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Table of Contents
- 1 Safety Responsibility
- 2 Product Safety Information
- 3 Important Safety Instructions
- 4 Important Safety Rules
- 5 Electrical Hazards
- 6 Unpacking and Inspection
- 7 Automatic Transfer Switch
- 8 Pre-Installation Planning
- 9 Starting Battery
- 10 Recommended Engine Oil
- 11 Exhaust System
- 12 Natural Gas Fuel
- 13 General Service Tips
- 14 Terminal Connector Torque
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Table of Contents
Summary of Contents for Gillette Generators SP-200
- Page 1 INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR DRY FUEL MODELS: (GM DRIVEN, DRY FUEL GEN-SETS) SP-200 SP-250 SP-300 SP-410 SP-520 SP-620 SP-8005N SP-960 SP-1200 SP-1500 GILLETTE GENERATORS AUTOMATIC POWER SYSTEMS OGU06-OWN795-20131219...
- Page 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Introduction, General Cautions, Warnings, Danger & Danger Points ------- 3-10 Receiving, Un-packing and Installation of your Generator Set --------------- 11-14 Muffler Installation on Open (No Housing) Gen-Sets --------------------------- 14-16 Engine Radiator Systems -------------------------------------------------------------- 16-17 Starting, Battery Requirements ------------------------------------------------------- 17 Engine Oil Requirements and Generator Housing Information --------------- 18-19 Gaseous Dry Fuel Pipe Sizing Instructions ---------------------------------------- 19-21 Gaseous Dry Fuel System: Natural Gas --------------------------------------------- 21-22...
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Page 3: Safety Responsibility
PRODUCT SAFETY INFORMATION SECTION 1 SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY ● It is the responsibility of the owner of this generator to ensure that any person operating this generator has been properly trained. Be sure that you are completely familiar with the safe operation of this equipment. Improper use ●... - Page 4 use by non-qualified operator can cause serious or clothing or extremities and cause serious of fatal fatal injury. injury. DANGER: Disconnect all electrical wires and load DANGER: Do not put hands, feet, tools, clothing, or devices from generator power outlets before other objects near rotating parts such as cooling fan, servicing the generator.
- Page 5 death. Symptoms of carbon monoxide poising solution is caustic and can cause sever burns and include: dizziness, nausea, headaches, sleepiness, blindness. If electrolyte contacts skin or eyes, vomiting, or incoherence. If anyone experiences immediately flush the area with water and seek these symptoms, get out into fresh air immediately.
- Page 6 GILLETTE GENERATORS, INC. This generator set is discharge systems, or in the vicinity of corrosive intended for use as an alternative source of electric substances or vapors, metal particles, and dust. Heat power to operate normally required electric loads, can cause engine problems to develop and unwanted during a utility power failure.
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Page 7: Important Safety Rules
INSTALLATION, and will operate on its specific fuel. through out this manual. GILLETTE GENERATORS has made every effort to A LIST OF HAZARD SYMBOLS present a modern, safe generator set that will give... -
Page 8: Electrical Hazards
● Generator should not be exposed to excessive and ● Released battery electrolyte can burn constant moisture, dust, dirt, corrosive your skin and eyes and is toxic. environments. When electrolyte touches skin, wash it off ● ● If connected loads cause over heating or excessive immediately with water and seek medical attention. - Page 9 generator. Jewelry will conduct electricity, causing electric shock. Contact with exhaust muffler and exhaust pipe can result in serious burns. ● If generator must be serviced while it is running, Exhaust heat may ignite combustibles such as leaves stand on a dry, insulated surface from ground to or other such debris that is allowed to accumulate reduce shock hazard.
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Page 10: Unpacking And Inspection
can be ignited. Leaks in fuel system can be ignited. make sure that different procedure, work method, or Both are conditions that can cause fire and/or operating method is totally safe, against harm and explosion, leading to possible death. hazards to operators, buildings or environments. Do not operate generator if smell of fuel is UNPACKING AND INSPECTION ●... -
Page 11: Automatic Transfer Switch
● Starting battery is not included. See page 17 for and NFPA-70 standards. Contact your local electrical battery supply information. inspector or city hall to insure you are aware of all codes and regulations. Contact your natural gas ● All gen-sets have the required vibration isolators supplier to verify that increased BTU gas demand can between generator and steel mounting skid base. - Page 12 RECEIVING AND INSTALLATION TIPS When you receive your weather/sound housed generator, there are several items that require immediate attention. A) If gen-set is shipped open with protective wrap, remove wrap and carefully inspect gen-set for any shipping damage or missing optional equipment, before shipper leaves your premise. Note damage or missing parts on shipper’s Bill of Lading.
- Page 13 NOTE #1 NOTE #2 NOTE #3 NOTE #4 HEIGHT NET WEIGHT HEIGHT NET WEIGHT GEN-SET B C-1 I-1 IN. CM. LBS. CM. LBS. MODEL SP-200 49 1/2 1371 SP-250 49 1/2 1070 1470 SP-300 49 1/2 1120 1520 SP-410 4 1/4...
- Page 14 TYPICAL EMERGENCY GENERATOR INSTALLATION PRACTICES FOR “OPEN” (NON-SELF ENCLOSED) GENERATOR A standby emergency power systems will give years know and compliance to the codes, are essential: of dependable service when installed properly. National Electric Code, Articles: 230, 250, 245, 517, Incorrect installations can cause continuing service and 700.
