Briggs & Stratton 040375-02 User manual

Generator Systems
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Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Briggs & Stratton® home generator. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your
confidence in the Briggs & Stratton brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual,
your home generator will provide many years of dependable service.
This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with home standby
generators and how to avoid them. Because we do not necessarily know all the applications this equipment could be used
for, it is important that you read and understand these instructions thoroughly before attempting to start or operate this
equipment. Save these original instructions for future reference.
This home generator requires professional installation before use. Refer to the separate installation manual for full
information. Your installer should follow the instructions completely.
Where to Find Us
You never have to look far to find Briggs & Stratton support and service for your generator. Consult your Yellow Pages.
There are thousands of Briggs & Stratton authorized service dealers worldwide who provide quality service. You can also
contact Technical Service by phone at 800-732-2989 between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM CT., or by e-mail at
[email protected], or click on Find a Dealer at BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM, which provides a list of
authorized dealers.
Generator and engine model and serial numbers should be recorded in the installation manual.
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Table of Contents
Safety Rules ........................................4
Important Safety Instructions .......................................4
Installation .........................................7
For the Home Owner .............................................7
For the Installing Dealer/Contractor .................................7
Owner Orientation................................................8
Generator Location...............................................9
Delivery Inspection ..............................................10
Controls ..........................................11
Access Panels..................................................13
System Control Panel............................................15
Operation .........................................19
Important Owner’s Considerations .................................19
Automatic Operation.............................................20
Setting Exercise Timer ...........................................20
Wireless Monitor (Sold Separately).................................21
Maintenance .......................................24
Servicing the System ............................................24
Service Code Detection System ...................................24
Maintenance Schedule...........................................26
Generator Maintenance ..........................................26
Battery ........................................................27
Engine Maintenance.............................................28
Adjust Valve Lash ...............................................28
Engine Oil .....................................................29
Service Air Cleaner..............................................30
Fuel System Inspection and Maintenance ...........................31
Service Spark Plugs .............................................32
Clean Air Cooling System and Oil Cooler Fins........................32
When Calling for Assistance ......................................32
Storage .......................................................32
Troubleshooting ...................................34
Wireless Monitor (If Equipped) Troubleshooting ........35
Specifications......................................36
Generator Specifications .........................................36
Engine Specifications............................................36
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Safety Rules
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains
important instructions that should be followed during
installation and maintenance of the generator and
batteries.
Safety Symbols and Meanings
The safety alert symbol indicates a potential personal
injury hazard. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or
CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to designate a
degree or level of hazard seriousness. A safety symbol
may be used to represent the type of hazard.The signal
word NOTICE is used to address practices not related to
personal injury.
DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE addresses practices not related to personal injury.
Important Safety Instructions
The manufacturer cannot possibly anticipate every
possible circumstance that might involve a hazard.The
warnings in this manual, and the tags and decals affixed
to the unit are, therefore, not all-inclusive. If you use a
procedure, work method or operating technique that
the manufacturer does not specifically recommend, you
must satisfy yourself that it is safe for you and others.You
must also make sure that the procedure, work method or
operating technique that you choose does not render the
generator system unsafe.
WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING Certain components in this product and related
accessories contain chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
Explosion Fire Electrical Shock
Rotating Parts Hot Surface Toxic Fumes
Chemical BurnExplosive PressureAuto Start
Lift Hazard Read Manual
WARNING Running engine gives off carbon monoxide, an
odorless, colorless, poison gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide could result in death, serious
injury, headache, fatigue, dizziness, vomiting, confusion,
seizures, nausea or fainting.
• Operate this product ONLY outdoors in an area that will not
accumulate deadly exhaust gas.
• Keep exhaust gas away from any windows, doors, ventilation
intakes, soffit vents, crawl spaces, open garage doors or other
openings that can allow exhaust gas to enter inside or be drawn
into a potentially occupied building or structure.
