8kw to 20kw automatic standby generator (36 pages)
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Owner’s Manual 60 Hz Air-Cooled Generators 9 kW to 22 kW 000918 WARNING This product is not intended to be used in a critical life support application. Failure to adhere to this warning could result in death or serious injury.
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Use this page to record important information about your 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.
Table of Contents Section 1: Safety Rules & General Setting the Exercise Timer ....... 16 Information Battery Charger ..........16 Introduction ............1 Manual Transfer Operation ....... 17 Read This Manual Thoroughly ........1 Transfer to Generator Power Source ......17 How to Obtain Service ..........1 Transfer to Utility Power Source ........18 Safety Rules ............1 Automatic Transfer Operation ......
Safety Rules & General Information Section 1: Safety Rules & General Information Introduction CAUTION Thank purchasing this compact, high Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, performance, air-cooled, engine-driven generator. It is could result in minor or moderate injury. designed to automatically supply electrical power to operate critical loads during a utility power failure.
Safety Rules & General Information General Hazards WARNING DANGER Moving Parts. Do not wear jewelry when starting or operating this product. Wearing Loss of life. Property damage. Installation must always jewelry while starting or operating this product comply with applicable codes, standards, laws and could result in death or serious injury.
Safety Rules & General Information Exhaust Hazards DANGER DANGER Electrocution. Do not wear jewelry while Asphyxiation. Running engines produce working on this equipment. Doing so will carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, result in death or serious injury. poisonous gas. Carbon monoxide, if not (000188) avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Safety Rules & General Information Fire Hazards Explosion Hazards DANGER WARNING Fire hazard. Do not obstruct cooling and ventilating airflow around the generator. Inadequate ventilation could result in fire hazard, possible equipment damage, death or serious injury. (000217) (000192) DANGER WARNING Connection of fuel source must be done by a qualified Fire and explosion.
General Information Section 2: General Information The Generator 001818 Figure 2-1. 9kW—Components and Control Locations Lock with Cover Exhaust Enclosure Oil Filter Fuel Regulator Main Line Circuit Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick Oil Drain Hose Fuel Inlet Breaker (Generator Disconnect) Control Panel Status LED Indicators Composite Base Data Plate Location...
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General Information 001786 Figure 2-2. 11kW–22kW—Components and Control Locations Lock with Cover Battery Compartment Oil Fill Cap Sediment Trap (Battery not supplied) Main Line Circuit Exhaust Enclosure Oil Filter Fuel Regulator Breaker (Generator Disconnect) Airbox with Air Cleaner Status LED Indicators Composite Base Fuel Inlet Control Panel...
General Information Specifications Generator Model 9 kW 11 kW 16 kW 20 kW 22 kW Rated Voltage Rated Maximum Load Current (Amps) at Rated 37.5 45.8 66.6 83.3 91.7 Voltage with LP* Main Line Circuit Breaker 40 Amp 50 Amp...
General Information Protection Systems The Emission Control System code is EM (Engine Modification). The Emission Control System on this The generator may need to run for long periods of time generator consists of the following: with no operator present to monitor the engine/generator System Components conditions.
General Information Activating the Generator The generator should be activated upon initial start-up. See the installation manual for complete instructions. Replacement Parts Description 9 kW 11 kW 16 kW 20 kW 22 kW 26R Exide Battery 0H3421S 0G0767B 0E9368 0G0767A...
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Operation Section 3: Operation Site Prep Verification Generator Enclosure The lid will be locked. A set of keys is attached to the The generator must be installed so that airflow into and intake side of the generator. out of the generator is not impeded. Verify that all shrubs or tall grasses within 3 ft (0.91 m) of the intake and 1.
Operation Intake Side Panel Removal 3. Lift the intake panel up and away from the generator. Figure 3-2. The intake side panel (A) must be NOTE: Always lift the intake side panel straight up removed to access the battery compartment, fuel before pulling away from enclosure.
Operation Control Panel Interface Interface Menu Displays Figure 3-5. The control panel interface (A) is located The LCD Panel under the lid of the enclosure. Verify that both the left and right side locks are unlocked before attempting to lift the lid of the enclosure.
Operation Menu System Navigation To get to the MENU, use the ESCAPE button from any page. You may need to press the ESCAPE button several times ↑ ↓ before reaching the MENU page. Navigate to the desired menu by using the buttons.
