Checking Automatic Operation; Off-Grid Mode Disabled; Off-Grid Mode Enabled; Installation Summary - Generac Power Systems EcoGen 15kW Installation Manuallines

Checking Automatic Operation

Off-Grid Mode DISABLED

Proceed as follows to check system for correct automatic
operation when unit is equipped with a transfer switch
and with off-grid mode DISABLED:
1. Verify generator is OFF.
2. Install front cover of transfer switch.
3. Turn on utility power supply to transfer switch using
the means provided (such as a utility MLCB).
NOTE: Transfer switch will transfer to utility position.
4. Set generator MLCB (generator disconnect) to ON
(CLOSED).
5. Press generator AUTO button. System is now
ready for automatic operation.
6. Turn off utility power supply to transfer switch.
Generator is ready for automatic operation. Engine will
crank and start when utility power source is turned off
after a five second delay (factory default setting). After
starting, transfer switch will connect load circuits to the
standby side after a 5 or 30 second delay (dealer pro-
grammable). See Cold Smart
operate through entire automatic sequence of operation.
With generator running and loads powered by generator
AC output, turn on utility power supply to transfer switch.
The following will occur:
•
After approximately 15 seconds (dealer program-
mable), transfer switch will transfer loads to utility
power source.
•
Approximately one minute after transfer, engine will
shut down.

Off-Grid Mode ENABLED

Proceed as follows to check the system for correct auto-
matic operation when configured to run without a transfer
switch and with off-grid mode ENABLED:
1. Verify generator is OFF.
2. Press AUTO mode button. System is now ready for
automatic operation.
3. Verify remote two-wire start test switch installed
near the Alternative Power Management System is
set to ON (CLOSED). This causes generator to
start automatically.
4. With generator running and powering loads, set
remote two-wire start test switch to OFF (OPEN).
Generator will shut down immediately (selectable
to one minute in the dealer menu) after two-wire
remote start signal is OFF (OPEN).
Installation Guidelines For 60 Hz EcoGen™ Generators
Start. Allow system to

Installation Summary

1. Verify installation has been performed correctly as
outlined by the manufacturer and that it meets all
applicable laws and codes.
2. Test and verify correct operation of the system as
outlined in the appropriate installation and owner's
manuals.
3. Educate end-user on correct operation, mainte-
nance, and service call procedures.
Shutting Generator Down While
Under Load or During a Utility Outage
DANGER
Automatic start-up. Disconnect utility power and
render unit inoperable before working on unit.
Failure to do so will result in death or serious injury.
IMPORTANT NOTE: To avoid equipment damage,
follow these steps, in order, during utility outages.
Shutdowns may be required during utility outages to
perform routine maintenance or to conserve fuel.
To turn generator OFF:
1. Set utility MLCB to OFF (OPEN).
2. Set generator MLCB (generator disconnect) to
OFF (OPEN).
3. Allow generator to run for cool-down for approxi-
mately one minute.
4. Set generator to OFF at the controller.
5. Remove 7.5A fuse from controller.
To turn generator back ON:
1. Install 7.5A fuse in controller.
2. Verify generator MLCB (generator disconnect) is
OFF (OPEN).
3. Set generator to AUTO mode at the controller.
4. Generator will start and run. Allow generator to run
and warm up for a few minutes.
5. Set generator MLCB (generator disconnect) to ON
(CLOSED).
6. Set utility MLCB to ON (CLOSED).
The system now operates in automatic mode.
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