Section 7: Control Panel Start-Up/Testing; Control Panel Interface; Using The Auto/Manual/Off Buttons; Generator Setup - Generac Power Systems 15 kW EcoGen Installation Manuallines

Section 7: Control Panel Start-Up/Testing

Control Panel Interface

DANGER
Automatic start-up. Disconnect normal power source
and render unit inoperable before working on unit.
Failure to do so will result in death or serious injury.
•
Press the OFF button on the control panel, remove
fuses, and disconnect battery cables to prevent
accidental startup
maintenance on the generator.
•
Disconnect the cable from the battery post
indicated by a NEGATIVE, NEG, or (–) first, then
remove the POSITIVE, POS, or (+) cable.
•
When reconnecting the cables, connect the
POSITIVE cable first, and the NEGATIVE cable
last.

Using the AUTO/MANUAL/OFF Buttons

Button Description of Operation
AUTO This button activates fully automatic system
operation. Automatic operation allows the unit
to automatically start the generator.
OFF This button shuts down the engine and also
prevents automatic operation of the unit.
MANUAL This button will crank and start the generator.
Figure 7-1. Generator Control Panel
Installation Guidelines For 60 Hz EcoGen™ Generators
(000236)
before performing any
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Control Panel Start-Up/Testing

Generator Setup

The controller will light up when battery power is applied
to the generator during the installation process. The
generator still needs to be activated before it will
automatically run in the event of a power outage.

Activation

To receive the activation code, you must have the unit
serial number and go to: www.generac.com, "Service &
Support" tab, and then "Activate Your Home Standby"
under the "Generac Owners" list. You can also receive an
activation code by calling 1-888-9ACTIVATE (1-888-922-
8482).
Activating the generator is a simple, one-time process
that is guided by the controller screen prompts. The
controller screen will not prompt you to activate again
once the product is activated, even if you disconnect the
generator battery, fuse, and battery charge circuit. (T1)
Proceed as follows after obtaining your activation code:
1. The display interface will begin an installation wiz-
ard upon first power-up of the generator.
NOTE: If the unit has already been powered up, it is
necessary to disconnect the generator battery, fuse, and
battery charge circuit (T1).
2. The installation wizard prompts the user to set the
fuel type. Chose fuel type and press ENTER. The
controller will display "Activate me (ENT) or ESC".
Press ESC to run in MANUAL.
3. Press ENTER and use the up/down arrow keys
and the ENTER key to input the activation code.
NOTE: If you push ESC to run in MANUAL, the unit will
not function in AUTO. To enter the activation code at a
later time, it is necessary to disconnect the generator
battery, fuse, and battery charge circuit (T1).
The install wizard will only allow the user to change basic
operational settings if the unit is not activated. These
settings are: Current Date/Time. "NOT ACTIVATED" will
be displayed.
The installation wizard will allow further programming
parameters and AUTO operation if the unit is activated.
The maintenance intervals will be initialized when the
time is entered. If the 12 volt battery is disconnected or
the fuse removed, the installation wizard will operate
upon power restoration. The display will only prompt the
customer for the current Time and Date.
* This is required in addition to setting the fuel selector
knob to the correct fuel for the generator to function
properly.
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