Gillette SPS-100 Operation And Installation Manual

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OPERATION AND

INSTALLATION

GUIDE

FOR MODELS:

SPS-100, SPH-120, SPS-120, & SPV-160

GILLETTE GENERATORS

AUTOMATIC POWER SYSTEMS

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Page 1 OPERATION AND INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR MODELS: SPS-100, SPH-120, SPS-120, & SPV-160 GILLETTE GENERATORS AUTOMATIC POWER SYSTEMS...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Additional Hi-Lights of (8) Point Diagnostic Panel -------------------------------18 Changing Fuel from NG to LPG at Job-Site ----------------------------------------19-20 Initial Start-Up ----------------------------------------------------------------------------20-21 General Service Tips -------------------------------------------------------------------21-22 Dimensional Print: Models SPS-100, SPH-120, & SPS-120 -----------------------23-24 Dimensional Print: Model SPV-160 --------------------------------------------------25 Service Schedule ------------------------------------------------------------------------26 Maintenance Record--------------------------------------------------------------------27...
Page 3: Save These Instructions
However, because each installation is different, it is A LIST OF HAZARD SYMBOLS impossible for this manual and GILLETTE to know and AND THEIR MEANINGS advise against all possible hazards. The listings,...
Page 4 Group ● For all safety reasons to the equipment, GILLETTE 36, 12 VDC fully charged battery with mini- recommends installation, start-up and service be per- mum 390 cold cranking amps.
Page 5 ● Despite the safe design of this GILLETTE genera- same precautions when installing generator at prop- tor, operating it carelessly, neglecting its normal erty line, close to a neighbor’s home, or any buildings...
Page 6 This concludes the limited hazard listing. However, applicable codes by experienced service personnel. GILLETTE cannot possibly anticipate every possible No leaks are permitted. hazard. Therefore, the warnings in this manual, plus the warning tags and decals attached to the generator ●...
Page 7 GENERATOR CONTENTS The automatic transfer switch is an optional selection and can be used with any model GILLETTE home gen- The GILLETTE home generator set is supplied with erator set. All installation procedures, operating cau- the following components: tions, and warranties are responsibility of the sepa- rate manufacturers of the ATS.
Page 8 3) PREFERRED: Generator is mounted directly on a concrete slab, 4 inches thick, extending 6 inches be- yond generator perimeter, and bolted in place. This GROUN method is for those locals with “high wind” consid- erations. (See Illustration #3) If gravel bed is chosen, its perimeter must be eight GENERATOR BASE inches larger than generator base.
Page 9 TYPICAL EMERGENCY GENERATOR INSTALLATION PRACTICES (1) Drawing shows a typical gas utility approach on how to (D) Auto transfer switch with UL-1008 label and NEMA-1 hous- bring natural gas fuel to the gen-set. The fuel from utility is ing for inside installation. Consult factory for NEMA-3R, outside connected by dedicated fuel line, to the installed 4 ounce, 7”...
Page 10 KNOW YOUR GILLETTE HOME GENERATOR Compare the following illustrations and individual component locations, with your actual GILLETTE home gen- erator system. This will help familiarize yourself with the entire generator set. Control, Wiring & Engine End Hot Air Plus Carbon Monoxide...
Page 11: Know Your System Control Panel
KNOW YOUR SYSTEM CONTROL PANEL Compare the illustration with actual GILLETTE home generator system. 1) 8 Point, LED diagnostic display panel. 2) #S-2 optional alarm system interface for fault detection. 3) TS1: Electrician’s connection terminals for 2-Point Remote Start/Stop Dry Contact Terminals.
Page 12 LPG is heavier than air and will settle in low areas. Gen. Model Gen. KW Cubic Ft./Hr BTU/Hr. * NG is lighter than air and will collect in high areas. SPS-100 10.0 185,000 The slightest spark can ignite either fuel and can cause fire or explosion. SPS-120 12.0...
Page 13 EXAMPLE 2: A model SPV-160, 16 KW generator is If manometer reading falls below 5 inches water col- to be installed 50 feet from gas meter. In reading the umn while generator engine is cranking, or running, charts, Fig. 1 shows this model to require 280 cubic it may indicate the gas meter or primary regulator is feet/hour (or 280,000 BTU/hr) gas volume to be deliv- too small, or the fuel pressure from gas supplier is...
