Generac Power Systems Quietsource 005220-0 Owner'S Manual Download

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START-UP CHECKLIST

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Before working on the generator, ensure the fol-

lowing:

• The AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch is in the OFF

position.

• The 120VAC supply to the battery charger is

switched OFF.

PREPARATION FOR START-UP

• Ensure that the 120VAC circuit breaker to the bat-

tery charger is open.

• Remove the fuse from the the control panel. For

the H-100 and R-100: Open the front door of the
control box and remove the 15 Amp ATO fuse in
the lower left-hand corner of the control box.

• Connect the battery cables to the battery. Attach

negative battery cable last.

• Close the 120VAC circuit breaker to the battery

charger.

• Measure the voltage at the battery before and after

the charger is turned on.

• Verify all AC electrical connections are tight at the

circuit breaker and transfer switch.

• Visually inspect entire area looking for loose paper,

plastic wrappings, leaves, etc.

• Check all hoses clamps fittings for leaks or dam-

age.

• Check all electrical plugs throughout the genera-

tor. Ensure each plug is seated correctly and fully
inserted into its receptacle.

• Verify the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch is in OFF

position.

• Open the valve to the engine fuel line.
• Bleed the fuel system of air. (necessary for long fuel

lines).

• Open the generator main line circuit breaker.
• Connect a manometer to the gas line and record

the static pressure. It must be as listed in the
Specifications.

• Insert the fuse into the control panel.
• Move the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch to the MAN-

UAL position. The engine should now crank and
start.

• Check voltage at the generator terminals.
• For 3-phase units, check phase rotation at the

transfer switch terminals. The generator phase
rotation must match the utility phase rotation.

•  Check for coolant, fuel, oil, and exhaust leaks.
•  Close the generators main line circuit breaker.
•  Turn the generator set off.
• Connect the UTILITY supply to the transfer

switch.

• Set the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch to AUTO.
• Disconnect utility power before the transfer

switch.

Engine should start, transfer to load.
Run at least 15 minutes on generator power.

Make certain all 3-phase loads are functioning
correctly (correct phase rotation).

• Reconnect Utility power

Transfer switch will transfer back to Utility and

engine will shut down within the given time
parameters set up for the specific transfer switch
and controller.

• Install all covers, access plates and door panels.
• Put the Owners Manual in a safe and accessible

place.

• Make certain the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch is in

the AUTO position.

START-UP INSPECTION

When a start-up is performed by an Authorized
Service Dealer, a standard three-part form titled
“Start-up Inspection for Standby Power Systems”
(part no. 067377), should be completed by the instal-
lation technician or engineer. See page 1-3 for infor-
mation on locating the nearest Authorized Service
Dealer. The installer should complete the form and
disseminate copies as follows:

• White copy: Mail to Generac Warranty Department,

P.O. Box 340, 211 Murphy Dr., Eagle, WI 53119-
2062.

• Pink Copy: For service file of installing dealer.
• Yellow Copy: For the customer’s records.

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