OPERATION AND
INSTALLATION
GUIDE
FOR MODELS:
SPS-100, SPH-120, SPS-120, & SPV-160
GILLETTE GENERATORS
AUTOMATIC POWER SYSTEMS
Page 1: ...OPERATION AND INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR MODELS SPS 100 SPH 120 SPS 120 SPV 160 GILLETTE GENERATORS AUTOMATIC POWER SYSTEMS...
Page 2: ...tural Gas NG 12 13 Gaseous Dry Fuel System Liquid Propane Gas LPG 14 15 Prepare for Generator Operation 15 18 Access to Interior Battery Selection Installation Electricians Wiring Installation Final P...
Page 3: ...procedure is used and is not recommended by GILLETTE the person or company responsible for the generator modification must assume all responsibility for safety and correct operation for the operator s...
Page 4: ...AU TIONS Starting batteries are not furnished with your generator set but they are available through your installing contractor The home standby generator requires a Group 36 12 VDC fully charged batt...
Page 5: ...running engine produces a poisonous gas from its muffler exhaust pipe This is an odorless in visible and colorless poison that cannot easily be detected Breathing carbon monoxide will cause fa tigue h...
Page 6: ...ical output shows sparks smokes emits flames vibrates or shows any other abnormal operation Do not modify generator design Do not modify carburetion system as it is factory set for C A R B EPA emissio...
Page 7: ...ibility of the sepa rate manufacturers of the ATS PRE INSTALLATION PLANNING The beginning installation requires some thought and planning The following illustrations are meant to fa miliarize reader w...
Page 8: ...ther air intakes should be minimum 10 feet from exhaust end 6 Windows and doors on adjacent walls to be closed at all times during generator operation 7 Nearest roof overhang vent should be 10 feet fr...
Page 9: ...best place for these two neutrals to meet generator and utility neutral is in the auto matic transfer switch However still connect gen set mechani cal ground to the stake All factory gen sets have a...
Page 10: ...with the entire generator set 11 12 VDC battery charger Installer must connect 120 volt 1 phase utility power to this charger 12 Oil drain with flexible drain hose NOTE Change oil after every 50 hour...
Page 11: ...to normal operation C Hour Meter Total hours of use and is used as service reminder D Main Line Circuit Breaker UL 146 circuit breaker will trip open upon short circuits or overloads KNOWYOUR SYSTEM C...
Page 12: ...sure must be 6 to 8 inches water column 4 to 4 ounces and minimum 1000 BTU rating per cubic foot hour Figure 1 BTU Values based on 1000 BTU s per cubic foot Gas supplier may need to know Nat Gas consu...
Page 13: ...l new installations plus any future repair or troubleshooting procedures must include a natural gas manometer test This test should be conducted after all other natural gas appliances have been turned...
Page 14: ...135 cu ft can be de livered over a 50 ft distance with a 1 diameter fuel pipe INSTALLER S RESPONSIBILITY Use Figure 4 chart to learn cubic feet hour value of generator to be installed Use Figure 5 cha...
Page 15: ...LPG tank are reasonably close 20 Ft to 50 Ft as it results in short runs for both electric wires and LPG fuel lines When these two identities are far apart always choose to locate generator as close t...
Page 16: ...jobsite A fully charged battery must test at 12 5 13 0 volts DC Also the correct battery for models SPH 85 SPH 100 SPH 120 and SPV 160 must have lug terminals to match lug battery cables for a bolt to...
Page 17: ...tery charger before working on battery terminals A battery can cause a chemical burn Before working on a battery follow safe procedures Wear full eye protection and protective clothing When battery el...
Page 18: ...unction The generator will not ex ercise in this position TEST position will start the engine but will not dis connect utility power from the transfer switch This position is used for testing the gene...
Page 19: ...re position this LPG venture For natural gas operation remove the carburetor flexible fuel line from LP stamped brass fitting and dead end brass cap from NG stamped brass fitting Attach fuel line to...
Page 20: ...r switch ATS STEP 2 Turn the MODE SELECTOR switch located on the control panel from OFF RESET position to TEST position This will establish the first engine start cycle With the ENGINE RUNNING lamp lo...
Page 21: ...rong enough to perform under this demanding scenario However if the load is 75 or more induc tive large motors UPS systems large air condition ers it may be necessary to install a time delay de vice a...
Page 22: ...or Inspect the debris guard on engine air intake to insure no obstructions have accumulated Inspect radiator liquid cooled sets to insure no debris accumulation has occurred Some generator models have...
Page 23: ...L CONNECTION THERE ARE TWO KNOCK OUT HOLES ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE OF GENERATOR END BOTH HOLES ARE FOR 3 4 CONDUIT GENERATOR END VIEW CONTROL DOOR PANEL THIS PANEL IS HERE TO HELP WITH INITIAL WIRING I...
Page 24: ...POLY BASE AS SHOWN USING 5 16 18 HEX NUT TO LOCK BOLT IN PLACE INSTALL GEN SET AND METAL BASE ONTO EXTENEDED 5 16 18 BOLT AND SECURE WITH LARGE FLAT WASHER AND HEX NUT CAUTION TIGHTEN NUT ONLY TO HOLD...
Page 25: ...IS A 3 4 THREADED PIPE FOR CONNECTION ELECTRICAL CONNECTION THERE ARE THREE PLUGGED HOLES ONE ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE AND ONE ON THE LEFT HAND SIDE OF GENERATOR END BOTH HOLES ARE FOR 3 4 CONDUIT FULL...
Page 26: ...NOT ENERGIZED GAS REGULATOR NOT OPENING SPARK PLUG IS DEFECTIVE OR SPARK PLUG WIRE IS DEFECTIVE OR DISCONNECTED VENTS IN GAS REGULATOR IS PLUGGED UP C ENGINE RUNS ERRATIC AIR CLEANER IS DIRTY AND NEED...
Page 27: ...START STOP HIGH TEMPERATURE DRY START STOP CONTACTS FROM OTHER EQUIPMENT NEUTRAL ENCLOSURE GROUND MECHANICAL GROUND LOAD SIDE 120 240 VAC AND NEUTRAL CONNECT TO TRANSFER SW GROUND STAKE FOR CONTROLLE...
Page 28: ...LINES X YEARLY FUEL LINES X YEARLY CONNECTOR JOINTS X YEARLY EXHAUST MUFFLER X EVERY 6 MONTHS SPARK ARRESTOR X EVERY 6 MONTHS FLEX LINE X EVERY 6 MONTHS LEAKAGE X EVERY 6 MONTHS JOINT CLAMPS X EVERY 6...
Page 29: ...g table to keep a record of all periodic and unscheduled maintenance and service See Ser vice Schedule Record the name address and phone number of your authorized GILLETTE service center DATE HOUR MET...
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