Section 1 - General Information
1.1GENERATOR
This equipment is a
These models are available. They are rated as follows:
Model 005031-0: Provides 25,000 watts (25 kW) of single- phase power.
Model 005028-0: Provides 20,000 watts (20 kW) of single- phase power.
Model 005030-0: Provides 15,000 watts (15 kW) of single- phase power.
If this generator is used to power electrical load
!circuits normally powered by a utility power source, it is required by code to install a trans- fer switch. The transfer switch must effectively isolate the electric system from the utility distri- bution system when the generator is operating (NEC 701). Failure to isolate an electrical system by such means results in damage to the genera- tor and may also result in injury or even death to utility power workers due to backfeed of electrical energy.
1.2TRANSFER SWITCH
This generator system is intended to be used with a matched automatic transfer switch. It may be supplied in either a NEMA 1 enclosure or a NEMA 3R enclo- sure. The NEMA 1 enclosure is intended for indoor use only. The NEMA 3R enclosure is weather proof and can be used indoors or outdoors. Follow these rules:
•Install the transfer switch on a firm, sturdy sup- porting structure.
•To prevent switch distortion, level the switch if nec- essary. This can be done by placing washers between the switch enclosure and the mounting surface.
•Never install the switch where water or any corro- sive substance might drip onto the enclosure.
•Protect the switch at all times against excessive moisture, dust, dirt, lint, construction grit and cor- rosive vapors.
If a transfer switch is not included, one may be pur- chased separately from an Authorized Dealer.
1.3AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH
(ATS MODE)
When this generator, along with an HS Type automat- ic transfer switch has been installed and connected, a circuit board in the generator control panel con- stantly monitors the utility voltage and controls the operation of the transfer switch.
In ATS Mode utility voltage sensing, weekly exercis- ing, and load transferring is under the control of the generator.
Should the utility voltage drop below a preset value, and remain at this low voltage for a preset amount of time, the generator cranks and starts. After the gen- erator starts, the transfer switch transfers the load circuits to the generator so the generator can power them. When the utility source voltage has been restored, the transfer switch
1.4ENGINEERED TRANSFER SWITCH
When required, the
UTILITY voltage sensing, weekly exercising and load transferring is then under the control of the Engineered
1.5GENERATOR AC CONNECTION
SYSTEMS
The generator was shipped from the factory with its stator AC output leads connected in a
Figure 1.2 - Main Circuit Breaker
Model | Rating | Phase | Actual Current | C/B Rating* | % over rating | Circuit Breaker |
25,000 W | 1 | 104.2 A | 125 A | 120% | 125A BQ2 | |
20,000 W | 1 | 83.3 A | 100 A | 120% | 100A BQ2 | |
15,000 W | 1 | 62.5 | 70 A | 112% | 70A BQ2 | |
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| * Amp Rating of C/B structured under model. |
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