background image

24

Generator Sizing Instructions:

There is not a single correct sizing solution. Following are several methods that, when mixed 
with good judgement, should result in an appropriately sized generator. Remember to consider 
load growth, seasonality, and effects of starting motors.

As municipalities and states adopt the new 2011 NEC Electrical Code, there may be new sizing 
requirements, spelled out in the code book, which the installation technician must follow. Always 
check with the local inspection department to confirm which code cycle will affect your install.

Never add amps when sizing a generator. Convert amps to kW and add kW to determine  
the required generator size. Power factors for various motor loads vary widely. Adding  
amps without properly accounting for the power factor and/or mixing voltages will result in  
improperly sizing the generator.

When motors start, they create a current surge that step loads the generator and creates a 
voltage dip. After selecting a generator, reference the generator's surge capability using 

table 3

Verify that voltage dip is adequate for the application. Most commercial applications should be 
limited to about 15%  voltage dip and residential applications should be limited to a 30% voltage 
dip.

Some applications utilize an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to back up critical loads. Please 
read sizing guide for this load type.

Measurement Method                                                                                                          

Use a clamp-on amp meter or power analyzer to measure facility load levels. Clamp each leg 
separately and take the measurement during peak usage levels. 

240V 1ø Applications:

 To determine peak usage in kW, add the highest amp readings from the 

two legs, multiply by 120 and divide by 1,000.  
 

(L1 + L2)120 / 1000 

Size the generator 10 to 20% larger than the peak measured load. 

3ø Applications:

 Add the peak amp readings from all three legs and divide by 3 to determine 

peak amps. Multiply peak Amps by volts,  multiply the result by 1.732 (square root of 3), then 
divide by 1000 to convert amps to kW. 
 

Peak Amps = 

(L1 + L2 + L3) / 3 

 

kW = 

[(Peak amps x Volts) x 1.732] / 1000* 

 

*Assumes power factor of 1.0 

Size the generator 20 to 25% larger than the peak measured load. 

Peak amps = _____________        Peak kW= _____________

 

Determining Existing Loads/Billing History Method       220.87 NEC 20
11                                                                          

Many customers have a utility rate structure that has a peak demand charge. Using a year's 
worth of electric bills, size the generator 25% larger than the largest peak demand. 

Verify motor and UPS load compatibility.        Peak Demand = _______

Load Summation Method                                                                                                  

1)   Enter running kW for all motor loads (except the largest) expected to run during peak load   

levels into 

table 6

. Refer to

 table 1

 for typical motor load sizes and electrical require-

ments.

2)   Enter kW for all non-motor loads expected to run during peak load levels into

 table 7

. Refer to  

table 2

 for typical residential loads and rules of thumb.

3)   Add the running motor load kW, non-motor load kW, and the starting kW of the largest  

motor load.

Motor load running total (minus largest motor): 

_______________ kW (ref. table 8) 

Non-motor load total: 

 

 

_______________ kW (ref. table 9) 

Starting load from largest cycling motor:   

_______________ kW (ref. table 8) 

Total electrical loads: 

 

                     = ______________ kW

Select generator:  

Commercial (add 20 to 25% to total kW) 

 

 

 

Residential (add 10 to 20% to total kW)

4)  Confirm that voltage dip is within acceptable limits by comparing motor LRA to generator surge  

capability (see table #3).

5) Confirm UPS compatibility (see page 6).

System Capacity – Load Calculation                                                                                                          

If the local municipality or state you are in has adopted the 2011 NEC Code, you may be 
required to use this step. Article 702 of the 2011 NEC includes a new requirement for sizing 
(702.4). If no other method for sizing is acceptable, sizing of the generator shall be made in 
accordance with Article 220 of the NEC. The system capacity estimating sheet will guide you 
through this process.

PMM Load Control Module                                     702.4 (B) (2) (a) NEC 

2011                                                                                                          

The PMM Load Control Module is a 50 amp contact housed in a NEMA 3R enclosure 

for indoor and outdoor installation applications. Through the use 
of the PMM Modules in conjunction with any of the 100–400 
amp Sync Smart Switches, household or business loads can be 
intelligently managed enabling the use of a smaller, more efficient 
generator system. Up to four PMM Modules can be used with a 
single switch.