• Carbon monoxide detector(s) MUST be installed and
maintained indoors according to the manufacturer’s
instructions/ recommendations. Smoke alarms cannot detect
carbon monoxide gas.
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WARNING Unintentional sparking could cause fire or electric
shock resulting in death or serious injury.
WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR
GENERATOR
• Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place
the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
WHEN TESTING FOR ENGINE SPARK
• Use approved spark plug tester.
• DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed.
WARNING Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas
during recharging. Slightest spark will ignite
hydrogen and cause explosion, resulting in
death or serious injury. Battery electrolyte
fluid contains acid and is extremely caustic. Contact with battery
contents could cause severe chemical burns.A battery presents
a risk of electrical shock and high short circuit curre nt.
• DO NOT dispose of battery in a fire. Recycle battery.
• DO NOT allow any open flame, spark, heat, or lit cigarette
during and for several minutes after charging a battery.
• DO NOT open or mutilate the battery.
• Wear protective goggles, rubber apron, rubber boots and
rubber gloves.
• Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects.
• Use tools having insulated handles.
WARNING Generator produces hazardous voltage.
Failure to properly ground generator could result in electrocution.
Failure to isolate generator from utility power could result in
death or serious injury to electric utility workers due to backfeed
of electrical energy.
• When using generator for backup power, notify utility company.
• DO NOT touch bare wires or bare receptacles.
• DO NOT use generator with electrical cords which are worn,
frayed, bare or otherwise damaged.
• DO NOT handle generator or electrical cords
while standing in water, while barefoot, or while hands or
feet are wet.
• If you must work around a unit while it is operating, stand on an
insulated dry surface to reduce the risk of a shock hazard.
• DO NOT allow unqualified persons or children to operate or
service generator.
• In case of an accident caused by electrical shock, immediately
shut down the source of electrical power and contact the local
authorities. Avoid direct contact with the victim.
• Despite the safe design of the residential generator, operating
this equipment imprudently, neglecting its maintenance or being
careless could cause possible injury or death.
• Remain alert at all times while working on this equipment.
Never work on the equipment when you are physically or
mentally fatigued.
• Before performing any maintenance on the generator,
disconnect the battery cable indicated by a NEGATIVE, NEG or
(-) first. When finished, reconnect that cable last.
• After your system is installed, the generator may crank and start
without warning any time there is a power failure. To prevent
possible injury, always set the generator’s system switch to
OFF, remove the service disconnect from the disconnect
box AND remove the 15 Amp fuse BEFORE working on the
equipment.
WARNING Propane and Natural Gas are extremely
flammable and explosive, which could cause burns, fire or
explosion resulting in death or serious injury.
• Install the fuel supply system according to NFPA 37 and other
applicable fuel-gas codes.
• Before placing the generator into service, the fuel system lines
must be properly purged and leak tested.
• After the generator is installed, you should inspect the fuel
system periodically.
• NO leakage is permitted.
• DO NOT operate engine if smell of fuel is
present or other explosive conditions exist.
• DO NOT smoke around the generator. Wipe up any oil spills
immediately. Ensure that no combustible materials are left in
the generator compartment. Keep the area near the generator
clean and free of debris.
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WARNING Starter and other rotating parts could entangle
hands, hair, clothing, or accessories resulting in
serious injury.
• NEVER operate generator without protective housings, covers,
or guards in place.
• DO NOT wear loose clothing, jewelry or anything that could be
caught in the starter or other rotating parts.
• Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.
• Before servicing, remove 15 Amp fuse from control panel and
disconnect Negative (NEG or -) battery cable.
CAUTION Installing the 15 Amp fuse could cause the engine
to start at any time without warning resulting in minor or
moderate injury.
• Observe that the 15 Amp fuse has been removed from the
control panel for shipping.
• DO NOT install this fuse until all plumbing and wiring has been
completed and inspected.
CAUTION Excessively high operating speeds could result in
minor injury.
Excessively low speeds impose a heavy load on generator.
