Power Tech Generators PT-10KSIC Operation & Maintenance Manual

Power Tech Generators PT-10KSIC Operation & Maintenance Manual

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  • Page 2 WARNING: Breathing diesel engine exhaust exposes you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.  Always start and operate the engine in a well-ventilated area.  If in an enclosed area, vent the exhaust to the outside. ...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents ............................3 Foreword ............................... 5 Safety ................................6 Safety Notes .............................. 6 Operating Safety ............................7 Accidental Start-up ..........................7 Moving Parts ............................8 Fire ................................ 8 Engine Exhaust ............................. 9 Voltage Hazard............................ 10 Burn Hazard ............................11 Information ..............................
  • Page 4 Checking the Engine Oil Level ......................24 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ..................... 25 Cooling System Maintenance ......................... 26 Coolant Specifications ......................... 26 Checking the Coolant .......................... 27 Changing the Coolant ......................... 28 Cleaning the Radiator Core ......................... 29 Fuel System Maintenance ........................
  • Page 5: Foreword

    Thank you for your purchase of a Power Tech generator set. It is engineered to the utmost quality standards, manufactured in a strict quality control environment, and will assure you a long, satisfactory service. To have the best performance from your Power Tech generator, please fully read and understand this manual.
  • Page 6: Safety

    AFETY OTES This symbol indicates a safety alert. It is used to indicate potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury and death. This manual has several types of safety precautions and instructions: DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, NOTICE, and Note.
  • Page 7: Operating Safety

    PERATING AFETY Before operating this generator, be sure to read and understand all instructions. This generator set has been designed for safe operation in a specific application. DO NOT modify or use this generator set for any application other than that it has been designed for. Improper usage can cause damage, injury, or death.
  • Page 8: Moving Parts

    Moving Parts DANGER Moving Parts. Will cause severe injury or death. While in operation, there may be exposed moving parts.  DO NOT wear loose, torn, or bulky clothing around the generator set.  Be sure all guards and shields are in place before operating the generator set. ...
  • Page 9: Engine Exhaust

    Engine Exhaust WARNING Carbon Monoxide Can cause severe nausea, fainting, or death. During operation, the generator set will release engine exhaust into the surrounding atmosphere. This exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless, tasteless, nonirritating gas. The inhalation of carbon monoxide, even for a short period, can result in death. To reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning: ...
  • Page 10: Voltage Hazard

    Voltage Hazard DANGER Hazardous Voltage Will cause severe injury or death. Whenever electricity is present, there is an electrocution risk. Following proper safety procedures can reduce the risk of electrocution.  When connecting the generator set, be sure to follow any local, state, and National Electric Code (NEC) guidelines.
  • Page 11: Burn Hazard

    Burn Hazard WARNING WARNING Hot Engine and Exhaust System Hot Coolant and Steam Can cause severe injury or death. Can cause severe injury or death. During operation, some components of the generator set can become extremely hot. These parts include, but are not limited to, the engine, exhaust manifold and piping, muffler, generator end, and voltage regulator.
  • Page 12: Information

    Approx. 4.5 Qts (4.3 L) Cooling System Capacity Approx. 6.5 Qts (6.1 L) GENERATOR Brushless with Automatic Voltage Generator Type Regulator 10000W @ 60Hz PT-10KSIC 8300W @ 50Hz (Optional) Generator Output (Continuous Prime) 12000W @ 60Hz PT-12KSIC 10000W @ 50Hz (Optional) MAINTENANCE PARTS...
  • Page 13: Component Locations

    OMPONENT OCATIONS Page 13 of 41...
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  • Page 16: The Ptg Series Controller

    NTRODUCTION This generator set is equipped with Power Tech’s advanced PTG series electronic generator controller. The PTG series controller provides manual and remote starting capability, as well as, other options such as auto start on low battery and generator exercising. In addition to starting and shutting down the generator set, the PTG controller monitors and displays engine and generator parameters, such as, operating hours, engine speed, engine temperature, oil pressure, battery voltage, generator voltage and frequency.
  • Page 17: Led Status Light

    LED Status Light In addition to the LCD Display, the PTG series controller also has a Status LED on the front face. The Status LED color changes to show the status of the generator set.  Green = Engine running with no issues ...
  • Page 18: Modes

    Modes The following table describes the different operating modes of the controller: Mode / State Description When in the OFF mode, the generator set is shutdown and cannot be remotely started. The generator set can be started manually from the local controller.
  • Page 19: Event History

     Oil Pressure  Engine Hours (Total running time)  Running Time (Current running time)  Engine Speed  AC Frequency  Genset Voltage Event History The PTG series controller is capable of storing up to 150 events in the Event History. Events range from starting and stopping to warnings and failures.
  • Page 20: Operating The Generator Set

    TART To ensure proper and reliable operation, always inspect the generator set daily and prior to each startup.  Verify that the engine oil level is at the correct level. Add if necessary.  Verify that the coolant is at the correct level. Add if necessary. ...
  • Page 21: Remote And Auto Starting The Generator Set

    EMOTE AND TARTING THE ENERATOR If desired, the generator set is capable of being started either manually from a remote panel or automatically via an external signal from a transfer switch or other device. The following steps are used to set up the controller to accept an external start signal. Ensure the Pre-Start checks above have been completed before putting the generator set into AUTO mode.
  • Page 22 For the longest life and reliable operation, it is important that the generator set is maintained periodically according to the factory’s specifications. Maintenance should be performed in a safe and environmentally friendly manner. Before servicing this generator, be sure to read and understand all instructions. This generator set has been designed for safe operation in a specific application.
  • Page 23: Maintenance

