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Owner's Manual
50 Hz Air-Cooled Generators
8 / 10 / 13 kVA
This product is not intended to be used in
a critical life support application. Failure to
adhere to this warning could result in
death or serious injury.
Register your Generac product at:
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000918
WARNING
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- Page 1 Owner’s Manual 50 Hz Air-Cooled Generators 8 / 10 / 13 kVA 000918 WARNING This product is not intended to be used in a critical life support application. Failure to adhere to this warning could result in death or serious injury. (000209a) Register your Generac product at: WWW.GENERAC.COM...
- Page 2 Use this page to record important information about your generator set. Record the information found on your unit data label on this page. For the location of the unit data label, see General Model: Information. The unit has a label plate affixed to the inside partition, to the left of the control panel console as shown in Figure 2-1 Figure...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Section 1: Safety Rules & General Manual Transfer Operation........ 14 Information Transfer to Generator Power Source ......14 Transfer Back to Utility Power Source .......15 Introduction............1 Automatic Transfer Operation ......15 Read This Manual Thoroughly ........1 How to Obtain Service ..........1 Automatic Sequence of Operation .... - Page 4 Table of Contents This page intentionally left blank. Owner’s Manual for 50 Hz Air-cooled Generators...
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Page 5: Section 1: Safety Rules & General Information Introduction
Safety Rules & General Information Section 1: Safety Rules & General Information Introduction WARNING Thank purchasing this compact, high Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, performance, air-cooled, engine-driven generator. It is could result in death or serious injury. designed to automatically supply electrical power to operate critical loads during a utility power failure. -
Page 6: Safety Rules
Safety Rules & General Information Safety Rules WARNING Study these SAFETY RULES carefully before installing, Only a trained and licensed electrician should perform operating or servicing this equipment. Become familiar wiring and connections to unit. Failure to follow proper with this Owner’s Manual and with the unit. The installation requirements could result in death, serious injury, and damage to equipment or property. -
Page 7: Exhaust Hazards
Safety Rules & General Information WARNING DANGER Injury and equipment damage. Do not use Electrical backfeed. Use only approved switchgear to generator as a step. Doing so could result in falling, isolate generator when electrical utility is the primary damaged parts, unsafe equipment operation, power source. -
Page 8: Fire Hazards
Safety Rules & General Information Fire Hazards Explosion Hazards DANGER WARNING Fire hazard. Do not obstruct cooling and ventilating airflow around the generator. Inadequate ventilation could result in fire hazard, possible equipment damage, death or serious injury. (000217) (000192) DANGER WARNING Connection of fuel source must be done by a qualified Fire and explosion. -
Page 9: Section 2: General Information
General Information Section 2: General Information The Generator 000701 Figure 2-1. GTH-530 Engine 8 kVA Unit 000901 Figure 2-2. GT-990 Engine, 10 & 13 kVA Units Exhaust Enclosure Battery Compartment Circuit Breakers Oil Fill Cap Composite Base Fuel Regulator Control Panel... -
Page 10: Specifications
General Information Specifications Generator Model 8 kVA 10 kVA 13 kVA Rated Voltage 220/230/240 Rated Maximum Load Current (Amps) at 36.4 / 34.8 / 33.3 45.5 / 43.5 / 41.7 59.1 / 56.5 / 54.2 Rated Voltage* Main Circuit Breaker... -
Page 11: Protection Systems
General Information Protection Systems Fuel Requirements The generator may have to run for long periods of time DANGER with no operator present to monitor the engine/generator conditions. Therefore, the generator is equipped with a Explosion and Fire. Fuel and vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. -
Page 12: Replacement Parts
General Information Replacement Parts 8 kVA 10 & 13 kVA Description 26R Exide Battery 0H3421S Spark Plug 0E9368 (BPR6HS) 0E7585A (RC14YC4) Oil Filter 070185E Air Filter 0E9371A 0J8478 Control Panel Fuse 0D7178T Transfer Switch Fuses 073590A Accessories Performance enhancing accessories are available for air-cooled generators. -
Page 13: Section 3: Operation
Operation Section 3: Operation Site Prep Verification Main Circuit Breaker (Generator Disconnect) This is a 2-pole breaker rated according to relevant It is important that the generator is installed in such a way specifications. See “A” in Figure 3-1. that the airflow into and out of the generator is not impeded. - Page 14 Operation NOTE: Always verify that the side locks are unlocked NOTE: Always the lift the front access panel up before before attempting to lift the lid. pulling away from enclosure (B and C in Figure 3-3). Do not pull the panel away from the enclosure before lifting 5.
