Page 2 - IntroductIon; read thIs Manual thoroughly; After this heading, read explanatory statements; contents; authorIzed servIce; To locate the nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE
IntroductIon Thank you for purchasing this model of the QUIETPACT product line. This model is designed and manufactured to supply electrical power for rec- reational vehicles. read thIs Manual thoroughly If any portion of this manual is not understood, contact an Authorized Service Dealer for starti...
Page 3 - table of contents; recreational vehicle generator; part I – owner’s Manual
table of contents recreational vehicle generator part I – owner’s Manual Introduction ........................................Inside Front cover Read This Manual Thoroughly ....................................... IFC Contents ........................................................................ I...
Page 4 - danger; general hazards; safety rules
WARNING! This product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. WARNING! The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive har...
Page 6 - section 1 – general Information; generator IdentIFIcatIon
1. Generator Air Intake 2. Engine Start/Stop Switch 3. Fuse 4. Optional Remote Panel Receptacle (Side View) 5. Generator AC Output Leads (Side View) 6. Fuel Primer Switch 7. Circuit Breaker 8. Starter Contactor 9. Fuel Inlet 10. Battery Hookup 11. LP Regulator/Solenoid 12. Oil Filter 13. Oil Drain C...
Page 7 - generator applIcabIlIty; generator ac; Figure 1.1 – Connections for 120 Volts Only; Model
section 1 – general Information recreational vehicle generator 1.2 generator applIcabIlIty These generators have been designed and manufac- tured for supplying electrical power for recreational vehicles. Do not modify the generator or use it for any application other than for what it was designed. I...
Page 8 - Amperes; generator control panel; Figure 2.1 – Generator Control Panel
section 1 – general Information recreational vehicle generator 1.5.3 engIne oIl requIreMents Use only high quality detergent oil rated with American Petroleum Institute (API) Service Classification SF, SG or SH. The recommended oil weights include the following:• During summer months: SAE 30. An acc...
Page 9 - section 2 – operation; optIonal reMote; startIng the generator
section 2 – operation recreational vehicle generator 2.2 optIonal reMote start/stop panel A remote mounted Start/Stop Panel is available that permits starting and stopping the generator engine conveniently from inside the vehicle.Contact an Authorized Service Dealer to order, a remote panel that inc...
Page 10 - If the engine does not start after it has been; stoppIng the generator
section 2 – operation recreational vehicle generator NOTE: If starting from the generator control panel, turn OFF loads by setting the generator’s main circuit breaker to the OFF (or open) position. If starting from a remote panel, turn OFF loads using the means provided in the vehicle (such as a ma...
Page 11 - Figure 2.2 – Low Oil Pressure and; Figure 2.3 – Field Boost Circuit; addItIonal InForMatIon
section 2 – operation recreational vehicle generator Figure 2.2 – Low Oil Pressure and High Temperature Switches High Temperature Switch Low Oil PressureSwitch 2.8.3 FIeld boost The Controller Circuit Board houses a field boost diode and resistor that are not part of the automatic choke circuit. The...
Page 12 - section 3 – Maintenance; subMersIon; MuST NOT; checkIng the engIne oIl; Never operate the engine with the oil level; changIng the engIne oIl; engine oil; QUIETPACT 0G; Oil Dipstick/Oil Fill; Figure 3.1 – Oil Maintenance Features
0 section 3 – Maintenance recreational vehicle generator 0 2.9.3 attentIon requIred aFter subMersIon If the recreational vehicle generator has been sub- merged in water, it MuST NOT be started and oper- ated. Following any submersion in water, have an Authorized Service Dealer thoroughly clean and d...
Page 13 - oil filter; MaIntaInIng the engIne; Figure 3.2 – Engine Air Cleaner; FIlter; clean aIr Intake
section 3 – Maintenance recreational vehicle generator • Change the engine oil filter after the first 25 hours of operation, and every 100 operating hours there- after. To change the oil and/or oil filter, proceed as follows (see Figure 3.1): 1. Run the engine until it is thoroughly warmed up (at le...
Page 14 - Figure 3.3 – Cleaning Air Intake; checkIng the engIne spark; Figure 3.4 – Setting the Spark Plug Gap; Sparking can occur if the wire terminal does; clean spark arrestor; If using the generator on any forest-covered,; cleanIng the generator
section 3 – Maintenance recreational vehicle generator Figure 3.3 – Cleaning Air Intake USTC 3.5 checkIng the engIne spark plug Clean the spark plug and reset the spark plug gap every 100 hours of operation.1. Clean the area around the base of the spark plug to keep dirt and debris out of the engine...
Page 15 - battery MaIntenance; Major servIce Manual
section 3 – Maintenance recreational vehicle generator Do NOT use a forceful spray of water to clean the generator. Water will enter the generator interior and cause problems, and may also con- taminate the generator fuel system. 3.8 battery MaIntenance All lead-acid batteries will discharge when ...