• DO NOT tamper with governed speed. Generator supplies correct
rated frequency and voltage when running at governed speed.
• DO NOT modify generator in any way.
NOTICE Improper treatment of generator could damage it and
shorten its life.
• Use generator only for intended uses.
• If you have questions about intended use, contact your
authorized dealer.
• Operate generator only on level surfaces.
• Adequate, unobstructed flow of cooling and ventilating air is
critical for correct generator operation.
• The access panels/door must be installed whenever the unit
is running.
• DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, dirt, or
corrosive vapors.
• Remain alert at all times while working on this equipment.
Never work on the equipment when you are physically or
mentally fatigued.
• DO NOT start engine with air cleaner or air cleaner
cover removed.
• DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots.
• DO NOT use the generator or any of its parts as a step.
Stepping on the unit could cause stress and break parts.This
may result in dangerous operating conditions from leaking
exhaust gases, fuel leakage, oil leakage, etc.
• If connected devices overheat, turn them off and disconnect
them from generator.
• Shut off generator if:
-electrical output is lost;
-equipment sparks, smokes, or emits flames;
-unit vibrates excessively.
-unit makes unusual noises.
WARNING Exhaust heat/gases could ignite
combustibles or structures resulting in death or
serious injury.
Contact with muffler area could cause burns resulting in serious
injury.
• DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases.
• Allow equipment to cool before touching.
• Exhaust outlet side of weatherproof enclosure must have at least
5 ft (1.5 m) minimum clearance from any structure, shrubs, trees
or any kind of vegetation.
• Standby generator weatherproof enclosure must be at least 5
ft from windows, doors, any wall opening, shrubs or vegetation
over 12 inches (30.48 cm) in height.
• Standby generator weatherproof enclosure must have a
minimum of 5 ft (1.5 m) overhead clearance from any structure,
overhang or trees.
• DO NOT place weatherproof enclosure under a deck or other
type of structure that may confine airflow.
• USE ONLY flexible steel fuel line provided. Connect provided
fuel line to generator, DO NOT use with or substitute any other
flexible fuel line.
• Smoke detector(s) MUST be installed and maintained indoors
according to the manufacturer’s instructions/ recommendations.
Carbon monoxide alarms cannot detect smoke.
• Keep at least minimum distances shown in Generator
Placement to insure for proper generator cooling and
maintenance clearances.
• It is a violation of California Public Resource Code, Section
4442, to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered,
brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the exhaust
system is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined in Section
4442, maintained in effective working order. Other states or
federal jurisdictions may have similar laws.
Contact the original equipment manufacturer, retailer, or dealer
to obtain a spark arrester designed for the exhaust system
installed on this engine.
• Replacement parts must be the same and installed in the same
position as the original parts.
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To help you make informed choices and communicate
effectively with your installation contractor(s),
Read and understand Owner Orientation in
this manual before contracting or starting your
generator installation.
To arrange for proper installation, contact the store at
which you purchased your generator, your dealer, a
licensed electrician or your utility power provider.
The generator warranty is VOID unless the system
is installed by licensed electrical and plumbing
professionals.
Every effort has been made to ensure that information in
this manual is accurate and current. However, we reserve
the right to change, alter, or otherwise improve the product
and this document at any time without prior notice.
The Emission Control System for this generator is
warranted to standards set by the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency and by the California Air Resources
Board (CARB).
For the Home Owner
If you need more information in this matter, please call
888 575‑8226 between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM CT.
For most applications, the installation manual contains
all the information required to properly install and start
the generator.This operator’s manual describes routine
operation and owner maintenance procedures.
For the Installing Dealer/Contractor
Installation
We sincerely appreciate your patronage. For this reason, we
have made every effort to provide for a safe, streamlined and
cost-effective installation.Because each installation is unique, it
is impossible to know of and advise the trade of all conceivable
procedures and methods by which installation might be
achieved. Neither could we know of possible hazards and/or
the results of each method or procedure.For these reasons,
Only current licensed electrical and plumbing
professionals should attempt home generator system
installations. Installations must strictly comply with all
applicable codes, industry standards and regulations.
