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- Page 1 Owner’s Manual 50 Hz Air-Cooled Generator Sets 8 kVA to 13 kVA Original Instructions This product is not intended to be used in a critical life support application. ISO000209b Register your Generac product at: www.activategen.com 1-262-953-5155 SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE...
- Page 2 Use this page to record important information about this generator set. Record the information found on your unit data label on this page. See General Information for the location of the unit Model: data label. The unit has a label plate affixed to the inside partition, to the left of the control panel console as shown in Figure 2-1.
- Page 3 S45 W29290 Hwy 59 Waukesha, WI 53189 USA Generac Power Systems, Inc. hereby declares that the machinery described below fulfils all the relevant provisions of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC. The Machinery also conforms to the relevant provisions of Outdoor Noise Directive 2000/14/EC (as amended by Directive 2005/88/EC) Notified body: SNCH, 2a, Kalchesbruck L –...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Section 1: Safety Information Manual Transfer Operation ........23 Transfer to Generator Set Power Source ....23 Introduction ..............1 Transfer to Mains Power Source .......23 Read This Manual Thoroughly ........1 Automatic Transfer Operation ........24 Safety Messages ............1 Automatic Sequence of Operation ......24 Safety and Informational Decals ........2 Mains (Utility) Power Failure ........24 General Safety ..............5... - Page 6 Table of Contents This page intentionally left blank. Owner’s Manual for 50 Hz Air-Cooled Generator Sets...
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Page 7: Section 1: Safety Information
Safety Information Section 1: Safety Information Introduction Safety Messages Thank you for purchasing this compact, high perfor- The manufacturer cannot anticipate every possible cir- mance, air-cooled, engine-driven generator set. It is cumstance that might involve a hazard. The alerts in this designed to automatically supply electrical power to oper- manual, and on tags and decals affixed to the unit, are ate critical loads during a mains (utility) power failure. -
Page 8: Safety And Informational Decals
Safety Information Safety and Informational Decals This unit is equipped with safety and informational decals displaying pictorial symbols. These symbols and decals are described below. Locations are identified in Figure 1-1. Contact an IASD for a replacement if a decal is missing, dam- aged, or illegible. - Page 9 Safety Information • Activation Activate the generator set before putting the unit into operation. • Read the manual for details. WWW.ACTIVATEGEN.COM • No User Serviceable Electricity is present at various locations inside this Parts enclosure. • This equipment is designed for automatic operation and may start at any time.
- Page 10 Safety Information 005771 Figure 1-1. Safety Decals Owner’s Manual for 50 Hz Air-Cooled Generator Sets...
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Page 11: General Safety
Safety Information General Safety Comply with regulations the local Hot surface. Keep equipment away from agency for workplace health and combustible materials during operation. Do not safety has established. touch hot surfaces when operating equipment. After equipment shutdown, allow sufficient time ISO000538 for surfaces to cool prior to contact. -
Page 12: Installation
Safety Information Installation Installation must comply with all national and local electrical building Installation must always comply with codes. applicable codes, standards, laws, and regulations. ISO000218 ISO000190 Unit must be positioned in a manner that prevents combustible material Only a trained and licensed electrician accumulation underneath. -
Page 13: Operation
Safety Information Operation Do not wear jewelry when starting or This product is not intended to operating this product. be used in a critical life support application. ISO000115 ISO000209b Maintenance Hot surface. Keep equipment away from combustible materials during operation. Do not Batteries contain sulfuric acid and can touch hot surfaces when operating equipment. - Page 14 Safety Information Disconnect the negative battery cable, then the positive battery cable, when working on unit. ISO000130 Disconnect battery ground terminal before working on battery or battery wires. ISO000164 Always recycle batteries at an official recycling center in accordance with all local laws and regulations.
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Page 15: Hot Surfaces
Safety Information Hot Surfaces The enclosure provides protection against hot surfaces inside the generator set. Hot surfaces may be present if the generator set has been operating under a large load. Do not open the generator set enclosure while the generator set is running. ISO000533 The generator set enclosure provides protection against hot surfaces inside the enclosure. - Page 16 Safety Information This page intentionally left blank. Owner’s Manual for 50 Hz Air-Cooled Generator Sets...
