Generac Power Systems 5.6 kVA PowerPact, Owner'S Manual

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Page 2: ...iodically by an Independent Authorized Service Dealer Normal maintenance service and replacement of parts are the responsibility of the owner operator and as such are not considered defects in materia...

Page 3: ...fer to Generator Power Source 11 Transfer Back to Utility Power Source 12 Automatic Transfer Operation 12 Automatic Sequence of Operation 13 Utility Failure 13 Cranking 13 Cold Smart Start 13 Load Tra...

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Page 5: ...ner s Manual and thoroughly understand all instructions before using this equipment The manufacturer also strongly recommends instructing other users to properly start and operate the unit This prepar...

Page 6: ...death or serious injury 000182 WARNING 000155 WARNING Only a trained and licensed electrician should perform wiring and connections to unit Failure to follow proper installation requirements could res...

Page 7: ...rocution Verify electrical system is properly grounded before applying power Failure to do so will result in death or serious injury 000188 DANGER Electrocution Do not wear jewelry while working on th...

Page 8: ...equipment required when working with with a live electrical system Failure to use 000147 WARNING Risk of Fire Unit must be positioned in a manner that prevents combustible material accumulation undern...

Page 9: ...ngine 5 6 kVA Unit A Controller Lid F Control Panel K Air Box B Top Lid G Data Label L Spark Plug C Customer Connection Box H Battery Access Panel M Exhaust Enclosure D Front Panel I Oil Drain Hose N...

Page 10: ...e engine specifications section These generators are rated in accordance with UL 2200 Safety Standard for Stationary Engine Generator Assemblies and CSA C22 2 No 100 04 Standard for Motors and Generat...

Page 11: ...able fuel source during installation Recommended fuels should have a BTU content of at least 1000 Btus per cubic foot 37 26 megajoules per cubic meter for natural gas or at least 2500 BTUs per cubic f...

Page 12: ...ecommended in areas where temperatures fall below 32 F 0 C Scheduled Maintenance Kit Includes all pieces necessary to perform maintenance on the generator along with oil recommendations Touch Up Paint...

Page 13: ...IVE cable last Controller Lid To open or close the controller lid 1 See view A in Figure 3 1 Lift lid from bottom to open Lid will lock in place when raised 2 See view B in Figure 3 1 Pull raised lid...

Page 14: ...AUTO LED will flash 001052 A B C Button Description of Operation AUTO GREEN Selecting this button activates fully automatic system operation It also allows the unit to automatically start and exercis...

Page 15: ...w exercise time to take place The exercise timer does not correct for daylight savings time NOTE The exerciser will only work in the AUTO mode and will default to exercise weekly at the time the Contr...

Page 16: ...ILITY power source voltage is available to transfer switch terminal lugs N1 and N2 3 Press the AUTO button on the control panel interface 4 Set the main circuit breaker Generator Disconnect to the ON...

Page 17: ...rests Cold Smart Start The Cold Smart Start feature enables the generator to monitor ambient temperature The warm up delay will be adjusted based on prevailing conditions On a startup in AUTO mode if...

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Page 19: ...ons critical maintenance must be performed as scheduled in order for the Emissions Warranty to be valid Emissions critical maintenance consists of servicing the air filter and spark plugs in accordanc...

Page 20: ...X 6 M or 100 hours inspect 1 Y or 300 hours change Valve clearance X 1 Y or 300 hours General condition Vibration noise leakage X M Contact the nearest Independent Authorized Service Dealer for assis...

Page 21: ...Manual for 5 6 kVA PowerPact 17 Maintenance Log Battery inspection and charge check Dates Performed Oil oil filter air filter and spark plug replacement Dates Performed Valve Adjustment Dates Performe...

Page 22: ...esidence Engine Oil Recommendations To maintain the product warranty the engine oil should be serviced in accordance with the recommendations of this manual For your convenience Generac Maintenance Ki...

Page 23: ...leaks 12 Shutdown the engine and check the oil level Add oil as needed DO NOT OVERFILL 13 Insert dipstick fill cap 14 Press the Control Panel AUTO button 15 Dispose of the used oil and filter at a pro...

Page 24: ...alve stem D with a feeler gauge E 8 If valve clearance is 0 002 0 004 in 0 05 0 1 mm adjustment is not needed Adjust Valve Clearance See Figure 4 6 1 The engine should be cool before adjustment 2 Remo...

Page 25: ...area Discharge static electricity from the body before touching the battery by first touching a grounded metal surface Always recycle batteries in accordance with local laws and regulations Contact yo...

Page 26: ...dry room on a wooden board 12 Clean and wipe down the entire generator Return to Service To return the unit to service after storage 1 Verify utility power is OFF 2 Check the tag on the engine for oil...

Page 27: ...re gap or replace plug s 3 Confirm fuel pressure to regulator is 10 12 in water column 19 22 mm mercury for LP and 5 7 in water column 9 13 mm mercury for natural gas 4 Turn fuel conversion valve to...

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Page 29: ...Refer to activation section in Installation Manual LOW OIL PRESSURE RED Unit will not start in AUTO with utility loss Check the LED s Screen for alarms Check oil level Add oil per Engine Oil Requireme...

Page 30: ...ent Authorized Service Dealer Break In Maintenance Due Control panel indicates break in maintenance due Check for additional information Perform break in maintenance Clear maintenance due light 1 Year...

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