Your home generator is supplied with this “Operator’s
Manual” and a separate “Installation Manual”.These are
important documents and should be retained by the owner
after the installation has been completed.
This product is only for use as an optional generator
system which provides an alternate source of electric
power and to serve loads such as heating, refrigeration
systems, and communication systems that, when stopped
during any power outage, could cause discomfort or
inconvenience.
NOTICE This product does NOT qualify for either an
emergency standby or legally required standby system as
defined by NFPA 70 (NEC).
• Emergency generator systems are intended to
automatically supply illumination, power, or both,
to designated areas and equipment in the event of
failure of the normal supply. Emergency systems
may also provide power for such functions as
ventilation where essential to maintain life, where
current interruption of the normal supply would
produce serious life safety or health hazards.
• Legally Required standby generator systems are
intended to automatically supply power to selected
loads in the event of failure of the normal source
which could create hazards or hamper rescue or
fire-fighting operations.
Every effort has been made to ensure that information in
this manual is accurate and current. However, we reserve
the right to change, alter, or otherwise improve the product
and this document at any time without prior notice.
Only current licensed electrical and plumbing professionals
should attempt home generator system installations.
Installations must strictly comply with all applicable codes,
industry standards, laws and regulations.
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Power Decrease at High Altitude or
High Temperature
Air density is less at high altitudes, resulting in less
available engine power. Specifically, engine power will
decrease 3.5% for each 1,000 feet (300 meters) above sea
level and 1% for each 10° F (5.6°C) above 77°F (25°C).
Make sure you and your installer consider these factors
when determining total generator load.
Remember that as the distance from the existing electrical
service and gaseous fuel supply increases, and the
number of 90 degree bends in the fuel supply increases;
compensations in piping and wiring materials must be
made.This is necessary to comply with local codes and
overcome electrical voltage drops and gaseous fuel
pressure drops.
The factors mentioned above will have a direct affect
on the overall price of your generator installation.
In some areas you may need to acquire electrical permits
for installing the home generator, building permits for
installing gas lines, and permits for noise allowances.Your
installer should check your local codes AND obtain the
permits before installing the system.
This section provides generator owners with the
information necessary to achieve the most satisfactory and
cost effective installation possible.
Federal and local codes, appearance, noise levels,
fuel types, and distances are the factors that must
be considered when negotiating with an installation
professional.
Owner Orientation
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The actual physical location of your home generator has a
direct affect on:
1. The amount of plumbing required to fuel
your generator.
2. The amount of wiring required to control and
connect your generator.
Specific location guidelines are discussed in the
installation manual. Acquaint yourself with that information
and confer with your installer. Be sure to ask how your site
might affect installation costs and compliance with local
codes and standards.
• Install generator outdoors in an area that will not
accumulate deadly exhaust gas.
• DO NOT install generator where exhaust gas could
accumulate and enter inside or be drawn into a
potentially occupied building or structure.
• By law it is required in many states to have a Carbon
Monoxide (CO) detector in operating condition in
your home. Carbon monoxide detector(s) AMUST
be installed and maintained indoors according to
the manufacturer’s instructions/ recommendations.
A CO monitor is an electronic device that detects
hazardous levels of CO.When there is a buildup of
CO, the monitor will alert the occupants by flashing
visual indicator light and alarm. Smoke alarms
cannot detect CO gas.
Generator Location
WARNING Exhaust heat/gases could ignite combustibles or
structures resulting in death or serious injury.
• Exhaust outlet side of weatherproof enclosure must have at least
5 ft (1.5 m) minimum clearance from any structure, shrubs, trees
or any kind of vegetation.
• Standby generator weatherproof enclosure must be at least
5 ft (1.5 m) from windows, doors, any wall opening, shrubs or
vegetation over 12 inches (30.5 cm) in height.
