This prepares them if they need to operate the equipment in an emergency. This manual contains pertinent owner’s information, including warranty, electrical diagrams, exploded views and lists of repair parts, for three different Carrier models: • ASPAS1CCA007 GH-410 Engine •...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Carrier Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – The manufacturer suggests that these rules for safe operation be copied and posted near the unit’s installation site. Safety should be stressed to all operators and potential operators of this equipment.
• Keep a fire extinguisher near the generator at all times. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Carrier Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators Extinguishers rated “ABC” by the National Fire Protection Association are appropriate for use on the standby electric system.
Section 1 — General Information Carrier Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators DANGER Only qualified electricians or contractors should attempt such installations, which must comply strictly with applicable codes, standards and regulations. UNPACKING/INSPECTION After unpacking, carefully inspect for damage.
Section 1 — General Information Carrier Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators SPECIFICATIONS 1.5.1 GENERATOR Model Rated Max. Continuous Power Capacity (Watts*) Rated Voltage Rated Max. Continuous Load Current (Amps) 120 Volts** 240 Volts Main Line Circuit Breaker...
Section 1 — General Information Carrier Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators ◆ • Install the unit where air inlet and outlet openings will • Install the generator on high ground where water •...
Section 1 — General Information Carrier Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators 1.10 BATTERY INSTALLATION Fill the battery with the proper electrolyte fluid if necessary and have the battery fully charged before installing it. Before installing and connecting the battery, complete the following steps: 1.
“General Hazards” (page 2). Section 2 — Operation Carrier Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators 12. Drain the oil and remove the oil filter. Replace the oil filter according to Section 3.4, “Changing the Oil Filter”.
Section 2 — Operation Carrier Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators AUTOMATIC TRANSFER OPERATION To select automatic operation, do the following: 1. Make sure the transfer switch main contacts are set to their UTILITY position, i.e., loads connected to the utility power source (Figure 2.2).
7. Set the generator’s main circuit breaker to its ON (or closed) position. The standby power source now powers the loads. Carrier Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators 2.5.2 TRANSFER BACK TO UTILITY POWER When utility power has been restored, transfer back to that source and shut down the generator.
Section 2 — Operation Carrier Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators NOTE: The exerciser will only work in the AUTO mode and will not work unless this procedure is performed. The exerciser will need to be reset every time the 12-volt battery is disconnected and then reconnected.
Figure 3.2 — Oil Dipstick and Fill, 7 kW Oil Dipstick and Fill Section 3 — Maintenance Carrier Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators SYSTEM SET LOW OIL HIGH TEMP.
The following procedures are to be observed: Section 3 — Maintenance Carrier Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators • Wear full eye protection and protective clothing; • Where electrolyte contacts the skin, wash it off immediately with water;...
Section 3 — Maintenance Carrier Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators MAINTENENANCE Figure 3.8 – Cooling Vent Locations The exhaust from this product gets extremely hot and remains hot after shutdown. High grass, weeds, brush, leaves, etc. must remain clear of the exhaust.
ENGINE AND MOUNTING Air cleaner Spark plug(s) GENERAL CONDITION Vibration, Noise, Leakage, Temperature* COMPLETE TUNE-UP* Section 4 — Service Schedule Carrier Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators PROCEDURE Inspect Change TO BE COMPLETED BY A CARRIER DEALER SERVICE FREQUENCY...
Section 5 — Troubleshooting Carrier Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM The engine will not crank. The engine cranks but will not start. The engine starts hard and runs rough. The Auto/Off/Manual switch is set to OFF, but the engine continues to run.
For a period of two years from the date of original sale, warrants that its generator will be free from defects in material and workmanship for the items and period set forth below. Carrier will, at its option, repair or replace any part which, upon examination, inspection and testing by a Carrier Dealer, is found to be defective.
Owner’s Manual. For warranty purposes, Generac recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your engine. However, Carrier cannot deny warranty solely due to the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the completion of all scheduled maintenance.
Such use voids this ECS Warranty and shall be sufficient grounds for disallowing an ECS Warranty claim. Generac shall not be held liable hereunder for failures of any warranted parts of a Carrier engine caused by the use of such an unapproved, add-on, modified, counterfeit and/or “grey market”...
Page 24
PART NO. 0F6902 CATALOG NO. OMASPAS07-2 REV. * (6/01/05) PRINTED IN U.S.A.