Serial Number 2.4L 45kW Model: 005261-0 STANDBY GENERATOR OWNER'S MANUAL A new standard of reliability —CAUTION— ONLY QUALIFIED ELECTRICIANS OR CONTRACTORS SHOULD ATTEMPT INSTALLATION! This manual should remain with the unit. 0G0201 Part 02/06 Rev. Cover043...
Standby Generator Sets Table of Contents OPERATION ............9-1 SECTION PAGE Generator Control and Operation ........9-1 SAFETY RULES ..........1-1 Operating Unit with Manual Transfer Switch ....9-1 INTRODUCTION .............1-3 Engine Start-up and Transfer ........9-1 Read this Manual Thoroughly ........1-3 Retransfer and Shutdown .........9-1 Operation and Maintenance ........1-3 Operating Unit with Automatic Transfer Switch ...9-1 How to Obtain Service ..........1-3...
Stationary Emergency Generator Important Safety Instructions INTRODUCTION This symbol points out potential fire hazard. Thank you for purchasing this model of the Stationary Emergency Generator set product line. This symbol points out potential electrical shock hazard. Every effort was expended to make sure that the The operator is responsible for proper and safe use information and instructions in this manual were of the equipment.
Stationary Emergency Generator Important Safety Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – The manufacturer suggests that these rules for safe operation be copied and posted in potential hazard areas. Safety should be stressed to all operators, potential operators, and service and repair technicians for this equipment. ...
Stationary Emergency Generator Important Safety Instructions • Before performing any maintenance on the gen- • Stationary Emergency Generators installed with erator, disconnect its battery cables to prevent an automatic transfer switch will crank and start accidental start-up. Disconnect the cable from the automatically when normal (utility) source volt- battery post indicated by a NEGATIVE, NEG or (–) age is removed or is below an acceptable preset...
Stationary Emergency Generator General Information IDENTIFICATION RECORD NOTE: For actual information related to this particular DATA LABEL model, please refer to the Manual Drawing Listing located at the end of this manual, or to the data Every generator set has a DATA LABEL that contains label affixed to the unit.
Stationary Emergency Generator Equipment Description EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION COOLANT RECOMMENDATIONS This equipment is a revolving field, alternating cur- Use a mixture of half low silicate ethylene glycol rent Stationary Emergency Generator. It is powered base anti-freeze and deionized water. Cooling system by a gaseous fueled engine operating at 1800 rpm for capacity is listed in the specifications.
Stationary Emergency Generator Engine Protective Devices ENGINE PROTECTIVE DEVICES OVERCRANK SHUTDOWN The Stationary Emergency Generator may be required After a prespecified duration of cranking, this func- to operate for long periods of time without an opera- tion ends the cranking if the engine has failed to tor on hand to monitor such engine conditions as start.
Stationary Emergency Generator Fuel Systems FUEL SYSTEM PROPANE VAPOR WITHDRAWAL FUEL SYSTEM This type of system utilizes the vapors formed above FUEL REQUIREMENTS the liquid fuel in the supply tank. Approximately 10 to 20 percent of the tank capacity is needed for fuel The Stationary Emergency Generator may be equipped expansion from the liquid to the vapor state.
Standby Generator Sets Specifications SPECIFICATIONS COOLING SYSTEM Type ...........Pressurized Closed Recovery GENERATOR Water Pump ..............Belt Driven Type ................Synchronous Fan Speed .................2150 rpm Rotor Insulation ..............Class H Fan Diameter ..............22 inches Stator Insulation ..............Class H Fan Mode ................Puller Total Harmonic Distortion ............<5% Air Flow (inlet air including alternator and Telephone Interference Factor (TIF) ..........<...
Stationary Emergency Generator General Information ALTERNATOR AC LEAD CONNECTIONS ALTERNATOR POWER WINDING See “Voltage Codes”. This Stationary Emergency CONNECTIONS Generator may be rated at any one of three voltages, either single-phase or three-phase. The electrical 3-PHASE ALTERNATORS wires in the unit’s AC connection (lower) panel should be installed according to the number of leads and the The Stationary Emergency Generator is designed voltage/phase required for the application.
Stationary Emergency Generator Installation INSTALLATION PRIOR TO INITIAL START-UP Refer to the separate “Installation Guide QT Product Line” supplied with the unit. Prior to initially starting the generator, it must PREPARATION BEFORE START-UP be properly prepared for use. Any attempt to The instructions in this section assume that the crank or start the engine before it has been Stationary Emergency Generator has been properly...
Stationary Emergency Generator Installation • Battery charger connection to 120 VAC. • Insert the fuse into the control panel. • Communication wires connected between transfer • Move the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch to the MAN- UAL position. The engine should now crank and switch and generator (HTS only).
Stationary Emergency Generator Operation STATIONARY EMERGENCY GENERATOR CONTROL AND OPERATION Do not crank the engine continuously for longer Refer to the appropriate control panel operator’s than 30 seconds, or the heat may manual for this unit. damage the starter motor. •...
Standby Generator Sets Maintenance MAINTENANCE PERFORMED BY COOLING SYSTEM Air intake and outlet openings in the generator com- AUTHORIZED SERVICE FACILITIES partment must be open and unobstructed for contin- ued proper operation. This includes such obstruc- tions as high grass, weeds, brush, leaves and snow. ...
