Carrier ASPASICCA012, ASPASICCA015 Important Safety Instructions Safetyrules, Standards Index

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETYRULES

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CarrierAir-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators

 

ELECTRICAL HAZARDS

All generators covered by this manual produce dangerous electrical voltages and can cause fatal electrical shock. Utility power delivers extremely high and dangerous voltages to the transfer switch as does the standby generator when it is in operation. Avoid contact with bare wires, terminals, connections, etc., while the unit is running. Ensure all appropriate covers, guards and barriers are in place before operating the generator. If work must be done around

an operating unit, stand on an insulated, dry surface to reduce shock hazard.

Do not handle any kind of electrical device while

standing in water, while barefoot, or while hands or feet are wet. DANGEROUS ELECTRICAL SHOCK MAY RESULT.

The National Electrical Code (NEC) requires the frame and external electrically conductive parts of the generator to be connected to an approved earth ground. Local electrical codes also may require proper grounding of the generator electrical system.

After installing this home standby electrical system, the generator may crank and start at any time without warning. When this occurs, load circuits are transferred to the STANDBY (generator) power source. To prevent possible injury if such a start and

transfer occur, always set the generator's Auto/Off/Manual switch to its OFF position before working on equipment and remove the 7.5A and 15A fuses from the generator control panel.

In case of accident caused by electric shock, immediately shut down the source of electrical power. If this is not possible, attempt to free the victim from the live conductor. AVOID DIRECT CONTACT WITH THE VICTIM. Use a nonconducting implement, such as a dry rope or board, to free the victim from the live conductor. If the victim is unconscious, apply first aid and get immediate medical help.

Never wear jewelry when working on this equipment. Jewelry can conduct electricity resulting in electric shock, or may get caught in moving components causing injury.

AFIRE HAZARDS

For fire safety, the generator must be installed and maintained properly. Installation always must comply

with applicable codes, standards, laws and regulations. Adhere strictly to local, state and national electrical and building codes. Comply with regulations the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has established. Also, ensure that the

generator is installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and recommendations.

Following proper installation, do nothing that might alter a safe installation and render the unit in

noncompliance with the aforementioned codes, standards, laws and regulations.

Keep a fire extinguisher near the generator at all times.

Extinguishers rated "ABC" by the National Fire Protection Association are appropriate for use on the standby electric system. Keep the extinguisher properly charged and be familiar with its use. Consult the local fire department with any questions pertaining to fire extinguishers.

EXPLOSION HAZARDS

Do not smoke around the generator. Wipe up any fuel or oil spills immediately. Ensure that no combustible materials are left in the generator compartment, or on or near the generator, as FIRE or EXPLOSION may

result. Keep the area surrounding the generator clean and free from debris.

Gaseous fluids such as natural gas and liquid propane (LP) gas are extremely EXPLOSIVE. Install the fuel supply system according to applicable fuel-gas codes. Before placing the home standby electric system into service, fuel system lines must be properly purged and leak tested according to applicable code. After installation, inspect the fuel system periodically for leaks. No leakage is permitted.

STANDARDS INDEX

In the absence of pertinent standards, codes, regulations and laws, the published information listed below may be used as installation guide for this equipment.

1. NFPA No. 37, STATIONARY COMBUSTION ENGINES AND GAS TURBINES, available from the National Fire Protection Association, 470 Atlantic Avenue, Boston, MA 02210.

2. NFPA No. 76A, ESSENTIAL ELECTRICAL

SYSTEMS FOR HEALTH CARE FACILITIES, available same as Item 1.

3.NFPA No. 54, NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, available same as Item 1.

4.NFPA No. 58, AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARD FOR STORAGE AND HANDLING OF LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS, available same as Item 1.

5.NFPA No. 70, NFPA HANDBOOK OF NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE, available same as Item 1.

6.Article X, NATIONAL BUILDING CODE, available from the American Insurance Association, 85 John Street, New York, N.Y. 10038.

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.

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Contents Air-cooled, Prepackaged Automatic Standby Generators Operation and Maintenance Contents HOW to Obtain Service IntroductionIntroduction General Hazards Safetyrules Important Safety InstructionsStandards Index Important Safety Instructions SafetyrulesProtection Systems 12 ARC Fault Circuit Interrupter ProtectionUNPACKING/INSPECTION Gfci GeneratorSystem SET LED SpecificationsFuel Requirements GeneratorLifting the Generator Transfer SwitchFuel Consumption AUTO/OFF/MANUAL Battery InstallationBattery Using the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL Switch Figure BREAK-IN ProcedureAuto Position OFF PositionAutomatic Transfer Operation 1 12 Vdcaccessory OutletSequence of Automatic Operation 2 120 VAC Gfci OutletManual Transfer Operation Transfer to Generator Power SourceTransfer Back to Utility Power Source High Temperature Switch LOW OIL Pressure SwitchFuses Over CrankChecking the Engine OIL Level OIL Change ProcedureChanging the Engine OIL Engine OIL RecommendationsChanging the OIL Filter Changing the Engine AIR CleanerSpark Plugs 1 7 KW, 12 Kwand 15 KW GeneratorsAUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch is set to Battery MaintenanceRemoval from Service OUT of Service ProcedureReturn to Service Corrosion ProtectionProcedure Frequency Service ScheduleService Problemcausecorrection Troubleshooting GuideWarranty CarrierAir-cooled 7 EW, 12 EW and 15 EW Generators 21 ! Murphy Drive Generac Power SYSTEMS, INCEmission Related Parts Include the Following Emission Control System WarrantyCatalog NO. OMASPAS07-2