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INTRODUCTION

              

This  manual  contains  important  setup  and  operator  in-
structions.    Please  read  all  instructions  before  starting 
and operating the generator.                                                 

 

OPERATOR MANUAL USAGE

  

Congratulations,  and  thank  you  for  choosing  the  Roof 
Pro  12000  Generator  for  your  application.    You  have 
selected  a  high  quality  and  precision  engineered  prod-
uct that has been designed to provide years of satisfac-
tory service.   

To  get  the  best  performance  from  your  new  generator/
engine  set,  it  is  important  that  you  carefully  read  and 
follow the operating instructions in this manual.  Should 
you experience any problems, then please see page 10 
for the  

Troubleshooting  Hints’

 section of this manual, 

and/or call 844-862-7880 for technical support.

 

PROPER INSTALLATION & USAGE

 

You must be sure your new generator/engine set is: 

 

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Properly serviced before starting. 

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Operated in a well ventilated area. 

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Properly exhausted and gases safely dispersed.

 

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Operated only for its designed purposes.

 

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Properly maintained. 

 

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Used only by operators who understand its operation.

 

 

SERIAL NUMBER INFORMATION 

No  other  Industrial  Heat  Sources  generator  has  the  same 

serial number as yours.  It is important that  you record the 

serial number, and additional vital information.  Should you 

need  to  contact  us,  this  information  will  help  us  to  provide 

you with faster and more efficient service. 

 

Model Number:  ___________________________________ 

  

Serial Number:  ___________________________________ 

 

Purchase Date:  ___________________________________ 

 

Dealer Name:  ____________________________________ 

 

Dealer Telephone Number:  __________________________

 

 

SPECIFICATIONS

 

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Volts: 120/240 

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Amps: 90/45 

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Continuous Watts: 10800 

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Surge Watts: 12000 

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Amps 90/45 

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Engine Honda GX630R VXE1 

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Generator Mecc Alte Spa S20FS-160/A 

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Three 120-volt receptacles (NEMA 5-20R, 20AMP) 

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One 240-volt receptacle (NEMA 6-50R, 50AMP) 

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Independent GFCI - protected receptacles 

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425-volt, heavy-duty capacitors 

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25-amp, 1,200-volt diodes  

 
 

                

SAFETY INFORMATION

 

 

This  generator/engine  set  has  been  designed  and  manu-

factured  to  allow  safe  and  reliable  performance.    Poor 

maintenance,  improper,  or  careless  use  can  result  in  po-

tentially deadly hazards; from electrical shock, exhaust gas 

asphyxiation,  or  fire.    Please  read  all  safety  instructions 

carefully  before  installation or use.   Keep  these instruction 

handy for future reference.  Take special note and follow all 

warnings on the unit labels, as well as in the manuals. 

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

 

Introduction 

Pg. 2 

Basic Information                                    
- Proper Use & Installation                           
- Specifications                                    
- Safety Information 

Pg. 2 

3                           

ANSI Safety Section                            
- Testing Policy                                      
- Intended Usage                                - 
- Restricted  Usage 

Pg. 3 - 4                                                                                            

                                                                                                           

Unit Capabilities                                    
- Generator Connections                       
- Starting  Electric Motors 

Pg. 4 - 5 

Preparing The Unit - Unpacking          
- Lubricating                                         
- Gasoline Usage                                 
- Battery Installation                              
- Battery Charging                                
- Optional Dolly Kit                                
- Oil Alert System                                 
- Initial  Startup 

Pg. 5 - 6 

Warranty Information 

Pg. 12 

- Basic Operation                                   
- Electric Starting                                 
- Stopping 

Storage                             

- Operating Speed                               
- Connecting the Loads                        
- Grounding the Unit                             
- Wiring                                                 
- Engine Care                                       
- Generator Care 

Pg. 6 - 9 

Maintenance Log 

Pg. 11 

Troubleshooting 

Pg. 10 

Summary of Contents for Roof Pro 12000

Page 1: ...1 Roof Pro 12000 Portable Generator Operators Manual ...

Page 2: ..._______________ Purchase Date ___________________________________ Dealer Name ____________________________________ Dealer Telephone Number __________________________ SPECIFICATIONS Volts 120 240 Amps 90 45 Continuous Watts 10800 Surge Watts 12000 Amps 90 45 Engine Honda GX630R VXE1 Generator Mecc Alte Spa S20FS 160 A Three 120 volt receptacles NEMA 5 20R 20AMP One 240 volt receptacle NEMA 6 50R 50...

Page 3: ...ow its proper use Fire extinguishers rated ABC by NFPA are ap propriate e Store fuel only in an approved container and only in a well ventilated area f Follow local codes for closeness to combustible material 3 DEADLY EXHAUST GAS Exhaust fumes from any gasoline powered engine contains carbon monoxide An invisible odorless and deadly gas that must be mixed with fresh air a Operate only in well vent...

Page 4: ...o operate at 50 cycles These units are designed and governed to operate at 60 cycles only UNIT CAPABILITIES 1 GENERATOR CONNECTIONS WL12000HE 120 volt and 240 volt receptacles are pro vided for connection to various loads The diagram below represents a 12 000 watt maximum output generator Receptacles A and B are the two 120 volt duplex recep tacles Up to 6 000 watts at 120 volts 50 Amps can be tak...

Page 5: ...er lubri cant are considered abuse and are not covered by the generator and or engine manufacturers warranty GASOLINE USAGE 1 When using gasoline always use a good grade of un leaded fuel This engine is certified to operate on unlead ed gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher Gasoline containing no more than 10 ethanol E10 or 5 methanol by volume may be used 2 In addition methanol must ...

Page 6: ... speed set at 3690 RPM Only a trained service technician should be allowed to adjust this speed setting NOTICE ENGINE START LOCKOUT This unit will not start if it is low on oil The lubricating oil level must be at the full mark before the engine will start and run BASIC OPERATION ELECTRIC STARTING If the engine is cold and stiff or if the battery is not fully charged starting can be made easier by...

Page 7: ...ads See the following Load vs Output chart The speed of the engine was carefully adjusted at the fac tory so that the generator produces the proper voltage and frequency For normal usage the speed setting should not be changed If the generator is being run continuously on a very light load it is often advisable to lower the operating speed slightly Whenever making any speed adjustments check the u...

Page 8: ...cle A 4 wire receptacle two hot one ground and one neu tral has been provided on the control panel for use in temporary power applications requiring 120 240 volt power Consult a licensed electrician for wiring the Tempower Plug and connecting it as temporary ser vice To connect these units directly to an un powered isolated construction site Tempower Panel have your electrician connect to the cont...

Page 9: ...signed to collect store and dis pose of fuel vapors created in the fuel tank fuel sys tem Remove and clean or replace the filter on the canister when maintaining your air filter The canister will last the life of the unit GENERATOR CARE Proper care and maintenance of the generator is neces sary to ensure a long trouble free life 1 Exercising The Generator The generator should be operated every thr...

Page 10: ...___________________________________ 3 CIRCUIT BREAKER TRIPS Defective Load Defective Receptacle _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 4 VOLTAGE TOO HIGH Engine Speed is Too High ______________________________________________________________________________________...

Page 11: ...11 DATE HOURS ITEM WORK PERFORMED MAINTENANCE LOG ...

Page 12: ...ncidental or consequential damages Note Some states do not allow limitation on the duration of implied warranty and some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations may not apply in every instance This warranty gives you specific legal rights which may vary from state to state Industrial Heat Sources Inc reserves the right to chan...

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