Generac Power Systems 005259-1, 005260-1 owner manual Standby Generator Sets Table of Contents

Standby Generator Sets

Table of Contents

SECTION	PAGE
SAFETY RULES	1-1
INTRODUCTION	1-3
Read this Manual Thoroughly	1-3
Operation and Maintenance	1-3
How to Obtain Service	1-3
IDENTIFICATION RECORD	2-1
Data Label	2-1
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION	3-1
Equipment Description	3-1
Engine Oil Recommendations	3-1
Coolant Recommendations	3-1
ENGINE PROTECTIVE DEVICES	4-1
High Coolant Temperature Switch	4-1
Low Coolant Level Sensor	4-1
Low Oil Pressure Switch	4-1
Overcrank Shutdown	4-1
Overspeed Shutdown	4-1
RPM Sensor Loss Shutdown	4-1
DC Fuse	4-1
FUEL SYSTEMS	5-1
Fuel Requirements	5-1
Natural Gas Fuel System	5-1
Propane Vapor Withdrawal Fuel System	5-1
LP Fuel System	5-1
SPECIFICATIONS	6-1
Generator	6-1
Engine	6-1
Cooling System	6-1
Fuel System	6-1
Electrical System	6-1
Cold Weather Kit	6-2
Reconfiguring the Fuel System	6-2
GENERAL INFORMATION	7-1
Generator AC Lead Connections	7-1
Four-lead, Single-phase Stator	7-1
Alternator Power Winding Connections	7-1
3-phase Alternators	7-1
INSTALLATION	8-1
Installation	8-1
Preparation Before Start-up	8-1
Transfer Switch	8-1
Fuel System	8-1
Generator Set Lubrication	8-1
Prior to Initial Start-up	8-1
Engine Coolant	8-1
Belt Tension	8-1
Electrical System	8-1
Initial Inspection for QT Genset Start-up	8-1
Start-up Checklist	8-2
Preparation for Start-up	8-2
Start-up Inspection	8-2

OPERATION	9-1
Generator Control and Operation	9-1
Operating Unit with Manual Transfer Switch	9-1
Engine Start-up and Transfer	9-1
Retransfer and Shutdown	9-1
Operating Unit with Automatic Transfer Switch	9-1
MAINTENANCE	10-1
Maintenance Performed.....................................................by Authorized	10-1
Service Facilities
Every Three Months	10-1
Once Every Six Months	10-1
Once Annually	10-1
First 100 Operating Hours	10-1
Every 500 Operating Hours	10-1
Every 800 Operating Hours	10-1
Exhaust Manifold Procedure	10-1
Intake Manifold Procedure	10-1
Cylinder Head Procedure	10-1
Cooling System	10-2
Overload Protection....................................................for Engine DC	10-2
Electrical System
Checking Fluid Levels	10-2
Check Engine Oil	10-2
Battery Fluid	10-2
Engine Coolant	10-2
Maintenance Owner/Operator Can Perform	10-3
Check Engine Oil Level	10-3
Check Battery	10-3
Exercise System	10-3
Inspect Cooling System	10-3
Check Engine Coolant Level	10-3
Perform Visual Inspection	10-3
Inspect Exhaust System	10-3
Check Fan Belt	10-3
Inspect Engine Governor	10-3
Changing Engine Oil	10-3
Changing the Engine Air Cleaner	10-3
Spark Plugs	10-4
Coolant Change	10-4
Miscellaneous Maintenance	10-4
Cleaning the Generator	10-4
Battery	10-4
Battery Maintenance	10-4
Battery Replacement	10-5
SERVICE SCHEDULE	11-1
TROUBLESHOOTING	12-1
Troubleshooting Guide	12-1
NOTES
EXPLODED VIEWS & PARTS LISTS
WIRING DIAGRAMS & SCHEMATICS
WARRANTY

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