Table Of Contents - Generac Power Systems PWRgenerator 9 kW Installation Manuallines

Section 1: Safety Rules & General
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
General Rules ...............................................................5
Before You Begin ........................................................5
Standards Index ..........................................................5
Section 2: Unpacking and Inspection
General ..........................................................................7
Required Tools .............................................................7
Unpacking .....................................................................7
Opening the Lid ...........................................................8
Enclosure Panel Removal ...........................................8
Front Access Panel Removal ......................................8
Intake Side Panel Removal .........................................9
Customer Connections and Loose Parts ...................9
Rear Connections ........................................................9
Generator Main Line Circuit Breaker
(Generator Disconnect) .............................................10
Parts Shipped Loose .................................................10
Auxiliary Shutdown Switch .......................................10
Section 3: Site Selection and Preparation
Site Selection .............................................................11
Carbon Monoxide .......................................................11
Carbon Monoxide Detectors ......................................11
Potential CO Entry Points ..........................................12
Protect the Structure .................................................12
Fire Prevention ...........................................................13
Distance Requirements .............................................13
Fire Codes, Standards, and Guidelines ....................14
Generator Maintenance .............................................14
Fresh Air for Ventilation and Cooling ......................14
Water Ingress Avoidance ..........................................14
Installation Guidelines for PWRgenerator Air-Cooled Generators

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Proximity to Utilities ..................................................14
Transportation Recommendations ..........................15
Suitable Mounting Surface ........................................15
Placement on Roofs, Platforms, and Other
Supporting Structures ...............................................15
Section 4: Generator Placement
Generator Placement .................................................17
Section 5: Fuel Conversion / Gas
Fuel Requirements and Recommendations ............19
BTU Content ..............................................................19
Fuel Pressure ............................................................19
Fuel Conversion .........................................................19
Fuel Consumption .....................................................20
Fuel Line Sizing ..........................................................20
Natural Gas Pipe Sizing ............................................21
LP Gas Pipe Sizing ...................................................21
Installing and Connecting Fuel Lines ......................22
Fuel Shutoff Valve .....................................................22
Flexible Fuel Line ......................................................22
Sediment Trap ...........................................................22
Checking Fuel Line Connections .............................23
Checking Fuel Pressure ............................................23
Performing Fuel System Leak Test ...........................23
Natural Gas Installation (Typical) .............................24
LP Gas (Vapor) Installation (Typical) .......................25
Section 6: Electrical Connections
Generator Connections .............................................27
Control Wiring ............................................................28
Main DC Wiring ..........................................................29
Service Entrance Decals ...........................................29
Battery Requirements ................................................29
Battery Installation .....................................................29
Connecting the Battery ..............................................30
Battery Disposal .........................................................30
Connections
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