s, each will not be enabled again for 30 minutes.
24 hour format, followed by the minute, and finally the day. section. Also read the information and instructions of labels and 7. Once set, the generator will exercise each week at the same decals affixed to the switch. Note any options or accessories that time.
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S45 W29290 Hwy 59 Waukesha, WI 53187 1-855-GEN-INFO The Honeywell Trademark is used under license from Honeywell International Inc. honeywellgenerators.com Honeywell International Inc. makes no representation or warranties with respect to this product. Part No. 0J3082 Revision A (01/25/11) Printed in U.S.A.