Global Power Technologies
GENERAL INFORMATION
05585 rev11 | Model 8550-SD
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Set Power
The power level to which the Power Unit is set up at non-standard
temperatures so that it produces Rated Power when the temperature
returns to standard.
Thermal Cut-off (TCO)
A safety device used to shut down the TEG during a cabinet
overtemperature event.
2.2
DATA PLATE
The data plate shows important information about the TEG and can be used as a quick reference
point when performing service or contacting GPT. It is located on the inside of the cabinet door.
When contacting GPT, indicate both the complete Model Number and Serial Number of your TEG.
Figure 1 – Data Plate
The information indicated on the data plate are as follows:
Design Altitude
Maximum permitted altitude that the TEG should be operated at.
Fuel Input Rating
Maximum permitted energy rate to the generator.
Inlet Pressure
Minimum and maximum levels of inlet fuel pressure permitted.
Burner Fuel Pressure
Minimum and maximum levels of burner fuel pressure permitted.
TEG Model Number
The TEG’s model number. Refer to the model tree on Figure 2
for an
explanation of the model number.
Fuel Type
The type of fuel that the TEG’s fuel system is designed for and was
tested with.
L = Propane; N = Natural Gas