• Standby generator weatherproof enclosure must have a
minimum of 5 ft (1.5 m) overhead clearance from any structure,
overhang or trees.
• DO NOT place weatherproof enclosure under a deck or other
type of structure that may confine airflow.
• USE ONLY flexible steel fuel line provided. Connect provided
fuel line to generator, DO NOT use with or substitute any other
flexible fuel line.
• Smoke detector(s) MUST be installed and maintained indoors
according to the manufacturer’s instructions/ recommendations.
Carbon monoxide alarms cannot detect smoke.
• DO NOT place weatherproof enclosure in manner other than
shown in illustrations.
WARNING Running engine gives off carbon monoxide, an
odorless, colorless, poison gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide could result in death, serious
injury, headache, fatigue, dizziness, vomiting, confusion,
seizures, nausea or fainting.
• Operate this product ONLY outdoors in an area that will not
accumulate deadly exhaust gas.
• Keep exhaust gas away from any windows, doors, ventilation
intakes, soffit vents, crawl spaces, open garage doors or other
openings that can allow exhaust gas to enter inside or be drawn
into a potentially occupied building or structure.
• Carbon monoxide detector(s) MUST be installed and
maintained indoors according to the manufacturer’s
instructions/ recommendations. Smoke alarms cannot detect
carbon monoxide gas.
• Ensure exhaust gas is kept away from any windows,
doors, ventilation intakes, soffit vents, crawl spaces,
open garage doors or other openings that can
allow exhaust gas to enter inside or be drawn into
a potentially occupied building or structure.Your
neighbor(s) home may be exposed to the engine
exhaust from your standby generator and must be
considered when installing your standby generator.
• Wind and air currents should be taken into
consideration when positioning generator.
See the installation manual for full details on safe
generator location.
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Carefully inspect the home generator for any damage
that may have occurred during shipment.
If loss or damage is noted at time of delivery, have the
person(s) making delivery note all damage on the freight
bill and affix his signature under the consignor’s memo of
loss or damage. If loss or damage is noted after delivery,
separate the damaged materials and contact the carrier
and your installer for claim procedures. Parts damaged in
shipping are not warranted.
The home generator system is supplied with:
• Oil (5W30 Synthetic)
• Flexible steel fuel line
• Installation and start-up manual
• Operator’s manual
• Spare access roof keys
• Spare 15 Amp ATO-type fuse
• Battery tie down strap
Not included:
• Carbon monoxide detector(s)
• Smoke detector(s)
• Starting battery
• Connecting wire and conduit
• Fuel supply valves/plumbing
• Crane, lifting straps, chains or cables
• Two 60” lengths of 3/4” nominal minimum
scheduled 40 steel pipe (NOT conduit)
• Torque screwdriver, 5 to 70 inch-pound range
• Voltage/frequency meter
• Remote wireless monitor (sold separately)
• Antenna (part of wireless monitor)
• Two (2) AA batteries for remote wireless monitor
Delivery Inspection
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Read this operator’s manual and Important Safety Instructions before operating your generator.
Compare the illustration with your generator to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and
adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
8kW Generator
Controls
B
A
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
Generator is shown with roof and access covers removed
for clarity.
A- Lifting Holes — Provided at each corner for
lifting generator.
B- Exhaust Port — High-performance muffler lowers
engine noise to comply with most residential codes.
- - Alternator — An electrical machine that generates an
alternating current.
- - Spark Plug — A device in the cylinder head of the
engine that ignites the fuel mixture by means of an
electric spark.
E- Air Cleaner — Uses a dry type filter element and
foam precleaner to protect engine by filtering dust and
debris out of intake air.
F- Control Panel — Used for various test, operation
and maintenance functions. See System Control
Panel.
- Circuit Breaker — Protects the system from shorts
and other over-current conditions.