- Page 15 If this happens, get into a Residential and Critical Muffler with Vertical Installation fresh air environment quickly. Have someone with for Models SP-200 thru SP-1500 safety breathing equipment stop the engine and inspect the entire exhaust system for leaks or improper installation.
- Page 16 CRITICAL GRADE CC-3 ” added, it’s best to use a hydrometer for testing the Models SP-200 thru SP-620 has either residential or value of antifreeze mixture. A correct 50/50 mix Critical grade muffler factory mounted to the engine allows freeze protection to –34º F and boil-over pipe manifold.
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Page 17: Starting Battery
All GILLETTE generators use a 6 amp, 12 VDC , 3 The ideal assembly is to install motorized louvers, so stage charger (bulk stage for full 6 amp output while... -
Page 18: Recommended Engine Oil
WINTER OIL WITH FILTER MODEL GRADE GRADE QT (L) “Command” Programmable Controller: standard equipment on all Gillette standby 4-pole SP-200 SP-250 generator sets, and has a vast array of options for (4.1) SP-300 almost any application. SP-410 SP-520 “Command-Elite” Controller:... -
Page 19: Exhaust System
1) “Standard” housing with standard interior sound touch. This “Hot Pipe Burn” warning remains in deadening foam and mounted residential grade effect for 60 minutes after shut-down of generator set. muffler. CORROSION TO GENERATOR AND 2) “Super-Silent” housing with special interior foam HOUSING having damping material included. - Page 20 Cu. Ft., under column 11-20 Ft. runs = 470 Cu. Ft. Locate the required pipe diameter at left side of Table C = 1” Dia. TABLE A: ENGINE HORSEPOWER VERSUS FUEL CONSUMPTION, AT 100% LOAD 1800 RPM ENGINES GEN-SET KW ENGINE HP FOR LPV FUEL 48 * 48 *...
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Page 21: Natural Gas Fuel
THE GASEOUS DRY FUEL SYSTEM INSTALLATION causing a possible fire hazard. WARNING NATURAL GAS FUEL Propane (LPV) and natural gas (NG) is Required natural gas fuel pressure must be seven (7) extremely flammable and explosive. inches water column and minimum 1000 BTU rating per cubic foot/hour. - Page 22 All new installations, plus any future repair or meter and gas meter are close together, as it results troubleshooting procedures must include a natural in short runs for both electric wires and fuel lines. gas manometer test. This test should be conducted When these two utilities are far apart, always choose after all other natural gas appliances have been to locate gen-set close to the gas meter, as installation...
- Page 23 LPV fuel pressure must be 6 ounce pressure Figure 11 LP GAS LINE (11-12 inches water column) delivered to the Manometer Port: Remove generator. Blank Plug And Insert Manometer Plug Often new LPV tanks or existing LPV tanks Dedicated LPV Fuel already located at the installation site, have a pre- Manometer Line from LP Tank...
- Page 24 cables. Place the selected fully charged battery with WARNING full electrolyte in battery tray and secure with battery hold down strap. The high voltage access panels should only Before connecting battery cables battery, be removed by experienced licensed electricians, repair and service personnel, complete the following steps: and installers.
- Page 25 ● Contact with battery acid will cause severe burns BEFORE WORKING ON BATTERY: to the skin and eyes. ● Always remove 10 amp fuse in control panel. ● Always turn the “auto-off-manual” switch to off BATTERIES CAN CAUSE position. DANGEROUS ELECTRICAL SHOCK FINAL PREPARATIONS BEFORE A battery can cause an electrical shock.
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Page 26: General Service Tips
for Buyer to know, that all ATS operating methods, ing on the specific setup at this location.) The auto parts supplied, operational services, warranties, etc. transfer switch will switch the connected load from are the responsibilities of chosen ATS supplier. utility to emergency generator power. - Page 27 OIL DRAIN: Remove oil drain hose from the holding EXHAUST SYSTEM: Engine end of generator set, clip. Remove the end cap from end of oil drain hose, will be the hot exhaust discharge. Keep any and let oil drain into a separate container. Remove combustibles (building materials, fuels, chemicals, dipstick and oil fill cap to facilitate complete draining flammables, etc.) away from this exhaust area.
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Page 28: Terminal Connector Torque
TERMINAL CONNECTOR TORQUE TIGHTENING TORQUE FOR PRESSURE WIRE CONNECTORS WITH INTERNAL- Use the torque values shown for terminal connectors. DRIVE SOCKET-HEAD SCREWS Refer to UL-486A, UL-486B, and UL-486E for information on terminal connectors for aluminum SOCKET SIZE ACROSS FLATS, TIGHTENING TORQUE, mm (in.) Nm (in. - Page 29 FORMULAS THAT MAY BE OF USE TEMPERATURE ºC = (ºF – 32) x 0.55555 ºF = (ºC X 1.8) + 32 VELOCITY ft/sec x 0.3048 = m/sec m/sec x 3.2808 = ft/sec miles/hr x 1.6093 = km/hr km/hr x 0.6214 = miles/hr miles/hr x 0.44704 = m/sec m/sec x 3.2808 = ft/sec VOLUME...
- Page 30 Gillette Generators, Inc. 2921 Thorne Drive Elkhart, IN 46514 Phone: 574-264-9639 Fax: 574-262-1840 E-mail: sales@gillettegenerators.com www.gillettegenerators.com Call for Tech Support: 1-800-777-9639 Email: service@gillettegenerators.com GILLETTE GENERATORS AUTOMATIC POWER SYSTEMS OGU06-OWN-795-20131219...