General Information; Unpacking/Inspection; Protection Systems; Emission Information - Generac Power Systems 8 KVA Manual Del Usario

General Information

Only qualified electricians or contractors
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should attempt such installations, which must
comply strictly with applicable codes, stan-
dards and regulations.
1.1

UNPACKING/INSPECTION

After unpacking, carefully inspect the contents for damage.
• This standby generator set is ready for installation with a factory
supplied and pre-mounted base pad and has a weather protec-
tive enclosure that is intended for outdoor installation only.
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If this generator is used to power electrical load
circuits normally powered by a utility power
source, it is required by code to install a trans-
fer switch. The transfer switch must effectively
isolate the electrical system from the utility
distribution system when the generator is oper-
ating (NEC 700, 701 & 702). Failure to isolate an
electrical system by such means will result in
damage to the generator and also may result in
injury or death to utility power workers due to
backfeed of electrical energy.
If any loss or damage is noted at time of delivery, have the
person(s) making the delivery note all damage on the freight bill
or affix their signature under the consignor's memo of loss or
damage.
If a loss or damage is noted after delivery, separate the damaged
materials and contact the carrier for claim procedures.
"Concealed damage" is understood to mean damage to the con-
tents of a package that is not in evidence at the time of delivery,
but is discovered later.
To properly open the roof, press down on the center top lip and
turn the keylocks. If pressure is not applied from the top, the roof
may appear stuck. Always verify that the side locks are unlocked
before attempting to lift the roof.
1.2

PROTECTION SYSTEMS

Unlike an automobile engine, the generator may have to run for
long periods of time with no operator present to monitor engine
conditions. For that reason, the engine is equipped with the fol-
lowing systems that protect it against potentially damaging condi-
tions:
1. Low Oil Pressure Sensor
2. High Temperature Sensor
3. Overcrank
4. Overspeed
5. RPM Sensor
There are readouts on the control panel to notify personnel that
one of these failures has occurred. There is a Status message on
the display that displays when all of the conditions described in the
"Ready to Run" section are true.
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6. Low Battery
7. Under-frequency
8. Undervoltage
9. Overvoltage
10. Internal Failure
1.3

EMISSION INFORMATION

The engine used in this generator is not certified to United States
EPA emission standards, or any other emission standards. Sale or
use of this generator is not legal in the U.S. or any country which
has emission standards that are applicable to this product.
1.4

THE GENERATOR

Figure 1.1 – 8 KVA, V-twin, GT-530 Engine
(door removed)
Oil
Dipstick
Exhaust
Enclosure
Composite Base
Figure 1.2 – 10 and 13 KVA, V-twin,
GT-990/GT-999 Engine (door removed)
Oil
Dipstick
Exhaust
Enclosure
Composite Base
Data Label Control
(see sample) Panel
Oil Filter Battery Compartment
Data Label
(see sample)
Control
Panel
Air Filter
Oil Filter Battery Compartment
Circuit
Breaker
Air
Filter
Fuel Inlet
(back)
Fuel
Regulator
Circuit
Breakers
Fuel Inlet
(back)
Fuel
Regulator