Generac 005031-2 owner manual Introduction

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION		IFC
Read this Manual Thoroughly		IFC
Operation and Maintenance		IFC
How to Obtain Service		IFC
Authorized Service Dealer Location		IFC
SAFETY RULES		2
Standards Index		3
Section 1 — GENERAL INFORMATION		4
1.1	Generator	4
1.2	Transfer Switch	4
1.3	ATS Mode (Automatic Operation)	4
1.4	Generator AC Connection Systems	4
1.5	Main Circuit Breaker	4
1.6	Generator Fuel System	5
1.7	Engine Protective Devices	5
1.8	Unpacking	6
1.9	Lifting the Generator	6
1.10	Specifications	6
1.11	Fuel Consumption	7
1.12	Reconfiguring the Fuel System for LP Vapor	7
1.13	Engine Oil Recommendations	7
1.14	Coolant Recommendations	8
1.15	Before Installation	8

Liquid-cooled 25 kW Generators

Section 3 — OPERATION		12
3.1	GTS Transfer Switch	12
3.2	Control Console Components	13
3.3	Manual Transfer and Startup	15
3.4	Engine Governor Gain Adjustments	15
3.5	Manual Retransfer and Shutdown	15
3.6	Automatic Operation	16
3.7	Weekly Exercise Cycle	16
3.8	Control Board DIP Switch Settings	16
3.9	Voltage Regulator Adjustment	17
Section 4 — MAINTENANCE		17

4.1Maintenance Performed by Authorized

	Service Facilities	17
4.2	Exhaust Manifold Procedure	18
4.3	Intake Manifold Procedure	18
4.4	Cylinder Head Procedure	18
4.5	Cooling System	18

4.6Overload Protection for Engine DC

Electrical System	19
4.7 Checking Fluid Levels	19

4.8Maintenance Owner/Operator

	Can Perform	19
4.9	Miscellaneous Maintenance	21
4.10	Scheduled Maintenance	22

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	Using a “GTS” Transfer Switch	10
2.10	Battery Installation	11
2.11	Preparation Before Start-Up	12

Section 5 — TROUBLESHOOTING		25
Section 6	— ELECTRICAL DATA	26
Section 7	— EXPLODED VIEWS AND
	PARTS LISTS	34
Section 8	— INSTALLATION DIAGRAM	51
Section 9	— WARRANTY	52

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