- Battery — (installer supplied) — 12 Volt DC, sealed
battery provides power to start the engine.
J- Fuel Inlet Port — Attach appropriate fuel supply to
generator here.
C
D
G
H
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10 kW Generator
B
C
D
EF
G
H
J
Generator is shown with roof and access covers removed
for clarity.
A- Lifting Holes — Provided at each corner for
lifting generator.
B- Exhaust Port — High-performance muffler lowers
engine noise to comply with most residential codes.
- Alternator — An electrical machine that generates an
alternating current.
- Muffler — A device to reduce engine noise.
E- Air Cleaner — Uses a dry type filter element and
foam precleaner to protect engine by filtering dust and
debris out of intake air.
F- Control Panel — Used for various test, operation
and maintenance functions. See System Control
Panel.
- Circuit Breaker — Protects the system from shorts
and other over-current conditions.
- Battery — (installer supplied) — 12 Volt DC, sealed
battery provides power to start the engine.
J- Fuel Inlet Port — Attach appropriate fuel supply to
generator here.
A
C
D
G
H
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Access Panels
The generator is equipped with an enclosure that has
several access panels, as shown.
Front Panel Aand roof Bare used to access:
• Battery Compartment
• Engine Oil Drain Hose
• Engine Oil Filter
• Engine Valve Cover
• Spark Plugs
Each generator is shipped with a set of identical keys.
B
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To remove roof:
1. Remove the five screws Athat secure the roof to
the unit.
2. Carefully lift and remove roof from unit.
To remove front panel:
1. Remove the two screws Bthat secure the panel to the
unit.
2. Lift and flex panel outward and off base. Use caution
not to damage the battery box C.
To secure front panel:
1. Place panel in unit.
2. Secure the panel with two screws.
A
A
A
B
C
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System Control Panel
The generator control board, located inside the generator,
under the roof, is shown below. Brief descriptions of the
controls used during installation are:
A- Menu/Programming Navigation Buttons — See
Menu section for details
B- Mini USB Port — Authorized Dealer Service Use
Only.
C- Generator Operation Control Buttons —
• “AUTO” Normal operating position. Press and hold
button to put unit into Automatic mode. In Automatic
mode, if a utility power outage is sensed, the
system will start the generator. When utility power
is restored, auto lets the engine stabilize internal
temperatures, shuts o the generator, and waits for
the next utility outage.
• “OFF” Turns o running generator, prevents unit from
starting, and resets any detected service codes.
NOTICE OFF must be pressed and held for more than 5
seconds in order to reset service code memory.
•“MANUAL” Used to manually start the generator.
D– 15 Amp Fuse — Protects the home generator DC
control circuits. If the fuse has ‘blown’ (melted open)
or was removed, the engine cannot crank or start.
Replace the fuse using only an identical ATO 15A
fuse. One spare fuse is supplied with the unit.
E- Cover — This protective cover must be removed to
access the fuse and the USB port.
F- Digital Display — Displays generator mode,
menu options, service codes, and service engine
indicators
More information may be found in Controls in the
operator’s manual.
MENU
ESC
AUTO OFF MANUAL
OK
A
B
C
D
F
E
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Menu
MENU ENTER THE MENU (VIEW SETTINGS)
PRESS TO CONFIRM SELECTION WHEN PROGRAMMING.
ESCAPE (EXIT) RETURN TO LAST MENU ITEM
RIGHT ARROW TOGGLE THROUGH MENU OPTIONS
SETTING SYSTEM PARAMETERS
LEFT ARROW TOGGLE THROUGH MENU OPTIONS
SETTING SYSTEM PARAMETERS
MANUAL MODE USED TO MANUALLY START THE GENERATOR. PRESS AND HOLD
BUTTON TO START THE GENERATOR.
OFF TURNS OFF RUNNING GENERATOR, PREVENTS UNIT FROM STARTING,
AND RESETS ANY DETECTED SERVICE CODES.