    AINTENANCE CHEDULE 1000 Maintenance Service Item Daily Remarks notes Hours Hours Hours  Check Engine Oil Level      Check Coolant Level      Check for Oil, Fuel, and Oil     ...
  • Page 24: Engine Oil Maintenance

    NGINE AINTENANCE High quality engine oil is crucial to reliable operation and increased life expectancy of the generator set. Engine oil provides lubrication and cooling to the internal components of the engine. Lubricating Oil Specifications It is important to use a high quality, multi-grade engine oil designed for diesel engines. Engine oil should meet API classification of CF or higher.
  • Page 25: Changing The Engine Oil And Filter

    1. Shut down the generator set and put it in OFF mode. 2. Ensure the generator set is on a level surface. If the generator set is on a grade, the oil level measurement may be incorrect. 3. Allow the generator set to sit for at least 5 minutes to allow the generator set to cool and allow oil to flow back to the oil pan.
  • Page 26: Cooling System Maintenance

     Close the drain valve by rotating the lever back to the closed position making sure the lever snaps back down into the detent. 5. Using a filter wrench, remove the old oil filter. Ensure the oil filter gasket does not remain. 6.
  • Page 27: Checking The Coolant

    Checking the Coolant WARNING WARNING DANGER Hot Coolant and Steam Hot Engine and Exhaust System Moving Parts. Can cause severe injury Can cause severe injury or Will cause severe injury or or death. death. death. During operation, some parts of the generator set can become extremely hot. To avoid burns, allow the engine to cool sufficiently before checking the coolant level.
  • Page 28: Changing The Coolant

    Changing the Coolant WARNING WARNING DANGER Hot Coolant and Steam Hot Engine and Exhaust System Moving Parts. Can cause severe injury Can cause severe injury or Will cause severe injury or or death. death. death. During operation, some parts of the generator set can become extremely hot. To avoid burns, allow the engine to cool sufficiently before changing the coolant.
  • Page 29: Cleaning The Radiator Core

    Cleaning the Radiator Core DANGER WARNING Hot Engine and Exhaust System Moving Parts. Can cause severe injury or death. Will cause severe injury or death. During operation, some parts of the generator set can become extremely hot. To avoid burns, allow the engine to cool sufficiently before cleaning the radiator core. Always stop the engine before cleaning the radiator core.
  • Page 30: Fuel System Maintenance

    YSTEM AINTENANCE The fuel system pulls diesel fuel from the fuel tank, filters out water and other contaminants, then conveys it to the engine for combustion. Unused fuel is returned to the fuel tank through a return line. To prevent engine damage and excess wear, the use of proper fuels and proper fuel system maintenance is required.
  • Page 31: Bleeding The Fuel System

    Bleeding the Fuel System DANGER WARNING Hot Engine and Exhaust System Moving Parts. Can cause severe injury or death. Will cause severe injury or death. During operation, some parts of the generator set can become extremely hot. To avoid burns, allow the engine to cool sufficiently before bleeding the fuel system. Always stop the engine before bleeding the fuel system.
  • Page 32: Changing The Fuel Filters

    Changing the Fuel Filters DANGER WARNING Hot Engine and Exhaust System Moving Parts. Can cause severe injury or death. Will cause severe injury or death. During operation, some parts of the generator set can become extremely hot. To avoid burns, allow the engine to cool sufficiently before changing the fuel filters. Always stop the engine before changing the fuel filters.
  • Page 33 9. Screw the hose barb on to the filter and tighten. DO NOT over tighten. 10. Screw the filter and hose barb assembly on to the inlet side of the pump and tighten. DO NOT over tighten. 11. Inspect fuel hose and clamp. Replace if necessary. 12.
  • Page 34: Air Intake System Maintenance

    NTAKE YSTEM AINTENANCE The air intake system pulls in outside air, filters out contaminants, and supplies it to the engine for combustion. Changing of the intake air filter is required to prevent engine damage and excess wear. Changing the Intake Air Filter DANGER WARNING Hot Engine and Exhaust System...
  • Page 35: Service Log

    This service log is provided to assist you in keeping track of services performed on the generator set. Date Hours Service Performed Page 35 of 41...
  • Page 36: Basic Troubleshooting

    TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED ACTION Put controller in AUTO mode by Controller is not in AUTO mode pressing the AUTO (A) button on the local controller Generator will not start from Remote connection plug is not Check remote control plug is remote panel or other external connected plugged in...
  • Page 37: Wiring Diagrams

    120/240 VAC – A T AS440 AVR ENERATOR ND WITH Page 37 of 41...
  • Page 38: 120Vac Only- Ce Type Generator End With Vr3.1B Avr

    120VAC O – CE T VR3.1B AVR ENERATOR ND WITH Page 38 of 41...
  • Page 39: 120/240Vac - Ce Type Generator End With Vr3.1B Avr

    120/240VAC – CE T VR3.1B AVR ENERATOR ND WITH Page 39 of 41...
  • Page 40: Control Wiring With Ptg350 Controller

    PTG350 C ONTROL IRING WITH ONTROLLER Page 40 of 41...
  • Page 41: Revisions

    Revision Date Initial Release 2/5/2020 Page 41 of 41...

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