Guardian Technologies 5209 owner manual Safety and to discourage tampering

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SECTION 5 - INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR GENERATOR READY KIT

6

Threaded Lock Nut

The outer diameter of the threaded end is 15/16 inches.

6.Remove the threaded lock nut from the conduit coupling.

--- WARNING ---

The external connection box must be locked to ensure

safety and to discourage tampering.

9 Mounting Automatic Transfer Switch

1ft.

7

Connect Wires

Knockout

7.Remove the knock out in the lower right corner of the external connection box. From the rear of the connection box, feed wires & 4 pin plug into box. Slip the lock nut over wires and plug and tighten securely onto conduit coupling. Connect the black, red, and white wires to separate threaded lugs and tighten securely. Fasten the green ground wire securely beneath the hex nut on the grounding stud at the bottom of the box. Tighten securely to ensure good contact with metal box.

9. Locate automatic transfer switch with built-in

emergency load center within one foot of main

distribution panel. The automatic transfer switch can

be located to the left or right of main distribution

panel. Hold transfer switch against the mounting

surface. Level the transfer switch and mark the

mounting holes. Drill the appropriate size pilot holes.

Mount the automatic transfer switch to mounting

surface with appropriate fasteners.

DANGER: Although you may choose to perform electrical connections yourself, Generac Power Systems, Inc. recommends that a licensed electrician or individual with complete knowledge of electricity perform the procedures in sections 10a and 10b.

DANGER: Switch service main circuit breaker to “off” or

NOTE: THE 4-PIN PLUG WILL not be connected to any mating plug or other wires at this time.

open position prior to removal of cover or removal of any wiring of the main electrical distribution panel. The wires connected to the service main circuit breaker remain live or “hot”. Avoid contact with these wires and the service

8. Using appropriate

fasteners, mount external connection box over pre-drilled hole to fully conceal the hole. (Seal around the hole and conduit

with insulating

material and/or silicone caulk from both outside and inside of house.)

11b Mount External Connection Box

main circuit breaker connection lugs.

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Contents Owner’s Manual Installation Guide For Generator Ready Kit Introduction Important Safety Instructions General HazardsElectrical Hazards Explosion HazardsFire Hazards Assembly Accessory BOXUnpacking Assembling the Wheel KITBattery Connection Handle AssemblyOperation Know the GeneratorCord Sets and Connection Plugs 1 AC, 20 AMP, Duplex Receptacle2 120V AC, 20 AMP, Gfci Receptacle 5 12 Volt DC, 10 AMP Receptacle Provided. This receptacle can not recharge 6 Volt batteriesHOW to USE the Generator Connecting Electrical LoadsDON’T Overload the Generator Grounding the GeneratorWattage Reference Guide Before Starting the GeneratorAdding Engine OIL To Start the Engine Adding GasolineStopping the Engine Automatic Idle ControlCold Weather OPERATION/ DE-ICER LOW OIL Pressure Shutdown SystemCharging a Battery To recharge 12 Volt batteries, proceed as followsMaintenance Schedule Product SpecificationsGenerator Specifications Engine SpecificationsGenerator Maintenance Engine Maintenance Checking OIL LevelTo Clean the Generator General RecommendationsService AIR Cleaner Clean Spark Arrestor ScreenReplacing the Spark Plug Adjusting Valve Clearance To adjust valve clearanceGeneral Long Term StorageOther Storage Tips Fuel TankTroubleshooting Symptom Cause SolutionGenerator Ready KIT Plan the Location of Your Generator Safety and to discourage tampering Your Guardian Generator Ready KIT Is NOW Installed Operation of Generator with Generator Ready KIT Transfer to Generator Power Source When Utility Power Fails Interconnection Drawing Residential Portable Generator System Wiring Diagram Drawing No E0228 Schematic Drawing No E0229-A Section Part NO. QTY Description Detail a QTY Description Part NO#.QTY Generator Drawing No D4488-D QTY. Description 47,48 Part NO. QTY. Description HeatsinkFrame, Handle & Wheel Kit Drawing No E0695-A QTY Description Special L/WASHCalifornia Emission Control Warranty Statement Emission Control System Warranty Warranty Schedule This Warranty Shall not Apply to the Following