Page 16 - adjustIng valve clearance; Figure 3.6 — Adjusting Valve Clearance; rv generator servIce
3. While the engine is still warm from running, drain the oil completely. Refill the crankcase with SAE 10W-30 oil having API classification “For Service SF.” 4. Attach a tag to the engine indicating the viscosity and classification of the oil in the crankcase. 5. Remove the spark plug and pour two ...
Page 17 - ONLY qUALIFIED ELECTRICIANS OR CONTRACTORS
part II – InstallatIon InstructIons danger ONLY qUALIFIED ELECTRICIANS OR CONTRACTORS
Page 18 - notIce to Installer; Installation Instructions
notIce to Installer These Installation Instructions have been published by the manufacturer to aid in the installation of the products described in this manual. The manufac- turer assumes that installation personnel are familiar with the procedures for installing such products, or similar products. ...
Page 20 - Figure 1.1 – 120-volt Single Voltage Connection; Do NOT connect loads in excess of circuit
1.1 purpose and scope oF the Manual These Installation Instructions have been prepared especially for the purpose of familiarizing installers and owners of the applicable equipment with the product's installation requirements. Give serious consideration to all information and instructions in the man...
Page 22 - locatIon and support; Figure 2.1 – Typical Horizontal Support Frame; section 2 – Installation
0 2.1 locatIon and support 2.1.1 generator locatIon The most desirable location for the generator set is between the vehicle's main frame members. However, this is seldom possible. Most units must be installed on the side of the vehicle and are difficult to rein- force.Many recreational vehicles hav...
Page 23 - generator coMpartMents; Figure 2.3 – Clearances; Figure 2.4 – Typical Compartment Construction
2.2 generator coMpartMents Whether the generator set is being installed inside a compartment specifically manufactured to house a generator or inside a compartment that the installer constructs, the compartment must meet certain spec- ifications as outlined in the following sections: 2.2.1 coMpartMe...
Page 24 - Figure 2.5 – Types of Lock Seams; Any method used to reduce noise must not; Figure 2.6 – Typical Noise Abatement
Figure 2.5 – Types of Lock Seams danger Do not install any flammable material directly above or around the compartment. Heat, transferred through the compartment structure, may be sufficient to ignite, char or discolor seat cushions, fiberboard and other flammable materials. Use approved nonflamma...
Page 25 - coolIng and ventIlatIng aIr
2.2.5 coMpartMent Floor cutouts Provide openings in the generator compartment for the following items (Figure 2.7):• Engine exhaust and cooling air outlets• Generator cooling air inlet• Four holes for passage of generator mounting bolts. See Section 2.1.4. danger Fuel lines and exhaust piping must...
Page 26 - Figure 2.8 – Airflow Through Engine/Generator; Test the installation, especially if bringing in air; lp gas Fuel systeM; Figure 2.9 – Typical Propane Gas Fuel System
Figure 2.8 – Airflow Through Engine/Generator 2.3.2 testIng the InstallatIon The manufacturer recommends testing the installa- tion to be sure adequate cooling airflow is available to the unit before placing the unit into service. If the unit shows signs of overheating, enlarge the air openings. Nev...
Page 27 - Figure 2.10 – LP Gas Carburetion Diagram
• Use a length of approved flexible fuel hose between the gaseous fuel solenoid valve and rigid gas pip- ing. The flexible line should be at least 6 inches longer than necessary. 2.4.3 vapor wIthdrawal LP gas is stored in pressure tanks as a liquid. The gas systems used with these generators were de...
Page 29 - Figure 2.12 — Spark Arrestor Installation; electrIcal connectIons
Figure 2.12 — Spark Arrestor Installation 40 [1.58"] 5.5 [7/32"] DRILLBOTTOM SIDE ONLY 27.4 [1.08"] I.D. 2.5.2 exhaust systeM saFety • Maintain a clearance of at least 3 inches (76 mm) between exhaust system parts and any combus- tible material (such as wood, felt, cotton, organic fibers...
Page 30 - Figure 2.13 – Generator AC Output Leads; sources; battery InstallatIon; If the battery is to be used to power other vehicle
• Conductors must be rated 221° F (105° C) or must be of a larger conductor size. 2.6.3 generator ac connectIons Generator AC output leads (BLACK) “hot” and (WHITE) grounded neutral come out of the generator as shown in Figure 2.13. There is also a green lead that connects to ground in the junction ...
Page 31 - Figure 2.14 – Transfer Switch Isolation Method; CABLE LENGTH
These generators are rated at about 100 DC amperes of cranking current.Select battery cables based on (a) cable length and (b) prevailing ambient temperatures. Generally, the longer the cable and the colder the weather, the larger the cable size must be, as shown in the following chart. * For warm w...
