Section 1 — General Information
15 kW Generator
1.6SPECIFICATIONS
1.6.1 GENERATOR
Rated Max. Cont. Power Capacity (Watts*) | ..... 13,000 NG/ | |
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| 15,000 LP† |
Rated Voltage | 120/240 | |
Rated Max. Continuous Load Current (Amps) | ||
120 Volts + | 108.3 NG/125.0 LP | |
240 Volts | 54.2 NG/62.5 LP | |
Main Line Circuit Breaker | 65 Amp | |
Phase | 1 | |
Number of Rotor Poles | 2 | |
Rated AC Frequency | 60 Hz | |
Power Factor | 1 | |
Recommended Air Filter | Part # 0C8127 | |
Battery Requirement at |
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Group 26/26R 12 Volts and | ||
525 | ||
Weight | 487 Pounds | |
Output Sound Level @ 23 ft (7m) |
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at full load | 71.5 db (A) | |
Normal Operating Range | ||
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| to 104°F (40°C) |
*Maximum wattage and current are subject to and limited by such factors as fuel Btu content, ambient temperature, altitude, engine power and con- dition, etc. Maximum power decreases about 3.5 percent for each 1,000 feet above sea level; and also will decrease about 1 percent for each 6° C (10° F) above 16° C (60° F).
+Total current in two separate circuits. Current in each circuit must not exceed the value stated for 240V.
1.7FUEL REQUIREMENTS
AND RECOMMENDATIONS
With LP gas, use only the vapor withdrawal sys- tem. This type of system uses the vapors formed above the liquid fuel in the storage tank.
The engine has been fitted with a fuel carburetion system that meets the specifications of the 1997 California Air Resources Board for
Recommended fuels should have a Btu content of at least 1,000 Btus per cubic foot for natural gas; or at least 2,520 Btus per cubic foot for LP gas. Ask the fuel supplier for the Btu content of the fuel.
Required fuel pressure for natural gas is 5 inches to 7 inches water column (0.18 to 0.25 psi); and for liquid propane, 11 inches to 14 inches of water column (0.4 to 0.5 psi).
NOTE:
Any piping used to connect the generator to the fuel supply should be of adequate size to ensure the fuel pressure NEVER drops below 4 inches water column for natural gas or 10 inches water column for liquid propane for all load ranges.
1.6.2 ENGINE
Type of Engine | |
Number of Cylinders | 2 |
Rated Horsepower | 30 @ 3,600 rpm |
Displacement | 992cc |
Cylinder Block | Aluminum w/Cast Iron Sleeve |
Valve Arrangement | Overhead Valves |
Ignition System | |
Recommended Spark Plug | RC12YC |
Spark Plug Gap | 0.508 mm (0.020 inch) |
Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 |
Starter | 12Vdc |
Oil Capacity Including Filter | Approx. 1.7 Qts |
Recommended Oil Filter | Part # 070185 |
Recommended Air Filter | Part # 0C8127 |
Operating RPM | 3,600 |
1.8FUEL CONSUMPTION
| Model # | Nat. Gas (*) | LP Vapor (**) |
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| 1/2 Load | Full Load | 1/2 Load | Full Load |
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| 05207 | 156 | 220 | 1.58/58 | 2.40/88 |
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*Natural gas is in cubic feet per hour.
**LP is in gallons per hour/cubic feet per hour.
***Values given are approximate.
DANGER
Gaseous fuels such as natural gas and liquid propane (LP) gas are highly explosive. Even the slightest spark can ignite such fuels and cause an explosion. No leakage of fuel is permitted. Natural gas, which is lighter than air, tends to collect in high areas. LP gas is heavier than air and tends to settle in low areas.
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