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

Section 1: Safety Information
Introduction ..........................................................1
Read This Manual Thoroughly ....................................1
Safety Rules .........................................................1
How to Obtain Service .................................................2
General Hazards ..................................................2
Exhaust Hazards ..................................................3
Electrical Hazards ................................................3
Fire Hazards .........................................................3
Explosion Hazards ...............................................4
Battery Hazards ...................................................4
Section 2: General Information
EcoGen Theory of Operation ..............................7
The Generator ......................................................8
Data Decals ..........................................................9
Specifications ....................................................10
Generator ..................................................................10
Engine .......................................................................10
Protection Systems ...........................................11
Emissions ...........................................................11
Fuel Requirements ............................................11
Battery Requirements .......................................11
Engine Oil Requirements ..................................11
Activating the Generator ...................................11
Wi-Fi Module ......................................................11
Replacement Parts ............................................12
Accessories ........................................................12
Section 3: Operation
Site Prep Verification .........................................13
Generator Enclosure .........................................13
Opening the Lid .........................................................13
Front Access Panel Removal ....................................13
Intake Side Panel Removal .......................................14
Main Line Circuit Breaker
(Generator Disconnect) .....................................14
LED Indicator Lights ..........................................14
Auxiliary Shutdown Switch ...............................15
Owner's Manual for 60 Hz EcoGen™ Generators

Table of Contents

Control Panel Interface ..................................... 15
Using the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL Buttons ......... 15
Operating Modes ............................................... 16
Interface Menu Displays ................................... 16
LCD Panel .................................................................16
Menu System Navigation ..........................................17
Setting the Exercise Timer ............................... 19
Battery Charger ................................................. 19
Two-Wire Start Signal and Off-Grid Mode
Enabled .............................................................. 19
Manual Transfer Operation
(if equipped) ....................................................... 20
Transfer to Generator Power Source ........................20
Transfer to Utility Power Source ................................20
Automatic Transfer Operation ......................... 20
Automatic Sequence of Operation .................. 20
Utility Failure (if equipped with Transfer Switch
and Off-Grid Mode Disabled) ....................................20
Cranking ....................................................................21
Cold Smart Start ........................................................21
Load Transfer ............................................................21
Shutting Generator Down While Under
Load or During a Utility Outage ....................... 21
Section 4: Maintenance
Maintenance ....................................................... 23
Preparing for Maintenance ............................... 23
Performing Scheduled Maintenance ............... 23
Service Schedule ............................................... 24
Maintenance Log ............................................... 24
Checking Engine Oil Level ............................... 25
Engine Oil Requirements ..........................................25
Changing Oil and Oil Filter ............................... 26
Oil System Drain Pump Kit Parts List ........................26
Assembling Oil System Drain Pump .........................26
EcoGen Oil Change Procedure .................................27
Replacing Engine Air Filter .............................. 28
Spark Plugs ........................................................ 28
Valve Clearance Adjustment ............................ 29
Checking Valve Clearance ........................................29
Adjust Valve Clearance .............................................29
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