Carrier ASPASICCA012 Introduction, Read this Manual Thoroughly, Contents, HOW to Obtain Service

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this model of the Carrier product line. This model is a compact, high performance,

air-cooled, engine-driven generator designed to automatically supply electrical power to operate critical loads during a utility power failure.

This unit is factory installed in an all-weather, metal enclosure that is intended exclusively for outdoor installation. This generator will operate using either vapor withdrawn liquid propane (LP) or natural gas (NG).

•READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY

If any portion of this manual is not understood, contact the nearest Carrier Dealer for starting, operating and servicing procedures.

Throughout this publication, and on tags and decals affixed to the generator, DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE blocks are used to alert personnel to special instructions about a particular operation that may be hazardous if performed incorrectly or carelessly. Observe them carefully. Their definitions are as follows:

After this heading, read instructions that, if not strictly complied with, will result in serious personal injury, including death, in addition to property damage.

"_ WARNUNG _°

After this heading, read instructions that, if not strictly complied with, may result in serious personal injury or property damage.

"_ CAUTION

After this heading, read instructions that, if not strictly complied with, could result in damage to equipment and/or property.

NOTE:

After this heading, read explanatory statements that require special emphasis.

These safety warnings cannot eliminate the hazards that they indicate. Common sense and strict compliance with the special instructions while performing the service are essential to preventing accidents.

Four commonly used safety symbols accompany the DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION blocks. The type of information each indicates follows:

_This symbol points out important safety information that, if not followed, could

endanger personal safety and/or property of others.

_This symbol points out potential explosion hazard.

_This symbol points out potential fire hazard.

Z_ This symbol points out potential electrical shock hazard.

The operator is responsible for proper and safe use of the equipment. Carrier strongly recommends that the operator read this Owner's Manual and thoroughly understand all instructions before using this equipment. Carrier also strongly recommends instructing other users to properly start and operate the unit. This prepares them if they need to operate the equipment in an emergency.

•CONTENTS

This manual contains pertinent owner's information, including warranty, electrical diagrams, exploded views

and lists of repair parts, for three different Carrier models:

•ASPAS1CCA007 - 6 kW NG, 7 kW LP, single-cylinder GH-410 Engine

•ASPAS1OCA012 - 12 kW NG, 12 kW LP, V-twin GT- 990 Engine

•ASPAS1COA015 - 13 kW NG, 15 kW LP, V-twin GT- 990 Engine

•OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

It is the operator's responsibility to perform all safety checks, to make sure that all maintenance for safe operation is performed promptly, and to have the equipment checked periodically by a Carrier Dealer. Normal maintenance service and replacement of parts are the responsibility of the owner/operator and, as such, are not considered defects in materials or workmanship within the terms of the warranty. Individual operating

habits and usage contribute to the need for maintenance service.

Proper maintenance and care of the generator ensures a minimum number of problems and keep operating expenses at a minimum. See a Carrier Dealer for service aids and accessories.

•HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE

When the generator requires servicing or repairs, contact a Carrier Dealer for assistance. Service technicians are

factory-trained and are capable of handling all service needs.

When contacting a Carrier Dealer about parts and service, always supply the complete model number and serial number of the unit as given on its data decal, which is located on the generator. See Figure 1.1 or Figure 1.2 in Section 1.4 for decal location.

Model No. Serial No.

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