Emission Information; Before You Begin; Site Preparation And Generator Placement - Generac Power Systems 7 kW NG Installation Manuallines

Section 210.12 requires that AFCI protection be provided on
branch circuits that supply outlets (receptacle, lighting, etc.)
in dwelling bedrooms. The requirement is limited to 15 and 20
ampere, 125 volt circuits. There is no prohibition against providing
AFCI protection on other circuits or in locations other than
bedrooms. Because circuits are often shared between a bedroom
and other areas such as closets and hallways, providing AFCI
protection on the complete circuit would comply with 210.12.
If during the installation of the home standby system the decision
is made to provide back up power to a bedroom branch circuit,
then the circuit breaker in the transfer switch should be replaced
with an Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter.
It is most important that breakers only be switched like for like.
For instance, if replacing a 15A breaker, it MUST be replaced with
a 15A AFCI breaker. Likewise, a 20A breaker MUST be replaced
with a 20A AFCI.
These AFCI breakers are available at the nearest hardware store.
Siemens Item #
Q115AF
Q120AF

EMISSION INFORMATION

The Environmental Protection Agency requires that this generator
complies with exhaust emission standards. This generator is
certified to meet the applicable EPA emission levels. Additional
information regarding the requirements set by the EPA is as
follows:
The generator is certified for use as a stationary engine for
standby power generation. Any other use may be a violation
of federal and/or local laws. It is important that to follow the
maintenance specifications in the "Maintenance" section to
ensure that the engine complies with the applicable emission
standards for the duration of the engine's life. This engine is
certified to operate on Liquid Propane fuel and pipeline Natural
Gas. The emission control system on the generator consists of
the following:
• Fuel Metering System
• Carburetor/mixer assembly
• Fuel regulator
• Air Induction System
• Intake pipe/manifold
• Air cleaner
• Ignition System
• Spark plug
• Ignition module
The Emissions Compliance Period referred to on the Emissions
Compliance Label indicates the number of operating hours for
which the engine has been shown to meet Federal emission
requirements. See the table below to determine the compliance
period for the generator. The displacement of the generator is
listed on the Emissions Compliance Label.
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Description
15A Single Pole AFCI
20A Single Pole AFCI
Displacement Category
< 66 cc
 66 cc -
< 225 cc
 225 cc

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Contact the local inspector or City Hall to be aware of all federal,
state and local codes that could impact the installation. Secure all
required permits before starting the job.
Carefully read and follow all of the procedures and safety
precautions detailed in the installation guide. If any portion of the
installation manual, technical manual or other factory-supplied
documents is not completely understood, contact a dealer for
assistance.
Fully comply with all relevant NEC, NFPA and OSHA standards
as well as all federal, state and local building and electric codes.
As with any generator, this unit must be installed in accordance
with current NFPA 37 and NFPA 70 standards as well as any other
federal, state, and local codes for minimum distances from other
structures.
SITE PREPARATION AND GENERATOR
PLACEMENT
1. Locate the mounting area as close as possible to the transfer
switch and fuel supply.
Leave adequate room around the area for service access
(check local code), and place high enough to keep rising
water from reaching the generator.
Choose an open space that will provide adequate and
unobstructed airflow (see the "Location" section in the
Owner's Manual).
Compliance Period
A 300 Hours
B 125 Hours
C 50 Hours
A 500 Hours
B 250 Hours
C 125 Hours
A 1000 Hours
B 500 Hours
C 250 Hours