Summary of Contents for Generac Power Systems 006071-0
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Models: 006071-0, 006072-0 Owner's Manual Stationary Emergency Generator WARNING CANCER AND REPRODUCTIVE HARM www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. (000393a) WARNING Breathing diesel engine exhaust exposes you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Table of Contents Introduction ..............1 Installation ..............8 Read This Manual Thoroughly ..............1 STANDBY GENERATOR INSTALLATION ..........8 Operation and Maintenance ..............1 NFPA Standards ................8 How to Obtain Service .................1 Other Published Standards ...............9 Authorized Service Dealer Locator Number ..........1 BASIC STANDBY ELECTRIC SYSTEM ...........9 EMERGENCY CIRCUIT ISOLATION METHOD .........9 TOTAL CIRCUIT ISOLATION METHOD ...........9 Safety Rules ..............2...
Thank you for purchasing this model of the standby generator set read this Owner's Manual and thoroughly understand all instruc- product line by Generac Power Systems, Inc.. tions before using this equipment. The manufacturer also strongly Every effort was expended to make sure that the information and...
Safety Rules SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – The manufacturer suggests that these rules for safe operation be copied and posted in potential hazard areas. Safety should be stressed to all operators, potential operators, and service and repair technicians for this equipment. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS –...
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Safety Rules FIRE HAZARDS • If people must stand on metal or concrete while installing, operating, servicing, adjusting or repairing this equipment, place insulative mats over a dry wooden platform. Work on the • Keep a fire extinguisher near the generator at all times. Do NOT equipment only while standing on such insulative mats.
General Information IDENTIFICATION RECORD • All prototype tested models have passed three-phase sym- metrical short circuit test to ensure system protection and reliability. DATA LABEL Every generator set has a DATA LABEL that contains important ENGINE PROTECTIVE DEVICES information pertinent to the generator (Figure 1.1). The data label, The standby generator may be required to operate for long periods which can be found attached to the generator’s lower connection of time without an operator on hand to monitor such engine condi-...
General Information DC FUSES Governor Type..................Electronic These fuses are located inside the front panel of the control sys- Frequency Regulation ............Isochronous tem. They protect the panel wiring and components from damag- Steady State Regulation ............± 1/4 % ing overload. Adjustments: Speed ....................Yes FUEL SYSTEM...
General Information GENERATOR AC LEAD NOTE: Different voltage ratings are available from the same stator CONNECTIONS connection by adjusting the voltage regulator. See “Voltage Codes”. This generator may be rated at any one of several voltages, either single-phase or three-phase. The electrical Figure 1.3 –...
General Information Three-phase Delta Stator Connection SIX-LEAD, 600 VAC, THREE-PHASE STATOR This type of stator has six coils and 12 leads (Figure 1.5). Units This type of stator has three coils and six leads (Figure 1.7). Units may be assigned any of the following voltage codes: may be assigned any of the following voltage codes: •...
Installation STANDBY GENERATOR Figure 1.8 – Typical Engine Coolant Heaters INSTALLATION Connecting this generator to an electrical system normally supplied by an electric util- ity shall be by means of a transfer switch (such as the “GTS” type transfer switch), so as to isolate the electric system from the utility distribution system when the genera- tor is operating.
Installation EMERGENCY CIRCUIT ISOLATION • NFPA No. 30, FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS CODE. METHOD • NFPA No. 10, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE AND USE OF This prevents overloading the generator by keeping electrical PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS. loads below the wattage/amperage capacity of the generator. If the generator is powering only critical loads, within the wattage/ OTHER PUBLISHED STANDARDS amperage capacity, during utility power outages, consider using...
Installation Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas. This gas can form an explosive mixture Do not connect the ground wire to any pipe around the battery for several hours after that carries a flammable or explosive sub- charging. The slightest spark can ignite the stance –...
Installation Fuel System • DO NOT SMOKE when near batteries, • DO NOT cause flame or spark in battery area, Make sure the fuel supply system to the generator (a) delivers the correct fuel at the correct pressure and (b) is properly purged and •...
Operation Rodent Protection ENGINE START-UP AND TRANSFER Make sure the four, 3-inch diameter cap plugs are properly For additional information, refer to the applicable control panel installed in the tie-down holes in the side rails of the unit’s base manual for this unit, as well as any literature pertaining to the frame (Figure 2.3).
Maintenance RETRANSFER AND SHUTDOWN AUTHORIZED SERVICE TECHNICIAN MAINTENANCE FUNCTIONS For additional information, refer to the applicable control panel manual for this unit, as well as any literature pertaining to the After First 30 Hours of Operation transfer switch. • Inspect wiring. To transfer the load back to the utility power source and shut down the generator, follow these directions: •...
Maintenance PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas. This gas can form an explosive mixture A rigorous program of scheduled periodic maintenance should around the battery for several hours after be established and maintained. Such a program, if adhered to charging.
Maintenance REPAIR PARTS Finally, install and tighten the oil vent cap and oil level check plug. The latter portion of this manual consist of exploded views, Re-install negative battery cable and panel fuse. Start unit and parts lists and electrical data pertaining to this generator set. The check for leaks.
Warranty Notes United States Environmental Protection Agency Warranty Statement (Stationary Emergency Compression-Ignition Generators) Warranty Rights, Obligations and Coverage Your emission-related warranty covers only components whose failure would increase an engine’s emissions of any regulated pollutant where they are designed, built, and equipped to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under applicable regulations of sec- tion 213 of the clean air act.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: This Warranty statement explains your rights and obligations under the Emission Control System Warranty (ECS Warranty), which is provided to you by Generac pursuant to federal and California law. See also the “Generac Limited Warranties for Generac Power Systems, Inc.,” which is enclosed herewith on a separate sheet, also provided to you by Generac.
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Warranty United States Environmental Protection Agency & California Warranty Statement (Stationary Compression-Ignition Generators) Emission Control System Warranty Emission Control System Warranty (ECS Warranty) for 1996 and later model year non-road diesel engines: (A) Applicability: This warranty shall apply to 1996 and later model year non-road diesel engines. The ECS Warranty shall begin on the date the new engine or equipment is purchased by/delivered to its original, end-use purchaser/owner and shall continue for five years, or 3,000 hours of use, thereafter, whichever occurs first.
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NOTE: ALL UNITS MUST HAVE A START-UP INSPECTION PERFORMED BY AN AUTHORIZED GENERAC SERVICE DEALER. For a period of five (5) years or two thousand (2,000) hours of operation from the date of start up, which ever occurs first, Generac Power Systems, Inc. will, at its option, repair or replace any part(s) which, upon examination, inspection, and testing by Generac Power Systems or an Authorized/Certified Generac Power Systems Dealer, or branch thereof, is found to be defec- tive under normal use and service, in accordance with the warranty schedule set forth below.
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