Page 14 LPG FUEL CONSUMPTION AT FULL LOAD CRITICAL POINTS FOR A PROPER LPG Gen. Model Gen. KW Cubic Ft./Hr BTU/Hr. * GAS INSTALLATION SPS-100 10.0 210,000 Before LPG fuel line plans are made, call your SPS-120 12.0 220,000 LPG supplier, give information on the amount of cubic feet/hour (Figure 4) and BTU’s/hour (Figure 5) that...
Page 15: Prepare For Generator Operation
A flexible LPG fuel line is furnished for installa- Climates that have snow and ice build-up, along tion between the LPG fuel line & generator fuel input. with sub-zero temperatures should have LPG fuel pipe protection against freezing. The generator end CAUTION: Make sure this flexible fuel line is in- of the hard piping installation should include a sedi- stalled in a horizontal position, without bends.
Page 16 FOR LICENSED ELECTRICIAN’S USE, ONLY DANGER When small hinged door on engine end of housing is un-locked and opened, the control panel is exposed. At engine end, behind bolted panel con- (see item 1, 8 point diagnostic display panel on page tains dangerous high voltage electricity.
Page 17: Initial Start-Up
NOTICE BATTERIES CAN CAUSE DANGER- OUS CHEMICAL BURNS Dielectric grease should be used on battery lugs or A battery can cause a chemical burn. Before working posts to help in the prevention of normal corrosion. on a battery, follow safe procedures: Damage will result to generator controls, if battery ●...
Page 18 NOTE: “TEST” position will start the engine, but will not dis- temperatures be- connect utility power from the transfer switch. This low 32º F (0º C), it position is used for testing the generator after mainte- is highly recom- nance or repairs, or viewing the (8) point diagnostic mended functions.
Page 19 GAS SOLENOID VALVE MODELS SPS-100, SPS-120, & SPH-120 use the gas system as shown above. The KN gas regulator is used to regulate the gas flow by responding to pressure changes in the engine intake manifold. When the engine is shut down, with no demand for fuel, the “demand”...
Page 20 control panel, page 11). Apply electric utility power CAUTION to connected automatic transfer switch (ATS). WARNING BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL. YOU ARE READY TO TEST RUN A GENERATOR THAT HAS BOTH ELEC- TRIC SHOCK AND FLAMMABLE FUEL POTEN- PROCEED WITH CAUTION. THE CONTROL TIAL HAZARDS.
Page 21: General Service Tips
It is possible that a different auto transfer switch may be used, rather that the Gillette furnished automatic AIR FILTER: remove air filter cover and existing air transfer switch (ATS). In this case, any different style filter element and foam element.
Page 22 dipstick and oil fill cap to facilitate complete draining EXHAUST SYSTEM: One end of generator set, will process. When oil is drained, replace dip stick, oil fill be the hot exhaust discharge. Keep any combustibles cap, oil hose drain cap and place hose in holding clip. (building materials, fuels, chemicals, flammables, etc.) away from this exhaust area.
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Page 26 BASIC SERVICE TIPS/TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE BASIC SERVICE TIPS, TROUBLE SHOOTING AND NEW START-UP HELP, FOR YOUR GILLETTE STANDBY GENERATOR: A) ENGINE WILL NOT CRANK: • BATTERY LEAD CONNECTIONS LOOSE OR CORRODED • BATTERY CHARGE IS LOW OR DISCHARGED • BATTERY CABLES REVERSED •...
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Page 28: Service Schedule
SERVICE SCHEDULE SYSTEM COMPONENT OR CLEAN TEST FREQUENCY CHECK CHANGE PROCEDURE PAGE ENGINE AIR CLEANER YEARLY OR EVERY 100 HRS. SPARK PLUG YEARLY OR EVERY 250 HRS. VIBRATION ISOLATORS YEARLY FUEL PIPING YEARLY GENERATOR EXERCISE (RUN) GEN-SET WEEKLY ROTOR AND STATOR* YEARLY VIBRATION ISOLATORS YEARLY...
Page 29: Maintenance Record
Use the following table to keep a record of all periodic and unscheduled maintenance and service. See Ser- vice Schedule HOUR DATE METER MAINTENANCE OR SERVICE PERFORMED READING Record the name, address, and phone number of your authorized GILLETTE service center. PAGE 29...
Page 30 Gillette Generators, Inc. 1340 Wade Drive Elkhart, IN 46514 Phone: 574-264-9639 Fax: 574-262-1840 E-mail: sales@gillettegenerators.com www.gillettegenerators.com Call for Tech Support: 1-866-537-4388 Email: service@gillettegenerators.com GILLETTE GENERATORS AUTOMATIC POWER SYSTEMS OGU05-OWN-794-20080828...

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