Ball  Park  Estimates  (Do  not  use  for  final  sizing)                                                                 

Estimate based on 60% service size: (commercial)

240 Volts, 1 Ø: __________  Amps x .15 = __________ kW 
208 Volts, 3 Ø: __________  Amps x .22 = __________ kW 
240 Volts, 3 Ø: __________  Amps x .25 = __________ kW 
480 Volts, 3 Ø: __________  Amps x .50 = __________ kW

Estimate based on 40% service size: (residential)

240 Volts, 1 Ø: __________  Amps x .10 = __________ kW 
208 Volts, 3 Ø: __________  Amps x .15 = __________ kW 
240 Volts, 3 Ø: __________  Amps x .17 = __________ kW 
480 Volts, 3 Ø: __________  Amps x .34 = __________ kW

Estimate  based  on  square  footage                                                           

Fast food, convenience stores,  

kW = 50 kW + 10 watts/sq. ft. 

restaurants, grocery stores

Other commercial applications 

kW = 30 kW + 5 watts/sq. ft.

Square footage = __________     Estimated kW = __________

Project Layout

Содержание 6261

Страница 1: ...Sizing Guide Automatic Home Standby Generators ...

Страница 2: ...electrical equipment comprising the load When analyzing the electrical load consult the manufacturer s nameplate on each major appliance or piece of equipment to determine its starting and running requirements in terms of watts amps and voltage When choosing the generator output for commercial or industrial applications select a rating that is approximately 20 to 25 higher than the peak load for e...

Страница 3: ...apor Installation and Fuel Pipe Sizing LP Vapor 8 Table 6 LP Vapor LPV Tank Sizing and Table 7 Generator Fuel Consumption 9 UPS Generator Compatibility 10 Typical Generator Transfer Switch Combinations 11 12 NEC 700 701 702 Comparison 13 Electrical Formulas Weights and Measures 14 Selected Circuit Load Calculator 15 16 19 20 23 24 27 28 System Capacity Load Calculator 17 18 21 22 25 26 29 30 ...

Страница 4: ... Ton 120 000 BTU 5 Hp x2 10 49 33 28 14 145 97 84 42 10 Ton 120 000 BTU 10 Hp 10 49 33 28 14 250 167 144 72 15 Ton 180 000 BTU 7 5 Hp x2 15 74 49 42 21 219 146 126 63 15 Ton 180 000 BTU 15 Hp 15 74 49 42 21 375 250 217 108 20 Ton 240 000 BTU 10 Hp x2 20 98 65 57 28 250 167 144 72 20 Ton 240 000 BTU 20 Hp 20 n a 65 57 28 500 333 289 144 25 Ton 300 000 BTU 25 25 n a 82 71 35 625 416 361 180 30 Ton 3...

Страница 5: ... 5 n a 19 General lighting and receptacles per 1000 ft2 3 24 9 n a Blow dryer 1 25 10 4 n a Dishwasher 1 5 12 5 n a Microwave 1 8 3 n a Toasters 1 8 3 n a Home Entertainment Center 1 8 3 n a Computer 1 8 3 n a Kitchen 1 5 12 5 n a Laundry 1 5 12 5 n a Non Motor Load Reference Commercial Please refer to equipment data plate and or billing history for commercial details Always check data plate for a...

Страница 6: ...nning Amps Maximum Surge Capability Size kW 240V 1Ø 208V 3Ø 240V 3Ø 480V 3Ø 240V 1Ø 208V 3Ø 240V 3Ø 480V 3Ø 25 113 87 75 n a 265 221 192 n a 35 146 121 105 52 225 210 182 87 45 188 156 135 68 321 269 233 112 70 292 243 210 105 550 471 408 201 100 417 347 300 150 738 452 426 261 130 542 451 390 195 1088 885 767 419 Note All nominal ratings based upon LP fuel Refer to specification sheet for NG rati...

Страница 7: ... based on black pipe Table 4A Natural Gas 5 to 7 of Water Column Table values are maximum pipe run in feet Table 4B Natural Gas 3 5 to 5 of Water Column Table values are maximum pipe run in feet BTU and Pressure Decal Flex Fuel Line Safety Shut Off with Pressure Port For Underground Installations Verify Piping System for Code Compliance Size Meter for Generator Load Plus ALL Appliances Check Dista...

Страница 8: ... Check Distance with Regulator Manufacturer Primary Regulator Per LP Provider Flex Fuel Line Size gas pipe from secondary regulator with Generator Sizing Guide or to local codes Safety Shut Off with Pressure Port Secondary Regulator Vented 5 from Generator High Pressure Pipe Sized per LP Provider Size Tank Large Enough to Provide Required BTU s for Generator and ALL Connected Appliance Loads Be Su...

Страница 9: ... Required for Common Appliances Appliance Approximate Input BTU Hr Warm Air Furnace Single Family Multifamily per unit 60 000 120 000 40 000 60 000 Hydronic Boiler Space Heating Single Family Multifamily per unit 80 000 140 000 50 000 80 000 Hydronic Boiler Space and Water Heating Single Family Multifamily per unit 100 000 200 000 50 000 100 000 Range Free Standing Domestic Built In Oven or Broile...

