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Installation Guidelines for Air-Cooled Generators

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1.2.1— General Hazards

For safety reasons, the manufacturer recommends that this equipment be installed by an independent Sales or 
Service Dealer or other competent, qualified electrician or installation technician who is familiar with applicable 
codes, standards and regulations. The operator also must comply with all such codes, standards and regula-
tions. Only an Independent Authorized Service Dealer is allowed to perform warranty service on this unit.

The engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, which can be DEADLY. This dangerous gas, if breathed in 
sufficient concentrations, can cause unconsciousness or even death. Do NOT alter or add to the exhaust system 
or do anything that might render the system unsafe or in noncompliance with applicable codes and standards.

Install a battery-operated carbon monoxide alarm indoors, according to manufacturer’s instructions/recommen-
dations.

Adequate, unobstructed flow of cooling and ventilating air is critical to correct generator operation. Do not alter 
the installation or permit even partial blockage of ventilation provisions, as this can seriously affect safe operation 
of the generator. 

The generator MUST be installed and operated outdoors only.

Keep hands, feet, clothing, etc., away from drive belts, fans, and other moving or hot parts. Never remove any 
drive belt or fan guard while the unit is operating.

When working on this equipment, remain alert at all times. Never work on the equipment when physically or men-
tally fatigued.

Inspect the generator regularly, and contact the nearest Dealer for parts needing repair or replacement.

Before performing any maintenance on the generator, disconnect its battery cables to prevent accidental start up. 
Disconnect the cable from the battery post indicated by a NEGATIVE, NEG or (–) first, then remove the POSI-
TIVE, POS or (+) cable. When reconnecting the cables, connect the POSITIVE cable first, the NEGATIVE cable 
last.

Never use the generator or any of its parts as a step. Stepping 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 this manual produce dangerous electrical voltages and can cause fatal electrical 
shock. Avoid contact with bare wires, terminals, connections, etc., while the unit is running. Ensure all appropri-
ate covers, guards and barriers are in place, secured and/or locked before operating the generator. If work must 
be done around an operating unit, stand on an insulated, dry surface to reduce shock hazard.

Do not handle any kind of electrical device while standing in water, while barefoot, or while hands or feet are wet. 
DANGEROUS ELECTRICAL SHOCK MAY RESULT.

The National Electrical Code (NEC) requires the frame and external electrically conductive parts of the generator 
to be connected to an approved earth ground. Local electrical codes also may require proper grounding of the 
generator electrical system.

After installing this home standby electrical system, the generator may crank and start at any time without warn-
ing. When this occurs, load circuits are transferred to the STANDBY (generator) power source. To prevent possi-
ble injury if such a start and transfer occur, always set the generator to the OFF mode, remove the 7.5A fuse 
adjacent to the generator control pad, and disconnect the battery before working on equipment.

In case of accident caused by electric shock, immediately shut down the source of electrical power. If this is not 
possible, attempt to free the victim from the live conductor. AVOID DIRECT CONTACT WITH THE VICTIM. Use 
a nonconducting implement, such as a dry rope or board, to free the victim from the live conductor. If the victim is 
unconscious, apply first aid and get immediate medical help.

Never wear jewelry when working on this equipment. Jewelry can conduct electricity resulting in electric shock, 
or may get caught in moving components causing injury.

1.2.3— Fire Hazards

For fire safety, the generator must be installed and maintained properly. Installation must always comply with 
applicable codes, standards, laws and regulations. Adhere strictly to local, state and national electrical and build-

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Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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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Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

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Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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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Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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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Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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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Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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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