AUTOMATIC MODE
NORMAL OPERATING POSITION. PRESS AND HOLD BUTTON TO PUT UNIT
INTO AUTOMATIC MODE. IF A UTILITY POWER OUTAGE IS SENSED, THE
SYSTEM WILL START THE GENERATOR. WHEN UTILITY POWER IS
RESTORED, AUTO LETS THE ENGINE STABILIZE INTERNAL
TEMPERATURES, SHUTS OFF THE GENERATOR, AND WAITS FOR THE
NEXT UTILITY POWER OUTAGE.
The following chart shows the icons for the buttons that control the system control panel.
The following chart describes key sequences for accessing different programming modes:
GENERAL
SET-UP
PRESS AND HOLD [ARROW LEFT AND ARROW
RIGHT] FOR THREE SECONDS TO ENTER THE
PROGRAM MODE.
ADVANCED
SETTINGS
PRESS AND HOLD [ARROW LEFT, ARROW
RIGHT AND ESC] FOR THREE SECONDS TO
ENTER THE ADVANCED SETTINGS MODE.
WIRELESS
LINK MODE
PRESS AND HOLD [MENU AND ESC] FOR
THREE SECONDS TO ENTER THE WIRELESS
LINKING MODE.
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General Set Up Screen
For general set up, press and hold the left arrow and right arrow for 3 seconds. Follow the prompts as outlined below.
NOTE Date and Time were set at the factory and stored in the control panel memory. The Exercise Cycle was also
set at the factory. The default exercise cycle occurs on Tuesdays, at 2:00 P.M. Central Standard Time. To update or
change these settings, follow the steps below.
IF DURING PROGRAMMING NO BUTTONS ARE PRESSED FOR 30 SECONDS,
THE CONTROL PANEL WILL AUTOMATICALLY EXIT THE PROGRAM MODE.
OFF
OK OK OK OK
OK OK OK OK
OK
OK OK OK OK OK
OK
OK
SET DATE
If set to OFF, display will read:
EXERCISE CYCLE OFF
or
YEAR
FLASHING
MONTH
FLASHING DAY##
FLASHING
SET TIME HOURS
FLASHING MINUTES
FLASHING AM/PM
FLASHING
or or
or
or
or or or
or
or or
or
or or
DAY OF WEEK
FLASHING
HOURS
FLASHING MINUTES
FLASHING
AM/PM
FLASHING
SET EXERCISE
CYCLE
EVENT LOG Display will scroll last service code event, date, time,
and ambient temperature of when the event occurred. or
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Control Panel Prompts
Automatic Mode
In Automatic Mode, the display screen will display via
scrolling text:
• GENERATOR READY - if the unit is in standby and
utility power is present.
• GENERATOR ON - if the unit is running and utility
power is not on.
• SERVICE CODE - if a system service code has
been detected.
General System Parameters
To view general system parameters, press the MENU
button.
The following will scroll across the digital display and then
move to the next item:
• Run time (total hours the unit has run since
installation)
• Date
• Time
• Exercise Cycle date and start time
The user can press the LEFT ARROW or RIGHT ARROW
at any time to move to the next item.
The user can press ESCAPE to go back to GENERATOR
READY.
If no user inputs are made for 10 seconds after all the
items have been displayed, the control board will reset to
GENERATOR READY.
AUTOMATIC MODE
RUN TIME
DATE
TIME
EXERCISE CYCLE
SOFTWARE VERSION
GENERATOR ON
(When Generator Running - Auto Mode)
GENERATOR READY or SERVICE CODE DESCRIPTION
(When Generator NOT Running - Auto Mode)
(MENU)
OK
or
or
OK
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OK
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Operation
Battery
The installer must supply a rechargeable 12 volt
DC starting battery. See Battery in Final Installation
Considerations in the installation manual.
With the battery installed, all wiring to transfer switch and
home generator completed, utility power supplied to the
automatic transfer switch, and the unit in AUTO mode, the
battery receives a trickle charge while the engine is not
running.The trickle charge cannot be used to recharge a
battery that is completely discharged.