Страница 10: ...ble conversion UPS s constantly rectify AC to DC and then invert the DC back into AC This configuration results in an output that corrects for voltage and frequency deviations There are single and three phase models covering small through large applications Most UPS applications larger than 5000 VA use double conversion technology This approach is also the preferred technology for generator applic...

Страница 11: ...ircuit Pre wired Transfer Switch RTSV100A3 100 amp Normal Sync Smart Switch RTSG100A3 100 amp Service Rated Sync Smart Switch RTSG150A3 150 amp Service Rated Sync Smart Switch RTSV200A3 200 amp Normal Sync Smart Switch RTSG200A3 200 amp Service Rated Sync Smart Switch RTSE100A3CSAH 100 amp CSA Service Rated Switch RTSE200A3CSAH 200 amp CSA Service Rated Switch 6262 20 kW Air Cooled Generator Alumi...

Страница 12: ...e Rated Switch HT04554ANAX 45 kW Liquid Cooled Generator Aluminum RTSG100A3 100 amp Normal Sync Smart Switch RTSL100A3 100 amp Service Rated Sync Smart Switch RTSG200A3 200 amp Normal Sync Smart Switch RTSL200A3 200 amp Service Rated Sync Smart Switch RTSE100A3CSAH 100 amp CSA Service Rated Switch RTSE200A3CSAH 200 amp CSA Service Rated Switch RTSV400A3 400 amp Normal Sync Smart Switch RTSG400A3 4...

Страница 13: ... No NFPA 110 Signaling Yes Optional annunciator Yes Optional annunciator No Signs At service Yes Type location Yes Type location Yes Type location At neutral to ground bonding Yes if remote Yes if remote Yes if remote Wiring kept independent Yes No No Fire protection ref 700 9d Yes 1000 persons or 75 building No No Maximum power outage 10 sec 60 sec N A Retransfer delay 15 min setting 15 min setti...

Страница 14: ...14 ...

Страница 15: ...7 5 starting kW HP x 3 Starting kW for HP 7 5 starting kW HP x 2 Starting kW for loading with no listed HP calculate HP based on running amps in the chart on the right TABLE 9 Motor Load Table refer to Table 1 Device Amps kW Recommended Generator Size ________ Refer to Generator Sizing Instructions on other side of this sheet INSTALL NOTES 1 Suggested concrete pad minimum thickness of 4 with 6 ove...

Страница 16: ...UPS load compatibility Peak Demand _______ Load Summation Method 1 Enter running kW for all motor loads except the largest expected to run during peak load levels into table 6 Refer to table 1 for typical motor load sizes and electrical require ments 2 Enter kW for all non motor loads expected to run during peak load levels into table 7 Refer to table 2 for typical residential loads and rules of t...

Страница 17: ...ITIONING LOADS 220 82 C Include the largest of the following six selections kVA load in calculation Air Conditioning and Cooling 220 82 C 1 100 of nameplate rating Heat Pumps Without Supplemental Electric Heating 220 82 C 2 100 of nameplate rating Heat Pumps With Supplemental Electric Heating 220 82 C 3 100 of nameplate rating of the heat pump compressor 65 of nameplate rating of supplemental elec...

Страница 18: ... for multiple cooking appliances 100 Wall Mounted Oven 100 Counter Mounted Cooking Surface 100 Water Heater 100 Clothes Dryer 100 Garage Door Opener 100 Septic Grinder 100 Other list 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 Total General Loads VA kW HEAT A C LOAD A C Cooling Equipment 100 Heat Pump Compressor if not included as A C 100 Supplemental Electric Heat 65 Electric Space Heating Less than ...

Страница 19: ...7 5 starting kW HP x 3 Starting kW for HP 7 5 starting kW HP x 2 Starting kW for loading with no listed HP calculate HP based on running amps in the chart on the right TABLE 9 Motor Load Table refer to Table 1 Device Amps kW Recommended Generator Size ________ Refer to Generator Sizing Instructions on other side of this sheet INSTALL NOTES 1 Suggested concrete pad minimum thickness of 4 with 6 ove...

Страница 20: ...UPS load compatibility Peak Demand _______ Load Summation Method 1 Enter running kW for all motor loads except the largest expected to run during peak load levels into table 6 Refer to table 1 for typical motor load sizes and electrical require ments 2 Enter kW for all non motor loads expected to run during peak load levels into table 7 Refer to table 2 for typical residential loads and rules of t...

