Unpacking/Inspection; Nec Requirements; Before You Begin - Generac Power Systems Air-cooled Generators Installation Manual

7. AGRICULTURAL WIRING HANDBOOK, available from the Food and
Energy Council, 909 University Avenue, Columbia, MO 65201.
8. ASAE EP-3634, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE OF FARM
STANDBY ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS, available from the American
Society of Agricultural Engineers, 2950 Niles Road, St. Joseph, MI
49085.
9. NFPA No. 30, FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS CODE,
available same as Item 1.
 Only qualified electricians or contractors
should attempt such installations, which must
comply strictly with applicable codes, stan-
dards and regulations.

UNPACKING/INSPECTION

After unpacking, carefully inspect the contents for damage.
• This standby generator set is ready for installation with a factory
supplied and pre-mounted base pad and has a weather protective
enclosure that is intended for outdoor installation only.
• This UL listed standby generator set may be packaged with an
automatic transfer switch with built in load center. The combination
transfer switch and load center is pre-wired with a two foot and 30
foot conduit. Circuit breakers for emergency circuit connections are
included (if equipped).
• This UL listed, 2-pole switch is rated at 100 or 200 AC amperes at
250 volts maximum. The 100 Amp transfer switch is for indoor use
only. The 200 Amp transfer switch is for indoor/outdoor use (if
equipped).
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If this generator is used to power electrical load
circuits normally powered by a utility power
source, it is required by code to install a trans-
fer switch. The transfer switch must effectively
isolate the electrical system from the utility dis-
tribution system when the generator is operat-
ing (NEC 700, 701 & 702). Failure to isolate an
electrical system by such means will result in
damage to the generator and also may result in
injury or death to utility power workers due to
backfeed of electrical energy.
If any loss or damage is noted at time of delivery, have the person(s)
making the delivery note all damage on the freight bill or affix their
signature under the consignor's memo of loss or damage.
If a loss or damage is noted after delivery, separate the damaged
materials and contact the carrier for claim procedures.
"Concealed damage" is understood to mean damage to the contents of a
package that is not in evidence at the time of delivery, but is discovered
later.
To properly open the roof, press down on the center top lip and release
the latch. If pressure is not applied from the top, the roof may appear
stuck. Always verify that the side lock is unlocked before attempting to lift
the roof.

NEC REQUIREMENTS

Local code enforcement may require that AFCI's be incorporated
into the transfer switch distribution panel. The Transfer Switch
provided with this generator has a distribution panel that will
accept AFCI's.
Siemens Part No. Q115AF - 15A or Q120AF - 20A can be
obtained from a local electrical wholesaler and will simply replace
any of the single pole circuit breakers supplied in the Transfer
Switch distribution panel.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Contact the local inspector or City Hall to be aware of all federal,
state and local codes that could impact the installation. Secure all
required permits before starting the job.
Carefully read and follow all of the procedures and safety
precautions detailed in the installation guide. If any portion of the
installation manual, technical manual or other factory-supplied
documents is not completely understood, contact a dealer for
assistance.
Fully comply with all relevant NEC, NFPA and OSHA standards
as well as all federal, state and local building and electric codes.
As with any generator, this unit must be installed in accordance
with current NFPA 37 and NFPA 70 standards as well as any other
federal, state, and local codes for minimum distances from other
structures.
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