Generac Power Systems 004988-1 - Manual (Page 14)

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2.11.4 GENERATOR SET LUBRICATION
Check the engine crankcase oil level before operating
and add oil to the proper level – the dipstick “FULL”
mark. Never operate the engine with the oil level
below the dipstick “ADD” mark. See “Specifications”
(Section 1.10) and “Engine Oil Recommendations”
(Section 1.14).
NOTE:
This engine is shipped from the manufacturer
with 5W-20 oil. This oil should be changed after
30 hours of operation.
2.11.5 ENGINE COOLANT
Have the engine cooling system properly filled with
the recommended coolant mixture. Check the system
for leaks and other problems. See “Specifications”
(Section 1.10) and “Coolant” (Section 1.15).
2.11.6 BELT TENSION
Check the engine fan belt tension and condition prior
to placing the unit into service and at recommended
intervals. Belt tension is correct when a force of
approximately 22 pounds (10 kg), applied midway
between pulleys, deflects the belt about 3/8- to 5/8-
inch (10 to 16 mm).
2.11.7 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Make sure the generator is properly connected to an
approved earth ground and/or ground rod.
Make sure the generator battery is fully charged, prop-
erly installed and interconnected, and ready for use.
Check to ensure that there are no loose electrical con-
nections. Restrain any loose wires to keep them clear
of any moving generator set components.
3.1 USING A STANDARD “GTS”
TRANSFER SWITCH
When required, the pre-packaged standby generator
can be installed with a standard Generac “GTS” type
automatic transfer switch.
In this application, the GTS is responsible for utility
sensing, weekly exercising, and load transferring.
Position two of the four-position dip switch is used to
turn over this control to the GTS.
Pos2 ON — GTS Application
• The control board will NOT monitor utility.
• The control board will NOT perform a weekly exer-
cise. (The five red LEDs will not flash in this
mode.)
• The control board will NOT activate the transfer
output.
• The control board WILL monitor all engine condi-
tions and shut down on all the faults listed in this
document.
Pos2 OFF — ATS Application
• The control board will perform all of the automat-
ic features listed in this document.
• The two-wire start connections should NOT be used.
GTS Mode Operation
When in GTS mode, the control board will respond
as follows based on the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch
position.
OFF — The generator will not start and run in this
position.
MANUAL — The control board will start and run the
generator whenever the switch is in the manual posi-
tion.
AUTO — The control board will monitor the two-wire
start circuit. When a two-wire start is issued the con-
trol board will immediately start and run the genera-
tor. Whe the two-wire start is removed the control
board will immediately stop the generator.
NOTE:
If the generator is installed in conjunction with a
standard GTS type transfer switch, refer to the
applicable transfer switch manual for exact oper-
ating parameters and timing sequences.
3.2 CONTROL CONSOLE
COMPONENTS
The components of a home standby generator control
console (Figure 3.1) are as follows:
3.2.1 AUTO/OFF/MANUAL SWITCH
Use this three-position switch as follows:
• Set the switch to AUTO for fully automatic opera-
tion. See “Automatic Operation” (Section 3.5).
• Set switch to MANUAL position to crank and start
the generator engine.
• Set switch to OFF position to shut down an oper-
ating engine. With OFF selected, operation will not
be possible.
With switch set to AUTO, engine can crank and
start suddenly without warning. Such automat-
ic start up normally occurs when utility source
voltage drops below a pre-set level. To prevent
possible injury that might be caused by such
sudden starts, set AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch
to OFF before working on or around the unit.
Then, place a “DO NOT OPERATE” tag on con-
trol console.
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Section 3 — Operation
Guardian Liquid-cooled 27 kW and 30 kW Generators