Страница 21: ...ITIONING LOADS 220 82 C Include the largest of the following six selections kVA load in calculation Air Conditioning and Cooling 220 82 C 1 100 of nameplate rating Heat Pumps Without Supplemental Electric Heating 220 82 C 2 100 of nameplate rating Heat Pumps With Supplemental Electric Heating 220 82 C 3 100 of nameplate rating of the heat pump compressor 65 of nameplate rating of supplemental elec...

Страница 22: ... for multiple cooking appliances 100 Wall Mounted Oven 100 Counter Mounted Cooking Surface 100 Water Heater 100 Clothes Dryer 100 Garage Door Opener 100 Septic Grinder 100 Other list 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 Total General Loads VA kW HEAT A C LOAD A C Cooling Equipment 100 Heat Pump Compressor if not included as A C 100 Supplemental Electric Heat 65 Electric Space Heating Less than ...

Страница 23: ...7 5 starting kW HP x 3 Starting kW for HP 7 5 starting kW HP x 2 Starting kW for loading with no listed HP calculate HP based on running amps in the chart on the right TABLE 9 Motor Load Table refer to Table 1 Device Amps kW Recommended Generator Size ________ Refer to Generator Sizing Instructions on other side of this sheet INSTALL NOTES 1 Suggested concrete pad minimum thickness of 4 with 6 ove...

Страница 24: ...UPS load compatibility Peak Demand _______ Load Summation Method 1 Enter running kW for all motor loads except the largest expected to run during peak load levels into table 6 Refer to table 1 for typical motor load sizes and electrical require ments 2 Enter kW for all non motor loads expected to run during peak load levels into table 7 Refer to table 2 for typical residential loads and rules of t...

Страница 25: ...ITIONING LOADS 220 82 C Include the largest of the following six selections kVA load in calculation Air Conditioning and Cooling 220 82 C 1 100 of nameplate rating Heat Pumps Without Supplemental Electric Heating 220 82 C 2 100 of nameplate rating Heat Pumps With Supplemental Electric Heating 220 82 C 3 100 of nameplate rating of the heat pump compressor 65 of nameplate rating of supplemental elec...

Страница 26: ... for multiple cooking appliances 100 Wall Mounted Oven 100 Counter Mounted Cooking Surface 100 Water Heater 100 Clothes Dryer 100 Garage Door Opener 100 Septic Grinder 100 Other list 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 Total General Loads VA kW HEAT A C LOAD A C Cooling Equipment 100 Heat Pump Compressor if not included as A C 100 Supplemental Electric Heat 65 Electric Space Heating Less than ...

Страница 27: ...7 5 starting kW HP x 3 Starting kW for HP 7 5 starting kW HP x 2 Starting kW for loading with no listed HP calculate HP based on running amps in the chart on the right TABLE 9 Motor Load Table refer to Table 1 Device Amps kW Recommended Generator Size ________ Refer to Generator Sizing Instructions on other side of this sheet INSTALL NOTES 1 Suggested concrete pad minimum thickness of 4 with 6 ove...

Страница 28: ...UPS load compatibility Peak Demand _______ Load Summation Method 1 Enter running kW for all motor loads except the largest expected to run during peak load levels into table 6 Refer to table 1 for typical motor load sizes and electrical require ments 2 Enter kW for all non motor loads expected to run during peak load levels into table 7 Refer to table 2 for typical residential loads and rules of t...

Страница 29: ...ITIONING LOADS 220 82 C Include the largest of the following six selections kVA load in calculation Air Conditioning and Cooling 220 82 C 1 100 of nameplate rating Heat Pumps Without Supplemental Electric Heating 220 82 C 2 100 of nameplate rating Heat Pumps With Supplemental Electric Heating 220 82 C 3 100 of nameplate rating of the heat pump compressor 65 of nameplate rating of supplemental elec...

Страница 30: ... for multiple cooking appliances 100 Wall Mounted Oven 100 Counter Mounted Cooking Surface 100 Water Heater 100 Clothes Dryer 100 Garage Door Opener 100 Septic Grinder 100 Other list 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 Total General Loads VA kW HEAT A C LOAD A C Cooling Equipment 100 Heat Pump Compressor if not included as A C 100 Supplemental Electric Heat 65 Electric Space Heating Less than ...

Страница 31: ...31 Notes ...

Страница 32: ...3187 1 855 GEN INFO 436 4636 www honeywellgenerators com 0194900HWL Revised July 2013 Generac Power Systems Inc All rights reserved Specifications subject to change without notice The Honeywell Trademark is used under license from Honeywell International Inc ...

Отзывы: