Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 005213-0 Generac Power Systems
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ST ANDBY GENERA T OR O WNER'S MANU AL This manual should remain with the unit. A ne w standar d of reliability Serial Number QT 2.5L 25kW Model: 005213-0.
Standby Generator Sets T able of Contents SECTION P AGE SAFETY RULES ................................................ 1-1 INTRODUCTION ..................................................... 1-3 Read this Manual Thoroughly ..............................
Study these SAFETY RULES carefully before install- ing, operating or servicing this equipment. Become familiar with this Owner’s Manual and with the unit. The generator can operate safely , efficiently and reli- ably only if it is properly installed, operated and maintained.
• Before performing any maintenance on the gen- erator , disconnect its battery cables to prevent accidental start -up. Disconnect the cable from the battery post indicated by a NEGA TIVE, NEG or (–) first. Reconnect that cable last. • Never use the generator or any of its parts as a step.
1-3 I NTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this model of the standby generator set product line. Every effort was expended to make sure that the information and instructions in this manual were both accurate and current at the time the manual was written.
I DENTI F ICA TION R EC ORD D A T A LA BE L Every generator set has a DA T A LABEL that contains important information pertinent to the generator . The data label, which can be found attached to the g.
E QUIPM ENT DE SCRI PTION This equipment is a revolving field, alternating cur - rent generator set. It is powered by a gaseous fueled engine operating at 1800 rpm for 4-pole direct drive units, 3600 rpm for 2-pole direct drive units and 2300 - 3000 rpm for quiet drive gear units.
ENGI N E P RO TE CTIVE DEVICE S The standby generator may be required to operate for long periods of time without an operator on hand to monitor such engine conditions as coolant tempera- ture, oil pressure or rpm.
F U E L SYST E M FUE L RE QUIRE MEN T S The standby generator may be equipped with one of the following fuel systems: • Natural gas fuel system • Propane vapor (PV) fuel system The Manual Drawing .
SP ECIF ICA TIONS GEN ERA T OR T ype ............................................................................. Synchronous Rotor Insulation ................................................................... Class H Stator Insulation .............
COLD WEA THER KIT F or cold climates, optional cold weather kit (part number 0F6148) is recommended. The kit includes: • Battery W armer • 4” Junction Box with hardware • 6 qt. pack 5W -30 synthetic oil (engine) R EC ON F IGU R I NG TH E F U EL SY STEM NOTE: All models are configured for natural gas or LP vapor from the factory .
GEN ER A T OR A C LEAD C ONN ECTIONS See “V oltage Codes”. This generator may be rated at any one of three voltages, either single -phase or three -phase. The electrical wires in the unit ’s AC con- nection (lower) panel should be installed according to the number of leads and the voltage/phase required for the application.
I NST ALL A TION Refer to the separate “Installation Guide QT Product Line” supplied with the unit. P R EP ARA TION B EFOR E S T ART -U P The instructions in this section assume that the standby generator has been properly installed, ser - viced, tested, adjusted and otherwise prepared for use by a competent, qualified installation contractor .
S T ART -U P CH ECKLIS T Before working on the generator , ensure the fol- lowing: • The AUTO/OFF/MANU AL switch is in the OFF position. • The 120V AC supply to the battery charger is switched OFF . P REP AR A TION FOR S T ART -U P • Ensure that the 120V AC circuit breaker to the bat - tery charger is open.
GEN ER A T OR C ONTROL AND OP ER A TION Refer to the appropriate control panel operator’s manual for this unit. OP ER A TI NG U N IT WITH MAN U AL TR ANSF ER SWIT CH If the generator was installed in conjunction with a transfer switch capable of manual operation only , the following procedure applies.
MAI NTENANCE P ER FOR M ED B Y AUTHOR IZED SERVICE F A CILITI ES Before working on the generator , ensure the fol- lowing: • The AUTO/OFF/MANU AL switch is in the OFF position. • The 15A fuse has been removed from the con- trol box. • The 120V AC supply to the battery charger is switched OFF .
Figure 10.2 — Cylinder Head Installation C OOLI NG SY STEM Air intake and outlet openings in the generator com- partment must be open and unobstructed for contin- ued proper operation. This includes such obstruc- tions as high grass, weeds, brush, leaves and snow .
