2.6ADJUSTING THE REGULATOR

Section 2 — Post Installation Start-up and Adjustments

Air-cooled 7 kW, 12 kW and 15 kW Generators

4.Manually set the transfer switch to the UTILITY position, i.e., load terminals connected to the util- ity power source side.

5.Turn ON the utility power supply to the transfer switch, using the means provided (such as a util- ity main line circuit breaker).

6.Set the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch to AUTO. Then set the generator’s main circuit breaker to its ON (or closed) position. The system is now ready for automatic operation.

7.Turn OFF the utility power supply to the transfer switch.

With the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch at AUTO, the engine should crank and start when the utility source power is turned OFF. After starting, the transfer switch should connect load circuits to the standby side. Let the system go through its entire automatic sequence of operation.

With the generator running and loads powered by generator AC output, turn ON the utility power supply to the transfer switch. The following should occur:

After about 13 seconds, the switch should transfer loads back to the utility power source.

About one minute after retransfer, the engine should shut down.

2.6ADJUSTING THE REGULATOR

(NATURAL GAS ONLY)

Although the generator has been factory set to pro- vide maximum power, it may be necessary in some areas to adjust this setting. Because natural gas has different BTU or power content across the country the engine may not perform as designed.

If experiencing engine problems at high or full load conditions follow these steps. It will require a fre- quency meter to perform this procedure.

1.Turn off utility power to the main distribution panel in the house. This can be done by switching the service main breaker to the off or open posi- tion.

2.Allow the generator to start before loading the generator. Confirm the no-load frequency with the roof open and door off is set at 63-63.5 Hz. Transfer load to emergency circuits.

3.Turn on appliances, lights, pumps, etc., that are on the emergency circuits in an attempt to fully load the generator. Be cautious not to overload the generator. Use the following chart as a guide:

 

Unit

120 Volts

240 Volts

 

 

7 kW

50.0 amps

25.0 amps

 

 

12 kW

100.0 amps

50.0 amps

 

 

15 kW

108.3 amps

54.2 amps

 

 

 

 

 

 

12

4.When 3/4 load has been achieved. Connect a fre- quency meter to the output lugs of the generator’s main line circuit breaker.

5.The fuel regulator is fitted with one (7 kW), or two (12 & 15 kW) adjustment screws. While watching the frequency meter, slowly turn the adjustment screw clockwise or counterclockwise one at a time until highest frequency is read on the meter. Only limited adjustment is available between the set pins. Under no circumstances should any of the pins be removed (Figures 2.1 and 2.2).

Figure 2.1 — Dual Fuel Regulators

V-twin

410

Adjustment

Adjustment

Set

Screw

Screw

(One Side

Pin

(Both Sides)

Only)

 

 

 

Set Pin

(Both Sides)

6.When the highest frequency is reached maximum power has been set. Then turn both adjustment screws 1/4 turn counterclockwise. Regulator is now set.

Figure 2.2 — Placement of Regulator

Adjustment Screw

7.Turn utility power to the main distribution panel back on. This can be done by switching the ser- vice main breaker to the on or closed position. Allow the generator to shut down.

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Guardian Technologies 04759-2, 04760-2, 04758-2 Adjusting The Regulator Natural Gas Only, 1 - Dual Fuel Regulators