Section 6 Electrical Connections; Generator Connections; Control Wiring - Generac Power Systems 6103 EcoGen Installation Manuallines

Electrical Connections
Section 6
6.1 — Generator Connections
NOTE: Wiring must be performed in accordance with local jurisdiction and codes.
Remove the appropriate Main AC/Control Wiring knock-out plug at back of generator.
1.
Install the generator feeder and control wiring between the generator and inverter or electrical loads to be pow-
2.
ered by the generator per the applicable NEC codes for the wiring method selected. For knock-out plug locations
(verify specific transfer wiring and connections per model), see Figure 2-5.
NOTE: This wiring can be run in the same conduit if the appropriate insulation rated wire is used.
Seal the conduit at the generator in compliance with any codes.
3.
Strip insulation from wire ends. Do not remove excessive insulation.
4.
To connect the control wires, push down on the spring loaded connection point with a flat head screwdriver, insert
5.
wire and release.
NOTE: No wire insulation should be in the connection point, only bare wire.
NOTE: The system is equipped with a 2-wire start to facilitate connection to the inverter system.
6.2 — Control Wiring
Terminal Numbering Decal
B Blue #3
C Black #3
Wire
178
183
Installation Guidelines for Air-Cooled Generators
Control and 2-wire Start Length and Size
Maximum Wire Length
1-115 ft (1-35 m)
116-185 ft (36-56 m)
186-295 ft (57-89 m)
296-460 ft (90-140 m)
Control Pad Connections
T1 - Fused 120VAC for Battery Charger
(see NOTE beneath Fig. 6-1 on the following page)
0 - DC (-) Common Ground Wire
2-wire Start Wire Connections
Connection
Female Faston
Hanging from controller above battery compartment
Female Faston
Recommended Wire Size
No. 18 AWG
No. 16 AWG
No. 14 AWG
No. 12 AWG
Wire Numbers
Location
(see Figure 6-2)
27