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Page 15: Control Panel Interface
Operation Control Panel Interface The control panel interface is located under the lid of the enclosure. Before attempting to lift the lid of the enclosure, verify that both left and right side locks are unlocked. To remove the front cover, lift the cover straight up to disengage the side hooks, then tilt and lift it away from the unit. - Page 16 Operation EVOLUTION/SYNC2.0 HSB MENU MAP Switched to “OFF” Note: Menu functions and features may vary depending Hours of Protection 0 (H) on unit model and firmware revision. Running Manual Running-Utility Lost Running-Remote Start ENTER SYSTEM Running-2 Wire Start Running - Exercise Switched Off Battery Condition ENTER...
- Page 17 Operation Current Date/Time UP ARROW = 02/14/13 07:40 DATE/TIME DOWN ARROW = ENTER Run Hours (H) SUB MENUS ENTER ENTER MAINT: Run Hrs MAINT ENTER Maint. Log Scheduled Access Requires Password DEALER ENTER ENTER - 1 thru 50 + EXAMPLE: "Battery Maintained"...
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Page 18: Battery Charger
Operation Battery Charger 3. Turn off the utility power supply to the transfer switch using the means provided (such as a utility NOTE: The battery charger is integrated into the control main line circuit breaker). module in all models. 4. Use the manual transfer handle (A in Figure 3-7) inside the transfer switch to move the main... -
Page 19: Transfer Back To Utility Power Source
Operation Transfer Back to Utility Power Source accept load (five second warm-up time has not elapsed), the controller will complete the start cycle and run the When utility power has been restored, transfer back to generator through its normal cool down cycle, however, utility source and shut down the generator. -
Page 20: Shutting Generator Down While Under Load
Operation Shutting Generator Down While Under Load Important! To turn the generator off during utility outages to perform maintenance, or conserve fuel, follow these steps: To turn the generator OFF (while running in AUTO and online): 1. Turn the main utility disconnect OFF. 2. -
Page 21: Section 4: Maintenance
Maintenance Section 4: Maintenance Maintenance Before Servicing Regular maintenance will improve performance and Follow the steps below prior to inspecting, maintaining, or extend engine/equipment life. Generac Power Systems, servicing this unit: Inc. recommends that all maintenance work be 1. Allow the generator to cool thoroughly before performed by an Independent Authorized Service Dealer removing battery connections for maintenance or (IASD). -
Page 22: Service Schedule
Maintenance Service Schedule Table 4-1. Service Maintenance Schedule Schedule A Schedule B Daily If Running Continuously Every Service Every Two Years Every Four Years or Before Each Use Year or 200 Hours or 400 Hours ● Check Enclosure Louvers for Dirt and Debris * Check Lines and Connections for ●... -
Page 23: Checking Engine Oil Level
Maintenance Checking Engine Oil Level Engine Oil Recommendations To maintain the product warranty, the engine oil should be serviced in accordance with the recommendations of WARNING this manual. your convenience, Generac Maintenance Kits are available that include engine oil, oil Risk of burns. -
Page 24: Changing The Engine Air Filter
Maintenance 4. With the oil drained, remove the old oil filter by 4. Clean the plug(s) by scraping or washing with a turning it counterclockwise. For filter location, see wire brush and commercial solvent. Do not blast (B) in Figure 4-2. -
Page 25: Battery Maintenance
Maintenance qualified Service Technician check the state of • Make sure the piston is at top dead center (TDC) of its charge and condition. compression stroke (both valves closed). To get the piston at TDC, remove the intake screen at the front of WARNING the engine to gain access to the flywheel nut. -
Page 26: Attention After Submersion
Maintenance to be added until the evidence of reaction (foaming) has 9. Attach a tag to the engine indicating the viscosity ceased. The resulting liquid is to be flushed with water and classification of the new oil in the crankcase. and the area dried. -
Page 27: Section 5: Troubleshooting / Quick Reference Guide Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting / Quick Reference Guide Section 5: Troubleshooting / Quick Reference Guide Troubleshooting Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Problem Cause Correction Engine will not crank. 1. Fuse blown. 1. Correct short circuit condition by replacing 7.5 Amp fuse in generator control panel. 2. -
Page 28: Quick Reference Guide
Troubleshooting / Quick Reference Guide Quick Reference Guide Table 5-2. Quick Reference Guide Active Alarm Problem Things to Check Solution Check if the MLCB is in the ON position. If Unit running in AUTO but NONE GREEN Check MLCB. it is in the ON position, contact an no power in house. - Page 29 Troubleshooting / Quick Reference Guide Table 5-2. Quick Reference Guide (Continued) Active Alarm Problem Things to Check Solution Unit will not start in Check the LEDs / Contact an Independent Authorized UNDERSPEED AUTO with utility loss. Screen for alarms. Servicing Dealer. STEPPER Unit will not start in Check the LEDs /...
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