GermGuardian 004582-2 - Manuals

GermGuardian 004582-2 – Manual in PDF format online.

Manuals:

Manual

Manual GermGuardian 004582-2

Summary

Page 3 - DANGER

INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this model by Generac Power Systems, Inc. This model is a compact, high performance, air-cooled, engine driven generator designed to supply electrical power to operate electrical loads where no utility power is available or in place of utility due to a power out...

Page 4 - Despite the safe design of this generator,; GENERAL HAZARDS; IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

2 Never start or stop the unit with electrical loads connected to receptacles AND with connected devices turned ON. Start the engine and let it stabilize before connecting electrical loads. Disconnect all electrical loads before shutting down the generator. Do not insert objects through unit's cooli...

Page 5 - STANDARDS INDEX

 ELECTRICAL HAZARDS  All generators covered by this manual produce dangerous electrical voltages and can cause fatal electrical shock. Utility power delivers extremely high and dangerous voltages as does the generator when it is in operation. Avoid contact with bare wires, terminals, connections, ...

Page 6 - Figure 1 - Bracket Removal; Section 1 – General Information; Shipping

1.1 UNPACKING Set the palleted carton on a rigid flat surface.Remove staples along bottom of carton that fasten carton to pallet. Open carton from top. Remove all packaging material.Remove separate accessory box.Lift carton off the generator. Remove generator from shipping pallet by removing bolts t...

Page 7 - CONNECTION; The battery shipped with the generator has been provided fully; Figure 3 - Battery Connections; Section 1 - General Information; Negative; Figure 2 - Handle Assembly

5 1.2.3 BATTERY CONNECTION The battery shipped with the generator has been provided fully charged. Caution must be taken when connecting the battery. NOTE: A battery may lose some of it’s charge when not in use for prolonged periods of time. Cut the tie wrap cable holding the RED and BLACK battery c...

Page 8 - Figure 4 - Control Panel

6 Section 2 – Operation Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System 2.1 KNOW THE GENERATOR Read the Owner’s Manual and Safety Rules before operating this generator. Compare the generator to Figures 4 through 6 to become familiarized with the locations of various controls and adjustme...

Page 9 - CORD SETS AND CONNECTION PLUGS; Figure 8 - 120 VAC, 20 Amp GFCI Receptacle; Testing the GFCI: Test the GFCI outlet every month as follows:; Section 2 – Operation

2.2 CORD SETS AND CONNECTION PLUGS 2.2.1 120 VAC, 20 AMP, DUPLEX RECEPTACLE This is a 120 Volt outlet protected against overload by a 20 Amp push-to-reset circuit breaker (Figure 7). Use each socket to power 120 Volt AC, single phase, 60 Hz electrical loads requiring up to a combined 2400 watts (2.4...

Page 10 - Figure 11 - 12 Volt DC, 10 Amp Receptacle; HOW TO USE THE GENERATOR; THE; Figure 13 - Grounding the Generator; Generator Ground Lug

Use this receptacle to operate 120 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single phase loads requiring up to 3600 watts (3.6 kW) of power at 30 Amps. The outlet is protected by a 30 Amp push-to-reset circuit breaker. 2.2.4 120/240 VAC, 30 AMP RECEPTACLE Use a NEMA L14-30 plug with this receptacle. Connect a suitable 4-wir...

Page 11 - DO NOT; DON’T OVERLOAD THE GENERATOR

Proper grounding of the generator will help prevent electrical shock in the event of a ground fault condition in the generator or in connected electrical devices. Proper grounding also helps dissipate static electricity, which often builds up in ungrounded devices. 2.3.2 CONNECTING ELECTRICAL LOADS ...

Page 12 - BEFORE STARTING THE GENERATOR; Synthetic oil should only be used after first oil change.; GASOLINE; Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never fill fuel tank; Use regular UNLEADED gasoline with the generator engine. Do; Be careful not; Install fuel cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline.; Figure 14 - Fuel Tank; It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming

2.6 BEFORE STARTING THE GENERATOR Prior to operating the generator, engine oil and gasoline will need to be added, as follows: 2.6.1 ADDING ENGINE OIL NOTE: When adding oil to the engine crankcase in the future, use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG, SH or SL S...

Page 13 - TO START THE ENGINE; Never start or stop engine with electrical; Figure 16 - Idle Control Switch; “Full Choke”; Figure 17 - Full Choke Position

2.7 TO START THE ENGINE  Never start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged into the receptacles AND devices turned on. Unplug all electrical loads from the unit's receptacles before starting the engine. Make sure the unit is in a level position.Open the fuel shut-off valve (Figure 15). Fig...