Standby Generator Sets Maintenance EXERCISE SYSTEM Figure 10.1 - Oil Dipstick and Oil Fill Cap Start the generator engine at least once every seven Oil Fill Cap days and let it run at least 20 minutes. See “Weekly Exercise Cycle”. INSPECT COOLING SYSTEM •...
Standby Generator Sets Maintenance CHANGING ENGINE OIL Figure 10.3 – Engine Air Cleaner Refer to maintenance performed by authorized service Air Cleaner facilities for engine oil and filter change frequencies. Drain the oil while the engine is still warm from run- ning.
Standby Generator Sets Maintenance MISCELLANEOUS MAINTENANCE BATTERY MAINTENANCE The battery should be inspected per Section 4.7, CLEANING THE GENERATOR Scheduled Maintenance. The following procedure should be followed for inspection: Keep the generator as clean and as dry as possible. Dirt and moisture that accumulates on internal gen- 1.
Stationary Emergency Generator Service Schedule SERVICE SCHEDULE 22 KW - 150 KW GASEOUS STATIONARY EMERGENCY GENERATOR The following is a recommended maintenance schedule for Gaseous Stationary Emergency Generator sets from 22kW to 150 kW in size. The established intervals in the schedule are the maximum recommended when the unit is used in an average service application. They will need to be decreased (performed more frequently) if the unit is used in a severe application.
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Stationary Emergency Generator Service Schedule Maintenance Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Tasks Recom- Task Required Task Required Task Task Required Task mended Comp. to be done Comp. to be done Comp. Required Comp. to be done Comp.
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Stationary Emergency Generator Service Schedule Maintenance Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level5 Tasks Recom- Task Required Task Required Task Task Required Task mended Comp. to be done Comp. to be done Comp. Required Comp. to be done Comp.
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Stationary Emergency Generator Service Schedule Maintenance Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level5 Tasks Recom- Task Required Task Required Task Task Required Task mended Comp. to be done Comp. to be done Comp. Required Comp. to be done Comp.
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0F9529 WELDMENT RADIATOR SUPPORT 2.4L 0F2572 ARM TENSIONER 0F2608 RADIATOR 598 X 568 X 49 CPL RH 0F5689 SCREW SHC SHLDR LKG M8X16LG 0F5263 V-BELT 31/64" X 57-3/8" 0F2862 SPRING TENSION CPL 046526 WASHER LOCK M10 0F2560 PULLEY V-BELT 4" FLANGED 059981 SCREW HHC M10-1.5 X 30 G10.9 022131...
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0E6586 GASKET BOSCH 32 & 40 0E0519A ADAPTER CARBURETOR W/PVC CONN 0C8127 ELEMENT AIR CLEANER 049815 SCREW HHC M5-0.8 X 16 G8.8 022127 NUT HEX 1/4-20 STEEL (1) 6 062974 STUD TH 1/4-20 X 4-1/2 G2 ZNC 0G0190 PLATE, AIR CLEANER TOP 2.4L 037561 NUT WING 1/4-20 NYLK (1) APPLY MEDIUM STRENGTH BLUE TREAD LOCKING FLUID TO THREADS ON...
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026915 NIPPLE CLOSE 3/4 X 1.375 075580 FLANGE FUEL INLET 0F6390B REGULATOR ASSY 2.4L 039253 SCREW HHC M8-1.25 X 20 G8.8 022145 WASHER FLAT 5/16-M8 ZINC 022129 WASHER LOCK M8-5/16 045771 NUT HEX M8-1.25 G8 CLEAR ZINC 0G0180 1 (REF) GASKET- THROTTLE BODY 0E8286 STREET EL 45D 1/2 NPT BRASS...
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0F9794 MUFFLER 7" X 9" X 18-1/2" 2" IN/OUT 0G0113 EXHAUST ELBOW 2 1/4 OD 2 1/2OD 0F9937 BRACKET MUFFLER 0F2830 MUFFLER BRACKET STIFFENER 0F2962 MUFFLER STRAP 080762 BOLT U 3/8-16 X 2.62 0E0170A EXHAUST BLANKET 988MM (C2) 0C2454 SCREW THF M6-1 X 16 N WA Z/JS 0F9736 PIPE EXHAUST 2.4L G1 0G0007...
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C2 UNITS 0F9832 SHIELD CONN BOX C2 0F9832GGS0R SHIELD CONTROL STAND C2 0C2454 SCREW THF M6-1 X 16 N WA Z/JS C3 UNITS 0F9832B SHIELD CONTROL STAND C3 0F9832KGS0R SHIELD CONTROL STAND C3 0C2454 SCREW THF M6-1 X 16 N WA Z/JS C4 UNITS 0F9832A SHIELD CONTROL STAND C4...
Stationary Emergency Generator Warranty GENERAC POWER SYSTEMS STANDARD LIMITED WARRANTY FOR HOME STANDBY/LIGHT COMMERCIAL STATIONARY EMERGENCY PRODUCT BELOW 50kW For a period of two (2) years from the date of sale, Generac Power Systems, Inc. will, at its option, repair or replace any part(s) which, upon examina- tion, inspection, and testing by Generac Power Systems or an Authorized/Certified Generac Power Systems Dealer, or branch thereof, is found to be defective under normal use and service, in accordance with the warranty schedule set forth below.