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Installation Guidelines for Air-Cooled Generators

10.2 — Off Grid Mode Application Schematic

HOUSE

LOADS*

ENGINE

CONTROLLER

VOL

TAGE

REGULA

VR)

ENGINE

TTER

CHARGER

12 VOL

ENGINE

TTER

TERNA

TTER

CHARGER

INVER

TER

TWO-WIRE

TTER

VOL

TAGE

SENSING

DISTRIBUTION

ANEL

120/240V

DISTRIBUTION

ANEL

12V/24V/48V

TTER

12V/24V/48V

INVER

TER/CHARGER

*House Loads must be less than 10 kW or 2 hp

GENERA

HOUSE

LOADS*

120V/240V

CHARGER

SUPPL

TWO-WIRE

24/48V

12/24/36/48V

WIND

TURBINE

PHOT

VOL

TAIC

ANEL

120/240V

OUTPUT

ECOGEN -

TYPICAL

OFF-GRID

APPLICA

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Summary of Contents for 6103 EcoGen

Page 1: ...te owner s manual NOT INTENDED FOR USE IN CRITICAL LIFE SUPPORT APPLICATIONS ONLY QUALIFIED ELECTRICIANS OR CONTRACTORS SHOULD ATTEMPT INSTALLATION DEADLY EXHAUST FUMES OUTDOOR INSTALLATION ONLY To lo...

Page 2: ...haust and some of its constituents are known to the state of California to cause cancer birth defects and other reproductive harm WARNING California Proposition 65 This product contains or emits chemi...

Page 3: ...ing 8 2 4 Parts Shipped Loose 11 Section 3 Site Selection and Preparation 3 1 Site Selection 13 3 1 1 Installation Guidelines 14 3 2 Site Preparation 15 3 2 1 Material Sufficient for Level Installatio...

Page 4: ...Programmable Timers 33 7 5 1 Dealer Programmable 33 7 6 USB Port for Firmware Updates 33 7 7 Before Initial Start Up 34 7 7 1 Installation Wizard 34 7 7 2 Before Starting 36 7 8 Electrical Checks 36 7...

Page 5: ...mponents computer monitor TV etc Lighting Loads and Microwaves or loads less than 10 kW or 2 hp 1 1 1 Read This Manual Thoroughly The operator is responsible for proper and safe use of this equipment...

Page 6: ...e unit s installation site Safety should be stressed to all operators and potential operators of this equipment Study these SAFETY RULES carefully before installing operating or servicing this equipme...

Page 7: ...pping on the unit can stress and break parts and may result in dangerous operating conditions from leaking exhaust gases fuel leakage oil leakage etc 1 2 2 Electrical Hazards All generators covered by...

Page 8: ...local code for additional requirements for the area in which the unit is being installed Improper installation can result in personal injury and damage to the generator It may also result in the warr...

Page 9: ...Y 10038 15 ASAE EP 364 2 Installation and Maintenance of Farm Standby Electric Power This list is not all inclusive Check with the Authority Having Local Jurisdiction AHJ for any local codes or standa...

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Page 11: ...ntended for outdoor installation only If any loss or damage is noted at time of delivery have the person making the delivery note all damage on the freight bill or affix their signature under the cons...

Page 12: ...2 1 Figure 2 1 Unpack Generator 2 Remove four bolts with crating clamps Carefully lift the generator off the wooden pallet Do NOT drag the gener ator off the pallet or damage to the base will occur Se...

Page 13: ...s press down on the lid directly above the side lock and while holding the lid down use key to unlock the latch Repeat step on opposite side of enclosure NOTE The lid may appear stuck if pressure is n...

Page 14: ...tion area beneath and behind the control pad Fuel regulator Battery compartment Location of Loose Parts shipped Figure 2 5 Generator Back View Connection Area Under Control Pad Battery Compartment Fue...

Page 15: ...propriate owner s manual NOT INTENDED FOR USE IN CRITICAL LIFE SUPPORT APPLICATIONS ONLY QUALIFIED ELECTRICIANS OR CONTRACTORS SHOULD ATTEMPT INSTALLATION DEADLY EXHAUST FUMES OUTDOOR INSTALLATION ONL...

Page 16: ...Unpacking and Inspection 12 Installation Guidelines for Air Cooled Generators This page intentionally left blank...

Page 17: ...op should be a minimum of 60 in 1524 mm from any structure overhang or projec tions from the wall The generator should not be placed under a deck or other structure that is closed in and would limit o...

Page 18: ...all around The generator is typically placed on a concrete pad compacted pea gravel or crushed stone Check local codes to see what type is required If a concrete pad is required follow all federal st...

Page 19: ...inhibit plant growth For details see the installation draw ing within the owner s manual and Figure 3 1 Generator exhaust contains DEADLY carbon monoxide gas which can cause unconsciousness or death D...

Page 20: ...Fill with pea gravel crushed stone or any other non combustible material suf ficient for level installation Compact and level the material A concrete pad can be poured if required Make the concrete pa...

Page 21: ...on the dimensional information presented in Subsection 3 1 Site Selection NOTE Generator must be level within 0 5 inches 13 mm NOTE If the composite pad is removed for concrete mounting the fascia kit...

Page 22: ...crew two rubber mounts into threaded holes of end piece See A of Figure 4 3 3 Snap end piece into side piece See B of Figure 4 3 4 Fit rubber mounts in end piece into lifting holes at base of generato...

Page 23: ...mendations With LP gas use only the vapor withdrawal system which uses the vapors formed above the liquid fuel in the storage tank The engine has been fitted with a fuel carburetion system that meets...

Page 24: ...of providing sufficient fuel flow to include household appliances and all other loads Gaseous fuels such as natural gas and liquid propane gas are highly explosive Any spark can ignite these fuels an...