Page 32 - Figure 2.16 – Connecting Battery Cables; Figure 2.17 – Remote Panel Plug-in Receptacle; FUNCTION; Figure 2.18 – Optional Remote Panel
0 2.7.3 battery cable connectIons 1. Connect the battery cable from the battery post or terminal indicated by a POSITIVE, POS or (+) to the lug on the starter contactor (Figure 2.16). NOTE: Check to be sure the battery cable boot for the starter cable has been installed. 2. Connect the battery cable...
Page 33 - section 3 – post-installation start-up adjustments; post InstallatIon tests; testIng under load
section 3 – post-installation start-up adjustments recreational vehicle generator 3.1 post InstallatIon tests The air-cooled generator set was factory tested and adjusted. It should not be necessary to adjust the unit any further except under special circumstances. Do not make any unnecessary adju...
Page 34 - InstallatIon checklIst; section 3 – post-Installation start-up adjustments
3.5 InstallatIon checklIst locatIon and support ❑ Generator is properly located. ❑ Generator is properly supported. ❑ Generator is properly restrained. generator coMpartMent ❑ Compartment construction is proper. ❑ Holes/Openings are vapor-sealed. ❑ Compartment size is correct. ❑ Compartment is vapor...
Page 35 - appendix 1 – troubleshooting; troubleshootIng guIde; problem
appendix 1 – troubleshooting recreational vehicle generator troubleshootIng guIde problem cause correction The engine will not crank. 1. Fuse blown 1. Replace fuse. 2. Loose, corroded or defective 2. Tighten, clean or replace battery cables as necessary. 3. Defective engine Start/Stop 3. Replace Sta...
Page 36 - appendix 2 — electrical data
RE D BLUE ORANGE BR O W N 7 7 YELL O W WHITE 15 BATTERY CHARGE WINDING NEUTRAL CONNECTION GREEN BY CUSTOMER WHITE T2 FIELD 120V 30A 44 0F 0N 0K 22P DPE WINDING 2 CB3 6 ELECTRONIC REGULATOR VOLTAGE 2A 0N 0N R1 POWER WINDING 22S 11S 77 55 BLACK FUEL PRIME 11P 4 4 T1 4 CB1 REMOTE PANEL (OPTIONAL) 33 4 ...
Page 37 - recreationl vehicle generator
appendix 2 — electrical data recreationl vehicle generator electrical schematic and wiring diagram – drawing no. 0d8063-d 0 CONN. 2 PIN# 0 90 14 14 CH 18A 90 85 LOP CS 0 18 RE D 18 85 17 18A 85 PCB J1-7 J1-9 J1-12 J1-11 J1-10 J1-8 J1-15 J1-14 J1-13 J1-2 J1-5 J1-4 J1-3 J1-1 J2 J1-6 J3 18 1 FS 14 2 3 ...
Page 38 - appendix 3 — exploded views and parts lists
23 46 37 41 16 2 21 38 15 45 5 4 54 32 30 31 17 19 52 42 3334 52 50 52 40 51 21 41 3 9 21 21 52 28 43 36 21 42 21 18 1 53 21 39 23 22 6 10 47 8 24 22 20 44 25 49 7 21 24 26 13 14 12 11 appendix 3 — exploded views and parts lists recreational vehicle generator enclosure – drawing no. 0F4589
Page 41 - ITEM
appendix 3 — exploded views and parts lists recreational vehicle generator generator – drawing no. 0F4590 ITEM PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION 1 050322 1 SCREW IHHC 5/16"-24 X 9-3/4" 2 022129 22 WASHER LOCK M8-5/16" 3 049451 1 WASHER FLAT .406" I.D. X 1.62" O.D. 4 0C8096A 1 FAN, 8"...
Page 50 - calIFornIa and Federal eMIssIon control warranty stateMent; your warranty rIghts and oblIgatIons; maintenance of your engine.; ManuFacturer’s eMIssIon control systeM warranty coverage:; attentIon warranty departMent
calIFornIa and Federal eMIssIon control warranty stateMent your warranty rIghts and oblIgatIons The California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), together with Generac Power Systems, Inc. (Generac), are pleased to explain the Emission Control Syst...
Page 51 - appendix 4 – warranty
eMIssIon control systeM warranty Emission Control System Warranty (ECS Warranty) for 1997 and later model year engines: (a) Applicability: This warranty shall apply to 1997 and later model year engines. The ECS Warranty Period shall begin on the date the new engine or equipment is purchased by/deliv...
Page 52 - GENERAC POWER SYSTEMS’ THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Part No. 0F Revision 0 (0//0) Printed in U.S.A. appendix 4 – warranty recreational vehicle generator GENERAC POWER SYSTEMS’ THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FOR GUARDIAN RECREATIONAL VEHICLE GENERATORS NOTE: ALL UNITS MUST BE INSTALLED BY GENERAC POWER SYSTEMS AUTHORIZED SERVICE FACILITIES. For a period ...
