Table Of Contents - Generac Power Systems 15 kW EcoGen Owner's Manual

Section 1: Safety Rules & General
Information
Introduction ..........................................................1
Read This Manual Thoroughly ....................................1
Safety Alerts .........................................................1
How to Obtain Service .................................................1
Safety Rules .........................................................2
General Hazards .........................................................2
Exhaust Hazards .........................................................3
Electrical Hazards .......................................................3
Fire Hazards ................................................................4
Explosion Hazards ......................................................4
Section 2: General Information
EcoGen Operating Principle ...............................5
Benefits .......................................................................5
How It Works ...............................................................5
Startup .........................................................................5
Normal Running ..........................................................5
Small Load Changes ...................................................5
Large Load (Not Overload) ..........................................5
Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR) Cooling Fans ......5
The Generator ......................................................6
Specifications ......................................................7
Generator ....................................................................7
Engine .........................................................................7
Protection Systems .............................................8
Emission Information ..........................................8
Fuel Requirements ..............................................8
Battery Requirements .........................................8
Battery Charger ....................................................8
Engine Oil Requirements ....................................8
Activating the Generator .....................................9
Replacement Parts ..............................................9
Accessories ..........................................................9
Section 3: Operation
Site Prep Verification .........................................11
Generator Enclosure .........................................11
Opening the Lid .........................................................11
Owner's Manual for 60 Hz EcoGen™ Generators

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Intake Side Panel Removal .......................................12
Main Line Circuit Breaker (Generator Disconnect) ....12
LED Indicator Lights ..................................................12
Control Panel Interface ..................................... 13
USB Port for Firmware Updates ................................13
Using the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL Interface ........ 13
Interface Menu Displays ................................... 13
The LCD Panel ..........................................................13
Menu System Navigation ..........................................14
Battery Charger ................................................. 16
Automatic Sequence of
Operation ........................................................... 16
Cranking ....................................................................16
Cold Smart Start ........................................................16
Shutting Generator Down While Under Load Or
During An Extended Run .................................. 16
To turn the generator OFF (while running in AUTO and
online): ......................................................................16
To turn the generator back ON: .................................16
Section 4: Maintenance
Maintenance ....................................................... 23
Preparing for Maintenance ............................... 23
Performing Scheduled Maintenance ............... 23
Maintenance Log ............................................... 24
Checking Engine Oil Level ............................... 25
Engine Oil Requirements ..........................................25
Changing the Oil and Oil Filter ......................... 26
EcoGen Oil System Drain Pump Kit Parts List ..........26
EcoGen Oil System Drain Pump Assembly ..............26
EcoGen Oil Change Procedure .................................27
Replacing the Engine Air Filter ........................ 28
Replacing the AVR Filter .................................. 28
Maintaining the Spark Plugs ............................ 29
Valve Clearance Adjustment ............................ 29
Check Valve Clearance .............................................29
Adjust Valve Clearance .............................................30
Battery Maintenance ......................................... 31
Cleaning the Sediment Trap ............................. 31
Attention After Submersion ............................. 32
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