Engine Oil
The engine is shipped from the factory pre-run and filled
with synthetic oil (API SJ/CF 5W-30). This allows for
system operation in a wide range of temperature and
climate conditions. Before starting the engine, check oil
level as described in Maintenance.
NOTICE Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has
been properly serviced with the recommended oil will result in
equipment failure.
• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void engine and generator warranty.
Important Owner’s Considerations
WARNING Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
NOTICE A battery booster should never be used to quick
charge a low battery.
15 Amp Fuse
The generator’s 15 Amp fuse is critical to correct system
operation.The 15 Amp fuse was removed at the factory.
Your installer will ensure the fuse is properly installed upon
completion of the installation.
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The generator is equipped with an exercise timer. During
the exercise period, the unit runs for approximately
20 minutes and then shuts down. Electrical load transfer
DOES NOT occur during the exercise cycle (unless an
utility power outage occurs).
The generator will only enter the exercise cycle if the
unit is in the AUTO mode and this exact procedure is
followed.
To set the exercise timer:
NOTICE The generator is set with a deservice code
exercise cycle setting of Tuesday at 2:00 P.M, Central Time.
To change the cycle setting, proceed to the following steps:
1. Choose the day and time you want your generator to
exercise.
2. Press and hold the left arrow and right arrow
simultaneously for three seconds to enter the
General Set-Up program mode. See General Set-
Up flow chart in Menu Section.
3. Verify and/or set the time and date on the unit.
4. Go to the SET EXERCISE prompt and hit the “OK”
button.
NOTICE Items will flash until they are selected.
Setting Exercise Timer
SELECT DAY: Use the left or right arrow to toggle
through the days of the week, Once the day is
selected, hit the “OK” button.
SELECT HOUR: Use the left or right arrow to toggle
through between 1 and 12. Choose the hour of day
you want the generator to exercise then hit the “OK”
button.
SELECT MINUTE: Use the left of right arrow to
toggle between :00 and :59. Choose the minute of
the day you want the generator to exercise then hit
the “OK” button.
SELECT AM/PM: Use the left of right arrow to toggle
between AM and PM. Once chosen, hit the “OK”
button.
NOTICE During the weekly exercise cycle, the generator
will run for 20 minutes, but it will not supply power to the
home. During the exercise cycle, the in-home monitor will
continue blinking the GENERATOR READY green LED.
If you want to change the day and time the unit exercises,
simply perform the procedure again.
To turn off the generator exercise cycle, go to the OFF
selection within the day of the week menu and press OK.
The display will then scroll: EXERCISE CYCLE OFF.
Automatic Operation
The generator’s control board constantly monitors utility
voltage. Should utility voltage drop below a preset level, the
control board will signal the engine to crank and start.
When utility voltage is restored above a preset voltage
level, the engine is signaled to shut down.
The actual system operation is not adjustable and is
sequenced by sensors and timers on the control board,
as follows:
Utility Voltage Dropout Sensor
• This sensor monitors utility source voltage.
• If utility source voltage drops below about
70 percent of the nominal supply voltage, the
sensor energizes a 3 second timer. The timer is
used to ‘sense’ brown-outs.
• Once the timer has expired, the engine will crank
and start.
Utility Voltage Pickup Sensor
This sensor monitors utility voltage. When utility voltage is
restored above 80 percent of the nominal source voltage,
a time delay starts timing and the engine will go to engine
cool-down.
Engine Cool-down Timer
When utility power is sensed and the load transfers back to
the utility source, the engine will go into a cool down period
as described below:
• If the generator has run for MORE than 5 minutes,
once the utility transfer occurs, the engine will
continue to run for about 1 minute before shutting
down.
• If the generator has run for LESS than 5 minutes,
once the utility transfer occurs, the engine will
continue to run until 5 minutes has elapsed before
shutting down.
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