Table Of Contents - Generac Power Systems Guardian 04758-2 Installation And Owner's Manual

Introduction ........................Inside Front Cover
Read This Manual Thoroughly ........................ IFC
Contents .......................................................... IFC
Operation and Maintenance ............................ IFC
How to Obtain Service ..................................... IFC
Authorized Dealer Locator Number ................... IFC
Safety Rules ........................................................2
Standards Index .................................................. 3
Section 1 - General Information ...................4
1.1 Unpacking/Inspection .................................... 4
1.2 Protection Systems ........................................ 4
1.3 System Set LED ............................................ 4
1.4 The Generator ............................................... 5
1.5 Specifications ................................................ 6
1.5.1 Generator ........................................... 6
1.5.2 Engine ................................................ 6
1.6 Fuel Requirements and Recommendations ... 7
1.7 Fuel Consumption ......................................... 7
1.8 Reconfiguring the Fuel System ...................... 7
1.8.1 7 kW, 410CC ...................................... 7
1.8.2 12 kW and 15 kW, 990cc Engines ...... 8
1.9 Location ........................................................ 8
1.9.1 Generator ........................................... 8
1.9.2 Transfer Switch .................................. 9
1.10 Battery Installation ........................................ 9
1.11 The Battery ................................................... 9
Section 2 - Post Installation Start-up
and Adjustments .......................10
2.1 Before Initial Start-up .................................. 10
2.2 Check Transfer Switch Operation ............... 10
2.3 Electrical Checks ........................................ 10
2.4 Generator Tests Under Load ....................... 11
2.5 Checking Automatic Operation .................... 11
2.6 Adjusting the Regulator (Natural Gas Only) .. 12
2.7 Engine Governor Adjustment ...................... 13
2.7.1 7 kW Units ....................................... 13
2.7.2 12 kW and 15 kW Units ................... 13
2.7.3 Additional Corrosion Protection ....... 14
2.8 Voltage Regulator Adjustment ...................... 14
Section 3 - Operation ....................................14
3.1 Break-in Procedure ..................................... 14
3.2 Using the Auto/Off/Manual Switch ............... 14
3.2.1 "Auto" Position .................................. 14
Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators
3.2.2 "Off" Position.................................... 14
3.2.3 "Manual" Position ............................. 14
3.3 Automatic Transfer Operation ..................... 15
3.4 Sequence of Automatic Operation ............... 15
3.5 Manual Transfer Operation ......................... 15
3.5.1 Transfer to Generator
3.5.2 Transfer Back to Utility
3.6 Setting the Exercise Timer .......................... 16
3.7 Protection Systems ...................................... 16
3.7.1 Low Oil Pressure Switch .................. 16
3.7.2 High Temperature Switch ................. 17
3.7.3 Overcrank ........................................ 17
3.7.4 Overspeed ........................................ 17
Section 4 - Maintenance ...............................17
4.1 Fuse ............................................................. 17
4.2 Checking the Engine Oil Level ..................... 17
4.3 Changing the Engine Oil .............................. 18
4.3.1 Engine Oil Recommendations .......... 18
4.3.2 Oil Change Procedure ....................... 18
4.4 Changing the Oil Filter ................................ 18
4.5 Changing the Engine Air Cleaner ................. 18
4.5.1 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW
4.6 Spark Plug(s) .............................................. 19
4.7 Battery Maintenance .................................... 19
4.8 Adjusting Valve Clearance ........................... 20
4.9 Cooling System ........................................... 20
4.10 Attention After Submersion ......................... 21
4.11 Corrosion Protection ................................... 21
4.12 Out of Service Procedure ............................. 21
4.12.1 Removal From Service...................... 21
4.12.2 Return to Service ............................. 21
4.13 Service Schedule ......................................... 22
Section 5 - Troubleshooting ........................ 23
5.1 Troubleshooting Guide ................................ 23
Section 6 - Electrical Data ........................... 24
Section 7 - Exploded Views and
Section 8 - Mounting Dimensions ............. 50
Section 9 - Notes ........................................... 51
Section 10 - Warranty ................................... 52

Table of Contents

Power Source .....................................15
Power Source .....................................16
Generators ....................................... 18
Parts Lists ................................... 32
1