Siemens Liquid-cooled Generators, Installation Manuallines

Page 1: ...Siemens Liquid cooled Generators Installation Guidelines www sea siemens com generators 800 844 0029 ...

Page 2: ...l voltages are generated by these machines Ensure all steps are taken to render the machine safe before attempting to work on the generator This booklet is designed to familiarize you with the installation process for Siemens liquid cooled residential and commercial generators This booklet does not replace or supersede any information contained in any of the written documents shipped with your equ...

Page 3: ...cient concentrations can cause unconsciousness or even death For that reason adequate ventilation must be provided Exhaust gases must be piped safely away from any building or enclosure that houses the generator to an area where people animals etc will not be harmed This exhaust system must be installed properly in strict compliance with applicable codes and standards Keep hands feet clothing etc ...

Page 4: ...o handle the maximum electrical current ampacity to which they will be subjected Before installing or servicing this and related equipment make sure that all power voltage supplies are positively turned off at their source Failure to do so will result in hazardous and possibly fatal electrical shock Connecting these units to an electrical system normally supplied by an electric utility shall be by...

Page 5: ...el supply lines must be properly installed purged and leak tested according to applicable fuel gas codes before placing this equipment into service Gaseous fuels such as natural gas and liquid propane LP gas are extremely EXPLOSIVE Natural gas is lighter than air and LP gas is heavier than air install leak detectors accordingly GENERATOR INSTALLATION These generators are liquid cooled engine drive...

Page 6: ... GAS CODE NFPA 70 NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE NEC NFPA 99 STANDARD FOR HEALTH CARE FACILITIES NFPA 101 LIFE SAFETY CODE NFPA 110 STANDARD FOR EMERGENCY AND STANDBY POWER SYSTEMS NFPA 220 STANDARD TYPES OF BUILDING CONSTRUCTION NOTE It is essential to use the latest version of any standard to ensure that the generator and its accessories comply with all the applicable standards and local codes OTHER PUB...

Page 7: ...is ready to be placed into operation Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas This gas can form an explosive mixture around the battery for several hours after charging The slightest spark can ignite the gas and cause an explosion Such an explosion can shatter the battery and cause blindness or other injury Any area that houses a storage battery must be properly ventilated Do not allow sm...

Page 8: ...o be followed DO NOT SMOKE when near batteries DO NOT cause flame or spark in battery area Discharge static electricity from your body before touching batteries by first touching a grounded metal surface Servicing of batteries is to be performed or supervised by personnel knowledgeable of batteries and the required precautions Keep unauthorized personnel away from batteries For recommended batteri...

Page 9: ...xhaust fumes will not enter the building through eaves windows ventilation fans or other air intakes Position the electrical conduit for power wiring control wiring and the battery charger circuit so the generator can be placed correctly on the pad The concrete pad should be reinforced and deep enough so that the weight of the pad is equal to the weight of the generator see Installation Manual The...

Page 10: ...t for shipping damage and if necessary file a claim with the shipper After removing the bolts holding the generator base frame to the wooden pallet use the lifting eyes on the base frame to lift the generator onto the pad When properly positioned secure the base frame to the pad with appropriately sized masonry bolts Connect an approved ground strap to the grounding lug on the base frame and to an...

Page 11: ... connections against vibration from the generator Installing the flexible fuel line with as few bends as possible will allow the flexible section to absorb and mitigate vibration Never use a flexible fuel line to avoid an elbow in a rigid line and never attach gaseous fuel line supports to any part of the generator Doing so defeats the purpose of the flexible fuel line After checking all connectio...

Page 12: ...itches are equivelant to X type switches RTS switches are equivalent to SR type switches Generac RTS and HTS switches are open transition switches Because load circuits can only be connected to one power supply at a time open transition switches prevent electrical feedback between utility circuits and generator circuits Standby Circuit Isolation The generator powers only designated loads that are ...

Page 13: ... and wiring for the 15 or 20 Amp circuit required for the 2 Amp battery charger must always be in separate conduit In all installations a ground wire will run through the power conduit from the generator control panel to the transfer switch In any three phase application the phase rotation of the generator power lines must match the phase rotation of the utility power lines at the transfer switch ...

Page 14: ...le The RS485 wiring must consist of a 2 wire twisted pair cable with overall screen The shield wire of the RS485 communication cable must only be connected at the generator The shield wire should be taped out of the way in the transfer switch When installing an HTS switch terminals 0 and 183 are not used RTS Transfer Switches Equivalent to SR type Generators equipped with the R Series Digital Cont...

Page 15: ...coolant level belt tension and if so equipped the gearbox oil Check the battery to make sure it is fully charged before installing Follow all safety procedures detailed in the Owner s Manual and observe polarity when connecting the battery Make sure all terminal connections are tight Connect the power leads for the battery charger to the 120 Volt 15 or 20 Amp circuit as shown in the Installation M...

Page 16: ...e eight sections shown here There are several adjustments you will need to make during installation but they are all done in two sections Status and Exercise HTS Each of these two sections has multiple pages When you select one of the sec tions you will see More fg and numbers in parentheses More means there are more pages and the arrows can be selected to go back f or go forward g The numbers in ...

Page 17: ...n use the Up or Down arrows to change the setting In order to save a setting you must always press ENTER again CONFIGURING THE H 100 FOR THE HTS TRANSFER SWITCH If the main menu page is not displayed on the panel s right screen press MENU Use the arrow keys to move the flashing cursor to Exercise HTS and press ENTER A new screen should appear indicating you are on page 1 4 Press ENTER three more t...

Page 18: ...e controller is properly configured and you can return to the main menu display by pressing MENU If the display shows HTS 1 Disabled go back to page 4 4 to enable the switch then check again operational checks Make sure all breakers in the main distribution panel are open so that loads cannot be accidentally transferred to the generator until you are ready to do so To conduct the necessary operati...

Page 19: ...ion Manual for correct procedures With utility power present and the generator OFF select MANUAL in the transfer switch and open the main breaker Select MANUAL on the generator control panel to start the generator with no loads present If the Low Gas Pressure alarm goes off or the Low Fuel Pressure indicator shows on the control panel display contact the plumber who installed the gas lines To chec...

Page 20: ...pted the entire load Then close the main utility breaker to restore normal utility power After the engine has completed its cool down cycle and has shut off open the main breaker and allow the generator to accept the entire load immediately Verify gas pressure at the secondary regulator while the unit is under full load After shutting off the generator and restoring utility power you ll need to se...

Page 21: ...RROW keys to set the correct hour Note The controller uses a 24 hour clock i e 11 00 PM is 23 00 Press ENTER to save the hour setting then use the right arrow key to scroll over and set the minutes Press ENTER to save the minute setting then scroll right and set the current date The day of the week will change automatically when you change the date Press ENTER to save the date before leaving the s...

Page 22: ...nge the N to Y and press ENTER to save the setting To schedule the weekly exercise function press the down arrow key once to scroll to the Time Start line Use the arrow keys to set the day of the week and time the customer wants the unit to exercise Remember to press ENTER to select the field you want to change and again to save each change ENABLING THE QUIET TEST FEATURE To enable Quiet Test scro...

Page 23: ...nsfer switch are in the AUTO position before leaving the job site Every installation has its own unique set of circumstances and requirements This booklet provides guidelines for basic installations only and is not intended to cover all applications If you have any questions or concerns after carefully reading all documentation received with the equipment contact the nearest AUTHORIZED DEALER for ...

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