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Page 17: Section 2: General Information
General Information Section 2: General Information Generator Set Components 005622 Figure 2-1. Components and Control Locations Lock with cover Oil drain Status LED indicators Sediment trap Main line circuit breaker Composite base Oil filter Fuel regulator (generator set disconnect) Airbox with air cleaner Exhaust enclosure Oil fill cap Fuel inlet... -
Page 18: Data Decals
General Information Data Decals Two decals on the generator set provide information about the unit itself and the required fuel inlet pressure for correct operation. Model Data Decal Model Number Serial Number Item Number Production Date Volts Number of Phases Liquid Propane Vapor Amperage Frequency Natural Gas Amperage... -
Page 19: Specifications
General Information Specifications Generator Set Model 8 kVA 10 kVA 13 kVA Rated voltage Alternate voltage 230/240 Rated maximum load current (amps) at rated 36.4 45.5 59.1 voltage* Maximum load current (amps) at alternate 34.8 / 33.3 43.5 / 41.7 56.5 / 54.2 voltage* Main line circuit breaker... -
Page 20: Engine
General Information Engine Model 8 kVA 10 kVA / 13 kVA Engine model G-Force 500 Series G-Force 1000 Series Number of cylinders Displacement 530 cc 999 cc Cylinder block Aluminum w/ cast iron sleeve Recommended spark plug Replacement Parts Spark plug gap 0.76 mm (0.030 in) 1.02 mm (0.040 in) Valve clearance... -
Page 21: Fuel Requirements
General Information Fuel Requirements The engine has been fitted with a dual fuel carburetion system. The unit will run on NG or LP gas (vapor), but it has been factory set to run on NG. The fuel system will be configured for the available fuel source during installa- tion. -
Page 22: Replacement Parts
General Information Replacement Parts Description 8 kVA 10 kVA 13 kVA 26R Exide battery 0H3421S 0E9368 0G0767A Spark plug (RL87YC or equivalent) (RC12YC or equivalent) Oil filter 070185E Air filter 0E9371A 0J8478 Control panel fuse 0D7178T Accessories NOTE: Performance enhancing accessories are available for air-cooled generator sets. Contact an IASD or visit www.generac.com for additional information on replacement parts, accessories, and extended warranties. -
Page 23: Section 3: Operation
Operation Section 3: Operation Site Prep Verification Generator Set Main Line Circuit Breaker (Generator Set Disconnect) The generator set must be installed so airflow into and out This is a 2-pole main line circuit breaker (MLCB) (genera- of the generator set is not impeded. tor set disconnect) rated according to relevant specifica- Mechanical and gravity outdoor intake openings for air tions. -
Page 24: Led Indicator Lights
Operation LED Indicator Lights Figure 3-3. Three LEDs are visible behind a translu- cent lens on the generator set side panel. These LEDs indicate the operating status of the generator set. 001798 Figure 3-4. Generator Set Control Panel 005626 All appropriate panels must be in place during any opera- 005626 tion of the generator set. -
Page 25: Interface Menu Displays
Operation Interface Menu Displays The LCD Panel Feature Description Default page displayed if no buttons are pressed for 60 seconds. Normally shows current status message and the current date and time. The highest priority active alarm/ warning is automatically posted on this page, HOME as well as flashing the backlight when such a page... -
Page 26: Menu System Navigation
Operation Menu System Navigation To get to the MENU, use the ESCAPE button from any page. If needed, press ESCAPE button several times to reach ↑ ↓ MENU page. Navigate to desired menu by using buttons. Press ENTER button when desired menu is displayed and flashing. - Page 27 Operation Figure 3-6. Navigation Menu Owner’s Manual for 50 Hz Air-Cooled Generator Sets...
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Page 28: Setting The Exercise Timer
Operation Setting the Exercise Timer Emergency Stop This generator set is equipped with a configurable exer- All generator sets are equipped with an emergency stop cise timer. There are two settings for the exercise timer: device. This device is intended to be used in emergency circumstances where the generator set must be shut Day/Time: Generator set will start and exercise for the down immediately to avoid harm. -
Page 29: Exercise
Operation Exercise 7. Set generator set MLCB (generator set disconnect) to ON (CLOSED). The loads are now powered by • Will not exercise if generator set is already running the standby generator set. in either AUTO or MANUAL mode. • During exercise, controller will only transfer if Transfer to Mains Power Source mains power fails during exercise for 10 seconds... -
Page 30: Automatic Transfer Operation
Operation Automatic Transfer Operation Cleaning Cycle If some condition impedes normal voltage creation, such Proceed as follows to select automatic operation: as frost crystals or dust/dirt preventing a good electrical 1. Verify generator set is not running. connection, the start sequence will be interrupted for a 2. - Page 31 Operation 4. Open lid and reset emergency stop alarm on con- trol panel. 5. Set generator set MLCB (generator set disconnect) to OFF (OPEN). 6. Remove 7.5 amp fuse from control panel. To turn generator set back ON: 1. Install 7.5 amp fuse in control panel. 2.