Page 14 - Do not permit smoking, open flame, sparks

2.9 AUTOMATIC IDLE CONTROL This feature is designed to greatly improve fuel economy. When this switch is turned “ On ,” the engine will only run at its normal fast governed engine speed when electrical load is connected. When the load is removed, the engine will run at a reduced speed of 2100 RPM. W...

Page 15 - MODEL; SPECIFICATIONS; Summer; SCHEDULE; Operation

13 Section 3 — Maintenance Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System 3.2.1 GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS MODEL GPS 15,000 Model # 004582-2 Rated Max. Power 15.0 kW Surge Power 22.5 kW Rated AC Voltage 120/240 Rated Max AC Load Current @ 240V 62.5 Amps Current @ 120V 125.0 Amps Rated Fre...

Page 16 - RECOMMENDATIONS; Never insert any object or tool through the air; MAINTENANCE; When working on the generator, always; completely into a suitable container.

14 Section 3 — Maintenance Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System 3.3 GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty of the generator does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain the gene...

Page 17 - Replace the plug once each year.; Figure 18 - Spark Plug Gap; SERVICE AIR CLEANER; Figure 19 - Air Cleaner; Filter; To clean or replace paper air filter:; CLEAN SPARK ARRESTOR SCREEN; Clean and inspect the spark arrestor as follows:; Figure 20 - Spark Arrestor

15 Section 3 — Maintenance Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System 3.3.6 REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG Use Champion RC14YC spark plug or equivalent. The correct air gap is 1.01 mm (0.040 in.) (Figure 18). Replace the plug once each year. This will help the engine start easier and run ...

Page 18 - If feeling uncomfortable about doing this procedure or the; To check valve clearance:; Loosen the rocker jam nut (Figure 21). Use an 10mm allen wrench; Figure 21 - Valve Clearance Adjustment; NEVER store engine with fuel in tank indoors

3.6 ADJUSTING VALVE CLEARANCE After the first 50 hours of operation, check the valve clearance in the engine and adjust if necessary. Important: If feeling uncomfortable about doing this procedure or the proper tools are not available, please take the generator to the nearest service center to have ...

Page 19 - TERM; Remove all gasoline from the fuel tank.; Remove spark plugs and pour about 1/2 ounce (15 ml) of engine; Avoid spray from spark plug holes when; openings on generator are open and unobstructed.; STORAGE; gasoline will cause problems with the carburetor and fuel system.; BE SURE TO EMPTY THE FUEL TANK.; NEVER cover the generator while engine and

Section 3 — Maintenance Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System 17 3.8 LONG TERM STORAGE It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel hose or tank during storage. Also, experience indicates that alcohol-blended f...

Page 20 - GUIDE; PROBLEM; Engine will not crank.; Replace fuse with only an identical 10-amp; No Choke; Move choke to halfway position until engine runs

Section 4 — Troubleshooting Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System 4.1 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine is running, but no AC output is available. 1. Circuit breaker is open.2. Poor connection or defective cord set.3. Connected device is bad.4. Fault in gene...

Page 21 - Section 5 — Electrical Data; Electrical Schematic – Drawing No. 0G0733

19 19 Section 5 — Electrical Data Electrical Schematic – Drawing No. 0G0733

Page 22 - Wiring Diagram – Drawing No. 0G0731

20 Section 5 — Electrical Data Wiring Diagram – Drawing No. 0G0731

Page 24 - Section 6 — Exploded Views and Parts Lists

22 Section 6 — Exploded Views and Parts Lists Handle, Frame & Wheel Kit – Drawing No. 0E0695-B

Page 34 - only; ATTENTION WARRANTY DEPARTMENT; Section 7 – Warranty

32 CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board (CARB) and Generac Power Systems, Inc. (Generac) are pleased to explain the Emission Control System warranty on your new engine. In California, new off-road Large Spark-Ignition ...

Page 35 - EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY; EMISSION RELATED PARTS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

33 EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Emission Control System Warranty (ECS warranty) for 2001 and later model year LSI engines: (a) Applicability: This warranty shall apply to 2001 and later model year engines. The ECS Warranty period shall begin on the date the new engine or equipment is purchased b...

Page 36 - GENERAC POWER SYSTEMS “TWO YEAR” LIMITED WARRANTY FOR GUARDIAN; YEARS ONE and TWO; GENERAC

Section 7 – Warranty Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System Part No. 0G1086 Rev. C Printed in U.S.A. 03/27/07 GENERAC POWER SYSTEMS “TWO YEAR” LIMITED WARRANTY FOR GUARDIAN ® “15,000 WATT PORTABLE GENERATOR” For a period of two years from the date of original sale, Generac Power...