Generac Power Systems owner manual Introduction IFC Safety Rules

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Table of Contents

Guardian Liquid-cooled 15 kW, 20 kW and 25 kW Generators

INTRODUCTION

IFC

SAFETY RULES

2

Section 1 — GENERAL

 

 

INFORMATION

4

1.1

Generator

4

1.2

Transfer Switch

4

1.3

Automatic System Operation

4

1.4

Generator AC Connection Systems

4

1.5

Main Circuit Breaker

4

1.6

Generator Fuel System

4

1.7

Engine Protective Devices

5

1.8

Unpacking

6

1.9

Lifting the Generator

6

1.10

Specifications

7

1.11

Fuel Consumption

7

1.12

Reconfiguring the Fuel System

7

1.13

Torque Specifications

8

1.14

Engine Oil Recommendations

8

1.15

Coolant Recommendations

8

1.16

Before Installation

8

Section 2 — INSTALLATION

8

2.1

Standby Generator Installation

8

2.2

Generator Location

9

2.3

Generator Mounting and Support

9

2.4

Basic Standby Electric System

9

2.5

Emergency Circuit Isolation Method

10

2.6

Total Circuit Isolation Method

10

2.7

Grounding the Generator

10

2.8

Generator AC Neutral Connections

10

2.9

Transfer Switch Start Signal Connections

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2.10

Battery Installation

11

2.11

Preparation Before Start-Up

11

Section 3 — OPERATION

12

3.1

Using a Standard “GTS” Transfer Switch....

12

3.2

Control Console Components

13

3.3

Manual Transfer and Startup

13

3.4

Automatic Operation

13

3.5

Weekly Exercise Cycle

13

3.6

Engine Heater

14

Section 4 — MAINTENANCE

14

4.1Maintenance Performed by Authorized

Service Facilities

14

4.2 Cooling System

15

4.3Overload Protection for Engine DC

Electrical System

15

4.4 Checking Fluid Levels

15

4.5Maintenance Owner/Operator

 

Can Perform

16

4.6

Miscellaneous Maintenance

17

4.7

Scheduled Maintenance

19

Section 5 — TROUBLESHOOTING

22

5.1

Troubleshooting Points

22

Section 6

— NOTES

23

Section 7

— INSTALLATION

 

 

 

DIAGRAM

25

Section 8

— ELECTRICAL DATA

26

Section 9

— EXPLODED VIEWS AND

 

 

 

PARTS LISTS

30

Section 10 — WARRANTY

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Contents Liquid-cooled, Prepackaged Standby Generators Introduction Authorized Service Dealer Location‹ Operation and Maintenance ‹ HOW to Obtain ServiceIntroduction IFC Safety Rules General Hazards Electrical Hazards Generator AC Connection Systems Transfer SwitchGenerator Automatic System OperationEngine Protective Devices ‹ 1.7.1 LOW OIL Pressure Switch‹ 1.7.2 High Coolant Temperature Switch ‹ 1.7.3 LOW Coolant Level SwitchLifting the Generator Unpacking‹ 1.10.2 Engine Specifications SpecificationsReconfiguring the Fuel System ‹ 1.10.1 Generator SpecificationsTorque Specifications Engine OIL RecommendationsCoolant Recommendations ‹ 2.1.1 Nfpa Standards Generator LocationGenerator Mounting Support Basic Standby Electric SystemGrounding the Generator Transfer Switch Start Signal ConnectionsEmergency Circuit Isolation Method Total Circuit Isolation Method‹ 2.11.1 Prior to Initial START-UP Battery InstallationPreparation Before START-UP ‹ 2.10.1 Vented BatteriesUsing a Standard GTS Transfer Switch Control Console Components Manual Transfer START-UP Automatic OperationWeekly Exercise Cycle Once Annually Engine HeaterEvery Three Months Once Every SIX MonthsCooling System Checking Fluid LevelsOverload Protection for Engine DC Electrical System ‹ 4.5.4 Inspect Cooling System ‹ 4.5.2 Check Battery‹ 4.5.1 Check Engine OIL Level ‹ 4.5.3 Exercise System‹ 4.5.13 Coolant Change Miscellaneous Maintenance‹ 4.5.11 Changing the Engine AIR Cleaner ‹ 4.6.1 Cleaning the Generator‹ 4.6.4 Battery Replacement ‹ 4.6.3 Battery MaintenanceService Maintenance Interval Information Scheduled MaintenanceLevel Maintenance Level Problem Cause Correction Troubleshooting PointsGuardian Liquid-cooled 15 kW, 20 kW and 25 kW Generators Guardian Liquid-cooled 15 kW, 20 kW and 25 kW Generators Installation Diagram Section Electrical Data Customer Connection 120/240V 1-PHASE Electrical Data ASM Motor Stepper Housing Governor ConnectorConnector Interface Assembly Cover Connector HousingWasher Flat 5/16 Zinc Base Mounting 1.5L Stnrd & AcstcWasher Shakeproof EXT 5/16 STL Dampener VibrationWeld Stud Under Roof Panel for Access Cover Cable Cover Access GEN Assembly BASE-DOOR Ground WireGRD Wire Assy 99HSB Assembly Cover AccessWeld Stud Under Roof For Access Cover Cable Baffle Cntrl PNL 1.5L Acoustic Roof Acstc & Stnd Cmprtmnt 1.5LDoor Weldment 1.5 EPS Washer Self Locking DomeTo a Holder Fuse Wire AssemblySilksc HourmeterWaterpump Hardware Clamp for Wiring Harness not Shown Switch OIL PressureARM Adjust Alternator Ground Wire Starter16 7 Guard FAN 1.5L Modine Tank Coolant RecoveryRadiator 1.5L Venturi 1.5L ModineVapor Flange Fuel Inlet Cover AIR CleanerGasket AIR Cleaner Adapter Weldment Mounting Base16 30 21 Assy Rotor 20KW Housing BlowerAssy Rotor 10KW Assy Rotor 15KWBattery Post Cover RED+ ASSY,WIRE#16 REDBOOT, Battery Cable BRACKET, Battery Hold DownPIPE,EXHAUST 1.5L STNDRD&ACSTC Manifold Exhaust 1.5LNipple TOE 1.5NPTX5.5 BLK Iron Saddle 2 InchYour Warranty Rights and Obligations MANUFACTURER’S Emission Control System Warranty CoveragePURCHASER’S/OWNER’S Warranty Responsibilities Emission Related Parts Include the Following Emission Control System WarrantyWarranty Schedule

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