Guardian Technologies 005284 Introduction, Inside Front Cover, General Information, Operation

Table of Contents

Air-cooled Generators

Introduction		Inside Front Cover
Read This Manual Thoroughly			IFC
Contents			IFC
Operation and Maintenance			IFC
How to Obtain Service			IFC
Authorized Dealer Locator Number			IFC
Safety Rules			2
Standards Index			3
Section 1 – General Information			4
1.1	Unpacking/Inspection		4
1.2	Protection Systems		4

1.3NEC Requirement for Arc Fault Circuit

	Interruption Breaker for Bedrooms	4
1.4	The Generator	5
1.5	Specifications	6
1.6	System Set LED	7
1.7	Fuel Requirements and Recommendations ...	7
1.8	Fuel Consumption	7
1.9	Reconfiguring the Fuel System	8
1.10	Location	9
1.11	Battery Requirements	10
1.12	Battery Installation	10
1.13	The Battery	11
Section 2 – Post Installation Start-up
	and Adjustments	12
2.1	Before Initial Startup	12
2.2	Check Transfer Switch Operation	12
2.3	Electrical Checks	12
2.4	Generator Tests Under Load	13
2.5	Checking Automatic Operation	13

2.6Adjusting the Fuel Regulator -

	7kW (Natural Gas Only)	13
2.7	Engine Governor Adjustment	14
2.8	Voltage Regulator Adjustment	15

Section 3 – Operation		15
3.1	Using the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL Switch	15
3.2	Automatic Transfer Operation	16
3.3	Sequence of Automatic Operation	16
3.4	Manual Transfer Operation	16
3.5	Setting the Exercise Timer	17
3.6	Protection Systems	18
Section 4 – Maintenance		19
4.1	Fuses	19
4.2	Checking the Engine Oil Level	19
4.3	Changing the Engine Oil	20
4.4	Changing the Engine Air Cleaner	21
4.5	Spark Plug(s)	21
4.6	Battery Maintenance	22

4.7Adjusting GH-410/GT-530/990

	Valve Clearance		22
4.8	Cooling System		23
4.9	Attention After Submersion		23
4.10	Corrosion Protection		24
4.11	Out of Service Procedure		24
4.12	Service Schedule		25
Section 5 – Troubleshooting			26
5.1	Troubleshooting Guide		26
Section 6		– Notes	27
Section 7		– Mounting Dimensions	30
Section 8		– Electrical Data	31
Section 9		– Exploded Views and
		Parts Lists	42
Section 10 – Warranty			68

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