Page 25: ...2 LP Vapor Pipe Sizing The table indicates the maximum length measured in feet meters allowed for various pipe sizes The pipe sizes are measured by inside diameter ID to include any fittings valves mu...

Page 26: ...ns should be made by a certified plumber familiar with local codes Always use AGA approved gas pipe and a quality pipe sealant or joint compound 3 Verify the capacity of the natural gas meter or the L...

Page 27: ...ator does not cause a gas leak at one of the connection points It is important that the line be installed with as few bends as possible Configure the sediment trap if required as shown 6 Always instal...

Page 28: ...gas supply valve Figure 5 5 Check Pressure with Manometer Figure 5 6 Typical Natural Gas Installation Top Gas Pressure Test Port Fuel Pressure Regulator Gas Pressure Manometer 0000001 Manual Shut Off...

Page 29: ...ator is running smoothly a drop in gas pressure indicates that the supply is barely adequate to supply the generator s needs Changes in the generator load or additional gas demand by other appliances...

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Page 31: ...es 4 Strip insulation from wire ends Do not remove excessive insulation 5 To connect the control wires push down on the spring loaded connection point with a flat head screwdriver insert wire and rele...

Page 32: ...uirements are met run 2 wire start and T1 wires through wire shielding provided see Subsection 2 4 Parts Shipped Loose NOTE Regardless of whether unit is running or not keep T1 connected and energized...

Page 33: ...nect a suitably sized wire from the neu tral bar to the ground bar This is normally required when the generator is the source in a separately derived system It is not required when the generator is a...

Page 34: ...charge and retest if state of charge is below manufac turer s recommendations Replace battery if necessary 5 Install battery onto battery tray Always connect the positive battery cable first If the po...

Page 35: ...tch Repeat step on opposite side of enclosure Always unlock both the left and right side locks before attempting to lift the lid NOTE The lid may appear stuck if pressure is not applied as described A...

Page 36: ...ad and the electrical loads that are to be powered by the generator NOTE Never run the generator with any access panel removed Figure 7 2 Control Pad and LCD Screen 7 2 Auto Manual Off Feature Descrip...

Page 37: ...drive only The USB port is not intended for charging devices such as phones or laptops Do not connect any consumer electronics to the USB port Feature Description System Menus HOME Screen The system r...

Page 38: ...ard Ac vate me ENT or ESC to run in manual NOT ACTIVATED Language XXXXX To ac vate go to www ac vategen com English Espanol Francois Portugues Fuel Selec on XX Note Set Fuel Type Serial 1234567890 PAS...

Page 39: ...Blue Manual light flashes then the Green Auto light flashes Sequence does this twice When update is complete the unit returns to Install Wizard menu When the controller powers up the very first screen...

Page 40: ...engine to stall 5 Connect an accurate AC voltmeter and a frequency meter across the output terminals of the generator Voltage should be 220 242 VAC depending on load at a frequency of 59 5 60 5 Hertz...

Page 41: ...r will shut down 12 Place the disconnect switch to the ON Closed position 7 10 Checking Automatic Operation 1 Press AUTO on the control pad The system is now ready for automatic operation 2 Verify tha...

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Page 43: ...Defective spark plug s 3 Fuel regulator not set 4 Fuel pressure incorrect 5 Fuel selector in wrong position 1 Check replace air cleaner 2 Clean re gap or replace plug s 3 Set fuel regulator 4 Confirm...

Page 44: ...r to adjust from 2 to 1500 seconds LOW OIL PRESSURE RED Unit will not start in AUTO with 2 wire start signal Check the LEDs Screen for alarms Check oil level Add oil per Owner s Manual Contact servici...

Page 45: ...ler if battery is GOOD Replace battery If CHECK BATTERY is displayed BATTERY PROBLEM YELLOW Yellow LED illuminated in any state Check screen for additional information Contact servicing dealer CHARGER...

Page 46: ...own during operation or starting Check the LEDs Screen for alarms Probable causes are 1 Replace AVR filter Inspect fan 2 Intake or exhaust air path is blocked Check intake and exhaust 3 The BIG fan is...

Page 47: ...INGERS AWAY FROM FAN HOUS ING PERSONAL INJURY CAN OCCUR IF FAN IS RUN NING Contact servicing dealer 4 Air leak in AVR enclosure Contact servicing dealer 5 Engine running too hot Inspect air intake and...

Page 48: ...large load is supplied Total load is too big for the generator Loads must be less than 10 kW or 2 hp when operating under 3600 rpm Contact installing dealer to correct installation Output voltage is...

Page 49: ...This portal is accessible via computer tablet or smart phone Sends emails and or text notifications the moment there is any change in the generator s sta tus Notification settings can be customized to...

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Page 51: ...ROOF ALL DIMENSIONS IN MILLIMETERS INCHES A CONCRETE PAD OPTIONAL MOUNTING TO HOLE LOCATIONS FOR TOP VIEW 16 0 5 8 DIA CLEARANCE HOLE 2 PLACES 3 8 DIA MASONRY ANCHOR BOLTS RECOMMENDED AIR INTAKE AIR...

Page 52: ...TERNATOR BATTERY CHARGER INVERTER TWO WIRE START BATTERY VOLTAGE SENSING AC DISTRIBUTION PANEL 120 240V DC DISTRIBUTION PANEL 12V 24V 48V BATTERY 12V 24V 48V INVERTER CHARGER House Loads must be less...

Page 53: ...lation Guidelines for Air Cooled Generators 49 10 3 Oil Make Up System Schematic OIL MAKE UP SYSTEM SCHEMATIC NOT TO SCALE VENT HOSE ENGINE OUT HOSE ENGINE IN HOSE TO OIL PUMP COOLER IN HOSE COOLER OU...

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