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Page 33: Section 4: Maintenance
Regular maintenance will improve performance and lifting it straight up and out once the lid is open. extend engine/equipment life. Generac Power Systems, Always lift the front access panel straight up before pull- Inc. recommends all maintenance work be performed by ing it away from the enclosure. -
Page 34: Remove Intake Side Panel
Maintenance Performing Scheduled Maintenance Remove Intake Side Panel Figure 4-2. The intake side panel (C) must be It is important to perform maintenance as specified in the removed to access the battery compartment, fuel regula- Service Schedule for correct generator set operation. tor, and sediment trap. -
Page 35: Service Schedule
Maintenance Service Schedule Schedule A Schedule B Daily If Running Every Two Every Four Service Continuously Yearly Years Years or Before Each Use or 200 Hours or 400 Hours Inspect enclosure louvers for dirt and debris * ● Inspect lines and connections for fuel or oil leaks ●... -
Page 36: Maintenance Log
Maintenance Maintenance Log Battery inspection and charge check Dates Performed: Oil, oil filter, air filter, and spark plug replacement Dates Performed: Valve Adjustment Dates Performed: Checking Engine Oil Level 3. Completely insert oil dipstick into oil dipstick tube and remove it. 4. -
Page 37: Changing The Oil And Oil Filter
Maintenance Changing the Oil and Oil Filter Servicing the Air Cleaner Proceed as follows to change the oil and oil filter: Proceed as follows to service air cleaner: 1. Open enclosure lid and press MANUAL button on 1. Perform “To turn the generator set OFF” in Gener- the controller to start engine, and run it until it is ator Set Enable/Disable Procedure... -
Page 38: Checking And Adjusting Valve Clearance
Maintenance 6. See Figure 4-5. Verify spark plug gap using a wire 6. Remove the four screws attaching one valve cover feeler gauge. Replace spark plug(s) if spark plug using a 10 mm socket wrench. Remove and dis- gap is out of specification. See Specifications. card gasket. -
Page 39: Adjusting Valve Clearance
Maintenance Adjusting Valve Clearance 19. Perform “To turn the generator set back ON” in Generator Set Enable/Disable Procedure. Proceed as follows to adjust the valve clearance: 1. Perform “To turn the generator set OFF” in Gener- Battery Maintenance ator Set Enable/Disable Procedure. -
Page 40: Inspecting The Battery
Maintenance 4. See Figure 4-8. Inspect battery posts and cables for tightness and corrosion. Tighten and clean as necessary. Always recycle batteries at an official recycling center in accordance with all local laws and regulations. ISO000228 • Do not place tools or metallic objects on top of bat- tery. -
Page 41: Attention After Submersion
Maintenance Remove From, and Return To Service Remove From Service Disconnect the negative battery cable, then the positive battery cable, when working on unit. ISO000130 If unit cannot be exercised monthly, at a minimum, and 001821 will be out of service longer than 90 days, proceed as fol- Figure 4-9. -
Page 42: Decommissioning
Maintenance 4. Verify 7.5A fuse is removed from generator set controller. 5. Connect battery. Observe battery polarity. Damage may occur if battery is connected incorrectly. Install positive battery cable first. 6. Connect battery charger AC input T1/T2 cable (white sleeve) at controller. 7. -
Page 43: Section 5: Troubleshooting / Quick Reference Guide
Troubleshooting / Quick Reference Guide Section 5: Troubleshooting / Quick Reference Guide Generator Set Troubleshooting Problem Cause Correction Blown fuse. Correct short circuit condition by replacing 7.5A fuse in generator set control panel. Contact an IASD if fuse continues to blow. Loose, corroded, or faulty battery cables. - Page 44 Troubleshooting / Quick Reference Guide Problem Cause Correction Generator set MLCB (generator set disconnect) Set generator set MLCB (generator set disconnect) to is OFF (OPEN). ON (CLOSED). Faulty transfer switch coil. No transfer to Faulty transfer relay. standby after mains Contact an IASD for assistance.
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Page 45: Quick Reference Guide
Troubleshooting / Quick Reference Guide Quick Reference Guide To clear an active alarm, press OFF button and then ENTER button on controller. Then press the AUTO mode button. If the alarm reoccurs, contact an IASD. Active Alarm Problem Action Solution Check generator set FLASHING Unit running in AUTO but... - Page 46 Troubleshooting / Quick Reference Guide Active Alarm Problem Action Solution Unit will not start in AUTO Check LEDs / screen OVERVOLTAGE Contact an IASD. with mains power loss. for alarms. EMERGENCY Unit will not start in AUTO Check screen for Verify emergency stop button is STOP with mains power loss.
- Page 48 Generac Power Systems, Inc. ©2021 Generac Power Systems, Inc. S45 W29290 Hwy. 59 All rights reserved. Waukesha, WI 53189 Specifications are subject to change without notice. 1-262-544-4811 No reproduction allowed in any form without prior written www.generac.com consent from Generac Power Systems, Inc.
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