MAI NTENANCE OWNER/ OP ER A T OR CAN PER FOR M CH ECK ENGIN E OI L LEVEL Refer to “Checking Fluid Levels”. CH ECK B A TTER Y • See “Checking Fluid Levels”. • Check battery cables for condition, tightness, cor- rosion or damage. Clean, tighten or replace as necessary .
SP ARK P L UGS Reset the spark plug gap or replace the spark plugs as necessary (Figure 10.4). 1. Clean the area around the base of the spark plugs to keep dirt and debris out of the engine. Clean by scraping or washing using a wire brush and commercial solvent.
Battery electrolyte fluid is an extr emely corro- sive sulfuric acid solution that can cause severe burns. Do not permit fluid to contact eyes, skin, clothing, painted surfaces, etc. Wear pr otective goggles, protective clothing and gloves when handling a battery .
SERVICE S CH EDU LE The following is a recommended maintenance schedule for small standby and residential generator sets. The established intervals in the schedule are the maximum recommended when the unit is used in an average service application.
Maintenance Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 T asks Recom- T ask Required T ask Required T ask T ask mended Comp . to be done Comp . to be done Comp. Required Comp. to be done (Date- 3 months/ (Date- Semi- (Date- to be done (Date- monthly Initials) Break-in Initials) annually Initials) Annually Initials) 10 Hrs.
Maintenance Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 T asks Recom- T ask Required T ask Required T ask T ask mended Comp . to be done Comp . to be done Comp. Required Comp. to be done (Date- 3 months/ (Date- Semi- (Date- to be done (Date- monthly In itials) Break-in Initials) annually Initials) Annually Initials) 10 Hrs.
TROU B LESHOO TING GU I DE P ROB LEM CAUSE C OR R ECTION Engine won’t crank. 1. 15 amp fuse blown. 1. Replace fuse . 2. Loose or corroded or defectiv e 2. Tighten, clean or replace batter y cables. battery cables as necessar y . 3. Defectiv e star ter contactor .
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1 0498 13 1 NUT HE X M 6 X 1. 0 G 8 YEL C HR 2 0220 97 1 WASHE R LOCK M6- 1/ 4 3 0268 50 2 WASHE R SHAK EP ROOF EXT 1/4 STL 4 05541 4 1 LUG SLDLS S #2- # 8 X 17/ 64 CU 5 0224 73 1 WAS HE R FLAT 1/ 4-M6 ZI NC 6 0474 11 1 SCREW H HC M 6- 1.0 X 1 6 G8. 8 7 0 52860 4 NUT FLA N G ED HEX M 12 -1.
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1 0F34 08 B 1 BAT TERY T RAY C1 CPL 2 0F3411 1 S TRAP BA TTE RY RETA I NM E NT 3 02550 7 REF WASHE R S HAKE PRO OF EXT 7/16 S TL 4 05264 7 REF SCRE W S HC M1 0-1.
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1 0F 700 3 (X X) 1 ROOF C1 CP L 2 0F 700 4 (X X) 1 CO RNE R P OST L H S IDE C1 CPL 3 0F 700 8 (X X) 1 DO OR REA R C 1 CP L 4 0F 700 5 (X X) 1 CO RNE R P OST RH S IDE C 1 CPL 5 0F 700 7 (X X) 2 DO OR L.
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1 0F73 66 1 MUFFLER C1 2 0F76 47 1 MUFFLER SADDLE 3 0F8095 1 PIPE EXH AUST OUT LET 4 0F71 72 1 PIPE EXH INLET M FLR SIDE 2.5L 5 0E3 257 4 SCRE W HW HTF M6-1 .0 X 16 6 0F73 82 1 PIPE EXH INLET MAN IFL D SIDE 2.5 7 0C611 9 1 BO LT U 5/16- 1 8 X 2-1 /4 8 03643 4 2 BO LT U 5/16- 1 8 X 2.
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Standby Generator Sets W arranty Printed in U.S.A. GENERA C PO WER SYSTEMS ST ANDARD LIMITED W ARRANTY FOR HOME ST ANDBY/LIGHT COMMERCIAL PRODUCT 45kW AND BELO W For a period of two (2) y ears from the date of sale, or start-up by A uthorized/Cer tified Generac P ow er Systems Dealer , or branch thereof , Generac P ow er Systems, Inc.
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