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Operation Current Date/Time UP ARROW = 02/14/16 07:40 DOWN ARROW = ENTER Run Hours (H) ENTER MAINT: Run Hrs ENTER Maint. Log Scheduled DEALER Access Requires Password ENTER ENTER - 1 thru 50 + EXAMPLE: "Battery Maintained" Inspect Battery 200 RnHr or 12/27/16 "Schedule A Serviced"...
Operation Manual Transfer Operation 7. Set the MLCB (generator disconnect) to ON (CLOSED). The standby power source now powers the loads. DANGER Electrocution. Do not manually transfer under load. Disconnect transfer switch from all power sources prior to manual transfer. Failure to do so will result in death or serious injury, and equipment damage.
The system will control the cyclic cranking as follows: 8. Return the MLCB (generator disconnect) to ON • 9 kW Unit: five cranking cycles as follows: 15 (CLOSED). seconds cranking, 7 seconds resting, followed by four additional cycles of 7 seconds cranking Automatic Transfer Operation followed by 7 seconds resting.
Operation Shutting Generator Down While Cold Smart Start Under Load Or During An The Cold Smart Start feature is enabled at the factory, but can be disabled in the EDIT menu. The generator will Extended Outage monitor ambient temperature when Cold Smart Start is Proceed as follows to turn the generator off during utility enabled.
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Section 4: Maintenance Maintenance Performing Scheduled Maintenance Regular maintenance will improve performance and extend engine/equipment life. Generac Power Systems, It is important to perform maintenance as specified in the Inc. recommends that all maintenance work be Service Schedule for proper generator operation.
Maintenance Service Schedule Schedule A Schedule B Daily If Running Continuously Every Service Every Two Years Every Four Years or Before Each Use Year or 200 Hours or 400 Hours ● Check enclosure louvers for dirt and debris * ● Check lines and connections for fuel or oil leaks ●...
Maintenance Checking Engine Oil Level Engine Oil Requirements To maintain the product warranty, the engine oil should WARNING be serviced in accordance with the recommendations of this manual. your convenience, Generac Risk of burns. Allow engine to cool before Maintenance Kits are available that include engine oil, oil draining oil or coolant.
Check the valve clearance after the first 25 hours of 001812 operation, then after 400 hour intervals. Adjust if Figure 4-7. Valve Clearance Adjustment (9 kW) necessary. Important: Please contact an IASD for service assistance. Proper valve clearance is essential for prolonging the life of the engine.
6. Turn the pivot ball stud (D) using a 14 mm wrench cables for tightness and corrosion. Tighten and (9 kW units), 8 mm wrench (11 kW units), or 10 mm clean as necessary. Allen wrench (16-22 kW units) while checking clearance between the rocker arm (E) and the valve stem (F) with a feeler gauge.
Maintenance • DO NOT smoke when near the battery. WARNING • DO NOT cause flame or spark in the battery area. Electrical shock. Disconnect battery ground • Discharge static electricity from the body before terminal before working on battery or battery touching the battery by first touching a grounded wires.
Maintenance be any electrical problems during generator operation or 11. Remove the battery and store it in a cool, dry room when utility power is returned. on a wooden board. 12. Clean and wipe down the entire generator. Corrosion Protection Return to Service Regular scheduled maintenance should be conducted to Proceed as follows to return the unit to service after...
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Troubleshooting / Quick Reference Guide Section 5: Troubleshooting / Quick Reference Guide Generator Troubleshooting Problem Cause Correction Engine will not 1. Blown fuse. 1. Correct short circuit condition by replacing 7.5 crank. amp fuse in generator control panel. Contact an Independent Authorized Service Dealer (IASD) if fuse continues to blow.
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Troubleshooting / Quick Reference Guide Quick Reference Guide To clear an active alarm, press the OFF button, the ENTER button, and then press AUTO. If the alarm reoccurs, contact an IASD. Active Alarm Problem Things to Check Solution Unit running in AUTO but NONE GREEN Check MLCB.
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Troubleshooting / Quick Reference Guide Active Alarm Problem Things to Check Solution Unit will not start in Check the LEDs / MISWIRE Contact an IASD. AUTO with utility loss. screen for alarms. Unit will not start in Check the LEDs / OVERVOLTAGE Contact an IASD.
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